St. Teresa of Calcutta Newsletter

School begins: 8:55 a.m.

First Recess: 11:00-11:15 a.m.

Lunch: 11:55-12:55 p.m.

Second Recess: 2:25-2:35 p.m.

Dismissal: 3:25 p.m.

YARD SUPERVISION

Staff supervision of students in the playground begins at 8:40 a.m. To ensure your child’s safety, we appreciate your cooperation and understanding in this matter.

*IMPORTANT*

Morning Arrival

Please make sure to have your child at school before 8:55am.

Late arrivals will sign in at the Main Office.

This year, the staff and students of St. Teresa of Calcutta continue to be committed to promoting the values of social justice, anti-bullying, inclusion, and environmental stewardship. Thank you to all the students who participated in our Walk, Bike or Roll to School Campaign!

STOC also participated in our Youth Faith Ambassadors Food Drive leading up to Thanksgiving. Thank you for your generosity and compassion in supporting families in need.

In the month of November, we celebrate the Virtue of Conscience and reflect on how we can make thoughtful choices, do what is right, and be voices of kindness, fairness, and justice in our school and community.

On November 1, we celebrate All Saints' Day, and on November 2, we commemorate All Souls' Day, remembering and praying for those who have gone before us.

On November 11, our Grade 8 students will lead our school in a Remembrance Day Liturgy at 10:30 a.m. Families are welcome to join us as we honour the sacrifices made by members of the armed forces and reflect on the gift of peace. Our Virtue Assembly, recognizing students who demonstrate the Virtue of Conscience, will take place that afternoon at 1:00 p.m.

Throughout November, we will also participate in several important awareness and learning opportunities:

• Treaties Recognition Week: November 1-7, 2026
• Veterans' Week: November 5-11, 2026
• Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week: November 15-21, 2026

During Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week, students will engage in activities that promote kindness, empathy, inclusion, and respect while learning about the impact of bullying and the importance of creating safe and caring school communities for everyone.

As we move through this month of remembrance and reflection, may we continue to live our faith through our actions, show gratitude for the blessings in our lives, and strengthen our commitment to caring for one another. Together, we can make St. Teresa of Calcutta a welcoming place where every student feels valued, respected, and loved.

In the month of November 2026, we will celebrate the virtue of: Conscience

Congratulations to the recipients of our October Virtue of Empathy certificates:

Ms. Scarpelli FDK

Natalia

Kyle

Ms. Medeiros and Ms. Pereira FDK

Kassandra

Milan

Ms. Iassogna Gr.1/2

Vivia

Alanna

Ms. Hassell Gr.1/2

Gabriela

Joanna

Ms. Bailey Gr. 2/3

Giordano

Sultan

Diego

Ms. Casciaro Gr. 2/3

Valentina

Eduard

Ms. Armstrong Gr. 3/4

Cameron

Emma L.

Ms. Pereira Gr.4/5

Gabriel

Sydney

Mrs. Neiva Gr.5/6

Elise

Arthur

Esther

Mr. Salinas Gr.6/7

Nolan

Nadiia

Yui

Mr. Felice Gr. 7/8

Siena

Ben

Ms. Guzik Gr. 8

Siena

Ben

2026-2027 Catholic School Council

Chair-

Kelly Amaral

Secretary–

Heather Dawson

Treasurer-

Jennifer Costa

OAPCE Representative –

So Jin Jung

Parish Representative–

Nancy Ceccomancini

Teacher Representative –

Stephanie Iassogna

Our next meeting will take place on November 5 from 6:00-7:30

All parents are welcome to attend our CSC meetings.

Information will be sent out to the community with information about how to request a link if you wish to attend virtually. If parents/guardians that are not voting members on a school’s Catholic School Council, wish to have an item to be added to the agenda, then these items need to come forward through nominated members of Catholic School Council listed above a week in advance of the meeting. This can be facilitated by parents/guardians sending an email to our Catholic School Council Info email account located at: mtrsacscinfo@dpcdsb.org

All Catholic School Council Meetings will be at 6:00-7:30 p.m. on the following dates:

November 5, 2026

January 21, 2027

February 25, 2027

April 29, 2027

Approved minutes are posted on our school website.

