St. Veronica

Trustees: L. del Rosario and T. Thomas

Superintendent: P. Cusumano

Principal: N. Laporte

Head Secretary: D. Puri

Email: VeronInfo@dpcdsb.org

Location: 680 Novo Star Dr., Mississauga, ON L5W 1C7
Phone: 905-696-6980

O God of Love, We thank you for what you have given us to enjoy;

For healthy minds and bodies, for love, for family, for friendship;

For every gift of happiness.

We praise you for those who help us by their example and encouragement;

Especially those who have given their lives to the cause

of justice and freedom.

Help us, for whom their efforts were given, to make their sacrifice

worthwhile by the way we live our lives in loving others.

May we always strive to follow your example and work

towards creating a peaceful world.

Help us have peace through full reconciliation and cooperation with

God's will for us and all those with whom we live.

We ask this in Jesus' name,

Amen.

As we enter November, we take time to reflect on the many blessings in our school community and to give thanks for the gifts of faith, family, and friendship. Over the past month, our students have demonstrated kindness, empathy, and a strong commitment to learning both inside and outside the classroom. It has been wonderful to see our students living out our Catholic values through their daily actions and interactions.

Our students continue to thrive academically, socially, and spiritually. They have settled into their routines, and Progress Reports will soon be sent home. We are incredibly proud of our student athletes who represented St. Veronica so well at the Cross-Country Meet and on both our Girls’ and Boys’ Junior Volleyball Teams. Their dedication, teamwork, and sportsmanship were inspiring. Halloween was another highlight, with vibrant school spirit on full display throughout our Spirit Week celebrations. Thank you to our Catholic School Council and all parent volunteers for helping make it such a fun and memorable experience for our students.

As we enter November, we are reminded of the importance of remembrance. We reflect on the significance of All Saints’ Day, All Souls’ Day, and Remembrance Day, moments that call us to honour those who have gone before us and to celebrate the strength of our faith. Through prayer, reflection, and participation in our school liturgies and Remembrance Day activities, students will have opportunities to deepen their understanding of gratitude, sacrifice, hope, and peace.

This month, we focus on the virtue of Conscience. We are called to do what is right, guided by prayer, reflection, and the teachings of Jesus. We encourage our students to have the courage to stand up for the values they are taught at home and at school, to make thoughtful choices, and to be peacemakers in their classrooms, on the playground, and within the community.

As the weather becomes colder, please ensure that students are dressed appropriately for outdoor recess and learning opportunities. We also remind families of the importance of regular attendance and punctuality in supporting student success and well-being.

Thank you to our Catholic School Council, parent volunteers, staff, and parish community for your ongoing partnership and support. Together, we continue to build a welcoming, inclusive, and faith-filled school where every child is known, valued, and loved.

May God bless you and your families throughout this month, and may we continue to be guided by faith, hope, and love in all that we do.

Take care.

N. Laporte

Principal

As we continue to support a safe and respectful learning environment, we ask families to speak with their children about the appropriate use of technology at school.

Students are reminded that school technology is provided to support learning and should not be used to take photos or videos of students, staff, or school activities without permission. Families are also encouraged to discuss the importance of responsible digital citizenship, including not using the school name, logo, or school-related images on personal social media accounts such as TikTok or other platforms.

A reminder that student cell phones must remain off or silenced and out of sight during the school day unless explicitly permitted by a staff member for educational purposes or required for documented medical needs.

Thank you for partnering with us to promote respectful, safe, and responsible technology use both at school and online.

The St. Veronica Catholic School Council met for the first time this year on October 16. Congratulations to the newly elected/appointed members of our School Council. We are so blessed to have such a dedicated group of individuals with which to collaborate!

2026-2027 Catholic School Council Members

J. Wong – Chair

R. Brual – Treasurer

S. Brown – Secretary

C. Silva – Parish Representative

OAPCE Representative

M. De Los Reyes, K. Adeshola, D. Faseyi – Community Representative

C. Lawrence, P. Rietta - Teaching Representatives

Our council would like to extend a special thank you to: Loblaws, Heartland for their generous donations to our Halloween celebrations.

The next council meeting will be Wednesday, November 4 at 6:30 pm in hybrid form (in the school library and through Zoom). All are welcome to attend.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Loblaws Heartland for their generous donation of pumpkins for our annual Classroom Pumpkin Decorating Contest. Your support helped spark creativity and seasonal spirit throughout our school, and the students had a fantastic time showcasing their imaginative designs. We truly appreciate your community partnership!

