2012 - 2013 VIRTUES CALENDAR Us... · “Preach the gospel always, if necessary use words.” ~ St. Francis of Assisi. Welcome back to the 2012-2013 school year. I hope you had a

2012 - 2013 VIRTUES CALENDAR

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“Preach the gospel always, if necessary use words.” ~ St. Francis of Assisi.

Welcome back to the 2012-2013 school year. I hope you had a relaxing and enjoyable summer and feel refreshed and ready for a new school year.

We are pleased to provide you with our Character Education Calendar which outlines our virtues of deep caring and activities to support our faith journey in partnership between home, parish, and our school communities.

Our goal in the area of Catholicity continues to undertake initiatives that sustain and grow the life and strength of Catholic education. The faith formation that takes place in the Catholic school is designed to support and complement that which takes place in the context of the child’s family.

We believe that through our partnership with our parents, parish priests, and staff within the Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board, we will provide our students with a Catholic faith filled learning opportunity. Our Character Education Calendar provides opportunities to support students as they develop their skills in the area of the Catholic Graduate Expectations. As outlined in the CGE’s, the Ontario Catholic school graduate is a discerning believer; an effective communicator; a reflective, creative, holistic thinker; a life long learner; a collaborative contributor; a caring family member, and a responsible citizen.

The prayers, activities and reflections shared throughout our Character Education Calendar support our belief that: “In being Christ-centered in all that we do, ensuring that Catholic values and teachings are woven through every dimension of the students’ learning experience, giving particular focus to social justice and living a faith-filled life,” our students will reflect a truly Catholic Culture of Caring.

Bruce MacPherson,Director of Education

Student artwork created by Marlene Lee’s Grade 8 students, Holy Family School, Hanover.

VIRTUES OF DEEP CARING

Reverence and RespectSeptember

EmpathyFebruary

ForgivenessApril

HopeDecember

IntegrityMay

ResponsibilityNovember

CompassionMarch

PatienceJanuary

HonestyJune

AcceptanceOctober

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SEPTEMBER 2012

Dear God,

You are truly great, and have created all things out of love and goodness. In this new school year, help me to always honour myself as Your beloved child ~ one who loves and respects others, as You love and respect me. Teach me to live in the Spirit of Jesus who showed respect and reverence for all.

Amen.

As beloved children, we reverence God who gives us life, and respect ourselves and others as unique persons, created in God’s image. We also care for the environment as God’s gift to us.

Reverence and Respect

I am an Effective Communicator• Ispeak,writeandlistenasJesuswouldwantmeto• Icareaboutothersandspeakupforthem• Iamhonest• IthinkcarefullybeforeIreactorspeak• Irespectallpeopleandtheirlanguages• IlistentotheWordofGod

Because I have a voice, I will use it lovingly, and I will live my life like Jesus.

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What does it feel like, sound and look like when you reverence God with your whole being? How can we make our classroom rules show that having reverence for God is important to us?

As a class, list challenging situations which can cause you to respond disrespectfully. In groups, role play respectful and courteous ways of responding that will lead to growth.

As a class, finalize your classroom rules which will helpyoupracticeJ.O.Y.

J: Jesus O: Others Y: Yourself

At meal time this weekend, pray a prayer of thanksgiving for the gifts which each member of your family brings to you.

Create a family manners jar. When someone uses manners to be courteous, add a token to the jar. When it is full, celebrate with a family reward.

Think of how you want to grow as a person this year. What new skills and habits do you want to learn? List these on a “Growth Pledge” and place it in your class in a

“time capsule” to be re-visited at the end of the year.

Praise and thank God by celebrating with God’s family at Sunday Mass.

Write a prayer of thanks telling God that you appreciate the gifts and abilities He has given you.

“Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.

… Love your neighbour as you love yourself.”

Matthew 22:37-39

“I am your God, you are precious to me. I love you and give you honour.”

Isaiah 45:4

“God looked at everything He had made, and He was very pleased. God saw that it was good.” Genesis 3:31

The Golden Rule “Do for others what you want them to do for you.” Matthew 7:12

Labour Day

Praise God for His greatness.

I honour myself as a child of God.

I treat all things as a gift from God.

I care for others because we are persons created in God’s image.

