St. Patrick's Intermediate School: St. Patrick's Blog Week of December 14-18

Merry Christmas!

I would like to take this opportunity to extend a very Merry Christmas and a special holiday season to all of our St. Patrick’s families. As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, we also recognize the additional celebrations of the many faiths that make up our school community. At this special time of year, we acknowledge the hard work of our students and staff in bringing a comfortable Christmas to many who might otherwise go without. Our support of the Christmas Hamper program is a practical reminder of the meaning of Advent and Christmas themes. I hope that each one of you is able to find time to relax and recharge during the holidays.

IEP Information Night

Do you ever wonder if your child should be on an IEP (Individual Education Plan)? Is your child on an IEP and you'd like more information on IEP's in general? Then this night is for you! On Monday, January 18 at 7 p.m. at St. Pat's Intermediate, the Student Services/Resource staff will be putting on a presentation dealing with IEP's. All are welcome to attend.

Reading Buddies at St. Gemma

Our students who headed over to St. Gemma on Tuesday to read to the grade 2 class had an exceptional experience. They really enjoyed meeting future St. Pat's students, helping them with their reading skills. This initiative will continue throughout the school year.

Dress-Down Days

A reminder that there are two dress-down days this week...our regular one on Friday and a special one on Monday to raise money for refugee support. The dress-down day on Monday is a Board-wide activity. Both dress-down days cost $2 for EACH day.

Ottawa Public Health Immunization Information

For information on immunization requirements and what to do if you receive a suspension notice from Ottawa Public Health, please access the following link:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=0ByrlYMrTjslHUTV5bUNHemtlM0RzUzV5QmtBR2FuU2VSaVlN

Shamrock Fashions for Students

Last year, a group of students and staff collaborated on an entrepreneurial initiative called Shamrock Fashions, in which donated clothing and other items become available for sale at the school. This Tuesday, at lunch, Shamrock Fashions will be open for those wishing to purchase such items.