Apr. 10, 2026
Apr. 10, 2026
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Dear Families,
As we continue through this joyful spring season, we extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones and hope you had a happy Easter filled with rest, connection, and celebration.
Please join us for our Easter Mass on Tuesday, April 21 at 9:30 a.m. in our school gym. All families are welcome to attend as we come together as a school community in reflection and celebration.
This week, students had an exciting opportunity to participate in a dynamic movement workshop with Luv to Groove! Through music and guided instruction, students explored a variety of dance styles, built confidence in their movement, and expressed themselves creatively in a fun and inclusive environment. It was wonderful to see their enthusiasm, energy, and willingness to try something new.
Next week, we are thrilled to welcome Jungle Sport to St. Francis of Assisi! Our gym will be transformed into an action-packed climbing adventure space, giving students the chance to develop their physical skills and coordination, through active play. Please ensure your child wears proper running shoes, as appropriate footwear is required for participation.
For families of students in Grades 3 and 6, please note that EQAO assessments will take place during the week of May 25–29, with make-up days scheduled for June 2–3.
We wish you a wonderful weekend with your families.
Sincerely, Allison Wawryn
Principal
Lenten Project - Coins for Carolyn
Thank you for supporting our Lenten Project! We are in the process of counting all fundsw collected.
All proceeds will go toward supporting ALS research in Carolyn’s honour. Thank you for your generosity and support. Together, we bring hope and make a difference.
JUNGLE SPORT
-Coming Soon-
When: Apr 13 - 17
Permission form sent through school cash online.
*Students must wear running shoes to particpate
Ottawa CSPA
The Family Smartphone Guide (East)
-Divine Infant Elementary SchoolOttawa, ON
-Monday, April 20 • 7 PM - 8:30 PM
For more info and to REGISTER click HERE
SUMMER SCHOOL
Ottawa Special Olympics Ontario
Be sure to visit our website for more info: https://ottawa.specialolympicsontario.ca
Information about dates,
times, locations and cost is available on our website.
OCSB Summer Camps
Summer is the perfect time for your child to explore their passion, learn something new, be active and have fun! Summer Camps through Continuing and Community Education at the Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB) offer precisely that.
Choose from a wide range of fantastic camp experiences. Our camps are a combination of fun and games with a focus on your child’s educational development. Whether your child wants to explore physical activity, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) programming, gaming, culinary arts, the outdoors or the visual arts, we have a camp just for them.
Dress for the Weather
Dress for the Weather
Outdoor play is an important part of every child’s day. Fresh air and active play support physical health, social skills, creativity, and overall well-being.
Outdoor Play Reminder: We go outside in all kinds of weather! Please send your child with a hat, mitts and rain gear as needed.
With the right clothing, students can enjoy the outdoors comfortably and safely in every season.
School Mental Health Ontario is offering a free webinar series designed to help parents and caregivers navigate important topics to support their children’s mental health.
This expert-led series will provide insights and practical strategies on:
balanced device use
vaping
body image
anxiety
The webinars will also include answers to questions that parents/caregivers can provide ahead of the webinar, giving you the chance to ask questions and gain practical guidance.
Sessions run March to June
By your side: Parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning and well-being for every family. Click here.
Key topics in the Parent/Caregiver Learning Hub include:
· understanding mental health
· promoting mental health at home
· supporting mental health at school
· stress and anxiety management
· substance use prevention
· navigating digital technology use
· reaching out for help
Neighbourhood Health & Wellness Hubs
Full schedule for services and locations of Neighbourhood Health and Wellness Hubs: www.OttawaPublicHealth.ca/NeighbourhoodHub
Kiss & Ride
Kiss & Ride
If you are using the Kiss & Ride, please drive all the way down the roundabout to pick up your children safely. Do not pick up half way toward the roundabout.
This prevents students from running between cars, and keeps our Kiss & Ride running safely and smoothly.
Drop Off & Pick Up
Drop Off & Pick Up
Please remember: For safety, there is no car drop offs or pick-ups near the Junior exit in the small paved area: please do not use Charlemange as a pick up or drop off. That area must stay clear for student and pedestrian safety.
Instead, please use the Kiss N Ride or park a block away and walk to meet your children.
Thank you for helping us keep school safe for all students.
Apr. 13 - 17 - Jungle Sport
Apr 20 - School Council Meeting 6:30pm
Apr. 21 - Easter Mass 9:30am
May 25 - 29 Gr. 3 and 6 EQAO (June 2 -3 Make-up dates)
May 30 - Confirmation Mass at Divine Infant Parish, 2pm
OSTA Parent Portal
OSTA Parent Portal
If your child takes the bus, please sign up and login for important bussing updates.
Click here to submit your vulnerable sector check and become a volunteer at the school!
Students with Medical Conditions
Students with Medical Conditions
If your child has a medical condition, please see below.
In order to best care for your child, parents/guardians must download and print the OSCB Life Threatening Medical Condition and Request and Consent for Administration form and provide it to the school at the beginning of the school year. This form must be updated every school year and/or if the information or medication dosage changes.
In the link provided please also download and print out the corresponding Plan of Care Form that pertains to your child. The Plan of Care Form must be filled out by all new students or if there are any changes to an existing student's plan of care.
If there is no change to your Plan of Care then you can skip it and download and print out the Annual Review Form which can be found at the bottom of the first link.
Please hand in all applicable forms to the front office at St. Francis of Assisi.
If your child no longer has a medical condition please go on to your Parent Portal, log-in, under the purple banner select Forms, select OCSB Student Verification for the child you want to make the change for. Fill out the areas only where there is a change and click submit.
Medication must be sent to school in the original container with your child's name clearly on the label.
Epipens and Asthma Inhalers – Two are recommended , one with the child and one at the office.
Please fill in the linked forms for your child and send them in to the office. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the school.
All the above information and more can be found at https://www.ocsb.ca/parents/student-health/.
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