Prayer

Dear God, as the flowers bloom and the days grow longer, fill my heart with hope. Help me to see the beauty in each day and to grow in Your love. Amen.                                                         

Next Year

To help with our planning for the upcoming school year, please inform us if your child will not be attending St. Dominic school next year. This includes students who may be moving out of our school boundaries or transferring to another school. Please contact the school office with this information.  Thank you in advance for your attention to this. 

Updating / Confirming your Information

Parents and guardians are asked to take a moment and log into the Parent Portal to verify the school has the correct address, phone number and email address for all contacts. It is important that we be able to reach you. If there have been any changes, please complete the "OCSB Student Verification Form" (on the portal), or email the school at dominic@ocsb.ca

Grade 3 and Grade 6 EQAO Reminder

Reminder for parents of Grade 3 and 6 students: Provincial literacy and numeracy assessments (EQAO) will take place from May 27th to May 30th. To ensure a smooth testing experience, please ensure your child arrives at school on time and avoids absences during this period. HERE is a resource on how to support your child before and during EQAO testing. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Jump Rope for Heart

Our Jump Rope for Heart Fundraiser is in full swing.  Thank you to those who have already donated or who have solicited donations.  Students are having fun getting active and learning EASY healthy habits in preparation for our Jump Event Day, Friday, May 23rd.   Register today by creating a personal fundraising page for your child/student (here’s how), at: https://jumpropeforheart.crowdchange.ca/88389 Thank you to those families who have already donated to this worthy cause!  

Language School

From July 2 to August 1, the OCSB will be offering free International Language classes for students from JK to Grade 8. These engaging classes run Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., giving children the opportunity to learn a new language or strengthen the language of their home in a fun and social environment. All students are welcome—no prior language experience required!

Languages offered at St. Dominic School this summer include: Kurdish, Mandarin (Simplified), Russian, and Spanish.

Looking for a full-day option? Families can also register for a paid Afternoon Camp, which runs directly after the morning language program.

For more information on the Summer 2025 International Languages Elementary (ILE) program, including afternoon camp details and registration, please visit: https://conted.ocsb.ca/summer-programs/summer-international-languages-elementary/

We look forward to a summer full of learning and fun!

Kindergarten Registrations

We are still accepting registrations for kindergarten for the 2025-2026 school year. If you have a child who will be starting kindergarten, we encourage you to register them as soon as possible. Please spread the word to your friends and family who may also have children ready for kindergarten. We can't wait to welcome your little ones to our school community!  Registrations are to be completed and submitted online and can be found using the following link.  

Arriving to school on time is important

Being on time for school is essential for student success. Chronic lateness adds up to missed learning opportunities, making it harder for students to keep up with lessons and engage fully in class. Arriving on time helps set a positive tone for the day, promoting responsibility and good habits that will benefit students beyond the classroom. While we understand that some appointments cannot be scheduled outside of school hours, we encourage families to prioritize punctuality whenever possible to support student learning and success. School yard gates are closed at the morning bell to ensure that students are properly supervised as they enter in the morning. Late arriving students will need to sign in at the office with their parents.

Drop off / Pick up

A reminder that the parking lot and the bus lane are not accessible to parents at the start of the day between 8:50 and 9:15 and again at the end of the day between 3:20 and 3:45.   If you are driving your child during these peak hours, please park on the side streets and walk.  Your cooperation is keeping everyone safe.

Reporting your child’s absence

A friendly reminder to please inform the office of your child’s absence, either by calling the school at 613-424-3760 or by email at dominic@ocsb.ca. 

School Council News

Our next School Council meeting is Thursday, May 15th at 6:30.  All parents are welcome to attend.  

Save the date!  Our School Picnic and Fun Fair is scheduled for Thursday, June 5th.  More details will be shared shortly.

Exciting news! Jump Rope for Heart kicked off at our school on April 22, 2025! Get ready for this year’s campaign that puts the “fun” in “fundraising”! Last year, our Jump Rope for Heart Event Day was a huge success. In total, nearly 880,000 students across Canada jumped to support lifesaving research. A big thank you to everyone who participated. With your family’s help, this year’s Jump will fly even higher – aiming for our school fundraising goal of $25,000! 

