Category: General

Outdoor Play & Inclement Weather Procedures

With the winter season upon us, this is a reminder to parents and guardians that students are to dress appropriately for outdoor play. Remember to wear a warm coat, hat, mittens and proper footwear. Many of our students are often getting their pants and socks wet during recesses and need an extra change of clothing. Please ensure that your child has an extra pair of ... Continue reading "Outdoor Play & Inclement Weather Procedures"

Bullying Awareness and Prevention

Ontario has designated the week beginning on the third Sunday of November as Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week to help promote safe schools and a positive learning environment. In preparation, St. Jerome has invited “Brave Education” (https://braveeducation.com) to conduct virtual workshops with our Grade 1-8 students.  Both in person and remote students will participate with their class.

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Attendance, Switching Modalities & Code of Conduct in Our Hybrid Model

To answer some of the questions regarding our hybrid model when it comes to the importance of attendance, being classroom ready, and switching modalities, it is hoped that the following two references will be helpful.

Parent Letter – Remote Learning Code of Conduct – 29OCT20 (1)

Hybrid Model Switching Modalities_Attendance (1)

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Halloween At School!

We are looking forward to a safe and appropriate Halloween experience at school.  Please note that due to COVID-19 precautions and restrictions, the following is not permitted this year:

  • Sharing of treats, candy, food, etc.
  • Hallowe’en dances
  • Costume parades around the school

 

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Our New CSC!

Announcing our CSC for the 2020/2021 school year.  Thank you to these members for their dedication and commitment to the St. Jerome school community.  We look forward to working together.
  • Chair-Hailey Dewar
  • Co-Chair-John Lyn
  • Treasurer-Pam Jornacion
  • Secretary-Sandra Muzzi-Pedota
  • Parish Rep-Peggy Saad
  • YCPIC/OAPCE Rep- Linsday Parsons/Debbie Sciaraffa
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Hybrid Learning

At any time our learners may be switching from one style of learning to another.  In preparation, for either in person or remote learning, it is especially important for parents/guardians to be aware of what our hybrid classrooms are like.  The following are some informational pieces that we hope will be helpful as we continue to work together.

 

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