Welcome Back to School Flyer

Welcome back to a new school year at Resurrection! We are excited about working and learning alongside you and your children this year. Our goal is always to foster an academic, physical, social and emotional environment that is rooted in our Catholic faith. With a focus on Belonging, Teaching and Learning, and Wellness for all, we will continue to provide our students and families with the tools for realizing their fullest potential, while also instilling a life-long commitment to the community. Our Pastoral Theme this year is Becoming Artisans of Peace "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God." (Matthew 5:9)

As Principal, I look forward to working with you throughout the school year. Please feel free to phone, email (mdedominicis@bhncdsb.ca) or book an appointment. Correspondence such as newsletters, weekly updates, and calendars can be accessed through our website www.resurrectionbrantford.ca We look forward to celebrating your child’s successes and partnering with you to support their growth and address any questions or concerns that may arise throughout the year.

Together, we can make this a positive, successful, and faith-filled school year for every student. We are grateful for your continued support and look forward to working with you and your family.

We would like to take this opportunity to welcome Mrs. Mulroy, Mr. Tavernese, Mrs. McRae and Mr. McHutchion this year to our Resurrection team!

Mrs. Milson - Kindergarten

Mrs. Cottrill - Early Childhood Educator

Miss. Jagus - Grade 1/2

Miss Citino - Grade 3/4

Ms. MacNeil - Grade 4/5

Mr. Romany - Grade 6/7

Mrs. Zwierzak-Lowe - Grade 7/8

Mrs. McRae - FSL

Mrs. Mulroy - Special Education Resource

Mr. Hern - STEM Teacher

Mr. Bruce McHutchion - Educational Assistant

Mr. Tavernese - Library Technician

Mrs. DeDomincis - Principal

Mrs. Andree - Secretary

Ms. Rohr - Caretaker

As a reminder, parent vehicles are not permitted in the parking lot for drop off/pick up purposes or to park their vehicles. We have additional staff from the board office using some space in our school, so additional parking spots have been created for their use.

Although we pride ourselves on having an “open door”, we will operate the same as last year in order to ensure the safety of our students and staff. Parents and visitors will be permitted into the school BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Parents / caregivers are not permitted on the school yard. If you walk your child(ren), you will need to drop-off / pick up your child from the gates. If you walk your child(ren) from the back entry field you will need to drop from the fencing.

September 10 School Council Nomination Forms due

September 15 School cash online Forms due

September 17 Meet the Teacher event 5:30 - 7pm

September 17 School Council Meeting 7pm

September 22 Pizza Day

September 22 Picture Day

September 23 Jr and Sr Soccer Tournament (John Wright Field)

September 24 Subway

September 29 Pizza Day

September 30 Orange Shirt Day

Hot lunch will start on Tuesday, September 22nd. Hot lunch will be available on Tuesday & Thursday’s. Please remember that all hot lunch orders (pizza, subs, pasta) and field trip payments will only be available for purchase using our School Cash Online ordering & payment system. This will allow for easier ordering and maintenance of due dates. It is the school board’s preference to have all cash transactions made using School Cash Online.

SchoolCashOnline

Pay for and order pizza, pasta, trips etc. securely online! If you haven’t yet registered please do so at:

https://bhncdsb.schoolcashonline.com

Please remember cheques and cash are no longer accepted as a form of payment.

Access to the school calendar, newsletter, hot lunch forms, our "Weekly Updates" and other notes usually sent home are posted on the school website or sent home via email. Please make sure we have your current email address on file in order to receive these. Permission Forms will now be available to view and sign on School Cash Online.

Every year, the board/school requires certain forms to be signed annually. These forms have all been moved to School Cash Online to reduce paper. These forms include:

• Concussion Form
• Technology Use Agreement
• Notice of Collection & Use of Personal Information
• Makerspace Safety Contract (required for STEM)
• Walking Around the Neighbourhood Permission Form
• Personal Mobile Device Use
• Catholic School Code of Conduct

Once you have reviewed them online, please use the electronic signature feature to complete the process. These forms are required to be signed off by parents.

