THE FLAME
Mission of Our Lady of Lourdes School
The mission of Our Lady of Lourdes School in partnership with the home, parish
and community, is to provide the opportunity for each child to develop spiritually,
academically, socially, emotionally and physically to her or his fullest potential, in
a Christ-centred, challenging, supportive environment, so she or he will become a
contributing member of a just society.
Principal’s Message:
Our Lady of Lourdes School Community is looking forward to celebrating
Catholic Education Week in a very meaningful and significant way. Please see
our calendar of events for the week. All community members are welcome to
join us for any and all events. Kindly have a discussion with your child(ren)
regarding our events and their perception of the message delivered.
Below is Bishop Crosby's introduction to our "Walking Forward Together" theme
for the week, along with a link again highlighting the relevance. Please enjoy.
DIOCESEOFHAMILTON
700 King St. West, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada L8P 1C7
April 30 to May 5, 2017
Catholic Education Week
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,
Theme: Walking Forward Together
Walking forward together in Catholic Education means we are on a journey. As individuals, our
journey begins with important lessons learned at home with our family that continue at school.
With God’s grace, we strive to overcome failings, to seek reconciliation, and to grow in the joy
of the Gospel. As Canadians, we recognize our nation is on a journey of growth, too, marked by
struggle and accomplishment, moments of pride and regret; but a journey forward nonetheless
with great hope for the future. As we celebrate the 150th anniversary of Confederation, we
recognize that Catholic Education has always been part of that Canadian story. As our nation
has walked forward, it has never been without the gift of Catholic schools. Finally, as the People
of God, we are a pilgrim people, called, as the Church teaches, “to worship in truth and serve in
holiness”. (Lumen Gentium, 9) In our praying and learning and serving, we walk together
towards our heavenly home.
In this week of celebrating Catholic Education, may we be reminded that we are called to be a
people who journey, not content to stay in one place but always moving outward to where we
can serve others; we are called to walk together, never needing to feel alone in our mission;
and we are called toward a loving and merciful destiny.
May God continue to bless our publicly funded Catholic Schools in Ontario and all those who
serve in and with them.
Sincerely in Christ and Mary Immaculate,
+Douglas Crosby, OMI
(Most Rev.) Douglas Crosby, OMI
Bishop of Hamilton
http://hamiltondiocese.com/catholic-education-week/
BioPed Shoe Collection Update
Thank you Mr. Duench for presenting us with our BioPed Plaque at our opening
Liturgy for Catholic Education Week. Congratulations Flames for collecting 661 pairs
of shoes!
May 2
May 7
May 12
May 14
May 17
May 22
May 24
School Council Meeting 6:30 p.m.
First Eucharist 11:00 a.m. Our Lady of Lourdes Church
Muffins for Moms 7:45 a.m.
Happy Mother’s Day!
Milk Bag Project 6:00 –8:00 p.m.
Victoria Day Holiday Weekend
Kindergarten Orientation Evening 6:00 p.m.
Track and Field Update:
The Junior and Intermediate students have started their track and
field training! Each week students will participate in a variety of events
during their rotations, in preparation for the School Track & Field meet
on May 23 @ Resurrection High School. Be sure to ask your child
about their training, and encourage them to try their best!
May, the month that promises us spring, is closing in upon us. May is the
month dedicated to Mary the Mother of Jesus. May is the month dedicated
to all mothers around the world.
Mother’s Day is a significant day where we say a special thank you, to a very
special person. On this day, we have the opportunity to honour our mother
in a wonderful way, letting her know how much we love her, and thanking
her for all that she does for her family. In our busy daily lives, we often
forget, how much mothers do for us each and every day.
Our Lady of Lourdes wants to take some time to show our appreciation and
deep gratitude for our moms. We invite all mothers (or grandmothers or
any significant person) to attend a special celebration on Friday, May 12,
2017 in the gymnasium at 7:45-8:30 a.m. Coffee, juice and muffins will be
provided. Students are asked to escort your mothers and to enjoy a muffin
and some special time together. We ask that you bring your own mug for
coffee to help us preserve the environment.
Congratulations to the following Flames who received a Recognition Certificate highlighting
the Ontario Catholic Graduate Expectation of :
“A Caring Family Member”
Because I care, I pray for all my families, and I will live my life like Jesus.
