St. Edmund Elementary School
September 2026 Newsletter
Principal - M. Trozzo
Vice Principal - C. Ianiro
Head Secretary - S. Kaler
Trustee - Mario Pascucci - Ward 1
Superintendent - D. Radic
Parish - St. Patrick's Parish - Rev. Paul John Nosan
St. Edmund School Hours
Supervision Begins 8:30 a.m.
School Begins 8:45 a.m.
Recess (a.m.) 10:51—11:06 a.m.
Lunch 11:46—12:46 p.m.
Recess (p.m.) 2:09—2:25 p.m.
Dismissal 3:15 p.m.
St. Patrick's Parish
921 Flagship Drive
Mississauga, ON
L4Y 2J6
t: 905.270.2301
e: stpatricksmi@archtoronto.org
Mass Times
REGULAR MASS SCHEDULE
Monday: 8:15am
Tuesday: 8:15am, 7:00pm
Wednesday: 8:15am
Thursday: 8:15am
Friday: 8:15am, 7:00pm
Saturday: 8:15am, 5:00pm
Sunday: 8:30am, 10:00am, 12:00pm, 7:00pm
Confession Schedule
Our regular Confession schedule is as follows:
Tuesdays 6:00pm-6:45pm
Saturdays 4:00pm-4:45pm
Prayer for the New School Year
Dear God,
Thank you for this new school year
and the fresh start in brings. Bless
the students, teachers, and staff
with energy, patience, and kindness.
Give courage to keep learning, and
compassion to care for one another.
May this year be filled with growth,
friendship and joy.
Amen
Catholic Education Week May 2-7 2027:Becoming Artisans of Peace
This year’s Catholic Education Week theme, Catholic Education: Becoming Artisans of Peace is inspired by Pope Leo XIV, in his message for the 40th World Youth Day, calls us to become active artisans of peace. In a world wounded by conflict, division, and indifference, his message invites us to build bridges where there are divisions and to reflect Christ’s heart in every encounter.
Peace exists; it wants to dwell within us. It has the gentle power to enlighten and expand our understanding; it resists and overcomes violence. Peace is a breath of the eternal: While to evil we cry out ‘Enough’ , to peace we whisper ‘Forever.’ ~ Pope Leo XIV
In September we celebrate the Virtue of Faith...
A Faithful person…
- Knows the saving story of our Christian faith
- Speaks the language of life
- Prays and worships God
- Believes in themselves and in the goodness of others
- Trusts in those who are positive role models
- Demonstrates actions that were exemplified by Jesus
The Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations: Vision of the Learner
The Graduate is expected to be:
- A discerning believer formed in the Catholic Faith community who celebrates the signs and sacred mystery of God's presence through word, sacrament, prayer, forgiveness, reflection and moral living.
- An effective communicator who speaks, writes and listens honestly and sensitively, responding critically in light of gospel values.
- A reflective, creative and holistic thinker who solves problems and makes responsible decisions with an informed moral conscience for the common good.
- A self-directed, responsible, lifelong learner who develops and demonstrates their God-given potential.
- A collaborative contributor who finds meaning, dignity and vocation in work which respects the rights of all and contributes to the common good.
- A caring family member who attends to family, school, parish, and the wider community.
- A responsible citizen who gives witness to Catholic social teaching by promoting peace, justice and the sacredness of human life.
Picture Day
Picture Day is Friday october 16th. Make sure to show up with your beautiful smiles!
Terry Fox Walk
Our Annual Terry Fox Walk will take place on Monday, September 28th at 1:00 pm. We look forward to coming together as a school community to honour Terry Fox's legacy and support cancer research. More details will be shared closer to the event.
Orange Shirt Day
We will be participating in Orange Shirt Day on Wednesday September 30th to honour our commitment to Truth and Reconciliation.
The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board is pleased to announce the introduction of School Cash Online. As school move toward being cash less, School Cash Online allows parents and community members to pay school-related fees online safely, quickly, and easily. Parents can purchase items like spirit wear, lunches, and field trips - anytime, anywhere. For more information and to set up an account, please click the link below.
EQAO Testing
All grade 3 and 6 students will have completed EQAO in May. We would like to thank the staff and students for their work before and during this provincial EQAO testing. Thank you also to the parents for their efforts in assisting with their EQAO preparation and ensuring their child’s attendance during the assessment. Results of these assessments will be used to define school goals and refine improvement strategies. Results will be available at the school in the fall 2026. We, again, would like to congratulate our grade 3 and 6 students for persevering and trying their best!
STOPR Information
STOPR will be making adjustments starting May 15, 2026 to the BP Web Parent Portal, please review the attached memo and communicate the information to the school community.
Morning and School Dismissal Procedures
School starts at 8:45am and all late arrivals have to sign in at the Main Office. Just a reminder that parents are asked to remain behind the Red lines marked by a Stop Sign on the pavement from 8:30 am to 8:45 am to allow students to play together safely, and for line of sight for our teachers on duty. Schools finishes at 3:15pm.