Our Catholic School Parent Council is excited to launch the Terra Cotta Cookie Dough Fundraiser beginning October 21 and running until November 4.

This fundraiser supports student field trip subsidies, awards, and learning opportunities that enrich the educational experience for all students at St. Veronica.

With the holiday season just around the corner, this is a wonderful opportunity to stock up for holiday baking or purchase delicious treats for family gatherings and gift-giving. Terra Cotta cookie dough is easy to prepare, freezes well, and is always a crowd favourite!

Available options include a variety of cookie dough flavours as well as beautifully packaged shortbread gift boxes, making them perfect for the upcoming holiday season.

Please see the attached fundraising letter for complete details and ordering information. We encourage families to support this initiative and thank you for your continued generosity.

Together, we can make a meaningful difference for our students while enjoying some delicious holiday treats.

The Catholic School Council is excited to bring back an easy fundraising opportunity for our school called FlipGive!

FlipGive works like a cashback bonus program (similar to Rakuten), where you can earn money for our school simply by making all your favourite purchases by going through the FlipGive Link/App and/or by purchasing gift cards (e-cards) through the FlipGive Link/App. FlipGIve is accessible on your device or your phone.

Shop anytime with the brands you already love like Home Depot, Walmart, Amazon, Sport Chek, Indigo, Old Navy, Apple, Esso, and Loblaws. Just make sure you go through the FlipGive Link/App and our school will get the cashback! It’s completely virtual and contactless.

Join our team now and you’ll get a $5 bonus the first time you shop. This is the link: St. Veronica FLIPGIVE LINK and enter our TEAM code: 6VPW62

*When signing up, it will ask you to select a player. Please select "No player - support a team". (If you add your child's name, it will add them to a dropdown list that everyone can see.)

You can also share our FlipGive! link with family and friends and they can use it to earn money for our school with their shopping as well.

Our goal is to raise $250.

November 1 - 7 - Treaties Recognition Week

November 3 - Virtue Assembly

November 4 - Grade 8s visit St. Marcellinus

November 4 - CSC Meeting

November 5 - Intermediate Co-Ed Flag Football

November 5 - St. Marcellinus Open House

November 10 - Rosary Apostolate

November 11 - Remembrance Day (liturgy and ceremony) @10:45 am - All are Welcome

November 12 - SFX Youth Minister Visit (Grade 6-8)

November 17, 18 - Dental Screening

November 17 - Progress Reports go home

November 19 - Interview evening

November 19 - Winter Clothing Trade Night

November 16 -20 - Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week

November 23 - Photo Retake Day

November 24 - Immunization Clinic (Grade 7, 8)

November 27 - PA Day

November 29 - First Day of Advent

Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:00 pm

Sunday Mass: 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am, 12:00 pm, 1:30 pm

Daily Masses

Monday to Friday Mass 8:00 am, 7:00 pm

Saturday Mass 8:00 am

Email: stfrancisxaviermi@archtoronto.org
Website: https://stfrancisxaviermi.archtoronto.org/en/
Location: 5650 Mavis Road, Mississauga, ON L5V 2N6
Phone: 905-890-5290

If you are new to the community, you are encouraged to register with the Parish.

First Reconciliation

The First Reconciliation Celebration for our students will take place at St. Francis Xavier Parish. Please contact the Parish website.

First Holy Communion

First Holy Communion for our grade 2 students will be held at St. Francis Xavier Parish. Please contact the Parish website.

Confirmation

Confirmation for our grade 7 students will take place at St. Francis Xavier Parish. Please contact the Parish website.

We thank Father Marc and his parish team for their continued support and generosity as we work to build our church community.

"But the fruit of the spirit is love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith."

Galatians 5:22

God helps us to choose to be good people.

A person of conscience...

• chooses to do the right thing, even when it is hard
• takes time to think and pray before making decisions
• knows that their actions and decisions affect all those around them
• thinks of others before themselves

Conscience is the voice of God within us. As you develop your conscience, you will learn to make decisions that encourage and support truly loving relationships. Our conscience reminds us how to act towards other people and how to be a good friend. Sometimes it is hard for us to do the right thing, but we must always remember that the right thing to do is not always the easy thing to do.

Let us now pray...for the grace and strength to be people of conscience - people who know the good and decent way to act, and then choose to act that way. Amen.

