We are excited to welcome our high school students back for the start of Semester 2 on Monday, February 2. As we begin this new semester, we encourage you to take a moment to read this month’s newsletter, which includes important updates, upcoming dates, and school information. 

Each student in grades 4 through 12 will complete the census at school.  Answers are voluntary and confidential. Notre Dame High School Students will complete their census on March 9th

The information collected will help us:

• Plan programs and services that support student success.

• Understand language, cultural, and identity needs in our schools.

• Improve resources for students with diverse backgrounds.

• Guide equity and inclusion work.

• Identify areas where additional support is needed; and

• Create schools where every student feels safe, welcome, and included.

Want to learn more? Attend a Parent Engagement Session:
In-Person: 

• Wed, Feb 4th at St. Paul High School  (6:30 PM)   OR   

• Thurs, Feb 5th Lester B Pearson High School (7:30 PM)

Sign up to attend an in-person session HERE.

On-site child minding will be provided. We will provide on-site interpretation services for: Arabic, Spanish, French, Mandarin and Tigrinya

Need more info? Consult: Board Census Webpage and FAQ 

If you prefer that your child not participate in the census, you may complete an opt-out form available on our website from February 2–13. We will also email you the link on February 2.

The Catholic Education Foundation of Ottawa (CEFO) is an independent charitable arm of the Ottawa Catholic School Board. Since 1999, CEFO has supported OCSB students and their families during times of personal tragedy and financial hardship.

Again this year, OCSB has partnered with BUMP to host the CEFO 50/50 raffle. Every ticket you purchase will help support a child in need in our schools. You can purchase 50/50 tickets online at the CEFO 50/50 raffle website from 8:00 am on February 2 until noon on Friday, February 27. The winner will receive 50% of the total money raised through ticket sales, with the other 50% going to CEFO. 

Every ticket purchased helps provide urgent support to OCSB students and families facing financial hardship. Get yours before February 27 and make a difference in our community! Buy a Ticket

Edge Imaging will be back to take Grad Photo Retakes - Please check your student email with the link to book. 

Absences now need to be reported through SafeArrival, which is the School Board’s new system for reporting absences.  This method is important as it helps ensure accuracy and makes the process easier for parents. You can find more details and instructions on Notre Dame’s website here: SafeArrival Information. 

The start of the new school year is just weeks away, to say we are excited to Welcome everyone back is an understatement!

Parents/Guardians we've created a checklist for you to reference before the start of school, ensuring you and your child don't miss out on any exciting news and opportunities we have here at Notre Dame High School. If you have any questions or need further assistance please don't hesitate to reach out to us.

• Sign-Up for Parent Portal Account Helpful Hints

• School Messenger Account  Helpful Hints

• Register for School Cash On-Line Account  

• Update Your Child’s Health Forms 

• Fill Out School Forms on Parent Portal Helpful Hints

• Update Your Contact Information on Parent Portal Helpful Hints

We look forward to seeing you all on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

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