DIRECTOR S BULLETIN Validating our Mission/Vision January 9, 2006

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1 Validating our Mission/Vision Subjects: T H E DIRECTOR S BULLETIN In a school community formed by Catholic beliefs and traditions, our Mission is to educate students to their full potential A Community of Faith With Heart in Charity Anchored in Hope 1. THE WORK OF CHRISTMAS BEGINS 2. SAINTS OF THE TORONTO CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD 3. PAYROLL BULLETIN - Ontario College of Teachers Payroll Deduction 4. DEFERRED SALARY PLAN--repeat - Principals/Vice-Principals/Program Coordinators I & II - OECTA Secondary Teachers (TSU) - Elementary Teachers (TECT) - Association of Professional Student Services Personnel (APSSP) - International Language Instructors, Elementary - CUPE Local 1328 School-Based Educational Support Staff 5. TRAVEL ALLOWANCE EXPENSE REPORTS 6. GUIDELINES FOR WEATHER CONDITIONS--repeat 7. FEBRUARY IS PSYCHOLOGY MONTH - Display of Psychology Resources and Student Artwork - Invitation to Students of Submit Artwork 8. AWARDS, SCHOLARSHIP, BURSARIES & CONTESTS - The Victor Angelosante Award 9. EVENT NOTICES - Staff Arts Auditions 10. SHARING OUR GOOD NEWS - St. Nicholas Catholic School - St. Robert Catholic School - St. Cyril Catholic School - Loretto Abbey Catholic Secondary School - Father Henry Carr Catholic Secondary School - Dante Alighieri Academy - St. Jerome & St. Wilfrid Catholic Schools 11. MEMORIALS 12. BIRTHS AND ADOPTIONS 13. CURRICULUM & ACCOUNTABILITY - Health Action Team--repeat - Health Active Living and Learning Centres--repeat 14. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY - First Aid/CPR Completions 15. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES - The Theology of the Body Workshops--repeat - Additional Qualification Courses in Religious Education - Academic Information Communication Technology In-services--repeat - Assessment Topics and AD(H)D - Retirement Planning Seminars continued Toronto Catholic District School Board, 80 Sheppard Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario, M2N 6E8 Telephone: PLEASE ENSURE THAT A COPY OF THE WEEKLY DIRECTOR S BULLETIN IS MADE ACCESSIBLE TO ALL STAFF # 17

2 Subjects: continued 16. APPLICATIONS FOR IMMEDIATE POSTING POSITIONS OF AUTHORITY - ISA Assistive Technology In-service Teacher NON-UNION - Acting Supervisor of Benefits & Compensation - Acting Return to Work Officer - Secretary 3 Non-Union Benefits & Compensation CUPE LOCAL Assistant Caretaker--various Coordinator of Young Adult Ministry, Sisters of St. Joseph

3 SUBJECT: 1 The Work of Christmas Begins.. "When the song of the angels is stilled, when the star in the sky is gone, when the kings and princes are home, when the shepherds are back with the flocks, then the work of Christmas begins: to find the lost, to heal those broken in spirit, to feed the hungry, to release the oppressed, to rebuild the nations, to bring peace among all peoples, to make a little music with the heart And to radiate the Light of Christ, every day, in every way, in all that we do and in all that we say. Then the work of Christmas begins. Howard Thurman

4 SUBJECT: 2 The Saints of the Toronto Catholic District School Board We Celebrate with the following schools on their Saint/Name-sake Feast Day: January 8-14 Epiphany January 8 Venerable John Merlini January 12 St. Marguerite Bourgeoys January 12 Notre Dame January 12 St. Patrick January 12

5 SUBJECT: 3 PAYROLL BULLETIN PLEASE POST IN YOUR SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT UPDATE: ONTARIO COLLEGE OF TEACHERS PAYROLL DEDUCTION FOR YEAR 2006 MEMBERSHIP FEES The College is currently preparing for the collection of the year 2006 annual membership fees. The membership fee deduction of $ will be processed on the following payroll dates in instalments: For members paid through the Support Payroll: January 6, 2006 $ January 20, 2006 $ For members paid through Teaching Payroll: January 13, 2006 $ January 27, 2006 $ THE DEDUCTION FEE FOR 2006 IS $ AND IS DUE BY FEBRUARY 5, 2006 TO THE ONTARIO COLLEGE OF TEACHERS. If your February 2006 pay statement does not reflect an OCT year to date amount of $104.00, you will be invoiced directly from the Ontario College of Teachers. Please submit payment of this invoice directly to the College of Teachers. Should employees have any further questions or concerns regarding the mandatory membership fee, please contact THE ONTARIO COLLEGE OF TEACHERS AT , ext Or staff representatives may contact the Payroll Department at ext

6 SUBJECT: 4-1 DEFERRED SALARY PLAN EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK (Appendix A) TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT BETWEEN THE TORONTO CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD AND PRINCIPALS/VICE PRINCIPALS/PROGRAM COORDINATORS I & II PLEASE NOTE DEADLINE DATE FEBRUARY 15, 2006 Applications are invited for participation in the Deferred Salary Plan. The Terms and Conditions of Employment between The Toronto Catholic District School Board and Principals/Vice Principals/Program Coordinators I & II 2004 provides the opportunity for Principals/Vice Principals/Program Coordinators I & II to participate in a Deferred Salary Plan. The Board will grant leaves of absence of one year to administrative staff on the basis of spreading four (4) years of salary over five (5) years. The leave of absence shall commence on September 1 of the 5 th year from the commencement of participation in the Plan. The Board requires the maximum number of such leaves which may be granted to Principals/Vice Principals/Program Coordinators I & II under such a Plan will not exceed (ten) 10 in any school year. Application forms will be available on the Human Resources Intranet on January 1, The application deadline is on or before February 15, Further details of the Deferred Salary Plan are outlined in Page 10 of the Employee Handbook (Appendix A) Terms and Conditions of Employment. Additional provisions under the 1992 Federal Income Tax Act supersede the provisions of the current Terms and Conditions of Employment: i) During the period of the Deferred Salary leave of absence; the participant cannot seek any employment with the Board and may not receive any type of remuneration from the Toronto Catholic District School Board with the exception of the deferred monies accumulated during the participating period. ii) Following the year of leave in the Deferred Salary Plan, employees must return to employment with the Toronto Catholic District School Board for a minimum of one year. All completed applications or questions should be directed to the Human Resources Department, attention: Joanne Ruscica Connie Franco ELEMENTARY SECONDARY (416) Ext (416) Ext. 2314