• I believe that God is an awesome God!
• I believe and have faith in God
• I believe that God is with us always
• I believe that we can talk to God anytime and anywhere, through prayer
• I believe in the stories of the Bible
• I believe in the stories of Jesus' life, death and resurrection
• I believe in the Church community, celebrating mass, and the seven sacraments
• I believe in forgiveness

Because I am a believer, I will live my life like Jesus.

Our school will pay tribute to those who gave their lives for freedom on Tuesday, November 11 at our school beginning at 10:45 am. Thank you to Mrs. Strachan and Mme Bozzo for preparing students for this liturgy. Poppy stickers will be distributed to all students and we will be making a donation to the Veterans' Association.

We welcome you to join us for this occasion.

As part of our commitment to fostering safe, inclusive, and Catholic learning environments, we are reminding all students and parent(s)/caregiver(s) that the use of discriminatory language or any language rooted in hate or racism is not permitted at school. Any use of such language will be addressed promptly and appropriately to ensure the safety and well-being of all students, staff, and community members.

We ask parent(s)/caregiver(s) to support this expectation by having age-appropriate conversations with their children about the importance of using respectful language and understanding the harm caused by discriminatory words. Together, we can continue to build a community grounded in human dignity, compassion, and the values of our Catholic Social Teachings.

We thank all drivers who move right up to the top of the kiss and ride lane. Please do not leave your vehicle unattended in the kiss and ride lane.

Please continue to use the Safe Arrival School Messenger program to report absences and/or lates.

Please be aware that in the morning at 8:30 am, we do have our morning opening exercises which include O Canada and prayer. We may not be able to get the buzzer right away at this time. We thank you for your cooperation in this very important protocol.

For health and safety, we ask that all students have indoor shoes. Please note that in the event of an emergency evacuation, students will not have the opportunity to put boots on. Thank you for your support in this matter.

Board policy states the amount of time outdoors should be reduced for children (grade 8 and under) when the temperature is minus 20 degrees Celsius or colder. When the temperature or equivalent wind chill temperature is minus 25 degrees Celsius or lower children shall be kept indoors.

With the exceptions of these occasions, all children will go out for recess and the lunch break. We remind all students to dress appropriately for the weather.

Thank you to all parents/guardians who completed the school board process for the Courtesy Seat Bus Request. Courtesy seat requests have been processed. Parents are reminded that courtesy seats are not guaranteed for the year and they may be rescinded at any time as new situations or enrollments arise. Please remember that this process must be conducted annually for students not normally eligible to ride the bus.

Please note: we belong to Zone 1.

We are asking parents not to send food items to school when celebrating your child's birthday and consider an alternative such as pencils, stickers, etc. We thank you for your continued understanding.

If you have not already done so, please return the Medical Authorization forms sent home. Your child’s medication should be stored either in a fanny pack around their waist, or in the school office health room so that it can be accessed quickly should a medical emergency arise.

Each year, the form requires a Doctor or Health Practitioner to complete and sign it, as well as the parent.

If you child is diagnosed with a new condition or the present condition requires different medication or prescription, kindly contact our office to obtain the appropriate forms.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping our students stay safe and well.

• Get your annual flu shot: the flu shot is your best defense against the flu. There are many locations across Peel where you can get your flu shot (doctor office, walk-in clinic, pharmacy, flu shot clinics)
• Keep children home when they are sick: if your child develops flu-like signs and symptoms (fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills or fatigue), keep them home from school. Contact your health care provider if symptoms are severe.
• Practice good hygiene: help your child get into the habit of covering their nose and mouth with a tissue when they cough or sneeze and throw tissues in the garbage. Cough or sneeze into a sleeve or elbow, if they don't have a tissue. They should also avoid touching their eyes, nose or mouth. This is how germs are spread.
• Wash your hands: encourage your child to wash their hands often with soap and water or use hand sanitizer, especially after they cough or sneeze.

For more information, please visit Peel Public Health's website.

Did you know?

Too much screen time increases your child’s risk of becoming:

• Sleep-deprived.
• Less school-ready.
• Inattentive.
• Aggressive.
• Nearsighted (when objects farther away look blurry).

• Encourage and participate in face-to-face interactions such as shared reading, outdoor play, board games, and crafts.
• Turn off screens when not in use and avoid background TV use.
• Model screen time use around children and minimize your own use during mealtimes and play.

To log into the Parent and Student Portal, visit the link Parent and Student Portal

Note: The PowerSchool Mobile app is not supported. The Parent Portal is best viewed on a computer or iPad/tablet.

