Guardian Angels Elementary School

2025_2026_School_Year_Calendar.pdf

https://www.cruisers-sports.com/sports/schoolsprogram.shtml

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Para Sports Presentation – October 27 & 28

As part of our regular Physical Education program, students at Guardian Angels will have the opportunity to participate in a special Para Sports presentation on October 27 and 28. We are pleased to welcome Shawn from Cruisers Sports—a wheelchair basketball player and community leader who has shared his inspiring story with over 300 schools across the GTA.

This engaging presentation will highlight the importance of inclusion, resilience, and the power of sport. We’re excited for our students to learn from Shawn’s journey and experience Para Sports firsthand.

Learn more about Cruisers Sports here.

Halloween-Costumes: Equity Best Practices

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Empathy through Social Justice

God wants us to care about everyone's feelings. Empathy is the ability to put oneself in another's shoes and the capacity to feel what the other person is feeling. When we are unable to fully understand another individuals perspective because that is not our lived experience it is integral that you believe and trust that individual's story. Tatiana Mac, engineer, writer and speaker explains this in one of her talks. "Empathy is feeling what someone else is feeling. It is attempting to crawl into their

minds and hearts and experience what they’re experiencing...We cannot feel what it is to be anyone but ourselves. Instead of trying to feel something we can’t truly know to validate it, we should *trust* others’ experiences." This perspective offers up a new way to understand Empathy...as a way to validate, believe and trust the lived experiences of individuals that differ from our own to promote justice.

Subject: 🎃 Get Pledging! Support Our Catholic School Council’s Halloween Spook-a-thon

Dear Guardian Angels Community,

We’re thrilled to launch our main school fundraiser of the year — the Halloween Spook-a-thon, proudly presented by the Guardian Angels Catholic School Council!

🕸️ Date: October 31
🎶 What’s Happening: A spooky dance party in the gym with music, prizes, and Halloween fun!
💜 How to Support:

Pledge online by October 30 via School Cash Online
Or scan the QR code on the attached pledge sheet
🏆 Prizes: Awards for top fundraisers, best costumes, and class spirit!

📣 Get pledging! Share the link and QR code with family and friends — every dollar counts!

✅ IMPORTANT: When making a payment on School Cash Online, sponsors must include your child’s name so their support is properly credited.

📄 Attached: Pledge sheets with QR code.

Thank you for your continued support — let’s make this a fang-tastic celebration for our students!

As a reminder, students may bring Personal Electronic Devices (PEDs) to school for educational purposes. However, PEDs may only be used during instructional time and in instructional spaces with the expressed permission of the teacher or staff, and only in ways that support learning.

We ask all students to follow the Catholic Code of Conduct and board policies regarding responsible and ethical use of technology. Unauthorized use during school hours will not be tolerated.

Please ensure students respect the privacy of others and do not share passwords or personal information. Staff may review content on registered PEDs if necessary.

Thank you for helping us promote safe, respectful, and responsible digital citizenship in our school community.

Lunches

As we begin the new school year, we want to remind families that third-party lunch deliveries (e.g., Skip the Dishes, Uber Eats) are not permitted.

These services often arrive without proper student identification or names on the lunch bags, making it impossible for staff to ensure the lunch reaches the correct student. This creates confusion, increases the risk for students with allergies, and in some cases, delivery drivers have entered the school and walked directly into classrooms—posing a serious safety concern.

If you are dropping off a lunch yourself, please:

Arrive by 11:45 AM.
Clearly label the lunch bag with your child’s name.
Place it on the table at the front entrance.
Staff will ensure it is delivered to your child’s classroom.

We encourage families to consider:

Packed Lunch from Home – Ensures dietary needs are met and avoids delivery issues.
School Hot Lunch Program – Nutritious meals available starting in October.

Your cooperation is essential in helping us maintain a safe and organized environment for all students.