7 SUBJECT: 4-2 DEFERRED SALARY PLAN ARTICLE 21 COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE TORONTO CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD AND OECTA SECONDARY TEACHERS (TSU) PLEASE NOTE APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE FEBRUARY 1, 2006 Applications are invited for participation in the Deferred Salary Plan. The Collective Agreement between the Toronto Catholic District School Board and OECTA Secondary School Teachers (TSU) 2004/2008 (Article 21) provides teachers with the opportunity of participating in a Deferred Salary Plan. The Board will grant leaves of absences of one year or one semester to teachers on the basis of: spreading four (4) years of salary over five (5) years with an enrolment start date of September 1, 2006 (leave period would begin September 1, 2010) or New effective September 1, 2006: spreading four (4) semesters of salary over five (5) semesters with an enrolment start date of: a) September 1, 2006: with a semester leave starting September 1, 2008 through to January 31, 2009 b) February 1, 2007: with a semester leave starting February 1, 2009 through to August 31, 2009 Eligibility Requirements: Secondary school teachers who hold a permanent contract with the Board and who have completed at least two (2) years of teaching for the Board are eligible. The maximum number of such leaves which may be granted to Secondary school teachers under the Plan in the 2005/2006 school year shall not exceed sixty (60) (Article 21.03). Application forms will be available on the Human Resources Intranet on January 1, The application deadline is on or before FEBRUARY 1, Further details of the Deferred Salary Plan are outlined in Article 21 of the current Collective Agreement. The introduction of the semester based plan will be detailed in a Letter of Understanding subsequent to the 2004/2008 collective agreement. Additional provisions under the 1992 Federal Income Tax Act supersede the provisions of the current Terms and Conditions of Employment: i) During the period of the Deferred Salary leave of absence (year or semester); the participant cannot seek any employment with the Board and may not receive any type of remuneration from the Toronto Catholic District School Board with the exception of the deferred monies accumulated during the participating period. ii) Following the end of the leave period in the Deferred Salary Plan, teachers must return to employment with the Toronto Catholic District School Board for the same duration of the leave period; either one year for those enrolling in the 4/5 year plan or one semester for those enrolling in the 4/5 semester plan. All completed applications or questions should be directed to Human Resources Department, attention: Connie Franco at (416) , Ext. 2314

8 SUBJECT: 4-3 DEFERRED SALARY PLAN ARTICLE 18, COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE TORONTO CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD AND ELEMENTARY TEACHERS (TECT) Applications are invited for participation in the Deferred Salary Plan. The Collective Agreement between the Toronto Catholic District School Board and Elementary School Teachers (TECT) 2004/2008 (Article 18) provides teachers with the opportunity of participating in a Deferred Salary Plan. The Board will grant leaves of absences of one year to teachers on the basis of spreading four (4) years of salary over five (5) years. The leave of absence shall commence on September 1 of the 5 th year from the commencement of teacher s participation in the Plan. Elementary school teachers who hold a permanent contract with the Board and who have completed at least three (3) years of teaching for the Board are eligible. The maximum number of such leaves which may be granted to Elementary school teachers under the Plan in the 2005/2006 school year shall not exceed fifty (50) (Article 18.03). Application forms will be available on the Human Resources Intranet site on January 1, The application deadline is on or before FEBRUARY 1, Further details of the Deferred Salary Plan are outlined in Article 18 (Elementary) of the current Collective Agreement. Additional provisions under the 1992 Federal Income Tax Act supersede the provisions of the current Terms and Conditions of Employment: i) During the period of the Deferred Salary leave of absence; the participant cannot seek any employment with the Board and may not receive any type of remuneration from the Toronto Catholic District School Board with the exception of the deferred monies accumulated during the participating period ii) Following the year of leave in the Deferred Salary Plan, teachers must return to employment with the Toronto Catholic District School Board for a minimum of one year. All completed applications or questions should be directed to Human Resources Department, attention: Joanne Ruscica, ELEMENTARY, (416) Ext SUBJECT: 4-4 PLEASE POST AND GIVE COPY TO APSSP REPRESENTATIVE DEFERRED SALARY PLAN ASSOCIATION OF PROFESSIONAL STUDENT SERVICES PERSONNEL (APSSP) Applications are invited for participation in the Deferred Salary Plan. The Collective Agreement between Toronto Catholic District School Board and the Association of Professional Student Services Personnel (APSSP) Article 16.04(f) provide employees the opportunity of participating in a Deferred Salary Plan. The Board will grant leaves of absence of one year to employees on the basis of spreading four (4) years salary over five (5) years. APSSP employees who have completed at least two (2) years of employment with the Board are eligible to apply. The maximum number of such leaves which may be granted to APSSP employees under the Plan in the 2005/06 school year shall not exceed three in one year (Article 16.04(f)(ii). Application forms can be requested by calling Josie Panin, Human Resources, ext on January 3, 2006 and must be received on or before February 1, Further details of the Deferred Salary Plan are outlined in Article 16.04(f) of the Collective Agreement. Additional provisions under the 1992 Federal Income Tax Act supersede the provisions of the Current Collective Agreements: During the year of leave in the Deferred Salary Plan, employees cannot seek any employment with the TCBSB. Following the year of leave in the Deferred Salary Plan, employees must return to employment with the TCDSB. for a minimum of one year. Completed Applications should be directed and addressed as follows Amy Gatto, Supervisor, Human Resources

9 SUBJECT: 4-5 DEFERRED SALARY PLAN COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN TORONTO CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD AND CANADIAN UNION OF PUBLIC EMPLOYEES, LOCAL 3155 INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGES INSTRUCTORS - ELEMENTARY PLEASE NOTE APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE FEBRUARY 1, 2006 Applications are invited for participation in the Deferred Salary Plan. The Collective Agreement between the Toronto Catholic District School Board and International Languages Instructors Elementary (Local 3155) 2003/2004 (Article 14.14) provides Instructors with the opportunity of participating in a Deferred Salary Plan. The Board will grant leaves of absences of one year to instructors on the basis of spreading four (4) years of salary over five (5) years. The leave of absence shall commence on September 1 of the 5 th year from the commencement of the instructor s participation in the Plan. International Languages Instructors Elementary who are permanent full-time (100%) with the Board and who have completed at least three (3) years of employment with the Toronto Catholic District School Board may apply to participate in the Plan (as per the 1992 Federal Income Tax Act). The maximum number of such leaves which may be granted to International Language Instructors Elementary under the Plan in the 2005/2006 school year shall not exceed three (3) (Article (ii)). Application forms will be available on the Human Resources Intranet on January 1, Further details of the Deferred Salary Plan are outlined in Article 14.4 (International Language Instructors) of the current Collective Agreement. Additional provisions under the 1992 Federal Income Tax Act supersede the provisions of the current Terms and Conditions of Employment: i) During the period of the Deferred Salary leave of absence; the participant cannot seek any employment with the Board and may not receive any type of remuneration from the Toronto Catholic District School Board with the exception of the deferred monies accumulated during the participating period. ii) Following the year of leave in the Deferred Salary Plan, instructors must return to employment with the Toronto Catholic District School Board for a minimum of one year. All completed applications or questions should be directed to Human Resources Department, attention: Joanne Ruscica, ELEMENTARY, (416) Ext SUBJECT: 4-6 DEFERRED SALARY PLAN (DSP) CUPE LOCAL SCHOOL-BASED EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT STAFF Applications are invited for participation in the Deferred Salary Plan. The CUPE 1328 Collective Agreement, Article 16.15, provides employees the opportunity of participating in a DSP. The Board will grant leaves of absence of one year to CUPE 1328 SBESS employees on the basis of spreading four (4) years salary over five (5) years. Any permanent full-time CUPE 1328 SBESS employees who have completed at least two (2) years employment with the Board are eligible. Application forms are now available from the Human Resources Department intranet site: The completed application form must be returned to Linda Moynagh, Supervisor Support Staff, Human Resources Department on or before March 1, Further details of the DSP are outlined in Article of the CUPE Local 1328 Collective Agreement.

