Hello Newest Bobcats!
It was wonderful meeting you at our awesome school, Christ the King.
Parents and Guardians: Please reach out with any further questions you may have. Here is a slide deck of what was presented this evening for your reference: CTK WTK 2024 – Google Slides
Your classroom teacher will reach out in late August to let you know which Kindergarten class your child will be in.
Welcome to CTK!
Waterloo Catholic District School Board is committed to supporting your child’s continued learning. In July and August this year, there are several FREE* learning options offered through St. Louis and are available for elementary and secondary students that will ignite, support and challenge student toward success and preparation for the next grade.
Please refer to this POSTER or visit https://www.wcdsb.ca/summer-learning/ for details about:
Non-Credit Children’s Programs
– Summer Fun with Languages (July 2-26 / JK-Gr.8)
– Summer Boost (July 2-19 / SK-Gr. 6)
– Summer Expedition (July 2-19 / Gr. 6,7,8)
– HeadStart (Aug 19-22 / Gr. 8 to Gr. 9)
Registration OPENS March 19, 2024
Gr. 9 Secondary Summer Credit Courses for Grade 8 students (in-person July 2-26)
Explore:
– Technology Design/Engineering (TDJ1OI)
– Hospitality and Tourism (TFJ1OI)
– Communication Technology (TGJ1OI)
– Hairstyling & Aesthetics (TXJ1OI)
Gr. 9 Secondary Summer Credit Courses for Grade 8 students (ONLINE ONLY)
– Individual and Family Living (HIF1OE)
Registration OPENS March 19, 2024
*Registration is OPEN NOW for Grades 10-12 Summer Online Credit Courses & In-person Summer Co-op
Here are some Reminders:
“I am the vine, you are the branches. Whoever remains in me and I in him will bear much fruit, because without me you can do nothing.” – John 15:5
It is hard to believe we enter into May this week! As we embrace the blooming spring, let’s also embrace the opportunity to finish the year strong. With determination and perseverance, let’s channel our energy into making these final months of the academic year truly memorable. Keep on the journey of growth and success to make every moment count!
Safety Drills for Bobcats
| It has been a great safety review month here at CTK as the students and staff participated in Lockdown, Tornado and Fire Drills. We just wanted to take a moment to tell you how PROUD we are of our students. |
| During the Fire Drill, all students followed safety protocols and evacuated the building quickly with everyone cooperating and reaching their meeting spots in record time. Way to go! |
| During the Lockdown Drill, all the classroom doors were locked, lights were off, and the building felt empty. And the Tornado drill was a success with student’s able to sit in a safe area, precisely what we were aiming for. |
Staffing Update:
We say a sad good-bye to Ms. Wakeford in Grade 7 who is moving on to another position in the board (Friday May 10). We welcome back Ms. Duque to Grade 7 after her maternity leave.
Chris Bray is coming to CTK for Catholic Education Week!- May 8th (PM)
Chris Bray is a full-time Catholic speaker & musician. Having received multiple Gospel Music Association Covenant awards and numerous #1 hit songs on Christian radio in Canada, his ministry has spanned North America including presenting National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC), and presenting to tens of thousands each year at hundreds of conferences, retreats, schools, and churches. Chris is a husband to Katie, and a proud father of their five daughters. More Information found here: www.chrisbraymusic.com
CTK Food Drive for The Cambridge Food Bank
The Cambridge food bank is in need of food items. In particular, they need breakfast foods (i.e. Cereal, pancake mix, syrup), pasta sauce, canned meats, canned vegetables, and snacks for kids (i.e. fish crackers, granola bars). Please send in what you can so that we can help out those in need. We are collecting items until Friday June 14th. Thanks in advance for your generosity.
Catholic Education Week May 5-10:
Catholic Education week occurs every year in May! This year’s Catholic Education Week theme is, “We are called to love.” Catholic Education Week comes at the same time as Mental Health Awareness Week. Through love and compassion, we continue to support each other’s wellbeing. God is love and we are always called to live out this love. In our continued work for Equity and Inclusion in Catholic schools, a focus on love reminds us that all God’s children are loved unconditionally.
Students at Christ the King School will be engaged in activities in their classrooms along with Crowning of Mary Liturgy with Father Joe, our Drama Presentation for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Chris Bray Concert and Welcome to Kindergarten night for our newest of learners.