Please do NOT PARK OR STOP, or GET OUT of YOUR CAR in the Kiss N Ride lane at anytime. To be as quick as possible, students need to leave the vehicles and enter the school. Please observe parking signs on the road and take care as we would like all to be safe at all times.

It is important that students attend school regularly and punctually. If your child will be late or absent, please use SafeArrival Absence Reporting. With SafeArrival, you are asked to report your child’s absence in advance using any of these 3 convenient methods: 1. Using your mobile device, download and install the SchoolMessenger App from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store (or from the links at https://go.schoolmessenger.ca ). The first time you use the app, select Sign Up to create your account. Once you are signed up and logged in, select Attendance then Report an Absence. 2. Use the SafeArrival website, https://go.schoolmessenger.ca . The first time you use the website, select Sign Up to create your account. Select Attendance then Report an Absence. 3. Call the toll-free number 1 (844) 435-3440 to report an absence using the automated phone system. These options are available 24 hours/day, 7 days a week. Future absences can be reported at any time. If further assistance required on how to report an absence using SafeArrival can be found on the following link: https://www.dpcdsb.org/parents/absence-reporting This measure is to ensure the safety of your child. We thank you for your continued support in following this procedure.

As we move through the final months of the year, we are invited to slow down, reflect, and intentionally nurture our mental health and well-being. November is also Bullying Awareness and

Prevention Month, providing an important opportunity to promote kindness, inclusion, respect, and belonging within our school communities. During Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week,

students are encouraged to consider how their words and actions can contribute to creating safe, caring, and inclusive environments where everyone feels valued and supported. November also

reminds us of the importance of strengthening self-awareness by helping students recognize their thoughts, emotions, strengths, and needs, and understand how these influence their choices,

relationships, and interactions with others.

• Healthy Smiles Start Early!
• Bullying Awareness & Prevention
• School Mental Health Ontario Info Sheet: Helping your child build positive relationships and manage conflict

R. Scarpelli FDK

L. Medeiros FDK

A. Pereira DECE

S. Iassogna Grade 1/2

M. Bailey Grade 2/3

C. Hassell Grade 1/2

M. Casciaro Grade 2/3

T. Armstrong Grade 3/4

C. Pereira Grade 4/5

M. Neiva Grade 5/6

D. Salinas Grade 6/7

M. Felice Grade 7/8

A. Guzik Grade 8

A. Galle French

V. Corapi Library/Planning Time

C. Beach SERC/SERT/ESL

M. Tully SERT/ ESL

K. Aranha Planning Time

D. DeVoy Planning Time

L. Mykhalyuk Planning Time/ESL

M. Knibbe ERW

L. Piper ERW

K.Crhak

A. Passarelli Child and Youth Worker

C. Ancimer Speech and Language Pathologist

R. Jardine Psychologist

M. Russ Social Worker

L. Gordon Head Secretary

J. Xamin Head Custodian

E. Garcia Night Custodian

A. D’Ettore Night Custodian

Internet: https://www.stopr.ca/ - this website provides up to date delay and inclement weather cancellation information in addition to policy, procedures, and frequently asked questions.

Businfo.stopr.ca - this website allows parents to access specific to “what school do I attend” and “am I eligible for transportation.” This site also provides parents access to specific bus stop locations and pick up and drop off times for their children if eligible for transportation.

Telephone: Transportation EAST 905-890-6000

The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board has developed a Concussion Policy and Guidelines for students who have been diagnosed with a concussion by either a medical doctor or nurse practitioner. School staff cannot diagnose a concussion. Anytime a student reports to the office with a head injury, the parent/guardian will be contacted and the incident will be entered into the school’s “Documentation of Head Injuries” log. This is precautionary only, and we ask that you check your child when he/she gets home for any signs of a concussion or illness. A brochure containing information about Concussions is provided upon pick up of the student or when they go home for the day. This is a precautionary measure and for information purposes.