Ottawa Catholic Schools (OCSB)

📣 Reminder: School starts September 3! It’s not too late to register for school! We are looking forward to welcoming your child! 🍎

🔗 Find your school https://schoollocator.ocsb.ca:8081/Eligibility.aspx?Page=School

🔗Register: https://ocsb.ricohcloudecm.ca/Forms/StudentRegistration?utm_source=register_button&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=kindergarten_oct_31

Happy International Youth Day! This year's theme is "From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development." Let's continue to empower youth to use technology for positive and sustainable change for the future. 🌍💻

Protecting the rights of Indigenous Peoples in voluntary isolation and initial contact is crucial to preserving their cultures and the environment, ensuring the protection of our planet's diversity.

🔗Learn more: https://desapublications.un.org/un-desa-voice/more-from-undesa/july-2024/protecting-rights-indigenous-peoples-voluntary-isolation

✨🌎 Registration is open for our 2024-2025 International & Indigenous Languages Program! We're excited to offer Elementary and Secondary students a chance to learn ⁠a new language or enhance their language skills on Saturdays this school year.

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🔗 Read more: https://www.ocsb.ca/2024/08/02/your-child-can-learn-a-new-language-this-school-year/

Today is . On August 1, 1834, slavery was abolished in Canada. Join us in honouring the strength and resilience of Black communities and in combating racism and discrimination. 🇨🇦❤️

🎉 to Riley of St. Peter High School for being selected as a Canadian Ambassador of Bilingualism with FNJA (Forum national des jeunes ambassadeur·rices) for the 2024-2025 term! Next week, Riley will head to Edmonton, joining 34 other ambassadors from across Canada. He will proudly represent the , participate in leadership workshops, and prepare for his exciting project that will take place next March at his school.

During the next "Mois de la Francophonie" in March, supported by educator Véronique Bélair, Riley will lead a school-wide cultural day, "Un voyage au cœur de la francophonie," inspired by Disney's EPCOT World. French classrooms will be transformed into vibrant francophone countries where students will host and explore, experiencing rich traditions, music, dances, cuisine, and history. With a Francophone Passport, they’ll collect stamps and learn about cultural preservation. Way to go, Riley!🌟🌍

🏒 to Owen Protz, a graduate of St. Patrick's High School, on being selected by the Canadiens de Montréal at 102nd overall in the 2024 NHL Draft! Owen's defensive prowess and physical play style with the Brantford Bulldogs have made waves in the OHL, and we can't wait to see his journey in the NHL.👏

🎉🎓Join us in celebrating and congratulating our Adult Learner Graduates! We are so proud of their dedication, perseverance and hard work that brought them to this incredible achievement.

🔗Read more: https://www.ocsb.ca/2024/07/12/celebrating-our-adult-graduates/

🎉🎓Huge to many inspiring 2023-2024 graduates who received awards at their graduation ceremony this year. We are so proud of you and wish you a bright and successful future.✨

🔗 Read more: https://www.ocsb.ca/2024/07/04/high-school-honours-4-additional-graduate-awards-scholarships-2023-2024/

🎉🎓Huge to many inspiring 2023-2024 graduates who received awards at their graduation ceremony this year. We are so proud of you and wish you a bright and successful future.✨ ⁠
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🔗 Read more: https://www.ocsb.ca/2024/07/04/high-school-honours-3-be-community-award-recipients-2024/

✨ Join us as we team up with the Ottawa Catholic School Parents' Association (Ottawa CSPA) to present a special workshop by renowned educator Hannah Beach. As your child embarks on their educational adventure in kindergarten, we are dedicated to walking alongside you every step and committed to fostering your child's growth in a supportive and caring environment. 🎒

The workshop offers a fresh perspective on nurturing young minds, highlighting how play reduces aggression, lowers anxiety, supports learning, and builds resilience while supporting your child's emotional and educational growth.