Mental Health Awareness Week
Catholic Education Week comes at the same time as Mental Health Awareness Week. Through love and compassion, we continue to support each other’s wellbeing. God is love and we are always called to live out this love. In our continued work for Equity and Inclusion in Catholic schools, a focus on love reminds us that all God’s children are loved unconditionally.
Parent Night at St. Benedict for the Christ the King Community : May 8 – 6PM
A parent information night will be hosted by St. Benedict High School. We will be welcoming Dr. Alison Yeung who will be in the St. Benedict School Cafeteria to talk with parents about Smart Phones, Social Media, and the mental Health pandemic. It is a timely conversation and it promises to be good information for parents who are trying to raise children in a very technological society.
Upcoming EQAO Assessment Dates: Mark your Calendar
Christ the King Grade 6: May 27, 28, 29, 30
Christ the King Grade 3: June 3,4,6,7
Track and Field: May 13
As part of their Physical Education program, our students in Grades 4 to 8 will have an opportunity to participate in our school Track and Field Meet, taking place at Saint Benedict Catholic Secondary School, on Monday, May 13th. A letter and permission form will be sent home soon, outlining important information. Each student is asked to bring the form completed back to school.
Our students have begun circuit training in preparation for the event. These sessions will help to develop student’s strength, speed, endurance and agility and are crucial for their preparation for the upcoming event. To ensure safety, students must come to school prepared with proper athletic attire, including appropriate shoes.
May 14, 2024: Provincial Day of Action on Litter
Ontario is gearing up for the fifth annual Provincial Day of Action on Litter, taking place on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. This is a day for everyone across the province to unite under the common cause of creating a greener, cleaner and more sustainable environment for ourselves and for future generations. Christ the King School is going to support the 2024 Day of Action as teachers are going to engage in activities provided by the board.
Volunteer Social!
Have you been on that trip this year? Driven to a sports events? Read with students, volunteered at council or helped with pancakes for Shrove Tuesday? All volunteers are welcome to attend our volunteers social on Friday May 24th at 8:15 am in the school library. Please rsvp at the office.
Kindergarten 2024-2025 School Year Registration is NOW OPEN
Christ the King School is welcoming Kindergarten registrations for children born in 2019 or 2020. It is important to register your child early. To register your child, Parents or legal guardians of the child(ren) are asked to click on this link: https://www.wcdsb.ca/ to register your child(ren) for Kindergarten. Look for the tab at the top of your screen that says, “Register”.
If you do not have internet access, we invite you to call our school and we will help.
Children with special needs, (e.g., speech and language, vision, hearing, intellectual), should register at the school in their home area. If you are a non-Catholic, but wish to explore a Catholic education for your child(ren), please review the WCDSB Admissions to Catholic Elementary Schools Policy found here: Admissions to Elementary Catholic Schools – APA001 (wcdsb.ca) found or give us a call to learn more.
We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you into Christ the King community. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us.
Kindergarten Parent Information Session: Families new to kindergarten in September 2024 are invited to our Orientation Night on Mondday, May 6th from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. This will be an in-person meeting, families will gather for an information session and will have an opportunity to visit our kindergarten classes. Our educators will be available that evening to answer any questions you may have as you prepare your child(ren) to transition to school in the fall. We look forward to meeting our new families.
WCDSB Updates
| · EQAO: Spring / Summer for Students in Grades 3 and 6 EQAO continues to host a series of webinars and provide learning modules to support educators, and parents and guardians. EQAO Webinar for Parents and Guardians of Elementary School StudentsRegister for this free live webinar and learn about EQAO’s primary- and junior-division Assessments of Reading, Writing and Mathematics. Participants will learn about the purpose of Ontario’s large-scale assessments. EQAO staff will explain the assessment format, highlight resources to support students and answer questions from participants. Registration |
| Important Dates: for these and all upcoming events, please visit our calendar on our website at https://christtheking.wcdsb.ca/ |
Spirit Wear Day – wear our school colours blue and gold or spirit wear every Thursday!
