Weekly News from the Dragon Nation!
Terry Fox Walk/Run
Thank you for your generous contributions to the Terry Fox Foundation. We raised $140 which equates to one dollar per student. This was our goal. Great work Dragons!
We had a blast commemorating the 42th anniversary of Terry’s Marathon of Hope as a community this past Friday and appreciate your unwavering support. Donations through School Cash Online will still be accepted until Monday. We can proudly say that St. Isidore an Ordinary school doing Extraordinary things!
Spirit Wear:
Great News! The St. Isidore Online store is now open and will remain open until October 16th. There is a little something for everyone from hats to hoodies and T-shirts. We celebrate spirit days on Wednesday and encourage students to don their spirit wear.
Orange Shirt Day
In honour of our commitment to Truth and Reconciliation through Indigenous Education, we will be hosting Orange Shirt Day on September 30th. We recognize the harm residential schools caused to our Indigenous people and we honour those that survived and remember those that did not. We recognize the ongoing effects of intergenerational trauma caused by residential schooling and we wear an orange shirt in support of those who have been impacted by the harm of residential schools. For more information: www.orangeshirtday.org.
Our Catholic School Advisory Council
St. Isidore Catholic School Advisory Council’s initial meeting of the 2022/2023 year will be held virtually on October 4th at 6:00 pm. It is a great opportunity for St. Isidore parents to get involved in our school and help shape the direction of our school life. We will meet on the first Tuesday of every other month. If you are interested in joining, please email Mr. Runstedler at pat.runstedler@wcdsb.ca. Thank you for your consideration.
School Cash Online Forms: Just a friendly reminder to families to please complete the start-up forms listed below. All start-up forms are active on School Cash Online.We have yet to declare a winner in the ‘first class to submit all forms’.
- Responsible Use of Technology Consent JK-3
- Responsible Use of Technology Consent – Grade 4 to 8
- Student Video & Photo Release; Information
- Concussion Code of Conduct (Parent and Student)
Umbrella Project: From the Desk of Dr. Jen
One of the most fundamental and well-researched predictors of childhood wellbeing and resilience is the quality of the relationships that children have in their lives. As the busyness of the school year picks up, remember that strong relationships need time to nurture and build. Before you add homework and extracurriculars into your child’s schedule, be sure to prioritize time in your weekly schedule for family bonding, friends, play and other important relationship-based activities as they are critical components to support your child’s wellbeing. I recommend you add these into your schedule as you would swimming lessons or piano so this time doesn’t get overlooked and forgotten.
Here are 2 ideas that pop up regularly in the research as big builders of relationship skills for your child:
- Find time for family meals together as often as possible. This seemingly simple activity improves parent-child connectedness and supports positive behaviours and health, especially as your child reaches their teen years.
- Have unstructured playdates. Unstructured play helps kids build relationships and important social skills. Book time for your child to spend time with friends that isn’t based on a prescribed activity like video games or sports but is free time where they have to create their own experience.
This low-key, fun time will help your child develop the relationships skills that will positively impact their lifelong wellbeing.
Enjoy the Weekend!
St. Isidore Staff.