The safety and well-being of children in our care is of the utmost importance to the staff within our school. If your child has a prevalent medical condition that requires support or monitoring, we request that you contact the school as soon as possible to ensure that our staff have the necessary information to ensure your child is safe while at school.

The following are medical conditions that require a Plan of Care as determined by Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board policy and/or provincial legislation. The Plan of Care will be completed in collaboration with the school administrative team:

• Asthma – Please complete the Asthma Plan of Care

• Anaphylactic Reactions – Please complete the Anaphylaxis Plan of Care

• Diabetes – Please complete the Diabetes Plan of Care

• Epilepsy – Please complete the Epilepsy Plan of Care

If your child has any of the aforementioned conditions and you have not yet completed the required forms, please contact the school immediately to provide the necessary information and receive a copy of the required forms.

Please note: It is the responsibility of parents to notify schools of any medical concerns and to update the Plans of Care on an annual basis.

The staff at Resurrection School must follow Board procedures for the administration of medication during school hours. Authorization to provide such service must be made in writing by the parent on the appropriate form (obtained at the school or can be found on the Board’s website—www.bhncdsb.ca under policy No. 200.05). Only prescription drugs will be administered. Non-prescription drugs such as Tylenol and the like will not be administered to the students.

Children are encouraged to stay at school for both nutrition breaks or stay for the first nutrition break. The majority of students stay. Please let your child’s teacher know if your child will always be going home for second nutrition break, otherwise it is assumed your child will be staying at school. “Going out for lunch” is not permitted due to safety and logistical reasons. Rather two hot lunch days per week are provided by the school which can be ordered and paid for online.

Due to student and staff allergies, Resurrection School is a nut safe school.

Students are asked to bring lunches and snacks free of peanuts and tree nuts as well as products that have the “may contain peanuts/tree nuts” warning on them. Please read labels before sending food to school. Keep in mind not all packaging is clearly labeled with the warning. Truly, this is a life saving measure. If you have caregivers who provide your child with lunches or snacks you will need to share this information with them.

READ THE LABELS!

· That means there should be NO tree nuts & peanuts in the product.

· The item should also be made in a TREE NUT & PEANUT FREE FACILITY.

· The label can NOT say “May Contain Nuts” or made on equipment that also processes nuts, or anything similar.

***Please note that the use of peanut butter substitutes (e.g., WOW butter etc.) is not permitted. The reasoning behind this is that the peanut butter substitutes look and smell like peanut butter, which makes it difficult for staff to monitor as well as possibly causing anxiety for students with severe peanut allergies.

FOR YOUR INFORMATION:

· Peanuts: a member of the legume family and not related to tree nuts.

· Tree Nuts: Almonds, Brazil Nuts, Cashews, Chestnuts, Hazelnuts, Hickory Nuts, Macadamia Nuts, Pecans, Pine Nuts, Pistachios, Shea Nuts and Walnuts.

All classes have a corresponding virtual Brightspace environment. Your virtual classroom will be the place where teachers post information about classroom events, topics being covered, homework, etc. (information that can be viewed by all students and families). Most grades/marks for tests and assignments can also be viewed on Brightspace so you are able to monitor your child’s progress. If you are unsure of how to access this platform, please reach out to your child(ren)’s teachers. If the message is specific to just your child or family, the teacher will connect with you via the email address that we have on file at the school or by phone.

Each student should bring a pair of indoor and a pair of outdoor shoes to school in September. It is important to have a pair of non-marking indoor runners for gym use only. Please remember that flip flops and Crocs are not good footwear for school because they either slip on floors and get caught under doors providing little protection for children’s toes. These types of shoes are also not permitted for gym use. Running shoes are the best option. If your child cannot tie their shoelaces it is highly encouraged to purchase Velcro or no-tie running shoes.

The YMCA will once again be offering a before and after school program at our school. YMCA School Age Child Care gives parents peace of mind. The program is based out of the school the child attends, thereby providing them with a seamless day in one location. Every program is staffed by YMCA trained professionals, selected for their educational background and aptitude for working with children. The end result is a safe, nurturing environment to begin and end their day at school. The morning component allows children to ease into their day and the afternoon component strikes the perfect balance between structured activities and free play. Snacks are provided by the program and are served in accordance to Canada’s Food Guide. For more information please contact the Brantford Family YMCA at 519-752-6568 x 101.

The Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board does not provide accident insurance coverage for student injuries that occur on school premises or during school‑related activities. Accidents can and do happen. Some injuries may result in medical, dental, or other expenses that are not covered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) or employer group benefit plans. The Board makes available optional Accident and Life Insurance for students. Participation is voluntary and premiums are paid by the parent or guardian.

The insurance agreement is between the parent/guardian and Old Republic Insurance Company of Canada, through the insuremykids® program. This coverage is strongly recommended, particularly for students who participate in sports or extracurricular activities.

For full details, coverage options, and to apply directly, please visit www.insuremykids.com or call 1‑800‑463‑5437.

Student Accident Insurance Brochure PDF

If your child will be absent or late for school please use the SafeArrival system, you no longer need to contact the school.

You have 3 options to report an absence—you can download the mobile app;

use the website: https://home.schoolmessenger.ca

or call the toll free number 1-844-445-4381.

All options are available 24 hours/7 days a week. Future absences (vacation days) can be reported at any time.

We encourage parents to model the importance of punctuality and regular attendance for children which is important for student success. There is a direct correlation between children who are often late or absent and lowered academic achievement. All teachers begin the day with either Language or Math which are very important to a student’s success. We all want our children to do well in school and life, and punctuality and attendance is very important. Students who arrive after 8:45 am and enter through the main front doors are considered late.

If you wish to withdraw your child during the course of a day, please enter an ‘early dismissal’ using the Safe Arrival Messenger app.

In accordance with Board Policy, if parents wish to accompany their children on an out-of-school excursion or volunteer in the school they must have a current clear Police Clearance Certificate.

Certificates are valid for 5 years as long as Declarations are provided. Online AODA training also required.

Visit the school office for details.

New faces are always welcome on School Council! The School Council is an advisory board to the principal. It makes recommendations to the principal based on the general views of the school community concerning issues like faith development, the school calendar of events, and fundraising to name a few. Council members lead two fundraising activities per year. Meetings are at least 4 times per year at the school. Come out and learn about your school activities, share your talents, help in raising funds and meet other parents involved in the school community. Our first council meeting will be on Wednesday, September 17th at 7:00 p,m, following Meet the Teacher. If you are interested in being on School Council, please fill out a Nomination Form (pick up at the office or email Mrs. Andree at tandree@bhncdsb.ca to send one by email). The nomination form is available until Wednesday, September 10, 2026.

In order to ensure the safety of our children, parents/guardians are asked to please obey traffic signs and to park on the street only where permitted.

Please do not park in no parking zones. Parking in these zones causes visibility issues for students crossing the street.

Please ensure that you do not block the driveways of our neighbours as we have received some complaints in this regard in the past.

The parking lot is reserved for staff only.

Modesty and common sense are the main guidelines for the dress code that is in place. Schools rely upon the good judgment and support of parents/guardians in helping their children determine appropriate wear for school.

The BHNCDSB believes that proper dress for pupils and staff helps to create a positive and safe Catholic learning environment consistent with the mission and values of the Board. The responsibility for meeting the expectations of the Dress Code is primarily that of the parents/guardians of the students.

All students and staff attire must be in keeping with our Catholic teachings and beliefs, reflect principles of modesty, and shall not include the following:

· Short shorts/skirts, bare midriffs, halter tops, tank tops, etc.;

· Accessories such as spiked bracelets/necklaces or any externals not in keeping with the spirit of the dress code, as determined by the local school; and/or

· Language and/or representation on attire that indicates gang affiliation and/or depicts violence, profanity or discrimination of any kind whatsoever or that otherwise demeans an identifiable individual or group.

A teacher supervisor is on the playground from 8:30—8:45 a.m. in the morning. The students are encouraged to arrive during that time.

Parents walking students attending our KG Program are asked to drop them off at the fenced area adjacent to their classroom where they will be greeted by a staff member.

Students should not enter or exit the school using the front door. All students will enter/exit through the playground doors.

St. Pius X Parish Community

9 Waverly Street, Brantford

519.753.8439

www.stpius.ca