STOPR

Attention Parents/Guardians:
Student Transportation of Peel Region (STOPR) has implemented a weather zone system for school bus cancellations during inclement weather. Our school is assigned to Weather Zone [Insert Zone Number]. Please review the following important information:

🔹 School bus cancellations may occur in Zone 1, Zone 2, and/or Zone 3
🔹 Cancellations are posted by 6:00 AM each morning
🔹 Check the STOPR website: stopr.ca
🔹 Follow STOPR on Twitter: @STOPRinfo
🔹 Review the Inclement Weather Procedures and Zone Map

📎 Please see the attachment below for more details.

Information pertaining to Transportation can be accessed online at www.stopr.ca. You can also go to the board website www.dpcdsb.org and use the link for student transportation.

STOPR Weather procedure.pdf

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To ensure a safe and smooth dismissal for all students, we ask for your continued cooperation with the following procedures:

🚗 Kiss and Ride:
Please use the Kiss and Ride lane for pick-up and remain in your vehicle. This helps keep traffic flowing and ensures student safety. If you need to exit your car, please park in a designated area off school property.

⏰ School Property Access:
Parents and guardians should not be on school property before 3:30 p.m.. This policy helps us maintain a secure learning environment and minimizes disruptions during instructional time.

📋 Early Sign-Outs:
If you need to sign your child out early, this must be done through the office. We strongly encourage families to plan ahead, as sign-outs after 2:30 p.m. are challenging. The office is extremely busy at this time with end-of-day routines, announcements, and preparing for dismissal. We may not be able to get your child down in time if requests are made too close to dismissal.

Your support helps us maintain a safe, respectful, and well-organized school environment for all students. Thank you for working with us!

Kiss & Ride

Thank you to those parents who are using the Kiss and Ride program. We appreciate your cooperation and the care you take as you are dropping off your children. Please no parking or drop off at the front of the school. This is a bus zone only and it is an emergency vehicle area.

A few reminders when using Kiss and Ride please:

Drop your child off at the sidewalk
Be patient with other cars as they drop off students. Some are younger students and require more time.
Drive slowly on school property at all times.
Pull up as close to the vehicle in front to accommodate other parents.
When pulling out to drive by other stopped cars, proceed with caution.
Please do not leave your vehicle unattended to walk your child to the school yard. If you wish to walk your child, please park in a designated parking area.
Students must disembark on the sidewalk side, if you have a child seat on the wrong side please consider moving it to accommodate safety in the future.

Supporting Student Safety and Well-Being

At the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board (DPCDSB), we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and faith-filled learning environment where every student is valued and protected. In collaboration with local Children’s Aid Societies, our staff are guided by provincial legislation to report any concerns regarding a child’s safety or well-being. This includes suspected or confirmed cases of abuse, neglect, or human trafficking. Together, we work to ensure that all children and youth are supported and safe.

See attachment for more details.

Duty to Report Sept 2025.pdf

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Student Health, Safety and Well-Being Procedures

At Guardian Angels, the health, safety, and well-being of our students are a top priority. In accordance with DPCDSB policy, any accidents, injuries, or illnesses that occur on school premises or during school-sponsored activities will be managed appropriately. Parents/guardians shall be informed if first aid is required. In the case of a serious accident, injury, or illness, emergency services will be contacted immediately, and parents/guardians will be notified as soon as possible. All incidents will be documented following board procedures.

As part of our commitment to fostering a safe, caring, and respectful learning environment, school staff, including administration, may check in with students as needed to support their well-being, help resolve conflicts, and ensure positive peer interactions. When a situation requires parental involvement, we will reach out in accordance with board policies.

Prevelant Medical Conditions

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As we begin the new school year, I am writing to remind you about the importance of updating our Plans of Care for prevalent medical conditions. These plans are crucial to ensuring that we can provide appropriate support and care for students with specific health needs, including Anaphylaxis, Epilepsy, and Asthma.

