Newsletter Date: June 1, 2015 Volume 10, Issue 10

St. Pius X Newsletter

June 2015

St. Pius X Catholic School 71 Jane Street

Toronto, ON, M6S 3V3 Phone: 416-393-5237

Fax: 416-397-6084

Principal: L. Sposato

Vice-Principal:

A. Iwasykiw

Secretary: S. Pereira

Clerk Typist:

O. Bono

Superintendent: Dr. Jim Saraco, 416-222-8282

Trustee:

Barbara Poplawski, 416-512-3410

Parish:

St. Pius X Catholic Church 2305 Bloor St. W.

416-767-1859 Fr. MK Park

Masses:

Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am

11:00 am

Entrance and Dismissal:

9:00 am Entry 10:45 am Recess

12:05 pm Lunch Hour 1:05 pm Entry

2:10 pm Recess 3:30 pm Dismissal

Prayer at the End of the School Year

For everything there is a season, And a time for every matter under heaven,

A time to be born, and a time to die; A time to plant, and a time to pluck what is planted;

A time to break down, and a time to build up; A time to weep, and a time to laugh;....

A time to keep, and a time to throw away;.... A time to keep silence, and a time to speak.

(Ecclesiastes 3:1-7)

At the end of this school year, as we reflect upon the past ten months, we are grateful for the many blessings we have

experienced as a school. We thank you, God for the time

that we have spent together.

We ask pardon for all of the wrongs we have done, and for any good we have neglected to do. We ask for your contin-

ued care and guidance throughout the summer months.

We ask this in the name of Your Son,

Jesus.

Amen.

Dear Parents/Guardians,

It is hard to believe that the final days of this school year are almost upon us!

I would like to take this op-portunity to thank all of the St. Pius X Catholic School community – students, par-ents and staff – for ensur-ing a wonderful year for all. Your support and assis-tance throughout the course of the school year have guaranteed that the

many initiatives and events that make our school such a special place continue to flourish and grow.

St. Pius X is a very special place! The tremendous school spirit and enthusi-asm evidenced by all are testament to it!

Sincerely,

L. Sposato

Principal

Report Cards Report cards will be com-ing home on Tuesday, June 23, 2015. Please try to return page 3 of the report to us for Thursday,

June 25, 2015.

TCDSB School Year Calendar 2015-2016 Please find attached the 2015-2016 TCDSB School Year Calendar. Please do keep this for your refer-

ence for next year.

missal. Our graduates and families will be convening at 6:15 pm at St. Pius X Parish for a Family Mass starting at 6:30 pm, fol-lowed immediately by Graduation Ceremony.

SK Graduation Dear parents, please note that our SK Graduation has changed to June 22nd, due to conflict of events. Please do join us, if you are availa-ble, on June 22nd, in our gym. Further information will

Grade 8 Graduation Our Grade 8 students will

be recognized at our year-end school Mass at 9:30 am on Tuesday, June 16th, 2015. Please do join us, if you are so able, to acknowledge our graduat-ing class. Our grade 8 stu-dents will celebrate their graduation at Montecassino Banquet Hall on Thursday June 18th with a catered lunch and dance from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm dis-

soon follow. We are proud of our SK stu-dents as they continue their

learning journey.

September 2015 If you are leaving our fine community and not returning for September 2015 and have not yet had the oppor-tunity to inform us, please call and let us know. We will soon begin class reviews and student placements, and this information would be

very helpful. Thank you.

From the Office

“Happy are

those who

have not

seen, yet still

believe.”

John 20:29

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September 2015 Student Placements

At the end of June, staff will begin the process for deter-mining student placements for September 2015. When generating class lists, some of the criteria include: aca-demic ability (specifically in English and Mathematics, as well as overall achieve-ment), individual work hab-its, student skills, maturity and social factors. We look

to create classes that have a balance of gender and ability, as well as other needs. Should there be specific information that you wish to share with us (recent assessment results, medical concerns, etc.), please provide this infor-mation in writing to the of-fice. Our decisions are made only after careful consideration of all the in-formation and are based on the needs of each child

balanced with the common good of the entire school community. We are looking to minimize disruptions but, as always, look to your understanding and flexibility should the need arise to address classroom changes. Our staffing is tentative and changes can take place between our tentative class placements and the first day of school (and some-times even thereafter).

St. Pius X TEAM MAYA

Once again this year, on Sunday May 10th, 2015, our St. Pius TEAM MAYA participated in the Sport-ing Life 10K Run, to hon-our Maya’s inspiration and courage, and in support of

Camp Ooch. Many St. Pius staff, stu-dents, and parents, includ-ing the Kim Family, and our very own student, Ma-ya, formed and participat-ed in this 10 K run down

Yonge Street, all wearing their purple Maya Team

shirt. Together, TEAM MAYA raised over $8,000 for Camp Ooch, enough to send at least six children to camp for an entire

week! Special thanks Ms. Arbelle Manicate-Emo and to Ms. Linda Acton for their lead-ership and commitment in organizing this event, the St. Pius X Running Club, and in finding so many

willing and eager partici-

pants. Our Running Club certain-ly helped our students train for this special event, and brought much pride in the accomplishments Team Maya was able to

accomplish together.

