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St. Francis of Assisi School Parent Newsletter | June 19, 2026
Message from the Principal
Dear Families,
As we wrap up our school year, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to all of our families for your partnership, support, and involvement throughout the year. Together, we have celebrated many successes, overcome challenges, and created a caring and vibrant learning community for our students.
Today, we were treated to an incredible Talent Show, and what a showcase of talent it was! We are so proud of the courage, creativity, and enthusiasm our students demonstrated as they shared their gifts with the school community.
As we reflect on the year, we do so with gratitude for all that we have accomplished together. Our students have grown academically, socially, and spiritually, and we are proud of the many achievements and milestones reached along the way.
Next week, we look forward to celebrating our Grade 6 graduates as they mark this important transition and prepare for the next chapter of their educational journey. We will also come together for our year-end Play Day, a wonderful opportunity to celebrate a year of learning, friendship, and fun.
A special thank you goes out to all of the parents, guardians, and family members who volunteered their time, supported school events, and partnered with us throughout the year. Your generosity and commitment make a tremendous difference, and we could not do this work without you.
As we enter the final week of school, I wish all of our students and families a joyful finish to the year and a summer filled with rest, relaxation, adventure, and time with loved ones.
Thank you for a fantastic school year. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in September.
With gratitude,
Ms. Allison Wawryn
Principal
OC Transpo
Library Books
All books due on Friday, June 12, 2026
Please help each of your children or child locate and return all borrowed books by that due date. This is essential to ensure that the library has a full and accurate inventory as we close out the year.
If library books cannot be found, a replacement fee may apply through cash online. Thank you for your help!
Why Do We Fundraise? For Things Like This!
School Council is so proud to share these photos of the new basketball nets that have been installed on the primary yard!
Our goal, is to provide our kids with as many opportunities as we can. This year has been a great one with field trips, Jungle Sports, and now this exciting addition for our primary students.
STEM Camp Subsidy
The STEM Camp Foundation is providing funding for eligible children to attend one of our partnered camps. Access more information and learn how to apply
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.
Divine Infant Parish Summer Camp
First Rider Program
Dear Families,
Riding a school bus is an important aspect of your child’s education journey. As part of this journey, Ottawa Student Transportation invites you to attend their First Rider Event held on Sunday, August 23, 2026. All are welcome!
First Rider is a great opportunity for your child(ren) to learn about being safe on their way to and from school. This integrated 45-minute session provides elementary school-age children and their families with the essential skills to navigate their commute safely. Combining hands-on bus training with interactive pedestrian practice, this comprehensive program ensures a confident start to the school year.
For more details and to register, visit OSTA online.
Summer School
Register for Summer School Program, from grades 6 to 8. Non-credit Skills Builder Program at OCSB.
Ottawa Special Olympics Ontario
The 2026 Spring/Summer Special Olympics is coming! Visit the Special Olympics website for more info: ottawa.specialolympicsontario.ca
You will find information about dates, times, locations and cost.
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.
Mental Health
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. Register for free today
By your side: Parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning and well-being for every family
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: OttawaPublicHealth.ca/NeighbourhoodHub
Drop Off and Pick Up Information
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 & Ride or park a block away and walk to meet your children.
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.
Thank you for helping us keep school safe for all students.
Important Dates
June - Pride Month
June 21 - National Indigenous Peoples Day
June 23 Gr. 6 Leaving Ceremony, 10am
June 24 Report Cards Available in Parent Portal and a Paper Copy to be sent home
June 25 Last Day of School
June 26 PD Day, no school
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 ocsb.ca/parents/student-health/.
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