Newsletter - St. Clair Catholic District School Board

PRINCIPAL: L. CALLAGHAN
VICEPRINCIPAL: S. DAUDLIN
SECRETARY: C. CUDNEY
January Newsletter 2015
Christ The King Catholic School
Director of Education:
Mr. D. Parr
Superintendent:
Ms. D. Crawford
A Message from the CTK Administration Team
Happy New Year from the Admin. Team at Christ the King. We are very excited to be
star ng our new year at this wonderful school. Christ the King now has a vice principal and principal as part of the school team. Mrs. Daudlin will be in the building on
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday a ernoons in the role of Vice Principal, as Mrs.
Callaghan will be involved with some board-level project work. We are both thrilled
to be coming to Christ the King. Mrs. Daudlin is coming to us from St. Ursula and Mrs.
Callaghan is moving from St. Joseph in Chatham. Both of us have worked at many
schools and also have system level experience on the Curriculum Team. We look forward to mee ng all of you– please feel free to stop in to the office and say hello. Our
doors are always open!
December Good News Award Winner—Compassion
Congratulations to the following students: Daniel L., Ashley J., Jonathan L., Ashley McP., Braydon McF.
The students will be working on their virtue of Responsibility for the month of
January.
The Ontario Catholic Graduate ExpectaƟon focus for January is “ I have responsibiliƟes!”
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Parish News
Thursday, January 15th – 10 a.m. Mass – Christ the King School in the gym
Focus
Saturday, January 17th – 2nd Super Saturday at OLHC Parish Centre from 9:45-2pm
Sunday, January 18th – R.O.C. Mass of Commitment at 12:30 p.m. Lifeteen Mass; Uno
on
Tournament follows!
Catholicity
See you
at
Sunday
Mass!
Parent
Council
Epiphany
The Feast of the Epiphany is celebrated on January 6. This feast commemorates the visit of the wise men to worship the baby Jesus. During the season
of Epiphany we remember and recognize Jesus as God by many people in
our Sunday readings: the magi, John the Baptist, Jesus’ disciples, and Christians in every age, including our own. It is a time for rededicating ourselves to
our own ministries and our missionary task – to continue the spread of Jesus’
light in the world.
Parent Advisory Council
Come out to our next Council Meeting on Monday Jan. 12th at
5:30
Corner
Inclement Weather
WE ARE ZONE 5
Students who are not bussed are expected at school...learning
continues often with more opportunity for one on one with the teacher
If busses are cancelled due to SNOW , busses will NOT run at the end of the day.
For bus information go to:
Listen to:
CKSY FM 94.3 CFCO AM 630
CXSY FM 99.1
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http://www.schoolbusinfo.com
Need Daycare ?
Family Centre Childcare Centre
Full day and before / a er School Programs.
For more informaƟon please contact
Darlene at 519-627-7771.
Thinking about MATH
How to help your child with problem solving:
One of the main reasons for studying mathematics is to develop the ability to solve problems. Problem solving is the process
of applying what we already know to new and unfamiliar situations. By learning mathematics through problem solving, children can develop critical and creative thinking skills.
How Can Parents Help?
• Be enthusiastic. Let your child see how excited you are about solving a problem.
• Provide time and talk about problem solving. Be patient with your child. Let them work at
their own pace. Talk, talk, talk! Talk about options, strategies and ideas for problem solving.
• Ask Questions. A well timed question can open up your child’s thinking about the problem at hand and often help them
remember what he/she learned in class.
• Reinforce risk taking. Children need a great deal of security to risk being wrong. When they
begin to realize that they can learn from their mistakes, they will try harder to complete the
problem.
• Reward perseverance. Instant success is not always possible in learning mathematics. Encourage children to keep trying
by asking them questions that will lead them in the right direction.
• Use children’s experiences. As often as possible, base problems on children’s everyday experiences at school and at
Christmas in MuskokaFundraiser
Christmas in Muskoka was a huge success once again. This year we
raised over $80 000.00! This money will be used to offset the cost
of the grade 7 students’ cost to attend camp in the spring.
Thanks to all families for supporting this event.
Start thinking of a theme for our CTK tree for 2015!
SUPPORT CTK KINGDOM ASSIGNMENT:
Support United Way!
Coffee and Donut Social
Following Mass on Sunday, January 11th. We look forward to seeing you there!
Director’s Insert: 10 Tips to help your child with reading
Source: Ministry of Education Website
Keep reading with your child. Kids are never too old to be read to–or let your kids read to you. Read a variety of
material – magazines, newspapers, books, poems and comic books. Try cutting out or printing interesting or funny articles
to share with them.
Public libraries today are worlds to explore so try and go regularly. Your library has great resources – books, computer
games, DVDs, CDs, magazines, newspapers and Internet access. There are also terrific in-house programs such as reading
circles for little ones and homework clubs for older children. If you have access to a public library, talk to the librarian about
what is available.
Read some of the same books as your child. There are many books that are loved by people of all ages. Ask your
librarian or child's teacher for suggestions. You can share your thoughts and ideas, and have great conversations about
the characters, stories or topics.
Ask your children what they're reading. Ask what it's about and what is most enjoyable about the book.
Ask your child to describe it to you.
Tap into interests and hobbies. Kids are more likely to read about what they find really interesting, like sports or crafts.
Don't worry if it's a comic book, magazine or an illustrated novel, just remember all reading is good and tastes will change
as they get older. When you go to the library, let them choose their own books.
Find books that relate to TV shows. Let's face it, TV and video games are part of life now and our kids benefit when we
help them learn how to think about these messages too. We also know that some kids find TV and video games fascinating.