Congratulations to ALL!

thanks from our St. Pius staff to the many parent volunteers who will be volunteering their time to cook, to set-up or to clean

-up. Warm and heartfelt thanks to Ms. Jennifer Janke- Wasiuk for organizing this now traditional, and much

looked forward to event!

Staff Appreciation Luncheon

St. Pius staff will enjoy a delicious luncheon on June 15th, prepared and hosted by our CSPC members. Many parent volunteers not only pre-pare the delicious food, but also make themselves available for setting up, clean up and or supervi-sion, as staff enjoy their gourmet lunch. Sincerest

On behalf of our St. Pius X School

Community...

To our St. Pius X CSPC !

On Friday, May 29th our students participated in another successful Civ-vies Day. Once again, we truly appreciate the gener-osity of our parent com-munity for their ongoing support of the St Pius X

Cancer Fund. A generous total was col-lected on this day and donated to the Princess Margaret Cancer Founda-

tion. The last Civvies Day for

this school year will take place on Friday June 19th and all proceeds will be directed to support the

Starlight Wish Foundation. We sincerely thank you and appreciate all of you for your commitment to this project over the many years, as witnessed

through your generosity. A BIG thank-you to all!

St. Pius X Cancer Fund - Civvies Day

Civvies Day on Friday, April 24th was dedicated in support of the Child-hood Canada Cancer Foundation. Formerly known as the Childhood Cancer Foundation - Can-

dlelighters Canada. A non-profit organization established to help chil-dren and families dealing

with cancer.

“The

contributions

of Parent

Volunteers

enrich the life

of our school

and students.”

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St. Pius Me to We Committee Initiative

The St. Pius Me to We Committee continue to be actively involved in a num-ber of events. On May 3rd, 4th, and 5th, many of our grade 7 and 8 students participated on a leadership retreat to Camp Olympia. This retreat, host-ed by TCDSB, saw students from many schools across our board come together and take part in various collaborative leadership workshops, all focussing on

directing new found skills towards helping others in our community and beyond. Our students also had the opportunity to get to know other students from various schools within our board. Motivational speaker D.O. (Defy the Odds), a Canadi-an Rapper came to speak to the students and educate them on anti-bulling/anti-violence promotion, peer pressure, leadership, and working at one’s peak per-formance. St. Pius X lead-ers also competed in a Lip

Syncing and a school video contest. St. Pius proudly finished in second place in the Lip Syncing contest, and finished in FIRST place in the School Video contest. Some of our stu-dents were also honoured with awards for being out-standing campers…Congratulations to Hannah, Olivia N., and Daniel S. Our students were great ambassadors of St. Pius and our entire community is proud of all our future lead-ers!

Angel Hair for Kids (A Child’s Voice Foundation). This organization provides quality wigs and hair re-placements to financially disadvantaged children who have experienced medical hair loss. Many generous

The Great Scissor Event St. Pius X hosted its seventh “Great Scissor Event” on May 11th, 2015. Organized by Ms. Bannon (EA), she invited members of our com-munity to cut and donate 12”/30 cm of their hair for

student and adult volunteers came forward, including our special participants, Officer

Berridge. Warm thanks to our St. Pius school community for your

generosity !

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“Take action

against the

serious issues of

poverty in our

world.”

First Holy Communion

and Confirmation

On May 3rd, our St. Pius X students received the sacra-ment of First Holy Commun-ion. Our grade 8 students followed by receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation on May 24th, 2015.

Many thanks to our cele-brant Fr. Park, and to our staff and parents who contin-ue to guide our students along their spiritual journey as they grow closer to God. To our students and families we wish you our warmest

congratulations !

May School Rosary On May 28th, our school community finished the month of May in prayer by reciting the Rosary as a school community. It is said that the Holy Rosary is one of the most important gifts to

the world from Mother Mary. Through the intercession of Mother Mary to Jesus, our prayers were dedicated to all those in our school commu-nity, especially those in need. Special thanks to Ms. Fatigati, Ms. Chown and all the grade 2 students that led

us in prayer.

Ms. Medeiros, Mr. Vale Mr. Catalano, and Mr. Barber…BRAVO !

WANTED: St. Pius X Library Detectives Needed

It is hard to believe that sum-mer holidays are right around the corner. This means, it is time to get our Library books returned to the library and organized for next year. I am asking that everyone please place their detective hats on and search every-

Congrats to Hannah C. for earning two medals: Silver in the 800m and Bronze in the 400m. Congratulations also to Shane, Davis and the grade 7 girls relay team who placed 4th in their events. Special thanks to our par-ent volunteers and the many coaches who put in the time to coach our ath-letes: Mrs. Chown, Ms. Bannon, Mrs. Brissette,

where and anywhere St. Pius X library books may be hiding. We need all of the library books returned by Friday June 19th, 2015. This will guarantee that the cataloguing and automation of our books will be ready for next year. Your co operation and under-standing in this endeavour is appreciated.

