Black History Month is a time of remembrance, learning, and renewal. It invites us to reflect on the many ways Black people have shaped Canada’s past, strengthened its present, and continue to imagine its future. For students, families, and educators across the Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB), this month offers an opportunity to engage with Black history not as a single moment in time, but as a living story carried across generations.

This year’s theme, “Honouring Black Brilliance Across Generations: From Nation Builders to Tomorrow’s Visionaries,” centres continuity. It recognizes the contributions of Black Canadians whose labour, leadership, and creativity helped build communities, institutions, and movements, often in the face of exclusion and injustice, while affirming the brilliance of today’s Black youth who are already shaping conversations and imagining new possibilities.

Your Ticket, Their Tomorrow: the CEFO 50/50 Raffle is back!

The Catholic Education Foundation of Ottawa (CEFO) is an independent charitable arm of the Ottawa Catholic School Board. Since 1999, CEFO has supported OCSB students and their families during times of personal tragedy and financial hardship.

Again this year, OCSB has partnered with BUMP to host the CEFO 50/50 raffle. Every ticket you purchase will help support a child in need in our schools. You can purchase 50/50 tickets online at the CEFO 50/50 raffle website from 8:00 am on February 2 until noon on Friday, February 27. The winner will receive 50% of the total money raised through ticket sales, with the other 50% going to CEFO. 

Every ticket purchased helps provide urgent support to OCSB students and families facing financial hardship. Get yours before February 27 and make a difference in our community! Buy a Ticket

We extend our congratulations to the OCSB on the success of the recent Kindergarten Campaign!

If you haven't yet, it's not too late to register your child for Kindergarten (or other grades) for the upcoming school year. Help spread the word that Our Lady of Wisdom is a wonderful school community where students thrive!

Welcome to Kindergarten is on Wednesday, March 25 at 4pm.

Use the link below for assistance:

• Registration Information

Grade 3 parents will soon be asked to select a French program for their child, Core or Immersion.

Café français will be held on Wednesday, February 11th beginning at 7PM-Join us virtually via FacebookLIVE OR in person at Lester B. Pearson High School 

Are you trying to decide which French program is right for your child? Wondering what to expect from the different French pathways offered at the OCSB?

Join the Ottawa Catholic School Board’s French consultants for an engaging and informative session. Parents can register through THIS link for any sessions. 

What does this mean? 

National Sweater Day in Canada is an annual WWF-Canada event, typically held on the first Thursday of February, encouraging people to lower their thermostats and wear sweaters to conserve energy and raise awareness about climate change. 

It promotes reducing greenhouse gas emissions by turning down building temperatures, with participants showing commitment to lowering energy use through cozy sweaters.

Our school is starting a new system called SafeArrival. You can now report when your child is late or absent without calling the office.

3 Ways to Report an Absence:

1. Mobile App: Download the SM Home app (Apple or Google Play). 

2. Website: Go to home.schoolmessenger.ca. 

3. Phone: Call 1-844-478-2598 and follow the instructions.

Why use SafeArrival?

• It is fast and easy.

• You can report absences for many children at the same time.

• You can schedule absences in advance.

• It helps us know your child is safe.

Check out this letter for more details and helpful links.

Questions? Please communicate with the school office. We are happy to help!