May 5th – 10th – Catholic Education Week
May 6th – Welcome to Kindergarten Night for newly registered Kindergarten students (2024-2025 school year) 5:00-6:00 PM
May 7th – Crowning of Mary Mass with Father Joe
May 8th – Chris Bray Concert for school
May 9th – CSAC meeting at St. Benedict HS – contact the office if you’d like to join
May 9th – Parent Presentation at St. Benedicts – Dr. Alison Yeung- 6PM – all are welcome to join
May 8, 9, 10 – CTK Drama: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
May 13 – Track & Field (Grades 4-8) @ St. Benedict
May 16 – Public Health: Grade 7 Immunization
May 20 – Victoria Day – no school
May 24, 27, 28, 29, 30 – Grade 6 EQAO Testing
May 29 – 30 – Grade 8 Retreat Days
May 31 – PA Day
June 3, 5, 6, 7 – Grade 3 EQAO
June 24 – Grade 8 Class of 2024 Graduation 5:00-7:15 PM at St. Benedict’s
June 25- Term 2 Report Cards
June 27 – Last Day of School for students
June 28 – PA Day – no school for students
Hello Bobcat Families,
Tickets are on sale now through Cash Online for the drama production of Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
All students will have the opportunity during a specified time for their class to view the show during school hours with no need to purchase a ticket.
Thank you
Please see the flyer below for more information.
Volunteers Needed!
Grade 4 to 8 parents interested in helping out with our Track and Field Day on May 13th, please let your child’s teacher know.
Thank you for your support.
It’s Time To Order the 2023-2024 CTK Yearbook!
Unlocking the Yearbook Vault: Where every page is a passport to the past and every photo a piece of our unforgettable story!
Order your yearbook today right here on School Cash online for $25!
All orders are due May 20th and NO LATE orders will be accepted.
Do not be disappointed! Order your yearbook today!
The Cambridge food bank is in need of food items. In particular, they need breakfast foods (i.e. Cereal, pancake mix, syrup), pasta sauce, canned meats, canned vegetables, and snacks for kids (i.e. fish crackers, granola bars).
Please send in what you can so that we can help out those in need. We are collecting items until Friday June 14th.
Thanks in advance for your generosity.
Here are some Reminders:
“As stewards of God’s creation, we are called to make the earth a beautiful garden for the human family.” – Pope Francis
Congratulations to our Grade 7 students who celebrated their Confirmation on Saturday surrounded by family and friends at St. Patrick parish. Thank you to our families, Grade 7 teacher and Father Joe for working with the students to help prepare them for this important sacrament. As a school and faith community, we will continue to support these students and walk alongside them on their faith journey.
Staffing Update
Ms. Reale’s family is growing and we wish her all the best on her time off with her new child. In her place we welcome Ms. Forde. Ms. Forde has a wealth of knowledge in the intermediate division and we think she will be a great addition to CTK!
CTK Food Drive for The Cambridge Food Bank
The Cambridge food bank is in need of food items. In particular, they need breakfast foods (i.e. Cereal, pancake mix, syrup), pasta sauce, canned meats, canned vegetables, and snacks for kids (i.e. fish crackers, granola bars). Please send in what you can so that we can help out those in need. We are collecting items until Friday June 14th. Thanks in advance for your generosity.
Catholic Education Week May 5-10:
Catholic Education week occurs every year in May! This year’s Catholic Education Week theme is, “We are called to love.” Catholic Education Week comes at the same time as Mental Health Awareness Week. Through love and compassion, we continue to support each other’s wellbeing. God is love and we are always called to live out this love. In our continued work for Equity and Inclusion in Catholic schools, a focus on love reminds us that all God’s children are loved unconditionally.
Stay tuned for upcoming Catholic Education Week dates, times, and events!
Upcoming EQAO Assessment Dates: Mark your Calendar
Christ the King Grade 6: May 27, 28, 29, 30
Christ the King Grade 3: June 3,4,6,7
Allergy Awareness
Please do not send birthday or other celebratory snacks / cakes / treats into the school. There are many alternatives such as stickers and pencils. We will not be accepting or handing out treats for celebrations. We appreciate the cooperation of the entire school community. We want Christ the King Catholic School to be a safe environment for all students.
Medication
School staff cannot administer medication, including aspirins and Tylenol without a “Request and Consent for Administration of Medication” form, completed and signed by a doctor. It must be in the original container that is labeled, including the instructions and conditions that are to be followed for the administration of the medication for the safety of the child. All medication is stored in the office area. The only exception to this requirement has to do with any child who, because of life threatening allergies (i.e. Asthma), must carry medication.
Track and Field: May 13
As part of their Physical Education program, our students in Grades 4 to 8 will have an opportunity to participate in our school Track and Field Meet, taking place at Saint Benedict Catholic Secondary School, on Monday, May 13th. A letter and permission form will be sent home soon, outlining important information. Each student is asked to bring the form completed back to school.
Our students have begun circuit training in preparation for the event. These sessions will help to develop student’s strength, speed, endurance and agility and are crucial for their preparation for the upcoming event. To ensure safety, students must come to school prepared with proper athletic attire, including appropriate shoes.
