School Bus Empty Seat Registration Now Open for 2023-24
The Empty Seat Registration is now open for the 2023-2024 school year
The Ottawa Student Transportation Authority (OSTA) is pleased to announce the launch of its Empty Seat (Courtesy Seating) Program.
Students who are in the walk zone due to distance to the school, attending a cross-boundary school or any other logistical reason can apply for an empty seat through OSTA. Parents and guardians are asked to complete the online application form and only submit one empty seat application per student in your household. OSTA is responsible for managing all applications, approvals and assignments for empty seats (courtesy seating) for OCDSB and OCSB students.
While empty seat applications are accepted throughout the school year, parents/guardians applying for transportation during the annual October review must submit their applications no later than Friday, September 22, 2023.
For more information about the Empty Seat (Courtesy Seating) Program or to submit an application, visit the OSTA website: www.ottawaschoolbus.ca/empty-seat/
Gradual Entry for Kindergarten 2023-24
Gradual Entry for Kindergarten 2023-24
In the fall, not all Kindergarten students start school on the same day.
Tuesday, September 5, 2023
First day of school for all Senior Kindergarten students (year 2 students).
Junior Kindergarten students (year 1 students) who are registered in the Extended Day Program (EDP) will come to school with their parents for their scheduled visit and their first day of school is Sept 6th. We will contact you to let you know what time your visit will take place,
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
First day of school for all Junior Kindergarten students who are registered in EDP.
All remaining Junior Kindergarten students (year 1 students) will come to school with their parents for their scheduled visit and their first day of school is Sept 7th. We will contact you to let you know what time your visit will take place.
Thursday, September 7, 2023
First day of school for all remaining Junior Kindergarten students.
School News for May, 2023
Dear St. Dominic Parents and Guardians,
It was good getting back to a regular routine this week. That said, all the special events that took place last week were great, too. It was wonderful seeing so many of you at our Mass, Muffin Breakfast, Open House and Book Fair. While Catholic Education Week is always busy, it is also very energizing - it was just what we all needed as we head into the final months of school.
God Bless and have a great weekend,
Paul Gautreau
Principal
SCHOOL CLIMATE SURVEY: Just a reminder that you have until May 15 to complete our School Climate Survey. Here’s the link: http://tiny.cc/StDominicParent It’s quick.
OFF SITE PERMISSION FORM: In June, many classes head to Vista Park as a special activity. You can give your child permission for outings like this in advance by completing the Off Site Permission Form located in the Parent Portal. Of course, When teachers plan these events, they will always let you know in advance.
GOOD SHEPHERD PARISH NEWS: For all the latest updates and information from Good Shepherd Parish, please see the Shepherd Parish Newsletter for Schools - May 2023.
NEW STUDENTS: Do you know someone with a school-aged child who is new to the area? Please let them know that children can now be registered for school in the fall. Simply have them give us a call at 613-424-3760 or visit our website at dom.ocsb.ca.
SACRAMENTS: Has your child received First Communion recently, or are they being Confirmed later this month? Email a photo to Dominic@ocsb.ca and we will add the photo to our “Daily News” to celebrate!
SCHOOL COUNCIL NEWS: Watch your child’s backpack for a flyer advertising the Year End Barbecue. It will be coming home very soon. Also, our School Council is planning a free popcorn day. Stay tuned for details.
CSPA EVENTS: The Catholic School Parents’ Association of Ottawa hosts informative sessions throughout the school year. To find out about upcoming events, please visit https://OttawaCSPA.eventbrite.ca
MARK YOUR CALENDAR:
May 12 ~ Freezie Friday
May15 ~ Grade 4 Bible Ceremony
May 18 ~ Pizza Day
May 18 @ 4:30 p.m. ~ Welcome to Kindergarten Evening
May 19 ~ Freezie Friday
May 22 ~ Victoria Day Holiday
May 23 ~ Sacrament of Confirmation @ The Good Shepherd Parish
May 26 ~ Freezie Friday
May 29 to June 2 ~ Grade 3 and 6 EQAO
June 1 ~ Pizza Day
June 1 ~ Family BBQ (School Council Evening Event)
June 2 ~ PD Day (No school for students)
June 6 ~ Track and Field team goes to OCSB Meet
June 15 ~ Year End Mass with Father Virgil (tentative).
June 15 Pizza Day
June 23 ~ Grade 6 Leavetaking Ceremony
June 28 ~ Last day of school
School Council Meetings
Dear St. Dominic Families,
Here is the link to the St. Dominic Catholic School Council Meeting Minutes for recent meetings.
Good Shepherd Parish News
Dear St. Dominic Families,
Here is the link to the Good Shepherd Parish Newsletter for Schools - May 2023.
Past Newsletters:
Kindergarten Registration Now On ~ January 2023
Dear St. Dominic Families,
Kindergarten registration is NOW ON! Children who will be four by December 31, 2023 may be registered to begin Junior Kindergarten at St. Dominic in September.
Simply click this link to REGISTER ONLINE NOW. When you register you will receive a special Kindergarten welcome package in the mail (while supplies last).
For more information...
Visit our Kindergarten webpage and take a virtual 3D tour of one of our Classrooms
Find out about Kindergarten at the OCSB
Call or email with your questions
Why register in January? We encourage parents to register their children as soon as possible so that we have plenty of time to hire staff, purchase supplies, and set up classrooms.
Please share this information with your neighbours and friends!