10 SUBJECT: 5 TRAVEL ALLOWANCE EXPENSE REPORTS REPEAT NOTICE TO ALL TCDSB STAFF WHO SUBMIT AUTHORIZED TRAVEL ALLOWANCE EXPENSE FORMS FOR REIMBURSEMENT Travel Allowance Expense Reports received by the Payroll Department later than three (3) months from date of travel to submission to the Payroll Department, will no longer be eligible for reimbursement effective April 1, Employees are reminded to have their travel allowance expense reports completed and authorized on a monthly basis prior to submitting to the Payroll Department for processing. Mileage expense reports, more than three months old, will not be processed. Employees, who continue to submit their mileage expenses on a yearly basis, will only be paid for such mileage expense falling within the 3 month time limit. This policy change was effective April 1, Please continue to submit authorized travel allowance forms on a monthly basis within the 3 month time limit. Please ensure to utilize the updated travel allowance form located in the Payroll Intranet site. Should you have any questions regarding the above, please contact the Payroll Department at , ext SUBJECT: 6 GUIDELINES FOR WEATHER CONDITIONS The Toronto Catholic District School Board is in support of healthy physical activity for all students. Health Canada s Guide for Physical Activity: Children and Youth, recommends 90 minutes of physical activity per day. In addition, school performance, time on task, creativity and productivity improve through increased physical activity. To that end, students should be outdoors during recess periods whenever possible. Students will remain indoors in the event of rain. Students will remain indoors based on the possibility of severe thunderstorms or lightning in the area of the school. Students will remain indoors when the temperature or the temperature in conjunction with the wind speed, creates a wind chill factor that could possibly lead to frostbite. In the event that the condition of the schoolyard, as a result of the weather, might pose a safety hazard, the students will remain indoors. Further information is posted on the Board s website on the Inclement Weather page at and

11 SUBJECT: 7-1 Special Services Department, Psychological Services FEBRUARY IS PSYCHOLOGY MONTH Psychology is for Everyone The goal of national Psychology Month is to generate awareness of, and interest in the diverse roles psychology plays from academics and scientists to psychology service providers in health, criminal justice, schools and businesses. During Psychology Month groups across Canada are organizing outreach activities to share with the public, what it is they do and how it contributes to the overall well-being of the community. The Psychological Services Department of the Toronto Catholic District School Board would like to invite every member of our community to explore and discover the many different ways psychology can help improve our everyday life and overall well-being, and balance the many roles and responsibilities we play. Psychology is for everyone! During the month of February, the Psychological Services Department presents: Display of psychology resources and handouts, and display of students related artwork: Date: February 13-17, 2006 Place: TCDSB CEC Atrium (2 nd floor) Video presentations: Date: February 13-17, 2006, 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Place: TCDSB CEC Atrium (2 nd Floor) Topics: promoting the development of reading in children helping young children deal with emotions learning disabilities and their impact on learning learning disabilities and self-esteem ADHD bullying Presentations for teachers/parents: Date: February 28, 2006; 3:30; 4:30; 5:30 p.m. Place: TCDSB CEC, Catholic Teachers Centre (3 rd floor) Topics: Emotional wellness of children and youth (dealing with anxiety, depression and anger) Display of psychology related books: Date: February 1-28, 2006 Place: TCDSB CEC Library (Main Floor) All events will take place at TCDSB Catholic Education Centre, 80 Sheppard Avenue East Please visit TCDSB Psychological Services website: For additional information please contact: Dr. Maria Kokai, Chief Psychologist , ext or maria.kokai@tcdsb.org

12 SUBJECT: 7-2 Special Services Department, Psychological Services FEBRUARY IS PSYCHOLOGY MONTH Psychology is for Everyone INVITATION TO STUDENTS TO SUBMIT ARTWORK The goal of national Psychology Month is to generate awareness of, and interest in the diverse roles psychology plays in the different areas of our life, such as health, education, work, parenting, etc. During Psychology Month groups across Canada are organizing outreach activities to share with the public, what it is they do and how it contributes to the overall well-being of the community. The Psychological Services Department of the Toronto Catholic District School Board would like to invite TCDSB students to submit their artwork to be used as posters that illustrate how psychological knowledge can improve their everyday life. Suggested topics: Healthy relationships; Peacemaking through Respect; Stop the Bullying; Healthy Body-Healthy Mind; and other topics that relate to relationships and healthy choices. Students are invited to submit their work in the following categories: Primary division Junior division Intermediate/senior division Selected artwork will be displayed at the Catholic Education Centre, Atrium, 2 nd Floor, (80 Sheppard Ave. East) between February 13 and 17, The Psychology Month Organizing Committee will select artwork (2 from each category) to be used as posters by the Psychology Department, which will be announced on February 17, Please submit students work labelled with the student s first name, grade, school, and the teacher s name. (All artwork will be returned to the teachers after February.) Deadline for submissions: February 3, Please submit students work to: Dr. Maria Kokai, Chef Psychologist, Catholic Education Centre , ext 2626 maria.kokai@tcdsb.org