The Parent and Student Portal is a secure and easy‑to‑use tool that helps you stay connected and involved in your child’s learning.

Parents and guardians can create their own accounts using each child’s unique Access ID and Access Password that will be sent to you via email.

If you have more than one child attending a DPCDSB school, you can link all your children to one parent account for easy access.

If you have not yet registered, we encourage you to do so as soon as possible. Registration only takes a few minutes and completing it now will help prevent delays later.

If you require your assigned username or temporary password to be resent, please contact the school at 905‑696-6980 as soon as possible.

Please see below for the DPCDSB's Thrive newsletter for November.

The Expo provides students and families with a unique opportunity to connect with Black professionals and mentors in an engaging career fair environment. Designed to foster community, the event allows attendees to explore a wide range of career pathways and engage in meaningful conversations with professionals from diverse industries. The evening will feature Black professionals representing various sectors, student presentations, interactive photo booths, a DJ, and many other exciting activities.

Black representation matters and plays a vital role in addressing and dismantling Anti-Black Racism within the education system. Through this event, Dufferin-Peel's Black Excellence Success Team continues to create opportunities and affirming spaces where Black students, staff, families, and community members can share their lived experiences, have their voices heard, and feel a sense of belonging. The Expo is intended to strengthen partnerships with Black-owned businesses, support post-secondary pathways, and connect students with mentors and professionals who can inspire and guide their future success.

Location: St. Edmund Campion Secondary School

275 Brisdale Drive, Brampton, Ontario, L7A 3C7

Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

​​​​Please see the attached flyer for more information and scan the QR code or click this link to register.

Kindergarten-Year 2 (SK) parents/guardians who wish to learn more about French Immersion or wish to enroll their child in a Grade 1 French Immersion program for September 2027, are invited to attend an in-person information meeting at one of the following parent evening sessions:

All Saints - Monday, November 9, 2026 at 6:00 pm

Divine Mercy - Monday, November 2, 2026 at 5:30 pm

St Elizabeth Seton - Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 6:00 pm

St Gregory - Monday, November 16, 2026 at 5:30 pm

St Pio of Pietrelcina - Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 5:30 pm

The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board (DPCDSB) will host a series of Extended French Parent Information Sessions in November 2026 at local Extended French schools. These sessions will provide families with information about the Grade 5 Extended French program, as well as an overview of the online application and registration process. A complete schedule of these information sessions is posted on the board's Extended French webpage.

Registration for the Grade 5 Extended French Program for the 2027-2028 school year will officially open on Wednesday, November 25, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. and will close on Wednesday, December 9, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Parents and guardians can access the online application via the Extended French webpage during this period.

The DPCDSB Extended French is a regional program offered at 11 schools and each individual Extended French site is open to students within their boundaries. Elementary students should attend the Extended French School in their designated area.

Students in Extended French will receive a minimum of 2,670 hours of French instruction during their school career. When complete, students should be able to participate adequately in conversation, demonstrate knowledge of French cultures, society, and customs.

For more information regarding the upcoming November information sessions, registration guidelines, or program details, please visit the Extended French webpage.

Progress Reports for will be sent home to parents on Tuesday, November 17, 2026. Interviews will be held on the evening of Thursday, November 19, 2026.

To improve the way we book interviews, we’ve purchased the license to an on-line booking system that we believe will help parents and staff. It makes it much easier to book an interview, and so much easier to book several interviews and coordinate times.

While interviews at progress reporting time is not mandatory, should you wish to see your child’s teacher, please use the link below.

A special thank you to our students for showing such kindness, compassion, and care for others. Together, we are making a difference!

We are happy to offer the graduating Class of 2027 an opportunity to purchase a special graduation souvenir!

This year, students can choose from a variety of options. Hoodies, short sleeve t-shirts and long sleeve t-shirts are available for purchase in both black and red to commemorate their final year at St. Veronica. All prices includea personalized last name on the back. Taxes will be applied at purchase.

• The cost of the long sleeve Hoodie is $42.80 + HST for youth or adult sizes S, M, L, XL.

• If you would like to order an adult XXL, the cost is $47.80 + HST

• The cost of the long sleeve t-shirt is is $33.50 + HST

• The cost of the short sleeve t-shirt is $21.90 + HST

Use the link below to make your purchases. Orders are due by November 15, 2026.

St. Veronica is a community that loves to collect things! Even more than collecting, St. Veronica loves to share what we collect! Therefore, all families are invited to drop by our gym on Thursday, November 20 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. to browse all of the winter clothing and freely take any items that may be of use to you or your family. Come join us that evening!