Feast Day: St. John Chrysostom

Feast Day: The Exaltation of the Holy Cross

Feast Day: St. Matthew, Apostle

Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board FAITH FORMATION Day

Professional Development Day

Feast Day: The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Feast Day: The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Anniversary of the Death of Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta

Feast Day: St. Jean de Brebeuf, St. Isaac Jogue and Canadian Martyrs

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Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23

23 rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Mark 7:31-37

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Mark 8:27-35


Mark 9:38-43, 45, 47-48


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Dear God,

I praise You for accepting me just as I am, while calling me to grow in knowledge and goodness. Help me to be sensitive to the unique gifts and beliefs of every person I meet, and always welcome them with kindness and understanding. Guide me to contribute positively to a world which is free of bullying and prejudice. Teach me to live in the Spirit of Jesus who welcomed and accepted everyone.

Amen.

Acceptance is welcoming and including everyone as a child of God; each with differing views, talents and beliefs that bring value to our community life.

Acceptance

Make a list of different gifts needed in a community of learners. Create a class puzzle with each person illustrating his/her own gifts or another’s on a piece. Assemble and display as a mural.

In your family, draw names to make a card for a family member. Reflect in the card all that you appreciate about him/her. Share these at a family meal.

Feast Day: St. Therese of the Child Jesus

Memorial: St. Francis of Assisi

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I am a Collaborative Contributor• Ico-operatewithothersinallthatIdo• Ivalueeveryone’swork• Irespectandlistentoothers• Ithinkofothersbeforemyself• IworkhardinschoolsothatIcanbuildmycommunityand

make it a better place

Because I am a team player, I know that ‘Together is Better’, and we will live our lives like Jesus.

In pairs, make a list of your similarities and differences. Discuss how they add character to the classroom.

Organize a ‘Halloween for Hunger’ food drive.

Together, celebrate our cultural differences by reading a multicultural picture book or trying foods of other ethnicities.

I embrace challenges as an opportunity to become a better person.

I respect all persons as valued members of God’s human family, and welcome their unique contributions.

I am free of prejudice.

As a class, learn a new game. Teach younger students in the yard how to play this game at recess.

Create a class anti-bullying pledge. Recite it together.

Begin the practise of having a monthly family meeting. Discuss the good things that have happened, as well as family challenges. How can you solve these challenges as a family?

As a family, create a travel kit of activities to do together to help make traveling enjoyable.

“We are one body in Christ, joined to each other. So we are to use our different gifts as God has given us.”

Romans 12:5-6

“What can separate us from the love of Christ? Nothing will ever be able to separate us from the love of God, which is ours through the love of Christ Jesus.”

Romans 8:35-39

“Whoever wants to be first must place himself last of all and servant of all ... Whoever welcomes one of these children in my name, welcomes me, and whoever welcomes me, welcomes not only me but also the one who sent Me.”

Mark 9:33-37

The Parable of the Good Samaritan

Luke 10:25-37

Feast Day: St. Teresa of Jesus

Feast Day: St. Luke, Evangelist

Feast Day: St. Ignatius of Antioch, Bishop & Martyr

World Food Day

Feast Day: St. Marguerite d’Youville

Thanksgiving


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I value my own God given gifts, and share them with others.

Feast Day: Our Lady of the Rosary

Feast Day: St. Simon & St. Jude, Apostles

Early Dismissal Day

Halloween

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Dear God,

In this month of Remembrance, the example of holy saints, and courageous men and women from the past, inspire me to make choices which are life-giving and good. Teach me to see in every circumstance, an opportunity to give my best, and guide me to fulfil my promises and commitments through service to my family, school and parish. When I fail to live up to my responsibilities, help me learn from my mistakes and correct the wrongs that I have done. Teach me to live in the Spirit of Jesus whose responsibility for us, gave rise to our freedom from sin, and the promise of eternal life.

Amen.

Responsibilityissaying,“Yes!”toGod’scalltoserveothers,byusingfully our gifts to complete tasks in a trustworthy, committed way.

Responsibility

I am a Self-Directed, Responsible, Life-Long Learner• IusemygiftsandtalentsgiventomebyGod• Ialwaysdomybest• Isetgoalsandbuildonmystrengthsandweaknesses• Iacceptchange• IamproudofthegoodthingsIdo• Iamthankfulforthegiftsofothers

Because I am a learner for life, I can reach for my dreams by living my life like Jesus.

