​â¶Ä‹Link to: 2024-2025 School Year Calendar
Kindergarten
Registration for the 2025-26 school year is now open
Kindergarten
registration for the 2025-26 school year at Dufferin-Peel Catholic District
School Board (91ż´Ć¬) schools is now open. Parents/guardians can register
online at dpcdsb.org. ​
Virtue of the Month - January: Self-Control/Decision Making
Self-Control/Decision-Making…is regulating your thoughts and actions so that you stop any pressures from within or without and act the way you know and feel is right. Developing loving habits helps us to respond lovingly to others in our choices and actions. "Like a city breached, without walls, is one who lacks self-control." (Prov. 25:28)
January - Tamil Heritage Month (National)
January 18-25 – Prayer for Christian Unity
This universal week of prayer encourages Christians of all denominations to meet, to participate in various liturgical and other community activities, and to pray together that all may by one, as Christ desires.
January 24 - International Day of Education
January 25 – Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul
"..present everyone perfect in Christ. For this I labor and struggle, in accord with the exercise of his power working within me". (Colossians 1:28b-29)
January 27 - International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust
January 26 – Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
January 29 - Gifted Identification Information Session
Open to families who are interested in learning more about the Gifted Identification Process in 91ż´Ć¬. Virtual presentation via TEAMS. Time: 7:00-8:00 pm. For more information, refer to the event flyer.
January 28 – Board Meeting
February Virtue of the Month is Respect
Respect is seeing the goodness in others. It helps us to see others as God sees them, to accept them as they are, and to treat them with dignity.
February - National Inclusive Education Month
February - Black History Month
February is Black History Month. Both Federal and Provincial governments recognize the importance of Black History Month. As Canadians and, more importantly, as a Catholic Community, we are called to live in solidarity. Solidarity requires that we learn from, and about our brothers and sisters in Christ. Regardless of the demographics of your school community, Black History is a conversation we must all be present to as it is everyone's history.
February - Psychology Month
February is Psychology Month. Psychology staff at the 91ż´Ć¬ help students thrive every day by supporting their learning, behaviour and mental health.
February is Winter Walk Month – Stay Active and Walk to School
February is Winter Walk Month. This month, we're encouraging students and their families to walk to school or their bus stop. If you're driving, consider parking your car five minutes from the school and walking the rest of the way. Walking to school has benefits like, boosting your mood, being good for your mental and physical health, helping to make school zones safer and reducing your carbon emissions. For more information, visit the Region of Peel website.
February 2 – Feast of the Presentation of Our Lord
Commemorates the presentation of Jesus in the temple by His parents, Mary and Joseph, 40 days after His birth. This Feast is also known as Candlemas Day; on this day candles are blessed symbolizing Christ who is the light of the world.
February 2 – World Day for Consecrated Life
A day to recognize and appreciate the contributions and commitments that consecrated men and women make to the Church and society at-large. This day is "a suitable occasion for consecrated persons to renew their commitment and rekindle the fervour which should inspire their offering themselves to the Lord" (St. John Paul II, 1997).
February 2-8 - National Catholic Health Care Week
National Catholic Health Care Week seeks to build understanding and connection with the mission and contribution of the Catholic health community working with others to build a just and caring society where all are seen and heard. The 2025 theme “Caring for our Common 91ż´Ć¬â€ť celebrates the interconnectedness of all creation and helps us to reflect on how our individual and collective actions and our systems—health, social, economic—can promote a healthy world where all can thrive. It emphasizes the integral connection between human health and the health of the planet, echoing Pope Francis’ call to care for the earth as our common home and to embrace an integrated ecology that puts the love at the heart of our ministry into action. We work with many partners—in our Catholic community, our health system and beyond—to contribute to and help shape an ever-evolving health system, drawing on our Catholic values, and a legacy of innovation and ethical reflection. During National Catholic Health Care Week, we invite all to reflect on and share the story of the courageous gift of our shared Catholic health mission.
February 6 - National Sweater Day
National Sweater Day is a WWF campaign that raises awareness around energy conservation. Staff and students across 91ż´Ć¬ are encouraged to engage in various energy awareness activities, including wearing sweaters as the indoor temperatures are lowered to conserve energy. Please refer to the found on the EcoSchools SharePoint for more information on how 91ż´Ć¬ schools may be participating. Together, let's make a positive impact and continue leading the way in environmental stewardship.
