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School Newsletter for October 24
Prayer
Loving God,
We thank You for the gift of working together as one community.
Bless our partnerships—with families, staff, and friends of our school—so that through cooperation and understanding, we may help every child grow in faith, knowledge, and kindness.
Guide us to listen with open hearts, support one another with patience, and celebrate the many gifts each person brings.
May our shared efforts reflect Your love and strengthen our St. Dominic family each day.
Haunted House
Get ready for a frightfully fun time! Our Grade 6 students are hard at work preparing a haunted house for the entire school to enjoy next Friday. This exciting fundraiser will feature thrills and chills tailored to be age-appropriate for all our students. They will also be selling delicious cotton candy ($2), so come on out and support our Grade 6 students!
Spirit Week
Our first Spirit Week is next week! A huge shout out to our Spirit Squad for organizing! You will find the calendar of events here.
The Importance of school attendance
Every school day is a building block for your child's future, laying the foundation for both academic achievement and crucial social skills. When students are consistently present, they unlock valuable learning opportunities and maintain a steady flow in their educational journey. Even occasional late arrivals or early departures can interrupt this rhythm, potentially impacting their ability to fully grasp concepts and engage meaningfully with their peers and teachers. Let's collaborate to ensure every child experiences the full benefits of an uninterrupted school day.
Reminder - Allergies
A reminder that we are a peanut, nut, sesame, fish and shellfish (including shrimp) free school. Please do not send food containing any of these allergens. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping everyone safe.
Reporting your child’s absence
Please be sure to inform the office of your child’s absence, either by calling the school at 613-424-3760 or by email at dominic@ocsb.ca. Informing of us of your child’s absence is extremely helpful and also avoids an unnecessary attendance call from our automated service. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Student Illness
Please do your part to help prevent the spread of common illnesses by following Ottawa Public Health guidelines if your child is sick. Students can return to school when they are fever-free (without fever-reducing medication) AND their symptoms have been improving for 24 hours. If they are experiencing symptoms of gastroenteritis (vomiting/diarrhea), they should stay home until they are 48 hours symptom-free.
Lunch Box
If you would like to order from FB burrito (Tuesdays) and / or Subway (Wednesdays) please remember to complete your order before noon on Sunday. There is an option to order for a week at a time or to place an order for multiple weeks. If you would like to place an order please visit School Cash Online.
School Council News
Next Meeting: Join us on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at the school. All parents and guardians are welcome. We hope to see you there!
Pizza Day: Our first pizza day of session 1 was a success. The next pizza day is Thursday, October 30, 2025.
Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest: Our annual St. Dominic School Council Pumpkin Carving Contest is back! Submit a photo of your carved pumpkin by midnight on October 31, 2025, for a chance to win one of two Indigo gift cards. Enter here: https://forms.gle/6UsBK8STcZ3ioeyQ8
Good Shepherd Parish News
Refresh, Renew, Respond: Is your child preparing for First Communion and Reconciliation this year? If so, you may want to participate in an interactive adult faith program that will be held on the same dates and times as the children’s preparation classes. Each session is one hour in length, beginning after the 11:15am mass. The 4 sessions include: Building the Relationship, Sacrament of Reconciliation, The Mass, The Eucharist. Please RSVP by October 19th at cgsgoodshepherdottawa@gmail.com for the first session on October 26th. A light lunch will be provided.
Christmas Craft Fair - Saturday, November 1st, 9am to 2pm: The Catholic Women's League at Good Shepherd Parish will be hosting their famous Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday, November 1st. Doors open at 9am and the event runs until 2pm. Grab a coffee and a muffin, and shop an array of items made by our many crafters. Visit our bake table full of delicious goodies and stop by our lunch room for a bowl of homemade soup. We look forward to seeing you there.
Good Shepherd Youth Group: Our parish youth group meetings are held on Fridays beginning at 7pm and ending at 8:30pm. Our weekly youth group gives students in grade 5 to grade 10 the opportunity to have a safe place to have fun, cultivate friendships and learn more about the Catholic faith. Our youth nights will consist of games, talks and snacks! We hope to see you soon!
Family Rosary: The Knights of Columbus Rosary Program, in association with the Pro-Life Group of Good Shepherd Parish, aims to build faithful families and communities, as well as a culture of life, through rosary prayer and devotion to Mary. All parishioners are invited to pray the rosary starting at 7pm on Tuesday, October 21st on Zoom. The Zoom session can be joined by running the Zoom app on your tablet, computer, or smart phone and entering Meeting ID: 947 8467 9616 and Passcode: 469494. Alternatively, you may use the following link: Family Rosary October 21st
St. Vincent de Paul: The St. Vincent de Paul truck will be at the church during and after each Mass on November 15th and 16th. They will be accepting all donations of gently used clothing and small household furnishings/ housewares. Thank you in advance for your loyal support to St Vincent de Paul Society at Good Shepherd Parish.