13 SUBJECT: 8a THE VICTOR ANGELOSANTE AWARD NOMINATION FORM DESCRIPTION OF AWARD The Victor Angelosante Award is named in honour of Mr. Victor Angelosante, a former Physical and Health Education Program Coordinator for the Toronto Catholic District School Board, school administrator, teacher, coach and Toronto Catholic Schools Athletic Association (TCSAA) executive member who died in Victor Angelosante recognized early in his career that school athletics possessed enormous potential to build Christian fellowship in the hearts and minds of young people in our schools. He further recognized and demonstrated that athletics were but one of many critical avenues educators could pursue to foster in children a sense of respect and confidence, an understanding of commitment, the significance of teamwork, and the desire to dedicate energy toward the pursuit of excellence. The Victor Angelosante Award is presented annually to a TCDSB elementary employee who, through significant involvement with athletics and the TCSAA, has made an outstanding contribution toward the overall development and education of young people. The award winner is one who personifies those qualities Victor demonstrated in abundance and one who embodies and inculcates by example the highest traditions of a Catholic educator and a dedicated sportsperson. SELECTION PROCESS 1. Principals, teachers or other TCDSB staff may forward the name of a nominee to the TCSAA executive no later than Friday January 20, Please submit these forms and a letter of recommendation (typewritten please) to Gino Ruffo, Sacred Heart School (gino.ruffo@tcdsb.org). 2. The TCSAA executive and the Health & Physical Education Department staff will select the annual award winner at a meeting scheduled for January 27, PRESENTATION 1. The award will be presented on Thursday May 11, 2006 at the TCSAA Annual Coaches Recognition Dinner. (mark this date on your calendars) NOMINEE Name: School: NOMINATOR Name: School: PREVIOUS VICTOR ANGELOSANTE AWARD WINNERS 1995 Lou Rocha 1996 Peter Gain 1997 Angelo Della Pia and Kathy Mandzak 1998 Bob Clement 1999 Dave Speyer and Dave Milsom 2000 Ed McKernan 2001 Gord MacLean 2002 Anthony Scopa 2003 Larry Iaccino 2004 Bryan Bonser 2005 Brian Armstrong

14 SUBJECT: 8b TCSAA TORONTO CATHOLIC SCHOOLS ATHLET IC ASSOCIATION The Victor Angelosante Award TCSAA TORONTO CATHOLIC SCHOOLS ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Name: Athletic Region: School: TCDSB Years of Service: SCHOOL EXPERIENCES (E.g. TCSAA Teams, House League Organization, Teacher/Coach Mentoring, Promotion of Health/Wellness, etc.) Year Activity TCSAA ASSOCIATION INVOLVMENT (E.g. Site Convenor, Athletic Association Executive, Committee Involvement, Track and Field Marshall, etc.) Year Activity Nominated By: School:

15 SUBJECT: 9 AUDITIONS FOR THE 2006 STAFF ARTS MUSICAL PRODUCTION OF Anne of Green Gables Music by Norman Campbell, Lyrics by Donald Harron, Norman Campbell, Elaine Campbell & Mavor Moore Book by Donald Harron Based on the novel by Lucy Maud Montgomery Director: Mirella Rossi Assistant Director: Jan Murphy Musical Director: Anne Bolger Choreographer: Bernardine Nelligan Auditions at St. Margaret Catholic School: Tuesday, January 10 Wednesday, January 11 Thursday, January 12 Dance Audition on Thursday, January 12 at 5:00 p.m. To book an audition call: , Ext. ARTS (2787) This timeless family story tells of the adventures of a freckle-faced, red-haired orphan named Anne ( with an e ) Shirley, who comes to a small town in Prince Edward Island full of hope for a new life. She has been sent from the Halifax orphanage to the home of Matthew Cuthbert and his sister, Marilla. Upon her arrival at Green Gables, she is devastated to discover that they had clearly requested a boy. However, they decide to keep her. Before long, with her fiery temper and romantic spirit, she turns the Cuthberts quiet country lives upside-down and, in doing so, endears herself to all of Avonlea. There are many large and small roles, as well as opportunities to work behind the scenes. No experience is necessary. Everyone is welcome! Come and join the fun

16 SUBJECT: 10-1 SUBJECT: 10-2 Camilla, left, and Tomas Castaldo, Justin Mukai, Andrea Mauro and Mathias Castaldo pose with other students of St. Robert Catholic School beside heaps of toys they all helped collect on Friday, Dec. 16. The annual Breakfast with Santa event hosted by Golden Griddle on Finch Avenue West encouraged each student to bring a new or unused toy to donate to the Hope for Children Foundation by the Catholic Children's Aid Society. Mirror photo/jill KITCHENER

17 SUBJECT: 10-3a Small school shows it has a big heart FANNIE SUNSHINE Mirror Guardian 12/21/05 The number of students at St. Cyril Catholic Elementary School in North York may be small, but their hearts are far from it. When the devastating tsunami hit Southeast Asia last Christmas, leaving tens of thousands of people dead or homeless, students from across Toronto leapt into action, organizing fundraisers to assist with relief efforts. Some 360 students from the Yonge Street and Finch Avenue area school raised a whopping $5,000 for the Canadian Red Cross through a number of initiatives, including bake sales and garage sales, to help those overseas. On Friday, students gathered for a special presentation by the humanitarian organization to get an update on the Canadian Red Cross's tsunami relief and recovery effort and also heard from Ole Flyng, the Canadian Red Cross delegate in Indonesia.

18 SUBJECT: 10-3b "This is something we are going to do at any school that would like to have a presentation," said Bridget Brown, Canadian Red Cross communications co-ordinator for the Toronto region. "St. Cyril is a very small school and their donation is so significant. Ole Flyng came back from Indonesia with some great stories and told the students of the Red Cross recovery efforts. A lot of Torontonians have family and friends who had been in the affected regions." The Canadian Red Cross is busy building transitional housing in Indonesia and day-care centres in India, Brown said, adding the organization plans to remain in these countries helping to rebuild for the next 10 years. "The students were so excited," she said of Friday's presentation. "It was beyond our expectations. I didn't know they were so interested. The children had the same questions adults and media have." Although much progress has been made recovery-wise, Brown said there is still much to do and donations are always needed. "We've made great progress but there is so much road to travel," she said. "We want to build back better." Joseph D'Ippolito, a teacher at St. Cyril, said each class took on a project shortly after the tsunami hit to help with the fundraising effort. "They really got into it," he said. "(The school is) small, but if everyone does a little bit and you add everything together, it makes a big difference. The Red Cross did a Power Point presentation and told the students where their money went. The students were amazed that they actually made a difference and what was raised was going toward something." SUBJECT: 10-4a

