May 22, 2026
May 22, 2026
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Dear Families,
It is an exciting time of year at our school, with many year-end trips coming up, our Grade 6 students preparing to graduate, and our Fun Fair just around the corner. It was also lovely to welcome many families to our Open Doors, Open House earlier this month during Education Week.
Last week, our Junior students enjoyed a day of Track and Field competition. Some of our athletes will be moving on to compete at the upcoming Ottawa East Track and Field Meet at the Terry Fox Athletic Facility at Mooney’s Bay next week. Congratulations to all of our athletes for their hard work and sportsmanship.
Today, our Eco Club presented their Eco Fair. Students worked hard to prepare and share their research and creations in the gym, offering tips and strategies for helping to keep our Earth green. We are very proud of their creativity, leadership, and commitment to environmental stewardship.
We would also like to make a special mention to many of our Grade 2 students who celebrated their First Communion at Divine Infant Church earlier this month. As well, congratulations to many of our Grade 6 students who will be celebrating their Confirmation next week. These are important milestones, and we are proud to celebrate them alongside our students and families.
Wishing you a wonderful weekend,
Ms. Allison Wawryn
Principal
FUN FAIR
Please join us!
When: Thursday June 11, 5 - 8pm
Thank you to our amazing School Council for organizing this event.
PIZZA DAY - change of date
Grade 6 only
This week Pizza day for Grade 6 will be:
Tuesday May 26
(not Wed. May 27)
This is to accommodate the Gr. 6 field trip.
All other classes will receive pizza on Wednesday May 27
Thank you!
OSTA Year End Information and Key Dates
OSTA Year End Information and Key Dates
For all details click HERE.
Opt-out of transportation
Joint Custody - variable transportation
Parent Portal - closes June 30, re-opens mid-August
Extended Day Program - EDP
First Rider Program - learn about bus safety and take a ride on the bus
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 the right clothing for the weather.
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.
May 25 - 29 Gr. 3 and 6 EQAO (June 2 -3 Make-up dates)
May 28 - East Track & Field Meet
May 30 - Confirmation Mass at Divine Infant Parish, 2pm
June - Pride Month
June 11 - Fun Fair, 5-8pm.
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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