JK/SK1: Aine, Jude, Elizabeth, Teddy, Solomon JK/SK2: Hayden, Tyson, Nixon, Henry JK/SK3:
Sebastian, Samantha, Zoe G1: Will, Sophie, Alexandra, Aaron G1/2: Liam, Sara G2: Johan,
Romina G3: Nolan, Jack, Sathvik G3/4: Belén, Natalie, Michael G4: Ava, Brenden, Tristan,
Jeremy G5: Nathan, Sloane, Dante G6: Max, Pearla, Kye, Kamila G6/7: Cam, Justine, Jade,
Matthew, Faraja G8: Cole, Grace, Chloe, Yves, Max, Delaney
“I am a Believer”
Because I am a believer, I will live my life like Jesus.
JK/SK1: Ryder, Norah, Cayden, Yol JK/SK2: Elijyah, Noah, Juliana, Jack, Ryder JK/SK3: Colter,
Ivanna G1: Rafael, Felipe, Carolina, Isaac, Hannah, Katie G1/2: Iulia, Erick, Johann, Chloe, G2:
Maguire, Abigail, Renia G3: Connor, Healey, Akua G3/4: Bethany, William, Sydney G4: Hailey,
Max, Jack G5: Emily, David, Sandra, Joshua G6: Tony, Chloe, Ryan, Alessandro G6/7: Adelaide,
Camilla, Keanu, Patricia, Seth G8: Yves, Max, Patrick
Catch-A-Flame Winners:
Grace
Imani
Marcus
Aleks
Sacrament of Eucharist:
Our Grade 2 students will be receiving the Sacrament of Eucharist for the
first time on May 7th at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish. Please keep our
students and their families in your prayers at this very significant time. We
welcome you to the Table of the Lord and look forward to sharing this
very special meal with you as a school community at our future school
liturgies and masses. Congratulations Grade 2's!
Congratulations!!
Thank you to all the players who represented OLOL at the Waterloo
Regional Chess Challenge on April 4, 2017! A special mention goes out to
Claire in grade 1 - she finished third in her division, and Dylan in grade 4 - he
finished second in his division! Way to go Flames!!!!
Library News:
Forest of Reading:
Our Lady of Lourdes held the vote for the Forest of Reading books in the library this
week. The students picked the following winners in the programs that they
participated in since December.
Blue Spruce: Stanley at School
Silver Birch Fiction: Heart of a Champion
Silver Birch Express: Pink is for Blobfish
Silver Birch Non-fiction: Half-Truths and Brazen Lies : An Honest Look at Lying
Thanks to all students who came to the library to read the nominated books this year!
Makerspace:
We have some students interested in finger knitting and working with yarn, so any
donations of yarn, embroidery floss, crochet hooks or knitting needles would be
greatly appreciated.
With the warmer weather approaching , we ask all parents and students to review the Dress Code for
Students, which can be found in the front of all agendas.
A few reminders for parents and students:
We invite students to bring sports equipment to school for personal use during the recess and lunch
breaks. All items should be labelled with the pupils' names.
Please refrain from bringing:
 hard baseballs
 Indian rubber balls
 toy weapons
Please note that bicycles, skateboards, scooters, and roller blades are acceptable means of
transportation for most students when a helmet is worn. If bringing such equipment to school,
students must always walk with their particular piece of equipment when on school property – they
must never use this equipment when on school property. For your own safety and the safety of others,
always follow these procedures. Please secure bicycles and scooters at our designated bike racks.
Mrs. Kowalski’s Grade 6/7 Class Eat to Beat Cancer Pancake Breakfast:
Thank you Lourdes for your amazing support. It was another success: $5302.70 was raised for
the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre!
Transportation details for the 2017-2018 school year will be available on Monday
August 21, 2017.
Parents can login and view their child’s transportation details by going to www.stswr.ca
and following these easy steps:
Click on “Student Login”
Enter your child’s Ontario Education Number (OEN)
The OEN can be found on your child’s report card
Numbers only, no space, no dash
Enter your child’s birth date
dd/mm/yyyy
Enter your child’s street number
house number only
Select the school your child is attending from the drop down menu
Please note that any address changes must be done at your child’s school. If you are
moving in the summer or changing caregiver arrangements for the fall, you should
communicate the change of address to your child’s school before the end of the 2016
-2017 school year.
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