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20 SUBJECT: 10-5 Henry Carr home to strong hoops squad SAM LASKARIS Mirror/Guardian 12/21/05 The Father Henry Carr Crusaders have been a rather intimidating force this season. The local high school senior boys' basketball team has been cruising through its regular season schedule in the Toronto District Colleges Athletic Association (TDCAA). Father Henry Carr was not seriously challenged in its first four league contests with the Crusaders registering lopsided wins in all of those matches, including its win over Don Bosco last Wednesday. Father Henry Carr was tied atop the league's 12-team West Division along with the Michael Power/St. Joseph Trojans, who also were sporting a 4-0 mark. The Crusaders were expected to continue their winning ways yesterday (Tuesday) against winless (0-4) Chaminade College, in a game held after The Guardian's press deadline. Father Henry Carr coach Paul Melnik does not believe his charges will be seriously challenged during the regular season. "The West is not a strong division," he said. The Crusaders' smallest margin of victory in league play thus far was 60 - that's right 60 - points in its season opening win over St. Basil. The TDCAA also features a 10-squad East Division. This division includes the defending league champion Mother Teresa Titans of Scarborough, who beat the Crusaders in the TDCAA final last season. Melnik is confident his side can take a better run at the league crown this season. And that might be a surprise to some. "We have seven new players on the team," Melnik said. "And we only have one starter back." That would be 6-foot-6 centre Stanley Ankrah. Overall, Father Henry Carr has a record of The Crusaders have been and will continue to be rather active in tournament play this season. Father Henry Carr lost to Mother Teresa in the final of its own tournament last month. The Crusaders then posted a 1-2 record at a Kitchener tourney. Father Henry Carr then won a bronze medal at an event in Hamilton earlier this month. The Crusaders are now entered in a 16-club event, which begins today (Wednesday) and continues until Friday at Mississauga's St. Francis Xavier. Father Henry Carr will then head south to compete at a tournament in Tennessee from Dec. 27 through Jan. 1. The Crusaders will also participate in four other tournaments during January and February. SUBJECT: 10-6 Dante Alighieri Academy, a school of life Luigi de Biase Students at the Catholic school volunteer for many activities Students carrying crates and boxes crowd the corridors of the Dante Alighieri Academy: they head to the mess hall downstairs and line up the containers. Someone counts them, while the rest chat adjusting the stuff. "It's become a tradition," says Angela Piscitelli, principal of this Catholic school located at Lawrence & Dufferin. "When Christmas approaches, we ask our students to bring food that will be donated to the poor. We manage to help no fewer than three charities. This is not a school for rich kids, but there are some amazing displays of generosity." Angela calls two 17-year-old girls, Krystal and Paula. Both of them belong to a chaplaincy group led by sister Patricia Melanson, a Salesian nun. "I've joined this group a few months ago," says Krystal, "when I was going through a rough patch in my life, and thanks to this group I managed to react. Feeling surrounded by people who look out for you is simply marvellous." That's an indirect response to episodic violence that some schools of our city have recently experienced. "I don't think that our school is particularly better than the rest, or immune to any possible accident," adds Piscitelli. "But we try to build something every day, to give our kids a chance to change their world. We owe them this much; we cannot simply teach them science or math. We must convince them that they can change the world." Students continue to pack foodstuff in the boxes. Krystal and Paula tell of their favourite activity, the 'solidarity patrols.' "We grab three sandwiches and a pair of gloves," explains Paula, "and go to town with Sister Pat. We meet with homeless people, speak with them, share our food with them. Not having a home or anyone helping you is a real social injustice." Then comes green-eyed Vanessa, 17 like the other girls: her father is Portuguese, her mother Italian. "I went to Africa last summer," she remarks, "with the help of my school and an international organization of volunteers. I stayed a few kilometres from Nairobi, Kenya. I taught English to children, helping them also in their everyday life. A smile was enough to get understood and accepted. I would like to return to that village some day, but first I must get my university degree. I want to study to be useful to others."

21 SUBJECT: 10-7 I Care Project Students at St. Jerome and St. Wilfrid Catholic School participated in a fundraising project during Advent in partnership with St. Wilfrid Parish. Under the leadership of Father Massey Lombardi, the students sold "I Care" bracelets and held pizza days, dress down days, gym activities and dances to raise funds for Our Lady of Fatima Parish in Uganda. Father Lombardi will deliver the money raised when he visits Uganda on January 23rd.

22 SUBJECT: 11 MEMORIALS Let us remember in prayer the souls of the deceased members of the TCDSB community and their loved ones, particularly the following who have died recently... for these we pray: May the angels lead them into paradise. May the martyrs come to welcome them into the new and eternal Jerusalem. The holy sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for their souls. May they rest in peace. Daniel Bay Maria Cossaro Jane Glenn Creba Antonia Decina Stephen Michael Emmons John Paul O Brien Ellen Popov Bert Rogers Carmela Romano Josephine Sapiano father of Liz Bay, Secretary at St. Barbara Catholic School mother of Rossana Cossaro, Teacher at St. Patrick Catholic Secondary School daughter of Virginia Barton, Senior Co-ordinator, Capital Implementation, CEC mother of Joanne Decina, Teacher at Loretto College Catholic Secondary School husband of Maureen Emmons, Teacher at St. Ignatius of Loyola Catholic School father of Sheila O Brien, Teacher at Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts mother of Donna Pacione, Teacher at Cardinal Léger Catholic School father of Jennifer Edwards, Teacher at St. Michael Catholic School mother of Italia Romano Saliola, Secretary at Continuing Education, Night/Summer School Dept. mother of Sandra Zenko, Human Resources

23 SUBJECT: 12 BIRTHS AND ADOPTIONS Samuel Leonard DiNatale born December 11, Son of Melinda DiNatale, Teacher at Canadian Martyrs Catholic School and Joe DiNatale John Mealing born December 20, Son of Kathy Borst-Mealing, Teacher at Canadian Martyrs Catholic School and Wayne Mealing Blessed are you, Creator God, giver of life and the source of joy. Bless these parents of our TCDSB community as they celebrate and welcome the gift of life and children into their homes. Grace their hearts and homes with your love and peace. Amen.

24 SUBJECT: 13-1 HAT Grab Your HEALTH ACTION TEAM HEALTH ACTION TEAM...and Jump ( staff*,students**, parents) into January Jan 23 th Holy Child Jan 24 th St. Simon Jan 25 th St Luke Jan 26 th St Barnabas 1:00 P.M. - 3:30 P.M. *register on PAL and use code 92 for teacher release **bring your elementary student leaders for training JOIN US AT OUR MID-YEAR HEALTH ACTION TEAM MEETINGS Check Out DPA in Action Soak Up Healthy Eating Habits Get Tips on Fun & Effective HAT Activity Planning Rack Up Cool Winter Raffle Prizes Get a Free Fit Kids Video (for DPA) HA T

25 SUBJECT: 13-2 Present: On Your Way With DPA This professional learning session is designed to help elementary teachers gain a better understanding of the new Ministry initiative, Daily Physical Activity (DPA). A range of ways to incorporate DPA into the busy teaching day of our elementary schools will be discussed. New ministry resources for DPA, as well as TCDSB resources for implementation will be explored. Supply coverage will be provided using Code 92. North Jan. St. Simon PLC 9:00 11:30 am South Jan. St. Luke PLC 9:00 11:30 am East Jan. St. Barnabas PLC 9:00 11:30 am West Jan. Holy Child PLC 9:00 11:30 am Register using PAL and complete the CODE 92 Professional Development Supply Application Form in the attachment. Remember, use Code 92.