You can use this to your advantage–introduce them to books or magazines that relate to their favourite shows, movies or
games.
Encourage your older kids to read to younger kids. The older child will practice reading out loud and the younger child
will enjoy being read to. Best of all, they get to enjoy spending time together.
Play games together. Trivia games and board games such as Junior Trivial Pursuit® or Junior Scrabble® can be a fun
way
to learn about words and reading. Children have such a good time playing they don't realize they are learning.
Computers can be reading zones too! Though we all feel that kids may spend too much time on the computer, there are
Read to Understand!
Students who are in control of their own reading comprehension become purposeful, active readers. Here are a
few ideas to help your child.
Before reading: Ask, What do you think this book might be about? If the book has pictures, look at the pictures
without reading and talk about them.
During reading: Read together. Stop every few pages and ask your child to summarize what they’ve read. Ask
your child, "Does this make sense?" If it doesn't, have them reread and talk about the part that didn't make
sense. Discuss the meanings of interesting and new words that are in the story.
After reading: Hold a conversation and discuss what your child has read. For example, say "I wonder why that
character acted that way?" or "How do you think he felt? Why?" and "So, what lesson can we learn here?". Help
your child go back to the book to support his or her answers.
for September 2015
kinderSTARt is a special one day event for parents to register their children for Kindergarten. It’s also a great
opportunity for parents and children to learn more about school together!
Christ the King: February 25 9:00-5:30
The program is offered in partnership with the St. Clair Catholic District School Board and our Best Start community partners. Through kinderSTARt children and parents have an early opportunity to visit the school, register for Kindergarten and meet staff in preparation for Full Day Kindergarten in the fall of 2015.
We also welcome all younger siblings (18 months to 3 years) to attend. Our community partners are there to
offer lots of helpful information about getting ready for school, such as ages and stages growth development,
good nutrition, healthy living tips and immunization. It’s a fun and informative event for the whole family!
BINGOS AT CHRIST THE KING!
If 5 parents volunteer then $15.00 will be subtracted for each child in the class for their upcoming
field trip
Jan. 7th Bingo— Ms. Murru’s Class
Feb. 4th Bingo— Gr. 8 Grad class
March 10th Bingo—Ms. Kearns Class
THANK YOU !!!!!!!!!
A very sincere thank you to our Parents who helped to serve our
Christmas Dinner, which was provided by Mark Childs at Black Goose. A
wonderful meal was enjoyed by both Students and Staff.
Thanks to Rita P., Melissa K., Diane D., Samantha N., Melissa F., Ron A.,
Randi H., Lynn H.
10 Tips to help your child with reading
Tips for kindergarten to grade 3
1. Cuddle up and read. Quiet mes together are opportuni es to bond...and read. The cuddling can be as important as the
reading. Make it exci ng: put some drama into your voice or let your child read every other page. As you go, explain any new
words or ideas.
2. Public libraries today are worlds to explore so try to go regularly. Your library has great resources – books, computer games,
DVDs, CDs, magazines, newspapers and Internet access. There are also terrific in-house programs such as reading circles for li le
ones and homework clubs for older children. If you have access to a public library, talk to the librarian about what is available.
3. Make your kitchen part of your "reading zone". Have fridge magnets available so children can start making words and short
sentences.
4. Words are everywhere – take everyday opportuniƟes to read with your child. Your child's world is filled with words – on
cereal boxes, street signs, stores, posters, subway ads, etc. Wherever you go, you can always find new words and point them out.
5. Games can be great learning tools. Board games or card games such as word bingo or memory and rhyming cards can be a
fun way to learn about words, le er sounds, and reading. They can help children realize how much fun learning can be. Check out
your local school fair or second-hand stores for gently used games. You can even create your own by cu ng out pictures, wri ng
words on cards and ge ng you child to match them.
Computers are reader friendly too! Though many worry that kids may spend too much me on the computer, there are some
great games that help kids learn to read and allow them to create their own stories. Look for "parent approved" on the packaging
in stores and in the library. Find some kid-friendly websites, like TVOKids and Canadian Geoillustrated for Kids, that have games
you can play along with your child.
1. Books make great giŌs. Ask family and friends to give a book instead of a toy as a gi . Make sure to tell them about your
child's reading level and interests. To build up a home library find almost-new books at garage sales and school fairs.
2. Subscribe to a magazine. There's no subs tute for the excitement of receiving mail. Let your kids subscribe to their favourite
age-appropriate magazine and watch their eyes light up with the arrival of each new issue. Great magazines for younger children
include Chirp® and Chickadee®.
3. Be a reading role model. When your kids see you reading, they will want to imitate you. It won't be long un l they learn that
reading is fun, interes ng, and a "grown up" thing to do.
Keep books, magazines and newspapers handy. Keep a box in the kitchen or living room for easy access.
A special note: Educators agree that literacy skills develop and improve as a result of a wide range of ac vi es. For example, a
child's literacy skills are enhanced when parents who do not speak an official Canadian language read to their children in their
na ve language. Children will benefit from this reading experience.
JOIN THE TEAM!
Do you have a few hours a month??? Lots of opportuni es for parents or grandparents!!!
Consider helping with the following clubs: Breakfast, Lego, Reading, Chess or assist in coaching a Sport, or be a Reading Mentor. Call the school for more informa on!
Find YOUR place
at UCC!
Home of the LANCERS
Grade Eight Open House
Thursday, January 29, 2015
Theatre doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Presentation in the theatre at 7:00 p.m.
Teacher-led tours after presentation
Grade Nine Option Sheets Due
Monday, February 2, 2015
This UCC transition program
provides a welcoming community to
incoming Grade Nine students
Grade Nine Student Orientation
Thursday, August 27, 2015
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