A Message from the Principal
At Sir Albert Catholic School, we are committed to providing a safe, caring and rich learning environment for all students. In partnership with St. Gertrude Catholic Church and our parent community, student well-being and achievement are our top priority. We encourage every student to reach their full potential in an inclusive setting. We hope to nurture, support and inspire students on their road to becoming compassionate, confident and responsible Catholic graduates.
I am available to support your family and I welcome you to reach out to discuss any ideas, questions or concerns that you may have. I look forward to working in partnership with you for a successful school year!
Mrs. P. Pereira, Principal
| Mission Statement |
| We are called to celebrate and nurture the God-given talents of each student as we serve with excellence in the light of Christ. |
| Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations |
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September - A Collaborative Contributor October - A Discerning Believer November - A Reflective, Creative, and Holistic Thinker December - January - A Self-Directed, Responsible, Life-Long Learner February - A Caring Family Member March - April - May - A Responsible Citizen June - An Effective Communicator |
| Catholic Virtues Celebrated Monthly |
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September - Building Community October - Faith November - Justice December - Hope January - Fortitude (Courage) February - Love March - Temperance (Self-Control) April - Prudence (Right Choice) May - Service June - Celebrating Our Gifts and Talents |
| School Prayer |
| God, Our Creator, You are with us today as we try our best in everything we do. Help us to be good to one another, in the words we use and the things we do. Help us to be peacemakers and good problem solvers. When we disagree with one another, help us to listen with an open mind and to resolve our differences with respectful words and actions. Above all, help us to work together because together we will build a better community for everyone. We ask this through Christ, our Lord. Amen |
| School and Parish Community |
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The staff at Sir Albert Love Catholic School works closely with St. Gertrude Catholic Church and Parish as well as the general community to develop the faith life of our students. Daily prayer, religious lessons and liturgical celebrations and presentations are part of school life. The staff of St. Gertrude Catholic Church assists with special religious instruction such as sacramental preparation and support faith-based activities at our school. Celebrations rooted in our faith are held throughout the school year. Family and community members are always invited and encouraged to attend. Over the course of the school year we participate in a variety of social justice projects in order to support our parish and community. Through these outreach initiatives we hope that our students will develop the ability to become collaborative contributors who find meaning, dignity, fulfillment and vocation in work that contributes to the common good. |
| St. Gertrude Catholic Church |
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Pastor: Reverend Paul Magyar Office Administrator: Teresa Walsh Phone Number: 905-430-0828 |
| Sir Albert Love Catholic School Parent Council (CSC) |
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The Sir Albert Love Catholic School Parent Council is active in developing the partnership between school and home. All parents/guardians are invited to attend council meetings and are encouraged to get involved. Your participation is valued and supports many activities and information sessions that enhance student learning. The Catholic School Council endeavors to:
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| Durham Student Transportation Service (DSTS) |
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Office: (905) 666-6295 or 1 (800) 240-6943 Automated Telephone Line: (905) 666-6979 or 1 (866) 908-6578 Website: www.dsts.on.ca Durham Student Transportation Services (DSTS) is responsible for the management of all home to school transportation for eligible students in Durham Region. The DSTS automated phone line is the easiest way to obtain accurate information. You will need to have your child’s date of birth and student OEN number (9 digit student number found on your child’s report card). Safety Expectations:
Riding a school bus is a privilege. The students must exhibit proper and safe behaviours while riding the bus. If an infraction occurs, a warning letter may be sent home. For repeated infractions, your child may be suspended from riding the bus for a designated period of time. Alternate transportation arrangements will be the responsibility of the parent/guardian during this time. Cancellations Due to Weather Conditions:
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| Asthma Medications and Ryan's Law |
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Ryan's Law, 2015, was recently passed by the Ontario Legislature. This piece of legislation is an important step to support the well-being of students with asthma in Ontario schools. Over the course of the next school year, the Durham Catholic District School Board will be working to implement the requirements of this legislation and developing a more formal process to identify students with asthma and their asthma medication. If your child has asthma, you will be required to complete the “Administration of Oral Medication”. This form provides specific details and instructions on the administration of the required medication for your child and gives parental consent to store and administer this medication at school. With your permission, your child will be allowed to carry his/her asthma medication on his/her person at all times. You are encouraged to provide a fanny pack or pouch to facilitate this. Permission will need to be renewed each school year along with any updates to your child’s medical information. |
| School Dress Code |