Create a “Christ In Action” bulletin board to highlight the good actions of those in your school community.

As a family, learn to plan, prioritize and practice to help you to fulfil your commitments as a family.

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Make a list of all the ways to say and show, “Sorry”.

“Christ has no hands now but yours.” Discuss how Christ’s spirit can help to bring about change in the school, parish, home and world. Volunteer as a class for a community or parish event.

Research a local or international organization like UNICEF, UNESCO, FAO or a human rights issue and present to your class.

Attend the Sacrament of Reconciliation as a family.

Review family responsibilities and ensure the equal distribution of chores.

As a family, choose a cause to get involved with. Set three goals to work on over the year.

“God has given each of you special abilities; be sure to use them to help each other; passing on to others, God’s many blessings to you.” 1 Peter 4:10

The story of Jesus and Zacchaeus. Luke 19:1-10

“I tell you, whenever you do something good for one of the least important of my brothers and sisters, you do it for Me.” Matthew 25:40

“Everything you do or say should be done in the name of the Lord Jesus.”

Colossians 3:1-17

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Mark 13:24-32

Solemnity: Christ the King

John: 18:33b-37

I admit my mistakes, learn from them, and correct the wrong that I have done.

I look for opportunities to serve my family, school and parish.

I honour and fulfill my agreements and promises to God and people.

I am inspired by my faith to make good choices and always give my best.

Feast Day: St. Josaphat, Bishop & Martyr

Feast Day: The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Feast Day: St. Cecilia, Martyr

Feast Day: St. Leo the Great

Feast Day: St. Elizabeth of Hungary

Feast Day: St. Andrew, Apostle

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Dear God,

Like the people of old during that first Advent season, I place my hope in You, knowing that You are with me always – yesterday, today, tomorrow, and forever! When I feel sad or discouraged, remind me of Your faithful love and guide me to use wisely the gifts that You have given me to overcome the challenges of life. Through my words and actions, help me to be a source of hope for others who struggle. Teach me to live in the Spirit of Jesus, whose birth fulfilled the hopes of all people.

Amen.

Hope is having a joyful trust in the future, even when we are experiencing difficulty in the present time. Knowing God’s love for us, leads us to look forward with confidence to the day when we will live forever with God in Heaven.

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Create a Family Advent Calendar. Reflect on how it represents waiting hopefully for the coming of Christ at Christmas and at the end of time.

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Think-Pair-Share about a challenge that you have had in your life. How did you use your skills and creativity to overcome your challenge?

Rewrite the Christmas story from the perspective of one of the characters at the manger astheywaitinhopeforJesus.

Using the newspaper, find a situation which is not yet resolved. What do the people in this situation hope for? Create a family prayer for them.

As a family, watch or read the story, A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens or The Fourth Wiseman directed by Michael Ray Rhodes.

DiscussNewYear’sresolutions as a family. Create a chart outlining the intentions of each family member for the coming year.

Volunteer as a family to serve the needy.

Make a scrapbook of family accomplishments for the year.

“The Lord God invites all people to a banquet and will wipe away the tears from all faces.” Isaiah 25:6-11

The Story of the Annunciation – Mary said, “I am the Lord’s servant, let it happen as You have said.” Luke 1:39-45

The Story of Mary’s Visit to Elizabeth. Luke 1:26-38

The Birth of John the Baptist. “You, little child, will go before the Lord to prepare His road for Him.” Luke 1:57-80

1 st Sunday of AdventLuke 21:25-28, 34-36

2 nd Sunday of AdventLuke 3:1-6

3 rd Sunday of AdventLuke 3:10-18

4 th Sunday of AdventLuke 1: 39-45

I believe that life is eternal, and that one day I will live with God forever.

I believe in myself, and in my ability to think and act wisely and creatively to solve problems.

I encourage others to believe in themselves, and in God, to get through difficult times.

I look to the future with a positive attitude and appropriate sense of humour because I know that God is there for me.