Upcoming Important Dates
Spirit Week: October 27th -31st
PD Day: November 7th
Remembrance Day Ceremony: November 11th
Progress Reports available on the Parent Portal: November 13th
Parent-Teacher Interviews: November 26th
Be sure to visit our school website regularly!
Here is a link to this year’s school board calendar.
“We are Called to Build Bridges”
“May we work together for unity in our communities, opening doors and building bridges in place of walls.”
Pope Leo
School Newsletter for October 8
Prayer
Dear Heavenly Father, we come before you with hearts full of gratitude. Thank you for the gift of life, for the love of our family and friends, and for the food that nourishes us. Thank you for your continuous blessings, both seen and unseen, and for your grace that guides us. Help us to always remember your goodness and to live with a thankful spirit in all circumstances. Amen.
Cross Country Event
Our junior cross country team truly shone at the east end meet this past Monday. Their dedication throughout September was evident, and we are incredibly proud of all our runners. A special congratulations goes to Mya (Grade 4) for her outstanding performance and to the Grade 4 girls' team for securing first place in their division.
Looking for Halloween Decorations
Our grade 6 team is still looking for gently used Halloween decorations. We will also accept donations of new Halloween decorations. Drop off your spooky decor to the Office.
Picture Day is approaching!
Our picture day is October 23rd.
Reminder - Allergies
A reminder that we are peanut, nut, sesame, fish and shellfish (including shrimp) free school. Please do not send food containing any of these allergens. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping everyone safe.
Reporting your child’s absence
Please be sure to inform the office of your child’s absence, either by calling the school at 613-424-3760 or by email at dominic@ocsb.ca. Informing of us of your child’s absence is extremely helpful and also avoids an unnecessary attendance call from our automated service. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
The Importance of school attendance
Regular school attendance is crucial for your child's academic success and social development. Consistent attendance ensures students don't miss valuable learning opportunities, as each day builds upon the last. Arriving late or leaving early, even occasionally, can disrupt their learning flow and also impact their ability to fully engage in social interactions with peers and teachers. Let's work together to ensure every child benefits from a full and uninterrupted school day.
Student Illness
Please do your part to help prevent the spread of common illnesses by following Ottawa Public Health guidelines if your child is sick. Students can return to school when they are fever-free (without fever-reducing medication) AND their symptoms have been improving for 24 hours. If they are experiencing symptoms of gastroenteritis (vomiting/diarrhea), they should stay home until they are 48 hours symptom-free.
Drop off / Pick up
We sincerely thank all parents who make the extra effort to park safely and responsibly, even when it means walking a bit farther—especially in less-than-ideal weather. Your courtesy toward other families and staff is truly appreciated.
Student and staff safety continues to be our top priority, and your cooperation plays a vital role in helping us maintain a safe and respectful environment for everyone.
Lunch Box
If you would like to order from FB burrito (Tuesdays) and / or Subway (Wednesdays) please remember to complete your order before noon on Sunday. There is an option to order for a week at a time or to place an order for multiple weeks. If you would like to place an order please visit School Cash Online.
School Council News
Pizza days are back! School Council is pleased to have our Pizza Lunch program back for the 2025 – 2026 school year. After a successful and delicious 2024 – 2025 school year, we will continue to order our pizza from The Dough Bros. They will deliver regular crust cheese or pepperoni pizza. We will also be offering a 3rd option this year - Gluten free cheese pizza.
Pizza will be offered EVERY OTHER THURSDAY on the following dates: Oct 16, Oct 30, Nov 13, Nov 27, Dec 11, Jan 8 and Jan 22 (a total of 7 lunches for this first session). The cost PER SLICE PER WEEK is $3.00 for regular crust cheese or $3.00 for regular crust pepperoni. Gluten free cheese is $4.00. Payment will be accepted until Thursday, October 9th at 11:59pm. No late payments/orders will be accepted. No refunds will be offered. Please direct all questions to info@stdominiccsc.com.
All parents are invited to join us for our next School Council Meeting, Tuesday, October 28th at 6:30.
The St. Peter HS School Council is hosting another Saved By the Bell this year. link to information
Good Shepherd Parish News
There is still time to register your child for First Reconciliation and First Communion and for Confirmation.
Upcoming Important Dates
PD Day: Friday, October 10th (no school for all OCSB students)
Thanksgiving: Monday, October 13th (school is closed)
Picture Day: October 23rd
Spirit Week: October 27th -31st (details to follow)
Here is a link to this year’s school board calendar.
“We are Called to Build Bridges”
“May we work together for unity in our communities, opening doors and building bridges in place of walls.”
Pope Leo
School Clothing / Spirit Wear
We are offering a group order for the school Spirit Wear.
Please shop the collection here.
Orders received by Monday, October 6th will be eligible for free shipping to the school. There is an option on the order form to not have the clothing distributed to the student, in case you want to make it a gift or surprise.
If you have any questions, please contact dominic@ocsb.ca
Information about Sacraments from Good Shepherd Parish
Please use these links to learn more about this year's Sacraments:
First Reconciliation and First Communion
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