Thank you!

Your Librarian, K. Brissette

al Meet, our team placed SECOND! St. Pius X then moved to the City Tournament, and participated in eleven dif-ferent events. St. Pius finished 21st city wide, a great accomplish-ment for all the hard work, dedication and efforts! St. Pius athletes compet-ing at the city level includ-ed: Davis S. (1500m),

Levent H. (800m), Evelyn R. (800m), Frannie F. (relay), Caroline B. (relay), Hannah C. (800m, 400m and relay), Kate W. (high jump and relay), Cynthia N. (relay), Elijah M. (800m), Molly R-B. (400m), Shane A. (high jump), and Efe E. (shot put).

St. Pius Track & Field Team Events CONGRATULATIONS to all our Track and Field athletes! The St. Pius X Track and Field team met with much success this year. All of the athletes should be proud of their accomplish-ments this year! At the Divisional Meet, our St. Pius team placed FIRST, and at the Region-

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Catholic Education Week: Music Concert and Art Gallery On May 6th, 2015, our JK to Grade 8 students, staff and parent community celebrat-ed Catholic Education Week through music and art. As a school community we grow in our faith in the nurturing atmosphere of our Catholic community, our parish, and our home. This was evident more than ever as we en-joyed the Grade 8 instru-mental Band and our St. Pius Choir sing and play a variety of melodies and gen-

res, everything from Gospel

to jazz to Broadway. Special thanks to Ms. Sauro and Mr. Fedak for their dedi-cation, commitment, and hours of practice, resulting in

an enjoyable concert. Our Art Gallery walk allowed us to witness our students

creative art pieces. Thank-you to our staff and students for your hard work. To our parent community, thank-you for your support and partnership. This was an event that truly witnessed St. Pius, “Explore the Paths

of Joy”.

“The faith of

those who

live their faith

is a serene

faith. ”

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tion by bringing the

Gospel spirit into every

aspect of their lives.

This is how we become

true witnesses to

Christ, extend the king-

dom of God and build a

more humane world.

“The faith of those

who live their faith is

a serene faith. What you long for will be given you;

what you love will be

yours forever.”

St. Leo the Great

As we prepare for the

end of the school year,

we are focussing this

month on the virtue of Faithfulness. As we

send our students off

for a summer of fun

and relaxation and our

graduates off into the

wider world, we have

faith that they will re-

turn to us safely to

begin another year. The quote from John’s

gospel reminds us,

“Happy are those

who have not seen,

yet still believe” (John

20:29). We will encourage our

students to continue to

put their faith into ac-

Virtue of the Month - June is Faithfulness

St. Pius X Newsletter Volume 10, Issue 10: June 1, 2015

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St. Pius X Catholic School 71 Jane Street

Toronto, ON, M6S 3V3 Phone: 416-393-5237

Fax: 416-397-6084

Upcoming Events

June 3 & 17, 2015 Pizza Day

June 9 & 11, 2015 Gr. 2-3 & 4-5 Bike Rodeo!

June 10-12, 2015 Grade 8 Trip to Ottawa

June 10 & 24, 2015 Lunch Lady

June 10, 2015 CSPC Meeting @7:00 pm

June 15, 2015 CSPC Staff Appreciation

Luncheon

June 16, 2015 School Year End Mass @

9:30 am St. Pius Church

June 23, 2015 Report Cards sent HOME

June 24 & 25, 2015 Pan Am Play Day Games

Special Dates

EQAO, CAT/4 Testing May 25 to June 4

June 5th - PA DAY June 18th - Grade 8

Graduation, Lunch, Ceremonies

June 22nd - SK Graduation June 26th - LAST Day of

School! September 8, 2015 - First

Day Back to School!

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TORONTO CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

TRUSTEES 2014-2015

Wards 1. Peter Jakovcic, 416-512-3401 2. Ann Andrachuk, 416-512-3402

Chair

3. Sal Piccininni, 416-512-3403 Vice-Chair

4. Patrizia Bottoni, 416-512-3404 5. Maria Rizzo, 416-512-3405 6. Frank D’Amico, 416-512-3406 7. John Del Grande, 416-512-3407 8. Garry Tanuan, 416-512-3408 9. Jo-Ann Davis, 416-512-3409 10. Barbara Poplawski,

416-512-3410

11. Angela Kennedy, 416-512-3411 12. Nancy Crawford, 416-512-3412

Hannah McGroarty, Student Trustee

Chris MacDonald, Student Trustee Student Trustee, 416-512-3413