Feast Day: St. Nicholas

Feast Day: St. Lucy

Feast Day: Our Lady of Guadalupe

Christmas Break

Feast Day: St. Stephen

Christmas Break

Feast Day: St. John the Evangelist

Christmas Break

Feast Day: The Holy Innocents

Solemnity: Immaculate Conception of Mary

Feast Day: St. Juan DiegoEarly Dismissal Day

Christmas DayNew Year’s Eve

Feast Day: The Holy Family

Luke 2:41-52

Student Artwork created by Ronin Remers

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Dear God,

In winter time when nature seems to sleep and the world awaits the new life of spring, I am reminded of Your patient love which always waits for my response. Help me to learn the lessons of winter: to be patient with people who bother me, and wait my turn without complaining, accepting that Your timing may be different than mine. Teach me to live in the Spirit of Jesus Your Son, who with patient acceptance, carried out Your mission in the world.

Amen.

Patience is quiet hope and trust that everything will turn out well, even when it is now difficult. To be patient is to be like God who never gives up calling us to love Him, and walk in His way.

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Pray together the Rosary or another family prayer, for a special intention.

Christmas Break

Memorial of St. Basil the Great Christmas Break Christmas Break

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Discuss as a class. Does God always answer our prayers? Why is it that some of our prayers seem to be unanswered?

Teach students the art of taking three deep breaths before responding to a question. Does this affect the quality of their responses? Test over the week.

Have a class book club. Share titles of favourite books you have read.

Teach students to count to 10 when they are angry with someone. Does this make a difference for them? Discuss for a few moments each day.

Plant a flower seed. Discuss and reflect on how waiting for the flower to grow and bloom is like waiting patiently.

Read together as a family.

Help a younger sibling or an elder to do a chore that is usually difficult for them.

Set up a family calendar together, outlining the various activities that family members are engaged in. Discuss the need to be understanding of time commitments.

“When the right time finally came, God sent his Son. He came as the son of a human mother to redeem us so that we might become God’s children.” Galatians 4:4-5

“Let us hold on firmly to the hope we profess, because we can trust God to keep his promise.” Hebrews 10:23

“If someone has done you wrong, do not repay him with a wrong. Try to do what everyone considers to be good. Do everything possible on your part to live in peace with everybody.” Romans 12:17-18

“So let us not become tired of doing good; for if we do not give up, the time will come when we will reap the harvest. So then, as often as we have the chance, we should do good to everyone, and especially to those who belong to our family of the faith.”

Galatians 6:9-10

I believe that God’s timing may be different than mine.

I wait my turn without complaining.

I accept that everyone makes mistakes.

I believe that it takes time for all things to reach their full potential.

Examination Day

Feast Day: Conversion of St. Paul

Examination Day

Memorial: St. John Bosco

Examination Day

Memorial: St. Thomas Aquinas

EpiphanyMatthew 2:1-12

Baptism of the LordLuke 3:15-16, 21-22


John 2:1-11


Luke 1:1-4, Luke 4:14-21 Examination DayExamination Day

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Dear God,

I believe that You always listen to me lovingly, and for this I praise You. Teach me to be like you and listen with my ears and my heart to understand others. Guide me to commit myself to resolve the suffering of others. Help me to walk in the Spirit of Jesus, as I learn about, and respond to the many needs of our world.

Amen.

Empathy is identifying another person’s feelings and concerns. It is walkinglikeJesuswhosoughttoloveandunderstandallpeople.

Empathy

I am a Caring Family Member• IloveGod,myselfandmyfamily• Icareaboutandrespectmy‘family’atschool,atChurch,inthecommunity,andtheworld• IcareaboutandrespectGod’screation

Because I care, I pray for all my families, and I will live my life like Jesus.

Play charades to illustrate feelings. Talk about how our body language communicates important messages.


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On a class prayer tree, place your petitions on heart-shaped cards. Pray daily, and as prayers are answered, place the cards on an “Answered Prayer” bulletin board.

Make Valentine’s Day cards for family members describing what is loved about each one of them.

Participate in a class meditation. In your imagination, be in your favouriteplacewithJesus.Sit quietly telling Him whatever you want to. Pay attentiontohowJesuslistensand guides you.

Discuss the meaning of this statement“Don’tgetfurious!Getcurious!”Howcanthismotto help you see the situation through someone else’s eyes?

