The Ontario Association of Parents in Catholic Education (OAPCE) is proud to announce our participation in the Ministry of Education’s Task Force to implement the revised Provincial Code of Conduct (PPM 128) for the 2024-25 school year. This initiative aims to refocus education on the basics, improve classroom environments, and enhance communication with parents, […]
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Heartfelt congratulations to His Eminence, Francis Cardinal Leo as he is welcomed into the College of Cardinals. TCDSB Trustee Teresa Lubinski was part of the Toronto delegation that attended and has shared with us her experience and beautiful pictures. Earlier this month, the tenth Consistory of the pontificate of Pope Francis, which took place
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From Diapers to Teenagers: The Evolving Journey of Faith in the Family -D.Pawlowski, Director, Nipissing/Parry Sound When my children were little, going to Mass was a logistical challenge. Diaper changes, car seats, strollers, soothing a restless infant, finding a seat… and I’d often wonder, Am I disturbing others? Should we leave? I’ll never forget one
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by D. Garell-Teti, OAPCE Halton Director, Chair “No one has ever become poor by giving.” — Anne Frank “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” — John 3:16 Christmas is a wonderful time of year, where many
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We are excited to invite you to the OAPCE Advent Retreat, a special opportunity for spiritual growth and reflection as we prepare for the Jubilee Year and the Christmas season. OAPCE Advent Retreat December 11 2024 ✠ Yvan Mathieu, SM The Jubilee Year will start on Tuesday December 24th, 2024 Christmas Eve. His Most Rev. Bishop
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The 2025 Jubilee will officially open on December 24, 2024, at 7pm with a Mass presided over by Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Square. The rite of the Opening of the Holy Door will follow. “Jubilee” is the name given to a particular year; the name comes from the instrument used to mark its
The Ontario Association of Parents in Catholic Education Co-Executive Directors had the opportunity to meet with the new Honourable Minister of Education Jill Dunlop at the Ministry of Education office in downtown Toronto. The new Minister took the time to discuss items that are pertaining to the education of our children in publicly funded Catholic
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The Power of Faith through Music: Building a Connection with Children By Dianne Pawlowski, Director, Nippising Parry Sound Music has long been a powerful tool for teaching and connecting with people, especially children. Faith-based music holds a unique ability to instill spiritual messages and create a deeper connection to religious teachings. One of the most
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TIPS FOR RAISING A READER – By D. Garell-Teti, OAPCE Chair/Director Halton “Children are made readers in the laps of their parents” — Emilie Buchwald, award-winning children’s author As a new school year begins, parents often wonder how to support their children to become better readers. There are many reasons to read. Reading provides entertainment
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No other Organization Champions Parental Engagement and Education Policy in Ontario like OAPCE. The Ontario Association of Parents in Catholic Education (OAPCE) is a recognized parent organization that advocates for and supports Catholic Education in the province of Ontario. Established in 1939, OAPCE works to provide information and resources to parents, as well as representing
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