🗓️ Dates: August 20 or September 17, 2024
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
📍Location: Online

🔗 Register now: https://www.ocsb.ca/2024/07/09/welcome-to-kindergarten-an-essential-workshop-for-parents/

🎉🎓Huge to many inspiring 2023-2024 graduates who received awards at their graduation ceremony this year. We are so proud of you and wish you a bright and successful future.✨

🔗 https://www.ocsb.ca/2024/07/04/high-school-honours-2-ocsb-catholic-graduate-award-recipients-2023-2024/

🎉🎓Huge to many inspiring 2023-2024 graduates who received awards at their graduation ceremony this year. We are so proud of you and wish you a bright and successful future.✨

🔗 https://www.ocsb.ca/2024/07/04/high-school-honours-1-ocsb-graduate-award-recipients-2023-2024/

🌍 Hosting an international student isn't just about accommodation—it's about creating lasting friendships and cultural exchanges. Interested in becoming a host family?

🔗Learn more about our homestay program: https://www.ocsb.ca/2024/07/04/discover-the-joy-of-hosting-the-lasting-impact-of-cross-cultural-friendships/

🇨🇦❤️🇨🇦 Happy Canada Day! As we celebrate the history and diverse culture of our nation, let's take a moment to appreciate the unity, strength, and community spirit that make our school and country so special. Wishing everyone a joyous and proud Canada Day!

WE'RE HIRING! Do you know someone who would be a great Indigenous Social Worker? Help us spread the word to find the perfect candidate. The deadline to apply is August 16, 2024. Read more on our website: ocsb.ca/opportunities

WE'RE HIRING! Do you know someone who would be a great Human Resources Administrator - Salary Administration (Term)? Help us spread the word to find the perfect candidate. The deadline to apply is July 3, 2024. Read more on our website: ocsb.ca/opportunities

✨For this week's , we turn to Thursday thoughts as our journey through the School Year has ended. Grab hold of your dreams and make them come true! Happy last day of school. Have a fantastic summer!🎉☀️🥳

🌞It's the final day of classes! We wish our a wonderful and restful summer break. We look forward to seeing you back in September! Thank you for being a part of our community—our goes out to YOU:
❤️ Our dedicated, hard-working educators and staff
💛 Our phenomenal students
💚 Our supportive families
💜 Our amazing community

✨ Celebrates Volunteer Leadership - 2024 Chair and Vice Chair Awards.
We proudly recognize exceptional individuals and organizations for their outstanding contributions to our community. 🏆

➡️Steve Georgopoulos receives the Chair's Outstanding Volunteer Award for his impactful mentorship and community dedication.
➡️Sister Shelley Lawrence has been posthumously awarded the Chair's Service Excellence Award for her incredible dedication to Catholic education.
➡️The Catholic Centre for Immigrants received the Vice-Chair's Community Partnership Award in recognition of its incredible 65 years of service to newcomers in Ottawa!

🔗Learn more: https://www.ocsb.ca/2024/06/26/ocsb-celebrates-volunteer-leadership-2024-chair-and-vice-chair-awards/

✨ We are excited to welcome your little ones for the 2024-2025 school year! Get ready for Early Reading Screenings for Year 2 of Kindergarten to Grade 2, and check out the orientation schedules to ensure a smooth start. 📚

🔗 Learn more about these key aspects: https://www.ocsb.ca/2024/06/25/kindergarten-2024-early-reading-screening/

📣 Reminder: Friday, June 28, is a PD Day for all schools. ⁠
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For more calendar dates, please visit: https://www.ocsb.ca/parents/calendar/
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📣Join us in-person or virtually tonight, June 25, 2024, for our Board Meeting at 7 pm!

🔗 Check out the agenda and live stream link: http://ocsb.ca/meetings/

✨St. Mother Teresa's "Sciency Squids" made waves at the Let's Talk Science Challenge! Led by Grade 7/8 Science Teacher Mr. Michael Major, the team won first place at Carleton University, excelling in trivia and engineering tasks. to all participants for showcasing the fun and excitement of STEM! 🦑🔬

🔗Read more: https://www.ocsb.ca/2024/06/24/st-mother-teresa-team-sciency-squids-make-a-splash-at-lets-talk-science-challenge/

🕯️Today, schools and office buildings will fly their flags at half-mast for the National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism. We pray and honour the victims who have lost their lives from acts of terror. 🙏🤍