26 SUBJECT: 14 CONGRATULATIONS! FIRST AID/CPR Congratulations to these employees who successfully completed the two-day Standard First Aid and CPR course on December 7/8 and December 14/15, Maria Arruda St. Nicholas of Bari Ciro Caravaggio St. Francis Xavier Betsy Brandiferri The Divine Infant Silvana Cesario St. Helen Paula Chambers St. Barnabas Patrick De Vuono Regina Mundi Cleonie De Silva St. Barbara Michelle Devlin St. John the Evangelist Daniel Ferrante St. Matthias Carmela Diano Social Worker Charles Heather Msgr. Fraser Toronto Lorna A. Eling St. Catherine Valika Kunkel St. Denis Carrie Frenette Holy Child Suzanne McCormick Trustee Services Daniel Godin St. Joseph Morrow Park Msgr. Fraser Bogdan Kuchta Our Lady of Perpetual Marcia McGhee Scarborough Help Joantie Morris The Divine Infant Nicole McQuade St. Philip Neri Nicole Nelson-Morrison St. Nicholas of Bari Theresa Volgaris Our Lady of Victory Rozah Odisho Mona Pielot Prudence Pisani Rose Verginillo Annunciation Transportation Dept. St. Simon St. Simon Remember to post a copy of your certificate on the Health and Safety Bulletin Board in your school. Your certificate is valid for three years. (Please note that a paper copy of your certificate will be sent to your school at a later date. In the interim please post a photocopy of your wallet card.) Do you know who is certified in First Aid at your school?? To check go to: Registration for First Aid is through PAL available from: If you have any questions please contact the OHS Department: Corrado Maltese , ext or Louise Barker , ext

27 SUBJECT: 15-1 Pope John Paul II s Hearing the Good News About Human Sexuality For Teachers A four part series on Pope John Paul II s Theology of the Body. These workshops offer a way of deepening our understanding of the Church s rich teaching about what it means to be human. Presenter: Cale Clarke Dates: Saturday, Jan. 14 th : 10 a.m. - Noon Saturday, Jan. 28 th : 10 a.m. - Noon Saturday, Feb. 11 th : 10 a.m. - Noon Saturday, Feb 25 th : 10 a.m. - Noon Location: The Catholic Education Centre 80 Sheppard Avenue East 2 nd Floor Catholic Teacher Centre $10 Registration Fee per Session Free underground parking available at the Catholic Education Centre To pre-register or for information, contact: barry.white@tcdsb.org Sponsored by Catholic Teachers Guild

28 SUBJECT: 15-2a A Cultural and Spiritual Experience in Cuernavaca Mexico July 4 - July 15, 2006 promoted by TCDSB/OECTA/OCSTA COST: CAD$2150 all inclusive: airfare, taxes, transportation between Mexico City and Cuernavaca, tourist cards, shared accommodation, all meals and program at CCIDD. NOT included: insurance, $500 tuition for Religious Education Part 2, cost of passport, some tourist visits, and personal expenses. (Some adjustment to the final cost may be necessary.) Central Mexico Location The Cuernavaca Centre for Intercultural Dialogue on Development is located on a two acre site, just two blocks from the city s main square and Cortes Palace. Cuernavaca is known as the city of eternal spring because of year-round ideal climate. It is less than two hours from Mexico City and near many historic sites. CCIDD is an ecumenical centre founded in 1977 in conjunction with Bishop Sergio Mendez Arceo to promote experiential understanding of Christian struggle in Latin America. The program includes encounters with historians and leaders from the women s, labour, political, religious and grassroots communities. Lectures, personal witness and visits to urban squatter settlements and rural indigenous villages are intermingled with ample amount of group reflection time to process new insights and challenges. PAYMENT SCHEDULE $1000 due with application (by March 10) Airfare balance by first session (April 26) Balance due second session (May 13) Proposed Itinerary Days 1 3: Introduction/Encounter Introductions, walking tour of central Cuernavaca Mexico: past and present Visit squatters settlements and historic murals at Cortes palace (built 1527) Travel to historic Tepoztlan and Pyramids of Xochicalco Days 4 7: New Perspectives Overview of Latin America Evening at a Base Christian Community Labour issues with union leaders Neo-liberal economics: NAFTA & FTAA Travel to indigenous mountain village Machismo, women and change Rural day in peasant community Days 8 10: Broaden, Realize Latin American Church in change Refugees and artisans co-op Review and realizations In Canada Preparatory Sessions Saturday sessions take place at St. Joseph s College, 90 Wellesley St. West. Wed. April 26, 5:30 9:00 p.m. at the Catholic Education Centre, 80 Sheppard Ave. East, Toronto. Saturday May 13, 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Saturday June 18, 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. (includes Eucharistic liturgy for participants and families) PLUS a 5-hour internet assignment to be completed before start of Mexico portion. For more information contact: Dave Szollosy (416) (ext 81433) Kevin Godin (416) (ext 81520) Monica Godin (416) daveszol@ils.net kevin.welbesgodin@tcdsb.org monica.godin@tcdsb.org

29 SUBJECT: 15-2b APPLICATION FOR JULY 4 - JULY 15, 2006 CULTURAL EXPERIENCE IN MEXICO LIMITED SPACE APPLICATION MUST BE RECEIVED BY MARCH Name (as on Passport) Mr. Mrs. Ms Sr. Address City Province Postal Code Social Insurance Number Telephone Res. ( ) Bus. ( ) Fax ( ) Date of Birth Nationality Board School Knowledge of Spanish fluent some Spanish que? (not required) Special Dietary/health or physical needs Previous travel to Latin America RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PART 2 APPLICANTS ONLY Attach a copy of Part 1 certificate Location Year OR Part 1 equivalency certificate Year Include copy of your 2005 or 2006 Certificate of Qualification from the College of Teachers. Contact your board office for the signature of the appropriate supervisory officer required below. This is to certify that has a minimum of one year successful teaching experience. Signature Supervisory Officer Please print name and position of S.O. Tuition fee $500 Mail the completed application form, waiver and $1000 deposit payable to OECTA to the attention of Ruth Stanley, Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association, 65 St Clair Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario M4T 2Y8 DIRECT INQUIRIES Dave Szollosy (416) (x81433) daveszol@ils.net or Kevin Welbes Godin (416) (x81520) kevin.welbesgodin@tcdsb.org or Monica Godin (416) monica.godin@tcdsb.org