Set a class boundary that when someone is sharing, everyone listens in complete silence. Discuss how God listens lovingly to us.

At this month’s family meeting, set ground rules for listening actively to one another.

Make Lenten promises together as a family.

“Come to me, all of you who are tired from carrying heavy loads, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28

“Let us be concerned for one another, to help one another to show love and to do good.” Hebrews 10:24

Jesus hears and heals Bartimaeus. Mark 10:46-52

Jesus calls Levi. Luke 5:27-31

I believe that God listens lovingly to me.

Like Jesus, I notice when someone is hurt and needs a friend.

I listen with my ears and my heart to understand and encourage others.

I learn about the needs in our world and commit myself to helping all who are suffering.


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1 st Sunday of LentLuke 4:1-13

2 nd Sunday of LentLuke 9:28b-36

Ash Wednesday

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Dear God,

During this Lenten season, I pray in a special way, for all people who need the healing and compassion of Your Son, Jesus. Help me to be His hands, His eyes and ears, and His heart to them. Inspire me always to do for others what I would want them to do for me. Guide me to learn about the needs of our world. May Jesus’ Spirit shine through me in my service to the poor and needy.

Amen.

CompassionisfollowingtheexampleofJesusthehealer,whoactedwith deep care and concern for people who were hurt and troubled.

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Discuss and role-play positive, supportive body language which tells another person you are compassionate and understand them.

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Begin a “Random Acts of Kindness” or a “Pay it Forward” Club.

“Change Chairs” activity: Read a story in which there is a conflict. Retell the story showing you understand all perspectives. Change chairs as you change perspectives.

Do something helpful for an elderly or disabled person in your neighbourhood.

Spend some time with your family pet this weekend – groom, exercise and play with your pet.

Have a school or class penny race.

Revisit your family cause from November. Evaluate how successful you have been in reaching any of your goals.

Attend the Easter Vigil as a family.

“The Lord is loving and merciful, slow to become angry, and full of constant love. He is good to everyone and has compassion on all He has made.” Psalm 145:8-9

Jesus Feeds the Five Thousand Matthew 14:13-21

“Clothe yourself in sincere compassion...” Colossians 3:12-15

“You must all have the same attitude and the same feelings

– love one another, and be kind and humble with one another. Do not pay back evil with evil or cursing with cursing; instead, pay back with a blessing because a blessing is what God gives you.” 1 Peter 3:8,9

I pray for people who need the healing and compassion of Jesus.

In the spirit of Jesus, I help people in my family, school, and community who are in need.

I do for others what I would want them to do for me.

I serve the poor and needy through works of charity, and by being a voice for social justice.

3 rd Sunday of LentLuke 13:1-9

4 th Sunday of LentLuke 15:1-3, 11-32

5 th Sunday of LentJohn 8:1-11

Easter SundayJohn 20:1-9

Matthew 28:1-10Luke 24:13-35

March Break

St. Patrick’s Day

Palm SundayLuke 19:28-40

Luke 22:14 - 23:56

March Break

Solemnity: St. Joseph, Patron Saint of Canada

Monday of Holy WeekLuke 4:16-21

Wednesday of Holy WeekMatthew 26:14-25

Tuesday of Holy WeekJohn 13: 21-33, 36-38

Holy ThursdayJohn 13:1-15

Good FridayJohn 18:1-19:42

Holy SaturdayLuke 24:1-12

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Dear God,

During these most sacred days of Easter, I thank You for loving us so much that You sent Your Son to die and rise from the dead, so that our sins could be forgiven. As I have received forgiveness, guide me to follow the example of Jesus by forgiving those who hurt me. Teach me also to take responsibility, seek forgiveness, and repair the harm when I have hurt someone else. Help me to walk in the Spirit of Jesus, working for reconciliation and peace within my family, school and community.

Amen.

Forgiveness is giving myself or someone else another chance after doingsomethingwrong,justasJesusdid.

Forgiveness

Adapt and perform in the classroom, the Forgiveness Fire Circle as per the Virtues Project Educator’s Guide page 170.

Discuss how we show forgiveness toward each other as a family. Discuss the idea that forgiveness begins at home.

The Parable of the Prodigal Son. Luke 15:11-32

I am grateful for God’s forgiveness when I fail.

