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SafeArrival Information
We are excited to introduce SafeArrival, a new attendance management system being tested at our school this month. SafeArrival is designed to make it easier, faster, and more convenient for families to report absences and late arrivals.
SafeArrival helps schools verify attendance more efficiently, enhances student safety, and keeps families informed in real-time. Many school boards across the country already use this system, and parents consistently report that they appreciate its convenience and ease of use.
With SafeArrival, there's no need to call the school and leave a message. Instead, you can quickly and securely report your child's absence in one of three ways:
Using the SM Home App: Download and install the SM Home app from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
If you already have the SchoolMessenger app or an account, you can log in to the new SM Home app using the same credentials. If you don't already have an account, please create one using the email address on file with your child’s school.
Follow these instructions to submit an absence.Online: Visit home.schoolmessenger.ca.
The first time you visit, click Sign Up to create your account using the email address on file with your child’s school.
Once you have an account, click the avatar in the upper right corner and select Attendance, then Report an Absence.Phone: Call the toll-free number 1-844-478-2598 and follow the prompts to report your child's absence using the automated phone system.
Using SafeArrival, you can:
Report absences in advance or respond to unexplained absences.
Notify the school for multiple children all at once.
Include a reason for each absence with just a few taps.
Ensure school staff are alerted promptly and can follow up quickly if needed.
If you have any questions or need support setting up SafeArrival, please contact the school office—we're happy to help.
Thank you for your on-going cooperation and support in helping us ensure the safety and well-being of all our students.
Catholic School Council
The School Council is comprised of the school Principal, and members representing:
Parents/guardians
Teaching Staff
Community Representatives
Meetings are held monthly on Wednesdays at 7:00 pm.
All parents/guardians are welcome to attend and join - we value your input.
Council Agenda - Sept. 2022
2023 - 2024 School Council members:
Chair:
Secretary:
Treasurer:
CSPA rep:
Principal - Deborah Langdon
School Council members provide input and advice to the Principal on topics such as:
local calendar of events and activities
school code of student behavior
school curriculum and program goals
selection of the Principal through the identification of a profile-type for the school
school budget priorities
school-community communication strategy ie methods of reporting to parents and the community
extra-curricular activities in the school
The School Council needs your voice, your input, your contribution to make the school better for all students, including yours!
Meeting Dates & Minutes:
Board-wide Parent Organizations
Catholic School Parents’ Association (CSPA)
The Ottawa Catholic School Parents’ Association (CSPA) is a volunteer group representing all OCSB parents. They are a resource for school councils and the parent community for information on local and provincial education issues. Through their website, social media, and email newsletters, they provide updates on education in Ottawa & Ontario, as well as tips, resources and information to help parents support their children in school. All parents are welcome and encouraged to join their e-mail list, follow them on social media @OttawaCSPA, and register to attend their meetings or events via EventBrite.
OCSB Parent Involvement Committee (PIC)
The OCSB Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is a provincially mandated committee made up of parents, a trustee, the Director of Education, an elementary and high school principal, and other school board staff as required. The purpose of PIC is to support, encourage, and enhance parent engagement at the school board level to improve student achievement and well-being. PIC is a subcommittee of CSPA, and parent members are appointed by CSPA.
Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC)
The OCSB’s Special Education and Advisory Committee (SEAC) makes recommendations to the Board in respect of any matter affecting the establishment, development, and delivery of special education programs and services for exceptional pupils.
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