Thank you for all those who brought in items for our Winter Clothing Giveaway Drive. We will continue to collect items up until November 19.

Did you know?

Ontario is covered by 46 treaties and other agreements, such as land purchases by the Crown signed between 1781 and 1930.

Treaties are the legally binding agreements that set out the rights, responsibilities and relationships of Indigenous people and the federal and provincial governments.

Peel Public Health is providing free dental screening, as required by the Ontario Ministry of Health, for students in all grades at school on November 17, 18, 2026. Please note that dental screening may be completed earlier than the expected end date. A dental screening is a quick assessment by a registered dental hygienist who will take a look inside your child's mouth. A separate, sterilized mouth mirror is used for each child. It identifies children who may be in need of dental care. After the dental screening, a form with the results will go home with every child screened.

If a child is identified with a dental condition requiring immediate dental treatment, an additional form will be attached for the parent to fill in and return to Peel Public Health. The parent may be contacted by a dental staff member. A re-screening may be required.

If you do not want your child to be screened, please visit www.peelregion.ca/dental/schoolscreening or call Peel Public Health at 905-799-7700 by November 16, 2026.

For more details, please see below.

Bullying can take different forms, including

• Physical - hitting, shoving, stealing or damaging property
• Verbal - name calling, mocking, or making sexist, racist or homophobic comments
• Social - excluding others from a group or spreading gossip or rumours about them
• Electronic (commonly known as cyberbullying) - spreading rumours and hurtful comments through the use of cellphones, e-mail, text messaging and social networking sites

At St. Veronica, we work collaboratively and very hard to create and maintain a safe, caring, inclusive and healthy environment for all. To this end, our staff have been planning and organizing a number of initiatives and activities to benefit our community. Some of these include presentations for our students, celebrating and highlighting various awareness days, and continued messages during daily announcements. At St. Veronica, we continue to focus on the message of acceptance and belonging. After all, 'We all belong to God's family.'

"Let us allow God to fill our hearts with His goodness and mercy."

- Pope Francis

The co-ed flag football team at St. Veronica is in full swing, with students enthusiastically practicing for an upcoming tournament under the guidance of Mr. Hilario and Mme. Bozzo. The team promotes inclusivity, teamwork, and school spirit, welcoming players of all skill levels. As they prepare for competition, students are building confidence, sharpening their skills, and creating lasting memories.

A huge shout-out goes to our Junior Boys' and Junior Girls' Volleyball teams!

Both teams showed incredible determination, perseverance, and teamwork as they competed in their Pod tournaments. In an exciting display of resilience, both the boys' and girls' teams found themselves trailin in their final matches but refused to give up. Through outstanding effort, communication, and a never-give-up attitude, they battled back to earn thrilling comeback victories and secure their spots in the Family Tournament.

We are so proud of our junior volleyball teams! A special thank you to Coach Hilario.

A big congratulations goes out to the entire Cross Country Team! We are extremely proud of your performance at the Family Meet at Erindale Park. You all showed such determination and perseverance throughout your races.

Special congratulations to Shima, Daniel, Kyle, Christopher, Carmine and Ayden for representing St. Veronica at the board finals.

You displayed such great sportsmanship. Thank you for a memorable Cross Country season!

Thank you to the coaches - Mr. Hilario and Mme. Bozzo.

To support the planning and financial viability of school excursions, a minimum of 80% student participation is required for a trip to proceed. This threshold helps ensure that transportation, supervision, and program costs remain affordable and that the experience benefits the majority of students in the class.

Please return permission forms and payments by the specified deadline. Verbal consent over the telephone will not be accepted. We encourage all students to participate, as school trips provide valuable opportunities to extend learning beyond the classroom and build community with their peers.

Please note that if fewer than 80% of students register for a trip, the excursion may be cancelled or alternative arrangements may need to be considered.

We are always looking for volunteers to attend school trips. If you are interested in volunteering on a trip, you will need to have a Vulnerable Sector Check from Peel Police.

Please be aware that the current processing time for Peel Regional Police Checks is approximately 14 business days (2 weeks). Please request a School Authorization letter from the school office before applying to Peel Police.

Please use the link below to start your application. There is a fee.

If you are unsure whether you have a current Vulnerable Sector Check, please contact the school.

Each year, in the Spring, the school office will send home an Annual Offense Declaration for volunteer signature which will keep the Vulnerable Sector active.