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I am a Discerning Believer• IbelieveandhavefaithinGod,whoisanawesomeGod• IbelievethatGodiswithusalwaysandwecantalktoGodinprayer• IbelieveinthestoriesoftheBible• IbelieveinthestoriesofJesus’life,deathandresurrection• IbelieveintheChurchcommunity,celebratingMass,andthesevenSacraments

Because I am a believer, I will live my life like Jesus.

Design a slogan and make a poster which speaks of how important it is to care for the earth. Post these in your community.

Train your class to be Peer Peacemakers. Refer to page 128 in the Virtues Project Educator’s Guide.

“Do not judge others, so that God will not judge you in the same way you judge others, and he will apply to you the same rules you apply to others.” Matthew 7:1-2

“Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, ‘Lord, if my brother keeps on sinning against me, how many times do I have to forgive him? Seven times?’

‘No not seven times,’ answered Jesus, ‘but seventy seven times.’”

Matthew 7:1-2

Jesus appears to His Disciples “Peace be with You.”

John 20:19-23

When someone hurts me, I forgive him/her as Jesus has forgiven me.

I take responsibility to repair harm when I have hurt someone.

I work for reconciliation and peace in my family, school and community.

2 nd Sunday of Easter Divine Mercy Sunday

John 20:19-31

3 rd Sunday of Easter John 21:1-19

4 th Sunday of Easter John 10:27-30

5 th Sunday of Easter John 13:31-33a, 34-35

Annunciation of the Lord

Earth Day

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Dear God,

I praise You for showing me what is right and wrong through the example and teachings of Jesus, and the Church. Form my conscience in the truth, so that I can make choices that are loving and good, even when it is hard. Give me courage to stand up for what I believe, and work for justice in all circumstances. Help me to walk in the Spirit of Your Son, who always lived life with integrity.

Amen

IntegrityisfollowingtheexampleofJesus,bystandingfirmforwhatwe believe, even when it is hard. A person of integrity follows his/her conscience, making choices which are loving and life giving.

Integrity

I am a Responsible Citizen• Iamapeace-maker• Iamfairandforgiving• Ifollowrulesanddomyshare• Ihelpthepoorandcareforpeopleinneed• Istandupforwhatisright• Iknowthatalllifeisprecious

Because I accept my responsibilities, I can make a difference, and will live my life like Jesus.

Have a Crowning of Mary Mass or Prayer Service this month.

Make class bracelets or a classroombannerforWWJD:WhatWouldJesusDo?

As a family, share stories of how a guardian figure has helped you live the teachings ofJesus.

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Write a tribute to someone who stands up for what they believe in. Tell him/her of the gifts he/she brings from God. Share the tribute with them.

Bring a baby or pregnant person into the classroom. Talk about how a decision to be loving and life-giving has had wonderful consequences.

Have a mission activity or event and donate the money to a charity.

Participate in a community fund raising event or hold a garage sale with proceeds to go to a charity.

Read a Bible story together as a family. Choose a parable that has a message.

Write a thank you note to Mary, Mother of God, thanking her for the gifts she brings.

Love your Enemies. Luke 6:27-36

The Annunciation and Visitation of Mary.

Luke 1:26-45

A Lame Beggar is Healed.Acts 3:1-9

When I was hungry, you gave me food.

Matthew 25:31-40

I stand up for what I believe and what my conscience tells me to do.

I say what I mean and mean what I say.

I work for justice in all circumstances.

I follow the teachings of Jesus in my daily life.

6 th Sunday of Easter John 14:23-29

Feast of the AscensionLuke 24:46-53

Trinity SundayJohn 16:12-15

Pentecost SundayJohn 20:19-23 or

John 14:15-16, 23b-26

Early Dismissal Day

Feast Day: St. Matthias, Apostle

Feast Day: The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Victoria Day

Mother’s Day

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JUNE 2013

Dear God,

I thank You for creating us as a human family, to communicate honestly and sincerely with one another. Teach me to honour my relationships by always acting in a sincere trustworthy manner, and help me to always tell the truth kindly, tactfully, and respectfully. As I admit my faults and mistakes, may I also compassionately accept the failings of others, realizing that all of us are on a journey of growth. Help me to walk in the Spirit of Jesus, the Way, the TRUTH, and the life.