30 SUBJECT: 15-2c OECTA/OCSTA ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATION COURSES IN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION WAIVER AND RELEASE FORM FOR MEXICO PLEASE READ CAREFULLY THIS FORM MUST BE READ AND SIGNED BY ALL THOSE WHO WISH TO REGISTER IN THE PART II COURSE IN MEXICO SUMMER THIS SIGNED AND WITNESSED FORM MUST BE RETURNED TO OECTA PROVINCIAL OFFICE WITH YOUR REGISTRATION FORM. YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED, AND WILL BE RETURNED TO YOU UNLESS THIS WAIVER ACCOMPANIES IT. Background OECTA/OCSTA/TCDSB is not responsible for any loss or damage suffered by any participant in travelling to or from Mexico. OECTA/OCSTA/TCDSB is also not responsible for participants' personal health, safety and property before, during or after the Part II Course. We recommend that participants purchase personal insurance to protect themselves in relation to their travel, health and personal property. Over the last number of years, Mexico has experienced periods of political instability in some areas. This has resulted in frequent eruptions of violence and political protest. Infrequently, nonresidents and visitors have been hurt in these random acts of violence. It is impossible to guarantee a participant total protection from unanticipated and arbitrary violence. Waiver and Release I have read and understood the above statements and I agree to assume the risks of travelling in Mexico. In consideration of your acceptance of my application to participate in the Part II Course in Mexico, I agree to RELEASE and SAVE HARMLESS OECTA/OCSTA/TCDSB, their officials, employees, contracted suppliers and agents from all liability, claims and actions in respect to death, injury, loss or damage to my person or property wheresoever or howsoever caused, arising out of or in connection with my taking part in the Part II Course in Mexico. I agree that this Waiver and Release shall bind my heirs, executors, administrators and assigns. I have read this Waiver and Release and understand it. Name of Participant (please print) Name of Witness (please print) Signature of Participant Signature of Witness Date: (day/month/year) Jointly sponsored by: The Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association / The Ontario Catholic School Trustees Association 65 St. Clair Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario M4T 2Y8 ( )

31 SUBJECT: 15-3a Academic Information Communication Technology Licensed Software In-Services, January March 2006 In-Service Locations Each in-service is held at one specific location. Please note the location when you register. Our Lady of Mount Carmel Information Technology In-service Centre () Computer Training Lab 270 Cherokee Blvd. (Msgr. Percy Johnson) First street East of 404, North from Finch 45 Norfinch Dr. First street East of 400, north from Finch Brother Edmund Rice Computer Training Lab (At St. Josaphat) 55 Pelham Ave. East of Dundas, North of Dupont, East from Osler Registration Since space in the lab is limited to the available number of computers, only those who have registered will be admitted. How to Register Go to the PAL website: Or to the Board website: For the most up-to-date list of in-services, check the dates, times and locations at the PAL Registration site. Cancellations In-services with fewer than three registrants will be cancelled three school days before the in-service. Only those registered in the in-service will be notified of the cancellation. Please frequently check your and voice mail for cancellation notices. If you wish to Cancel If you find that you are unable to attend an in-service, please cancel your registration. This will free a space for someone else who might wish to attend. It will also allow events to start more promptly if event leaders are not waiting for someone will not be coming.

32 SUBJECT: 15-3b The Academic Information Communication Technology Team Laila Sisca AICT Co-ordinator x 2488 laila.sisca@tcdsb.org Quentin D Souza AICT Elementary Resource Teacher x 2098 quentin.dsouza@tcdsb.org Mark Brighton AICT Secondary Resource Teacher x 2646 mark.brighton@tcdsb.org Luciano Lista AICT In-service Teacher North x 2706 luciano.lista@tcdsb.org Nick Galati AICT In-service Teacher South x 2707 nicola.galati@tcdsb.org Tony Greco AICT In-service Teacher West x 2708 anthony.greco@tcdsb.org Jan Noonan AICT In-service Teacher East x 2709 janice.noonan@tcdsb.org Upcoming In-Services Visit Our Web Site: Academy of Reading ½ Day in-service The Academy of Reading is a comprehensive software package designed to assist at-risk readers, reading-delayed or dyslexic students develop and improve reading acquisition skills. It includes exercises in all of the skills needed to develop basic reading skills per individual student. Participants will receive an overview of the program, as well as some implementation ideas. CorelDRAW CorelDRAW 10 is a powerful drawing program, enabling anyone to create vector-based art easily. It contains a host of drawing tools and effects, allowing users to create anything from simple graphics and headlines to sophisticated artwork and technical drawings. Participants will become familiar with CorelDraw s numerous features. Topics to be covered include menu basics, drawing tools, transforming objects and text, special effects. Curriculum Software and Other Computer Resources for Primary Teachers Full Day in-service Primary teachers will be introduced to OESS software for Math and Language and other computer resources available on the TCDSB Elementary network. Curriculum Unit Planner ½ Day in-service Participants will experience an overview of the workings of the Curriculum Unit Planner. They will learn how to access and modify units to suit their needs. The Digital Camera - Introduction - ½ Day in-service Participants will explore the features on their digital cameras. Images can be used in anything from student assignments, through class or school newsletters to school websites. Participants who have, or have access to, a digital camera are encouraged to bring it to this session. eclass Full Day in-service eclass is the TCDSB on-line curriculum delivery platform. eclass allows teachers to take full advantage of multimedia capabilities of the Internet. Participants will be able to create an on-line course site used to post assignments, notes, calendars, course outlines, tests and test results. Realtime learning thread communication is also possible. This software can be used for something as simple as bulletin board postings or for a full course on-line delivery. Sessions will be designed specifically for Elementary, Secondary and PLN/PLCs. Please register for the appropriate in-service.