Leading up to Jump Event Day, we will be having fun getting active and learning EASY healthy habits – stay tuned for more details to come. Don’t miss out, register today by creating a personal fundraising page for your child/student (here’s how), at: https://jumpropeforheart.crowdchange.ca/88389  

April 3rd Newsletter

Prayer

Wonderful Savior, please help us to use this newly revived springtime season to revive a newness in our hearts, our school, our homes, and in our lives. Help us to be more loving, generous, and thoughtful. Remind me of the beauty of spring, and what new beginnings mean. Present us with situations where we can support others and show compassion to those most in need.                                                                

Lenten Project

This year, St. Dominic’s Leten Project will raise money for donation to the Right to Play organization. Specifically, we will be donating money that supports play in Indigenous communities across Canada. 

Gr. 6 Students from Mrs. Cosgrove and Mrs. Sapinski’s classes have been designing kindness clothespins which they will be selling to students on Wednesday, April 9th. Cost: $2 for 3 pins 

Students will be encouraged to give away or exchange their pins with each other during our school wide designated pin exchange. Students may purchase more than 3 pins. All proceeds will be donated to Right to Play. 

Right To Play works with more than 70 Indigenous communities to improve access to community-led, culturally relevant play-based programs that empower First Nations, Inuit, and Métis.

Thank you for your support in raising funds for this year's Lenten Project!

Mrs. Cosgrove and Mrs. Sapinski

Easter Mass

Our Easter Mass will be held on April 24th at 11:00 AM. Parents are warmly invited to attend.

A Message from our Eco Club - Battery Recycling Challenge

Get ready to power up your recycling efforts! Our school is thrilled to announce our participation in the Ontario Schools Battery Recycling Challenge (OSBRC) which runs until May 9, 2025. This exciting competition, organized by Environmental 360 Solutions Ltd., aims to educate our students and families about the importance of proper battery recycling. By collecting single-use batteries, we'll be contributing to a greener environment and competing for fantastic prizes! Students can even participate in fun online missions for a chance to win gift cards and a family trip to Great Wolf Lodge. Please support our efforts by sending in your used batteries, remembering to tape the terminals on 6V, 9V, button cell, and primary lithium batteries. For more details and to register your child for the Student Missions, visit ww.rawmaterials.com/ontario-school-recycling-challenge/student/. 

Let's work together to make a positive impact!

Free French Tutoring

The Canadian Parents for French is offering free virtual French tutoring,  Please visit the following for more information and to register.  

Allergy School Policy

A reminder that the school’s allergy policy is in place to keep students and staff safe. Please remember that we never allow peanuts, nuts, fish, shellfish or sesame products. This includes sesame seeds on buns or bagels and hummus, which has tahini (a sesame product) as a main ingredient. Thank you for your diligence with this matter.

Spring has Arrived!

Spring is here, and with it comes the joys of rain, puddles, and mud! To ensure your child(ren) can fully enjoy outdoor activities, please send them to school dressed appropriately for the weather. Consider rain boots, waterproof jackets, and layers.

April 1st Presentation

Students from K-6 were fortunate to have a guest speaker, Aubrey Noronha provide an engaging and thought provoking presentation on “Truths about Skin Colour”  Aubrey was able to capture the attention of young and older students as we all reflected on the wonderful truth that we are all part of one big human family. 

Reporting your child’s absence

A friendly reminder to please inform the office of your child’s absence, either by calling the school at 613-424-3760 or by email at dominic@ocsb.ca. 

Lunch Box

You can still order lunch for your child from FB Burrito (Tuesdays) and Subway (Wednesdays). Place your order by 12pm each Sunday, either weekly or for multiple weeks in advance.

School Council News

Your school Council is organizing a Family Paint Night on Wednesday, April 30th at 6pm.   Space is limited so be sure to reserve your seat via School Cash Online.  Cost is $5 per person.  

Our next School Council will be Tuesday, April 15th at 6:30.  

St Peter School Council Invitation -Saved by the Bell Dance Party

The St. Peter’s School Council is organizing a Throwback Dance Party.  Adults who are interested in attending can purchase tickets using the following link.

Important Upcoming Dates

Friday, April 4th: PD Day (no school for students)

Tuesday, April 15th: School Council Meeting

Friday, April 18th: Good Friday (school is closed)

Monday, April 19th: Holy Monday (school is closed)