Amen.

Honesty is being sincere, open, and trustworthy in all we say and do. HonestyisamarkofadiscipleofJesus,whoistheway,theTRUTHand the life.

Honesty

I am a Reflective, Creative and Holistic Thinker• Ihavethoughtsandopinionsthatmatter• Imakegoodchoices• Ihavehopeforthefuture• Isolveproblemswithknowledge,understandingandprayer• Iknowweareallequalandspecial

Because I have ideas, I have a purpose, and I will live my life like Jesus.

In your interactions with your family today, acknowledge the positive actions instead of the negative ones.


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With a partner share a time that you did practice honesty, and a time when you did not, and tell how it felt.

Write a note saying something positive about another student. Share it with the class and present it to the classmate.

Write a letter to yourself committing to do something positive over the summer. Place it in an envelope with your home address written on it. Teacher mails it back to you in the summer time.

Open your time capsule from September and reflect on your growth pledge. What new skills and habits did you acquire?

Discuss with your family what honesty is and is not. Point out, for example, that being honest doesn’t mean telling someone you think he/she is ugly. Kindness goes along with honesty.

Make a plan to stay in touch with friends over the summer.

Pray the Our Father, line by line and discuss how God is an “Abba” (daddy) to us.

At your family meeting, share a mistake that you have recently made and how it has helped you to grow.

“Lord teach me to live according to Your truth for You are my God who saves me. I always trust in You.”

Psalm 25:5

The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector.

Luke 18:9-14

The Parable of the Sower.Luke 8:4-15

“No more lying, then! Each of you must tell the truth to the other, because we are all members together in the body of Christ.”

Luke 18:9-14

I understand and accept myself as I am, as a child of God.

I admit my mistakes.

I tell the truth kindly and tactfully to help others.

I am sincere and trustworthy in my relationships.

Solemnity: Body and Blood of Christ

Luke 9:11b-17


Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Feast Day: St. Anthony of Padua

Examination Day Examination DayProfessional Development Day

Examination Day

Examination Day

Examination Day

Solemnity of John the Baptist

Solemnity: St. Peter & St. Paul


Luke 7:36-8:3


Luke 7:11-17


Luke 9:51-62


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JULY 2013

Stop for a moment and ask yourself. “What do I want my child’s and my relationship to be?” If you want to be close to your children, there are ways to create a strong bond.

Are you spending time each day talking? Do you do fun things together? Do you pray together? If you do these three things with your child, a solid bond will develop between you, no matter the age of your child.

Our children are richer when we let them know that we, even as adults, want to grow, too, and that we hope to keep growing all our lives.

Canada DayFeast Day: St. Thomas, Apostle


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Good communication is the essential ingredient in all healthy relationships. If we want to know our children and make them feel important, we need to listen to them attentively.

Children who hear that they are loved in many different ways are likely to find their own ways to say it to the people they love – all through their lives.

One of the most essential ways of saying I love you is by careful listening – listening with “the ear of the heart”.

Even people who care deeply about each other can agree to disagree about some things.

Feast Day: St. Kateri Tekakwitha

Feast Day: St. James, Apostle

Feast Day: St. Anne & St. Joachim, Parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary


Luke 10:1-12, 17-20


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AUGUST 2013

We all make mistakes and mistakes are opportunities to learn. Teach your child the 3 R’s of recovery after they make a mistake. Recognize their mistake, Reconcile and say they are sorry, and Resolve by focusing on solutions instead of laying blame.

Yourchildrenbecomewhatthey observe. Each action and word spoken sends a message to your children. Are you sending the message you want your child to receive?


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The internet can be a great resource to children but it can also be fraught with danger. Monitor the use of the internet in your home. Place your computer in a high traffic area, using programs to control access to unwanted sites.

Undertake household chores together. Sharing chores as a family will create a family bond and develop a sense of responsibility in your children.

As you and your children begin preparing for school, take some time to sit with your child and plan for success. Ask them what their goal for the upcoming school year is and then help them to put together an action plan.

Civic Holiday

Father’s Day

Feast Day: Transfiguration

Solemnity: Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Memorial: Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Feast Day: St. Bartholomew, Apostle


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21 st Sunday in Ordinary Time

Luke 13:22-30

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