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OCSB United in Black Day: January 19
OCSB United in Black Day: January 19
At the Ottawa Catholic School Board, we are committed to ensuring every student feels safe, seen, and supported. Through our Strategic Plan, we work daily to remove systemic barriers and celebrate the diversity that makes our school communities strong.
This Monday, we celebrate our 5th annual United in Black Day. This is a dedicated time to celebrate diverse Black identities, raise awareness of the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism, and stand together against systemic barriers.
Show Your Support: Students and staff are encouraged to wear black on January 19 to show solidarity and uplift Black voices.
Thank you for helping us foster a community rooted in respect and dignity for all.
**New Attendance System**
**New Attendance System**
We are excited to introduce SafeArrival, a new attendance management system being rolled out across OCSB schools. SafeArrival is designed to make it easier, faster, and more convenient for families to report absences and late arrivals.
SafeArrival helps schools verify attendance more efficiently, enhances student safety, and keeps families informed in real time. Many school boards across the country already use this system, and parents consistently report that they appreciate its convenience and ease of use.
With SafeArrival, there's no need to call the school and leave a message. Instead, you can quickly and securely report your child's absence in one of three ways:
Using the SchoolMessenger Home App: Download and install the SchoolMessenger Home app from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
If you already have the SchoolMessenger app or an account, you can log in to the new SM Home app using the same credentials. If you don't already have an account, please create one using the email address on file with your child’s school. Follow these instructions to submit an absence.Online: Visit home.schoolmessenger.ca.
The first time you visit, click Sign Up to create your account using the email address on file with your child’s school.
Once you have an account, click the avatar in the upper right corner and select Attendance, then Report an Absence. Follow these instructions to submit an absence.Phone: Call the toll-free number 1-844-478-2598 and follow the prompts to report your child's absence using the automated phone system. Follow these instructions to submit an absence.
Using SafeArrival, you can:
Report absences in advance or respond to unexplained absences.
Notify the school for multiple children all at once.
Include a reason for each absence with just a few taps.
Ensure school staff are alerted promptly and can follow up quickly if needed.
If you have any questions or need support setting up SafeArrival, please contact the school office—we're happy to help.
Thank you for your on-going cooperation and support in helping us ensure the safety and well-being of all our students.
School Lunch Orders from Subway and Pita Pit
School Lunch Orders from Subway and Pita Pit
We've started a new lunch option for this upcoming week! It is too late to order for this week, but parents can order through School Cash Online before noon on Sunday for the week ahead. Tuesdays (Subway) and Thursdays (Pita Pit).
Coming soon: OCSB’s 2nd Student Census will take place Feb 24th - March 13th
Coming soon: OCSB’s 2nd Student Census will take place Feb 24th - March 13th
Each student in grades 4 through 12 will complete the census at school. Parents will be sent a link to the census for each child in grades Kindergarten through 3. Answers are voluntary and confidential.
The information collected will help us:
Plan programs and services that support student success.
Understand language, cultural, and identity needs in our schools.
Improve resources for students with diverse backgrounds.
Guide equity and inclusion work.
Identify areas where additional support is needed; and
Create schools where every student feels safe, welcome, and included.
Want to learn more?
Attend a Parent Engagement Session:
Virtually: Thurs, Jan 29th at Noon or 7:00 PM
Sign up for a session HERE using the same email address you will use to access the Google Meet.
Translation will be provided automatically through closed captioning.
In-Person:
Wed, Feb 4th at St. Paul High School (6:30 PM) OR
Thurs, Feb 5th Lester B Pearson High School (7:30 PM)
On-site child minding will be provided.
Need more info? Consult: Board Census Webpage and FAQ
Note: If you prefer that your child not participate, an opt-out form will be available from Feb 2nd - 13th on our website and a link will be sent directly to your email in February.
What's on this week
What's on this week
Monday January 19th
6:30 - 7:30PM - School Council Meeing - School Library
OCSB - United in Black Day (see info above)
Tuesday January 20th
Subway lunch (for those who ordered)
Wednesday January 21th
Pizza
Gr. 2-4 Art/Comic Club (lunch recess)
"Flaming Pencils" writing club - Gr. 4-6 (lunch recess)
Thursday January 22th
Pita Pit Lunch (for those who ordered)
Friday January 23th
Popcorn - (for those who ordered)
SCHOOL COUNCIL CORNER
MEETINGS: 6:30 pm on
22 Sep, 20 Oct, 19 Nov, 19 Jan, 17 Feb, 20 Apr, 19 May, 8 Jun
All are welcome to attend. Meetings are in the Learning Commons.
Council has the following year-round fundraisers:
Mabel’s Labels: Who doesn't need labels to keep their children's stuff from getting lost? Mabel’s Labels has teamed up with Chapel Hill to provide 20% of your purchase as a donation to our ongoing fundraising efforts. All you have to do is go to mabelslabels.ca, search for and select "Chapel Hill Catholic School (Orleans)" from the list of schools under the "Support a Fundraiser'' tab and the school will receive a donation from that purchase.
Contact Info: for any issues/concerns/questions, email CHCScouncil@gmail.com
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