Kindergarten 2024-2025 School Year Registration is NOW OPEN
Christ the King School is welcoming Kindergarten registrations for children born in 2019 or 2020. It is important to register your child early. To register your child, Parents or legal guardians of the child(ren) are asked to click on this link: https://www.wcdsb.ca/ to register your child(ren) for Kindergarten. Look for the tab at the top of your screen that says, “Register”.
If you do not have internet access, we invite you to call our school and we will help.
Children with special needs, (e.g., speech and language, vision, hearing, intellectual), should register at the school in their home area. If you are a non-Catholic, but wish to explore a Catholic education for your child(ren), please review the WCDSB Admissions to Catholic Elementary Schools Policy found here: Admissions to Elementary Catholic Schools – APA001 (wcdsb.ca) found or give us a call to learn more.
We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you into Christ the King community. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us.
Kindergarten Parent Information Session: Families new to kindergarten in September 2024 are invited to our Orientation Night on Mondday, May 6th from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. This will be an in-person meeting, families will gather for an information session and will have an opportunity to visit our kindergarten classes. Our educators will be available that evening to answer any questions you may have as you prepare your child(ren) to transition to school in the fall. We look forward to meeting our new families.
Math @Home Resources for Families Campaign!
Parents can make a big difference in their child’s learning by talking with them about what they are learning at school. While these resources are optional, they provide valuable information about what students are learning at school and ideas for supporting their learning at home.
Please see these Math @Home Resources linked below.
https://www.wcdsb.ca/programs-and-services/curriculum/elementary-curriculum/mathematics-elementary/
WCDSB Updates
| · EQAO: Spring / Summer for Students in Grades 3 and 6 EQAO continues to host a series of webinars and provide learning modules to support educators, and parents and guardians. EQAO Webinar for Parents and Guardians of Elementary School Students Register for this free live webinar and learn about EQAO’s primary- and junior-division Assessments of Reading, Writing and Mathematics. Participants will learn about the purpose of Ontario’s large-scale assessments. EQAO staff will explain the assessment format, highlight resources to support students and answer questions from participants. Registration · May 1 – Explore Your Future Exp (Grade 7 -12) Explore Your Future helps caregivers, students and educators to better understand opportunities for work and learning here in Waterloo Region. Over 75 exhibitors will showcase careers and answer your questions, including: 1. Local employers in sectors like construction, advanced manufacturing, health care, technology, business, arts, and more 2. Community agencies with resources on how to get experience through employment, volunteering or starting a business 3. Experts in Experiential Learning and Career/Life Planning from the Waterloo Region and Waterloo Catholic school boards To avoid lineups at the door and to be eligible to win prizes, register in advance! Registration is required so that we can communicate important details to attendees in advance, gain insights to improve future events, and track overall participation for our funders. · Cambridge Explore your Future on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 from 5-8 p.m. at Tapestry Hall, Cambridge – Register for this free Cambridge event here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/explore-your-future-cambridge-2024-registration-757974130027?aff=odcleoeventsincollection&keep_tld=1&mc_cid=2cdccbbaae&mc_eid=306d776e85 · The “Guardians of the Game” webinar that was hosted virtually April 9th was a big success! Our guests were incredibly informative and engaging and we have received great feedback. Parents still can have access to the resources here: this poster |
| Important Dates: for these and all upcoming events, please visit our calendar on our website at https://christtheking.wcdsb.ca/ |
Spirit Wear Day – wear our school colours blue and gold or spirit wear every Thursday!
April 30 – School wide Recognition Assembly
May 5th – 10th – Catholic Education Week
May 6th – Welcome to Kindergarten Night for newly registered Kindergarten students (2024-2025 school year) 5:00-6:00 PM
May 8, 9, 10 – CTK Drama: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
May 13 – Track & Field (Grades 4-8) @ St. Benedict
May 16 – Public Health : Grade 7 Immunization
May 20 – Victoria Day – no school
May 24, 27, 28, 29, 30 – Grade 6 EQAO Testing
May 29 – 30 – Grade 8 Retreat Days
May 31 – PA Day
June 3, 5, 6, 7 – Grade 3 EQAO
June 24 – Grade 8 Class of 2024 Graduation 5:00-7:15 PM at St. Benedict’s
June 25- Term 2 Report Cards
June 27 – Last Day of School for students
June 28 – PA Day – no school for students