Action Required:

Medication Drop-Off: Please ensure that any necessary medications are dropped off at the school office as soon as you can. All medications must be properly labeled and accompanied by the appropriate documentation.
Updates and Changes: If there have been any changes to your child's health condition or medication regimen over the summer, it is essential that you inform us promptly. Attached, you will find the Plans of Care forms for Anaphylaxis, Epilepsy, and Asthma. These forms will need to be completed and signed by both you and your child’s physician if there are any updates.
Submission: Please submit the updated Plans of Care forms to the school office as soon as you can, ensuring that we have the necessary information on file for the school year ahead.

Your cooperation in completing and returning these forms is greatly appreciated.

Anaphylaxis Plan of Care.pdf

Asthma Plan of Care.pdf

T1 Diabetes Plan of Care.pdf

Seizures Plan of Care.pdf

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Custody of Children

On rare occasions, we are faced with difficult situations in which non-custodial parents arrive at school asking to visit their child or to take their child home after school. We are best able to serve and protect students when we are made aware of legal custody arrangements, visitation rights and other special instructions. If legal custody matters affect your family, please ensure that our office and classroom teachers are aware of any custodial arrangements that may affect your child during school hours.

Visitors to the School

We would like to thank all of our parents and other visitors to the school for respecting the designated waiting areas outside your child’s exit door. Only Staff and students are allowed in the school yard from 8:45 am-3:45 pm. In the event you have an appointment or are volunteering, please be reminded that all visitors to the school are to report to the office, sign in and wear a visitor’s sticker. This helps to ensure the safety and security of all students.

We are pleased to welcome our volunteers for another year to support learning in our school. We appreciate your commitment and support and look forward to a great year.

In accordance with the Safe Schools Act, all volunteers, including those going on one-day school trips, must have a Criminal Reference Check.

Vulnerable Screening Checks for Volunteers

Please click below for application....

Student Accident Insurance

The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board takes every precaution to provide a safe learning environment for students, however accidents can happen. As permitted under the Education Act, DPCDSB arranges for the distribution of student accident insurance brochures; however, the Board assumes no responsibility for the cost of the plan, applications, premium payments or claims; nor does the Board receive any remuneration from the Reliable Life Insurance Company - Insure My Kids

The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board does not provide insurance coverage for student injuries that occur on school premises or during extra-curricular activities (e.g. athletics, clubs, field trips, etc.)

For further information, please visit http://www.insuremykids.com

The Elementary Health & Physical Education Curriculum – Medical Information / Element of Risk GF401 form is sent to parents/guardians each year and is required to be signed in order for students to participate in physical activities at school.

Peel Public Health Updates

📌 Immunization & School Registration – What Parents Need to Know

If your child is missing immunization documentation or you're experiencing issues with online reporting, here’s what to do:

No Reference Number? If you’ve reported vaccines online but lost the reference number, your child can still be registered.
No Ontario Health Card or Trouble Reporting Online? Call Peel Public Health (PPH) for help:
📞 905-791-5202 or 1-888-919-7800 (Caledon)
No Immunization Record? Call PPH and proceed with registration.
Seeking an Exemption?
1. Visit peelregion.ca/health/vaccinations/childcare-school
2. Call PPH for next steps and to get a reference number.
3. If the reference number is lost, registration can still proceed.

📣 Note: Students aged 16+ must give permission for PPH to speak with parents due to privacy laws.

🔗 Report immunizations online: peelregion.ca/health/vaccinations/report
📠 School-use fax numbers: 905-565-0793, 905-564-2149, or 905-565-0426

For Parents and Guardians Oct 2025_Elementary Middle.pdf

Let's Talk About Vaping - Parent and Caregiver Resource (EN).pdf

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Free Dental Screening for Students – 2025-2026 School Year

Peel Public Health and Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health will be offering free dental screenings for select grades in DPCDSB elementary schools this year. A registered dental hygienist will conduct a quick check of students’ oral health to identify any urgent dental needs.