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We encourage all parents/guardians to monitor how their children dress for school each day. Often, our young people have not had enough experience to determine how weather conditions may change during the day and, as a result, they may come to school ill-prepared. Only with constant guidance can our students learn to dress appropriately for the weather conditions and for the learning environment. The Dress Code for Sir Albert Love Catholic School reflects the understanding that school is a student’s place of work. Students are expected to be dressed and groomed appropriately for their age. Attire is to be consistent with the expectations of an environment reflecting a Catholic school community. The standards of dress for students at Sir Albert Love Catholic School are reviewed with the Catholic School Council as outlined by Board policy. Parents need to refer to these standards when unsure about what is acceptable dress at school in order to support their children in using good judgment in this regard. The guideline outlined applies to all in-school situations, on the school grounds and while attending all school-related activities and events. This dress code is based on the values of good health and hygiene, safety, modesty, common sense (age-appropriate) and consideration for others. The acceptable standards of dress for students at Sir Albert Love Catholic School will be established and regularly reviewed through the Catholic School Council and may include:
A phone call may be made to alert parents of a concern that persists. The final decision regarding the dress code will be at the discretion of the principal or designate. This dress code will be enforced by all staff members. If a student arrives to school inappropriately dressed, a staff member will meet with the student to discuss what changes must be made in order to have him/her remain at school. All Dress Code infractions will be addressed with discretion and respect. |
| DCDSB Safe, Caring, and Healthy Elementary Schools |
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The Durham Catholic District School Board recognizes that a school should be a place that promotes responsibility, respect, civility, and academic excellence in a safe learning and teaching environment. A positive school climate exists when all members of the school community feel safe, comfortable, and accepted. It is the responsibility of all members of the school community to work together to create a positive learning environment where all members feel supported. |
| Access to Premises |
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Parents/guardians are welcome to visit the school to discuss an issue with teachers or administrators. In keeping with the Board’s Access to School Premises Policy, all doors will remained locked during school hours. Our Safe Welcome Program provides an intercom and camera at the main door of the school for all visitors to communicate with the office prior to entering the school. This enhances the safety of students and staff. Please remember that anyone coming into the school must first sign in at the office and obtain a Visitor’s badge. (Parents/guardians are not allowed access to the school yard before school or during recesses and noon hour.) At recess time, the school yard is well supervised and staff will question anyone whose presence is not expected. Each member of staff is wearing photo ID and is identified on duty with a safety vest. If a parent/guardian needs to pick up his/her son/daughter during the school day, this must be facilitated at the office. Members of the office staff will call the student down to the office to be signed out. If parents send a friend/relative/designate to pick up their child, please advise the school in advance and ask the designate to provide photo identification at the office. If the student returns to school before dismissal, he/she must sign back in at the office so that his/her attendance can be monitored. |
| Make Every Day Count – Attendance Matters |
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Attending school regularly helps children feel better about school—and themselves. Now is the time to start building this habit so your child learns right away that going to school on time, every day is important. Good attendance will help children do well in high school, college or university and in the world of work. Did You Know? Absences can add up quickly. A child is considered chronically absent if he/she misses just two days every month!! Research shows:
School success goes hand in hand with good attendance! What You Can Do:
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| Safe Arrival – Automatic Attendance System |
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In June 2018, The Durham Catholic District School Board adopted a new automated attendance system, called Safe Arrival, for reporting student absences. Safe Arrival reduces the time it takes to verify student attendance making it easier for you to report your child’s absence and easier for staff to respond to unexplained student absences. Parents are able to report their child’s absence quickly and conveniently using three different methods:
All three methods are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Future absences, like doctor’s appointments can be reported ahead of time. For more information, please visit the school website. |
| Restorative Schools |
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We believe that safety begins with positive connections between the students, staff and parents. To foster these relationships, staff in the Durham Catholic District School Board use restorative practices, including classroom circles and small group conferences to build community within the classroom and the school. Restorative Practice is rooted in the same philosophical approach as Canada’s Native Aboriginal communities. It rests on the belief that it is best to do things with people, rather than to them. When conflict arises, using restorative practice engages students in a fair process that responds to behavior in ways that strengthen and repair the relationship. It is collaborative rather than adversarial in nature. The aim of restorative practice is to hold individuals accountable for their actions while restoring and repairing any relationships amongst each other and within the community that may have been harmed. Catholic Restorative Schools will:
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| School Code of Conduct |
| Please click here to read the Code of Conduct |