33 SUBJECT: 15-3c HyperStudio Full Day in-service HyperStudio is a fun multimedia program that allows students to combine text, sound, graphics, and computer video. HyperStudio projects can be as simple or as detailed as you want. The program can be used by students at any grade level to develop presentations in any subject. Participants in this in-service will learn how to use HyperStudio and how to incorporate it into the curriculum. Consider using this program as an alternative to a pencil and paper project for the TCDSB History Fair. Internet Introduction ½ Day in-service This in-service is designed to show users how to more effectively use the World Wide Web in a classroom setting. See what is out there and how to get there. Learn how to use freely available online resources to spice up student learning experiences. The ethical use of the World Wide Web in gathering information for use in student projects will also be discussed. Introduction to Computers ½ Day in-service This in-service is aimed at those individuals who would like to start from the ground-up in computer technology. We will revisit basic terminology such as CPU, Motherboard, Hard Drive, RAM & ROM, Basic Operating Systems, Networks and the Internet and more. We will also look at essential software for productivity: basic keyboard shortcuts, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and other essential skills (cutting and pasting, copying, saving in different file formats etc.) Language Software Junior/Intermediate - Full Day in-service Junior and Intermediate teachers will be introduced to OESS software for Language and other computer resources available on the TCDSB Elementary network. The in-service will include an introduction to Language Trek 7, 8. Library Pro - Catalogue Maintenance - ½ Day in-service This in-service is for Teacher Librarians and Library Technicians. The in-service will cover the maintenance of the library catalogue. Participants will learn how to search for books and add individual books and MARC records. As well, participants will learn how to back up the Library Pro database. Macromedia Dreamweaver Introduction Full Day in-service Dreamweaver allows the user to create professional looking web pages. This in-service will be an introduction to WEB Design. Teachers will be able to design a web page for their schools using text, images, animations and sounds. Macromedia Fireworks - Introduction Full Day in-service Fireworks MX is the image editing application that is part of the Macromedia Studio MX suite. Fireworks is used to create and edit images, specifically for use on the Web. Macromedia Flash - Introduction Full Day in-service Macromedia Flash MX allows the user to create multimedia content (graphics, video, sound) and applications for insertion into your website or it can be your entire site. This in-service will be an introduction to this integrated web content development environment. Teachers will be able to design simple Flash content for inclusion in their school or personal web sites using text, images, and animations. By the end of the session, you will be able to create innovative Flash content. Mathematics Software Junior/Intermediate Full Day in-service Junior and Intermediate teachers will be introduced to OESS software for Math and other computer resources available on the TCDSB Elementary network. The in-service will include an introduction to the latest version of Math Trek 7, 8. MS Access Introduction - ½ Day in-service Learn how to use Access to create simple databases. You will be taught forms, queries and reports. Databases can be created to organize and manipulate information on various data, Access can be used for classroom and school use. MS Excel Introduction ½ Day in-service Learn to enter and edit information in a spreadsheet; create charts and graphs. Participants will use simple formulas, format data, use autosums and generate charts. Learn how to set up an Excel spreadsheet for keeping track of grades. MS Excel Beyond the Basics ½ Day in-service Learn more advanced ways to use Excel in the classroom. This powerful software can be used to organize data in tables, produce quick and effective charts and graphs and create basic forms. We will also look at some of the more interesting functions and builtin operators contained in Excel so that this application can be used as an even more effective organizational tool. MS Outlook Introduction ½ Day in-service Learn to send and receive , add attachments, save attachments that you receive in , and manage your mailbox.

34 SUBJECT: 15-3d MS Outlook Beyond the Basics ½ Day in-service Learn to add attachments to , save attachments that you receive in , create a custom signature, create and manage folders and messages, schedule appointments and meetings, manage your calendar, manage contacts and create distribution lists. Topics will also include dealing with unsolicited . MS PowerPoint Introduction ½ Day in-service Power Point is an application that allows users to create slide show presentations. In this in-service, you will create a slide show that can include text, graphics, music and sound effects and show it on a computer screen or display projector. Learn to create organizational charts and tables, animate objects, and create action buttons and hyperlinks. MS Publisher Introduction ½ Day in-service This software is a desktop publishing application that can be used to create professional-looking newsletters, posters, cards, flyers, invitations, etc. In this in-service, you will learn how to make a simple publication, using Publisher tools. MS Publisher Newsletters ½ Day in-service Learn how to create a school newsletter using a template and text styles which will facilitate the easy management and production of the school newsletter. MS Word Introduction - ½ Day in-service Learn to create documents, format text, select fonts, set margins and spacing, move around the page, copy and paste text, replace text, and check spelling and grammar. Photoshop Elements - Introduction - ½ Day in-service Participants will get hands on experience with manipulating, touching up and enhancing digital photos. Using this software, you can create collages, add text to photos, include special effects, correct red-eye and much more. Search Engines Introduction ½ Day in-service Learn how to use a variety of different search tools to find the information you need. This workshop will introduce participants to how search engines work, different types of search tools that are available and use specific strategies to refine search queries. Weblogs Introduction ½ Day in-service Weblogs or blogs as they are commonly known are best defined as web sites that can be easily updated and maintained with a minimum knowledge of technology. Blogs are redefining the way students and teachers use the Internet, turning them from mere readers into writers on the Web. Learn how to subscribe to blogs and create your own personalized blog. In-Service Location Date Time Academy of Reading Feb. 28 Feb. 28 March 30 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Corel Draw Jan. 11 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Curriculum Software and Other Computer Resources for Primary Teachers March 21 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Curriculum Unit Planner Feb. 21 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Digital Camera Introduction eclass - Elementary eclass - Secondary Br. Edmund Rice Br. Edmund Rice Jan. 12 Jan. 17 Feb. 9 Jan. 10 Jan. 18 Jan. 26 March 28 Jan. 17 Feb. 28 March 1 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

35 SUBJECT: 15-3e Hyperstudio Feb. 16 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Internet Introduction Introduction to Computers Br. Edmund Rice Feb. 15 Feb. 21 Feb. 28 Jan. 11 Feb. 9 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Language Software Junior/Intermediate Feb. 8 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Library Pro - Catalogue Maintenance Macromedia DreamWeaver Introduction Macromedia Fireworks Introduction Macromedia Flash Introduction Jan. 26 Jan. 26 Feb. 21 Feb. 21 Jan. 10 Jan. 17 Feb. 16 Jan. 25 March 2 Feb. 7 March 23 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Mathematics Software Junior/Intermediate Feb. 9 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. MS Access Introduction Feb. 22 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. MS Excel Introduction Feb. 22 March 23 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. MS Excel Beyond the Basics March 29 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. MS Outlook Introduction Feb. 28 March 22 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. MS Outlook Beyond the Basics March 23 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. MS PowerPoint Introduction MS Publisher Introduction Feb. 7 Feb. 8 March 2 March 22 Feb. 7 March 2 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. MS Publisher Newsletters Feb. 8 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. MS Word Introduction Photoshop Elements Introduction Jan. 11 Feb. 9 Jan. 12 Jan. 17 Feb. 9 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Search Engines Introduction Feb. 21 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Weblogs Introduction Br. Edmund Rice Feb. 15 Feb. 21 Feb. 28 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

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