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CANADIAN MARTYRS CATHOLIC SCHOOL COUNCIL MEETING
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Tuesday, April 19 , 2016
Attending: Sarah, Lina, Deb, Dolly, Melissa, Stephanie, Claire, Craig, Lerida, Amy, Mrs. Traina, Mr. Messina
1. Opening Prayer- Melissa
2. Welcome and Introduction
3. Principals Report
THE MISSION OF THE HWCDSB
The mission of Catholic Education in Hamilton-Wentworth, in union with our Bishop, is to enable all learners to realize the fullness of
humanity of which our Lord Jesus Christ is the model.
SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLAN – SCHOOL GOALS
Learning with Faith Goal
The Staff of Canadian Martyrs CES will explicitly teach the traditional Catholic prayers & meditations
(including the Rosary and Stations of the Cross); as well, the responses to the four parts of the Mass,
which will increase student knowledge, participation and leadership during daily classroom/school prayers,
and school monthly and community weekly Masses.
April Focus: Church Tour - Sacristy, Choir loft, baptismal font, paintings, sculptures, altar/tabernacle
Literacy Goal
The staff of Canadian Martyrs CES, through differentiated instruction, will work to foster the acquisition,
and understanding of reading strategies to improve proficiency across the curriculum.
April Focus: 3 Types of Questions – literal, inferential, evaluative continued…
Numeracy Goal
The staff of Canadian Martyrs CES will introduce, expose and explore the 7 mathematical processes as
they work to achieve the expectations outlined within the five strands of mathematics. This will be done
through modeling, practice and open response opportunities to improve on student mindset towards
mathematics and greater student success.
April Focus: Reflecting
Pathways Goal
The staff of Canadian Martyrs CES will work to support students with explicit teaching and guided student
exploration as students develop learning skills, work habits, and goal setting; and work through
education/career/life planning.
April Focus: Learning Skill: Independent Work
Mrs. Traina- sees a huge difference in the younger grades in their independence and self-regulation from
Sept. to April- less crying, comfortable, follow routines
Catholic Community, Culture and Service Goal
The staff of Canadian Martyrs CES will work to foster an inclusive, safe, and healthy school environment.
April Focus: Earth Month & Caring Carnival
Caring Carnival- May 20- The whole school will participate and be divided into teams with an associated color
(students will dress in that color). There will be 7 groups for the 7 colours of the rainbow. Overall it is a day
aimed at bringing awareness to/improving mental health. There will be many stations/activities including:,
Zumba, Healthy Snack, Yoga, Chill Zone (sensory activities), Colouring Station/Banner of Positive Message,
Music Therapy, Meditation, Button with Positive Message, Social Worker session-brag and drag (or
alternative).
The purpose it to build confidence/self-esteem and mental wellness (the HAT team has been working on it too)
It was suggested by the council that the school should contact the board so they can do a write up and let the
media know about it.
Principal’s Report
1. School Improvement Plan, March Focus: see front page
2. Student enrollment - 191 to-date
Currently- we have to lose one FDK class, but this may change in August (27 currently registered)
3. Staff Up-date – Bob Speziale (Supply E.A.), Tony Borges (Additional EA), Victoria Gennacaro (LTO AIT- arts itinerant
teacher). Mrs. Lamparski is gradually returning
4. Student Voice – Four Grade 8 Students as Ambassadors: Jump Rope for Heart – Assembly (This Friday) &
Event
5. Extra-curricular:
 Intermural Co-Ed Volley Ball continued…
 Robotics Lunch Club
 Stamp Club
6. Calendar of Events: April 20 – May
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See April/May Calendar for details, some highlights include:
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ECO Event – Walk, Wheel Wear Yellow Day
Officer Henry Substance Abuse Presentation – Gr. 6-8
St. Mary CSS Band Performance
Jump Rope for Heart Kick off Assembly
FDK-3 Sharon and Bram Concert @ Redeemer College
Annual Chess Tournament
Spring Life Touch Photos
April Student of the Month Awards
P.A. Day – Friday, April 29 (June 10 and 24 are also PA days)
Junior Math Challenge
Catholic Education Week – May 1-6
Scholastic Book Fair – May 3-10
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Mass, Liturgy & Sacramental:
CEW Community Mass – May 1 at 10:00a.m.
First Holy Communion – May 8 at 10:00a.m.
Confirmation – May 15 at 11:00a.m. at the Basilica of Christ the King
May Crowning
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Cross Country (Date-Monday May 9)
Grade 8 Camp Brebeuf (Dates- May 10,11,12)
St. Mary Drumline Performance
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Parents Reaching Out Grants - The deadline for applications is May 29, 2016.
7. CM Spirit Wear T-Shirts (Postpone to September 2016)
Quote from Bombardieri -$6 plus tax- maroon shirt with logo*we will go with this quote*
Mason Athletics $6.75 quoted
Want to find out how long it takes to get them- if it is quick we will do a sizing day and order in September
(want them for Sept 26), if not we will have sizing day in June and order a bigger size to accommodate
growth.
8. School Communication Reminders:
 School Correspondence: Phone, Student Agenda Books, Notes
 School Website: Banner/Buzz Board/Tabs/cama (weekly e-mail up-date blitz)
 Monthly Calendar
 School E-mail - [email protected]
 Protocols - Arrival at School, School Visits, Playground
 Appointment with Principal or Teaching Staff
Items in red have been added to the Principal’s Report by the Secretary.
4. Treasurer’s Report:
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5. Co-chair Report: Melissa/Lina
Pasta Dinner:
 Ordering main food from Roma, cake from Costco
 Drinks- water (limes/lemons) with compost cups, juice boxes (6/10 voted for)
 Get tables from church- let the custodian know
 79 tickets sold- We have 125 families- 13 families are coming thus far (8 are on council)
 New ideas for next year???? - BBQ (Harvey’s)- bring soccer balls/lawn chairs/chalk, family fun night
(BBQ, games), Taco night, food truck
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Ward One Idea- Voting May 16- June 3
 Update from Craig- Our idea is on the list. This Thursday they are making a short list from 380 ideas
submitted. Kate/Claire/Craig will attend the meeting this Thursday to represent the project.
 How often can we vote? Will find out
 Craig wants to divide up the area of Ward 1 and for each of us to take an area and drop off information or
go door to door to promote voting for the project.
 We will be able to advertise through our Board website
 If you work in the area or are students you can still vote.
 Ainslie-Wood community group have been applying for these funds each year- they have received the
funding consistently and have banked it.
 Could the kids vote? We think so.
 Mr. Messina will contact St. Mary’s Principal and Ward 1 Trustee about the details.
 Dividing up the areas:
Dundurn/Locke North- Melissa
Ainslie Wood- Dolly, Amy, Lina, Craig, Stephanie
Lock South- Lerida/Kate
Westdale- Sarah/Claire
McMaster- Craig/Dolly
 Craig will produce a blurb to be sent out- Mr. Messina will get it printed.
 We will distribute it around May 16 when voting starts.
End of Year Trips:
 Grade7/8- Wonderland
 The rest haven’t decided, but when they figure out their trips, we will decide how much to contribute ($510)
Playday- To decide next meeting- Melissa will look into ice cream/slushy truck
Teacher Appreciation- To decide next meeting
Next Meeting,
Tuesday May 17