To support follow-up care, schools will share updated parent contact information with public health authorities, in line with privacy legislation. Parents will receive details directly from their child’s school and may opt out if they do not wish their child to participate.

For more information, visit: Peel Region School Dental Screening

COMMUNITY INFORMATION BULLETIN Free Dental Screening September 2025.pdf

Thrive_in_Community_-_September_2025.pdf

https://guardianangelsbr.archtoronto.org/en/sacraments/first-reconciliation--first-holy-communion-eucharist/the-sacraments-of-first-reconciliation--first-holy-communion/

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Parish News - Guardian Angels

Sacramental Registration for 2025–2026: First Holy Communion & Confirmation

We are pleased to announce the early launch of online registration for the 2025–2026 Sacraments of First Holy Communion and Confirmation.

Please share the links below with all parents—especially those of incoming Grade 2 and Grade 7 students

🗓️ Registration Deadline: Sunday, September 21, 2025

Parents are required to submit additional documentation when attending the Mandatory Parent Information, Formation & Retreat sessions. Dates for these sessions are available on the parish website and included in the online registration form.

📌 Important Dates:
The schedule for catechism classes and other key dates are posted on our parish website and accessible via the links below.

📧 For inquiries, please direct parents to email the Sacramental Preparation Ministry at:
gapsacramentalpreparation@gmail.com
Please do not contact the parish office directly

🔹 First Holy Communion

🔹 Confirmation

https://guardianangelsbr.archtoronto.org/en/sacraments/confirmation/confirmation--at-guardian-angels-parish/

As we enter the summer months, we hope you find time for rest, renewal, and moments with loved ones. May the Lord continue to bless your work, and may the Holy Spirit guide your steps as you prepare for the year ahead.

Punctuality Matters - Arriving On-TIme

⏰ Building Strong Habits: The Importance of Being on Time

"The way we spend our time defines who we are." – Jonathan Estrin

Arriving on time sets the tone for a successful day. When students begin their day with their classmates, they benefit from important routines, a calm start, and full access to instructional time.

Morning Routine Reminder:

Supervision begins at 8:45 AM
School entry is at 9:00 AM

Late arrivals can make it harder for students to settle in, stay engaged, and keep up with learning. Punctuality helps build strong habits that support academic success and personal responsibility.

To support a smooth start to the day:

Ensure your child arrives before 9:00 AM
Use designated entry doors with classmates—not the front entrance
Establish consistent morning routines and plan ahead

Let’s work together to build lifelong habits that help our students thrive.

Safe Arrival (School Messenger)

The new student absence reporting system from School Messenger will let parents/guardians use a mobile app, web site, or an interactive toll-free phone line to report an absence in advance. It will be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to make it convenient for parents/guardians to report future absences.

https://go.schoolmessenger.com/

It is the expectation that all students arrive on time and are prepared for class. Promptness and regularity are desirable attendance patterns and by instilling such habits early in life, it is hoped that punctuality and reliability will be traits that will be a part of the future of each of our students. Late arrival, not only disturbs the class & interrupts learning, but also means that your child is missing important instructional time.

LATE STUDENTS MUST BE BUZZED IN AT THE FRONT DOOR and are required to check in at the Office.

School Cash Online

Online Payment System – the option to pay school related fees online. Refer to the Online Payment icon on our school webpage or the DPCDSB webpage to register for the option to pay school fees online. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, there will be no cash transactions this year.

https://dpcdsb.schoolcashonline.com

Student Information Collection Notice

The DPCDSB collects, uses, and shares student personal information to support student achievement, well-being, and safety, in accordance with the Education Act and MFIPPA. This includes routine uses such as academic support, health services, school activities, and safety measures. Parents/guardians may raise concerns or opt out of specific uses by contacting the school principal.

See the attached Community Information Bulletin below for more details.

Student Information Collection Notice.pdf