School Parking Lot
Please do not stop or park your vehicle in the bus lane before or after school. St. Edmund has four buses that arrive and depart daily, and the bus lane must remain clear at all times.
Families are reminded to use the Kiss and Ride lanes when dropping off or picking up students.
Additionally, please drive slowly and cautiously when entering the school parking lot to help ensure the safety of all students, staff, and families.
Thank you for your cooperation and continued support in keeping our school community safe.
Dogs on School Property
Please remember that from 8:15am to 3:30pm dogs are not allowed on school property. This includes small dogs being carried. Please be respectful of the fact that some of our students have a fear of dogs. We thank you for your continued understanding and support.
Catholic School Council
Communication between home and school is greatly enhanced by parental involvement with the Catholic School Council. Please note that our Council is comprised of parents, school staff as well as community and parish representatives. The aim of the Catholic School Council is to support school activities and students through involvement and fund raising. The School Council also provides a forum for parents to meet and share information and ideas concerning the school community.
A reminder that if you are interested in volunteering within the school in any capacity, a Valid Criminal Reference Check (CRC), with Vulnerable Sector and Local Records Check completed by Peel Regional Police is required. The cost is $35. Please note that there may be some time required to process a CRC, thus waiting for an announced volunteer opportunity to obtain your CRC may not provide sufficient time for processing. Once the school has a valid CRC on file, we will not need a new CRC yearly, rather, a yearly Offence Declaration will suffice.
Please submit all Nomination Form by September 25th to office or St.EdmundInfo@dpcdsb.org by 3:00pm.
All parents / guardians are always most welcome to attend.
Thank you,
St. Edmund Catholic School Council
St. Edmund is Allergen Aware
Sabrina’s Law is an Act to protect anaphylactic pupils in publicly funded schools in Ontario. Named “Sabrina’s Law” in honour of an Ontario student who died following an anaphylactic reaction in 2003, this law requires that every school board establish and maintain an anaphylaxis policy.
If your child has a severe allergic reaction to peanuts, peanut by-products, bee/wasp stings etc., please let the school know as soon as possible. It is essential that the information you provide us with is accurate and up-to-date. There are various forms which need to be completed by you and your family doctor if it is necessary to store and dispense an EPI-pen or any other medication at school.
We continue to have both students and staff with severe, life threatening allergy to certain foods, such as peanuts and nuts. This is a medical condition that may cause severe and life threatening reactions to certain allergens within minutes. Although this may or may not affect your child’s class directly, we require your continued cooperation in sending foods to school with your child that are free from peanuts, nuts or their by-products.
Please do not send food products to be shared in your child’s classroom. If you would like your child to share their special day/birthday with their classmates, we suggest that you consider non-food items such as pencils or stickers.
Asthma Friendly School Ryan's Law
Ryan’s Law is an Act to protect Asthmatic pupils in publicly funded schools in Ontario. If your child has asthma please let the school know immediately. It is essential that the information you provide us with is accurate and up-to-date.
Ryan’s Law introduced policies and procedures that:
Allow your child to carry his/her asthma reliever (rescue) inhaler (with your permission).
Reduce your child’s contact with asthma triggers.
Develop an individual plan for every student with asthma, including recommendations from their health-care providers and current emergency contacts. This will be kept on file at the school.
If you have more questions about
Ryan’s Law?
Call The Lung Association Lung Health Information Line at 1-888-344-LUNG (5864), email info@on.lung.ca, or visit www.RyansLaw.ca.
Storage/Administration of Medication
If a child is required to bring medication to school, procedures regarding the administration of medication shall only be adopted:
· when requested by the parents/guardians; and
· when authorized by a physician; and
· when medication must be provided during school hours
A designated staff member must administer medication; hence, a signed request/authorization form from the parents/guardians and the supervising physician, must be obtained. These forms are available through the school office. Parents are responsible for ensuring that all medication and forms are updated annually. If your child requires medication please have all pertinent forms completed and returned with the medication to the office as soon as possible
All medication will be housed in a safe location. Medication must not be kept in the child’s possession or in the classroom except for EpiPens and asthma inhalers.
It is highly encouraged that students who have an anaphylactic allergy or who have asthma, keep their epi-pen and/or inhaler on their person at all times. If able, it is recommended that your child bring two epipens and/or two asthma inhaler to the school. This would allow your child to keep this medication on their person as well as ensuring that the school office has an additional set of medication.
Please note that school staff cannot dispense medication of any kind without the proper physician authorization and a properly labeled container, (i.e. prescription bottle or original over the counter container).
Concussion Protocol
As per Ministry of Education direction, our Board has a Concussion Protocol in place. Again this school year, ALL students who sustain a head injury during the school day, however minor, will receive a Concussions Are Serious pamphlet to take home. We ask parents/guardians to review this pamphlet and seek medical attention for your son/daughter if you feel it is required. As in previous years, all head injuries will be logged and reported to parents/guardians directly. We ask that you please inform the school as soon as possible if and when your son/daughter sustains a concussion as a result of a school incident or as a result of an activity outside of school. Questions or concerns regarding this policy should be directed to the Main Office. Your cooperation and assistance in this regard are appreciated.