February 11 – World Day of the Sick
"I was sick and you visited me." (Matthew 25:36) An observance started by St. Pope John Paul II as a way for believers to offer prayers for those suffering from illnesses and for their caregivers. It is a day that highlights the healing ministry of the Church. This day coincides with the Memorial of Our Lady of Lourdes and as well as recognizes the great efforts of doctors, nurses, health care institutions and pastoral care givers to restore health to those afflicted with illness and disease.
February 11 - International Day of Women and Girls in Science
February 14 – P.A. Day for Elementary & Secondary Schools
February 17 - Family Day (No School)
February 25 – Board Meeting
February 26 - KUUMBA Community Marketplace
The Black Excellence Team (B.E.S.T) along with the Goetz Black Voices will be hosting the KUUMBA Community Marketplace this year at Father Michael Goetz C.S.S. on February 26, 2025. Black student entrepreneurs will be participating in a community marketplace where they will have the opportunity to showcase their businesses and promote their brands. The evening will also include an opening ceremony, a drummer's circle with Babarinde Williams, a DJ, and refreshments. Come out to support Black youth and build community. Time: 4:30-6:30 p.m. Location: Father Michael Goetz C.S.S., 330 Central Parkway West, Mississauga. More information: Marketplace Poster / Vendor Flyer
Register here if you are student/small business entrepreneur who would like to promote your brand.
Register here if you are a member of the community who would like to attend.
February 26 - Pink Shirt Day
February 26 - Loyola C.S.S. Annual Black History Month Showcase
Join Loyola Catholic Secondary School's Black Student Alliance for our Annual Black History Month Showcase - Black Excellence : Honoring Our Legacy, Celebrating Our Roots, Inspiring Our Future. Date: Wednesday February 26, 2025. Time: 7-9 p.m. Location: Loyola C.S.S., 4010 Sladeview Cres., Mississauga. Admission: $5.00 at the door. Proceeds in support of Erin Mills Youth Centre.
February 27 - 91ż´Ć¬ Secondary Skills Competition ​
This year’s annual Secondary Skills Competition will be held at St. Augustine Catholic Secondary School. Successful secondary student competitors will move forward to represent 91ż´Ć¬ at the provincial event on May 6 at the Toronto Congress Centre.
March 5 - Ash Wednesday
“Fasting” (i.e., the consumption of one full meal or two partial meals
with no "snacks" in between) applies to those between the ages of 18
- 59. “Abstinence” is the avoidance of all meat on this day (most
specifically for those who are 14 years of age and older). Lent is a time to
discipline ourselves and to intentionally refrain from our indulgences or
things we are too dependent on. We also recognize Lent as a time
for works of mercy, of service to those who are in need of our care, love
and charity. Let us continue to commit ourselves to the work for the needs of
our church, the world and members of our community encountering various
challenges around us.
March 7 – World Day of Prayer
“Informed Prayer and Prayerful Action” is the motto of the World Day of Prayer movement. The World Day of Prayer is observed annually on the first Friday of March. It is an invitation for Christians to pray together ecumenically for the concerns of our world, our country, and community. It is sponsored by the Women’s Inter-Church Council of Canada and its international counterparts around the world.
March 19 – SOLEMNITY of St.
Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Principal Patron of Canada and
declared Patron of the Universal Church in 1870
“But just when he had resolved
to do this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph,
son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife, for the child
conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit.” (Matthew 1:20)
March 25 – Board Meeting
March 27 - 91ż´Ć¬ Elementary Skills Competition
This year’s annual Elementary Skills Competition event will be held at St. Raymond Catholic Elementary School. Successful elementary student competitors will move forward to represent 91ż´Ć¬ at the provincial event on May 5 at the Toronto Congress Centre.
SAVE THE DATE: August 23 – STOPR First Time Rider School Bus Safety Program
STOPR is pleased to announce the date for our next First Time Rider School Bus Safety program - Saturday August 23, 2025. The First Time Rider School Bus Safety Program is a highly recommended program for any student who is unfamiliar with the rules and procedures of riding a school bus. More details, including program locations and registration instructions, will be provided in the Spring. STOPR encourages all schools, students and parents to keep in touch with us by visiting our website at stopr.ca and following us on @STOPRinfo.
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