First Reconciliation / First Holy Communion Registration Thursday, September 21, 2017 for Elementary School children

Information Session followed by Registration: begins @7pm in the church hall for parents.  Children will have a guided tour of the church with an opportunity to ask questions from our leader. 

Registration is open to catholic children from grade 2 – 6.  Fee: $30.  A copy of candidate's Baptismal Certificate is required on registration.  Children attending Catholic elementary schools grade 2 receive First Holy Communion preparation as part of their classroom curriculum to augment parent’s preparation / instruction.  

Inquiries, please contact: Donna 613-830-5015 donna.verner@rogers.com; Maureen 613-744-3618 frank-tonon@rogers.com  (coordinators); or Katherine 613-746-2347 lel.katherine.a@gmail.com (parish teacher) and visit parish home page, click on FAMILY FAITH LOGO – First Reconciliation First Holy Communion for more information.

The staff of Thomas D'Arcy McGee Catholic School hopes that you have had a wonderful summer. We are looking forward to welcoming all of our friends ... new and old ... on Tuesday, September 5th. The school office will be open as of 9:00 am on Monday, August 28th. 

Bike Rodeo – Mark your calendar for this Saturday …Thomas D’Arcy McGee Catholic School is hosting a bike rodeo for students in kindergarten to grade 4! Lead by certified instructors from the city of Ottawa, bike rodeos are a great way for young cyclists to learn safe riding skills and rules of the road. There will be a series of stations set up that students rotate through in small groups to learn about helmet safety, bike maintenance and riding skills.  The fun starts at 9:00 am and runs until noon. 

 

Children Learn:

ü  Helmet Check

ü  Bike Check for tires, brakes, chain, pedals, seat

ü  Rules of the Road and Traffic Signs

ü  Hand Signals

ü  Shoulder Check

ü  Balance

ü  Weaving and Maneuvering

 

There is no cost to attend – the only requirements are to show up with a bike, a helmet (mandatory), a water bottle and a parent or guardian. And of course, to have fun!!

We are in need of volunteers to man the stations. If you can help out, please contact the council at tdmcgeeplaygroundcommittee@gmail.com

Mark your calendar ... our year end family BBQ is scheduled for Friday, June 16th from 5:00 to 7:30 pm. There will be bouncy castles, a magician and lots of fun activities for all. There is no charge to attend. Hot dogs, hamburgers, drinks and popcorn will be available through our cash online - ordering opens on Friday, June 2nd. 

Congratulations to Miss Lana who was honored on May 2nd at the Education Week Mass at Notre Dame Basilica. Miss Lana was awarded the Director of Education Commendation for excellence in the Ottawa Catholic School Board. Miss Lana is an educational assistant in our school. Her nomination was a compilation of accolades from both colleagues and parents. We are so proud of you Lana!

TD McGee Catholic was alive with families, fun, and ..... math on Wednesday evening. The Thomas D'Arcy McGee Catholic School Council organized and facilitated a wonderful math night for families. Parents and children played and moved together to practice everything from math facts to time to money concepts. Thank you to our wonderful organizing committee; Mrs. Howley, Mrs. Parsons, Mrs. Derouchie, Mrs. Barker and Mrs. Kidd. 

We are looking to create a sacred place of peace and beauty for all.  We would appreciate you supporting us in this endeavour by donating any of the following items:

·      Soil

·      Large yard size pots

·      Wildflower seeds (our hope is to attract butterflies, some suggested seeds are brown-eyed Susans, asters, milkweed, coneflowers, violets)

·      plants

Thanks in advance for any support you can provide.