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Family Day Weekend for St. Louis Students

Due to the observance of Family Day in Ontario, St. Louis Adult Learning and Continuing Education Centres will not be offering courses or programs on Saturday, February 19th or Monday, February 21st. All in-person and online classes will resume on Tuesday, February 22nd.

What can I do this weekend?

Family Day is a Provincial Statutory Holiday that only a few Canadian Provinces observe. In Ontario, Family Day isn’t recognized as a holiday by the federal government. Therefore, federal civil servants do not have the day off. However, many stores, city services and attractions in Waterloo region will be either closed or operating on reduced schedules. Visit your local City of Kitchener, City of Waterloo, City of Cambridge or Region of Waterloo websites for local activities and services this weekend.

Family Day meaning

Family Day was originally created to give people time to spend with their families. It also provides a day off between New Years Day and Good Friday – adding a welcomed long weekend. We hope you will take this time to connect with your families both natural and chosen, near and far, however you are able to.

Continue to keep our communities safe and see you next week!

Enjoy!

SNOW ALERT – February 18, 2022

Due to poor weather conditions on Friday, February 18, 2022, schools will be CLOSED.

ALL St. Louis students taking in-person and online classes offered today, should visit their virtual classroom for work posted by the classroom teacher. Teachers will be available remotely during class times. There are no childcare services offered today at St. Louis.

Have a safe Family Day weekend and see some of you back in school on Tuesday!

Year of the Tiger – 2022

On behalf of the Waterloo Catholic District School Board, the International and Indigenous Languages Program (IILP) at St. Louis Adult Learning and Continuing Education Centres and the Grand River Chinese Language school,

新年快乐

Xin nian kuai le

Happy New Year

Year of the Tiger

This year – the Year of the Tiger, runs from February 1st to the Lantern Festival on February 15th , 2022. The Tiger ranks third among the animals of the Chinese zodiac and is known as the king of all beasts in China. The zodiac sign Tiger is a symbol of strength, and bravery. During the Chinese New Year celebrations children could wear hats or shoes with a tiger image for good luck.

The St. Louis IILP Chinese language school, previously host to over 1500 people at magnificent Chinese New Year events, presents a virtual celebration again this year. Chinese language students showcase their learnings each year through music, dance, dramatic performances, traditional garments, as well as many exhibits of art and accolades for essay competitions. Students will continue to make their families proud, as they demonstrate their knowledge of the Chinese language and culture, as well as their strength, and courage for the year ahead.

Virtual events will be held this morning, Saturday, February 5^th and again on Monday evening, February 7^th . These events are not open to the public.

Families of the children attending the IILP Chinese language school wanted to extend warm new year’s greetings to all.

恭喜发财

Gongxi Facai

Be Prosperous

About

For information about Chinese, Traditional Mandarin and the many other languages offered FREE for children and young adults to learn on Saturday mornings, Monday or Wednesday evenings and for 4 weeks in July,

Visit: International and Indigenous Languages Program – Elementary or International Languages Credit Courses

Snow Alert for Evening Classes ~ Feb 2, 2022

Due to declining weather conditions, St. Louis campuses are closed this evening, February 2, 2022.

Please visit your class virtual site for further directions on student learning for tonight.

Welcome Back to In-Person Learning – UPDATE February 22, 2022

As restrictions continue to shift, so does the mode of delivery for the course offerings at St. Louis.

The following programs are currently offered in-person (as of February 22nd):

Personal Support Worker Certificate program is full, in-person learning, in class (Kitchener Main Campus, Fairview Mennonite Homes) or at designated placement
Hairstyling program is full, in-person learning, in class (Kitchener Main Campus) or at designated placement
Culinary Arts Training program continues at designated placement locations
Spots for Tots licensed childcare is in-person for registered children of parents who are learning onsite (Kitchener Main Campus)
Core Essentials (Literacy and Basic Skills) students continues to have the option of in-person or online learning (Kitchener Main and St. Benedict Campuses)
Correspondence Tutoring services are available offers in-person or online options (Kitchener Main Campus) – check and book according to day and evening schedules
LINC and Care for Newcomer Children – CNC / Childminding for qualifying families is full, in-person learning, in class (Kitchener Main, St. Francis, and Highland Campuses)
ESL students continue to have the option of in-person or online learning, whichever one they registered for at most locations (Kitchener Main, St. Mary’s 77 Young, St. Francis, Emmanuel and St. Benedict Campuses)
Students who are earning credits while they work, either at an in-person or remote job, are encouraged to have regular contact with your St. Louis Credits@Work teacher.
Homework Clubs at over 30 Catholic Elementary Schools and all Catholic Secondary Schools have resumed to in-person learning, before / after school or lunch (depending on school’s designated time)

** All other programs continue in a remote, online format until further notice**

Looking for Guidance Services?

LAST CHANCE to REGISTER For:

Term 4 in-person or online Day credit classes beginning March 2nd (8:45am-11:30am / 12:30pm-3:30pm, ending May 2, 2022)

Guidance Services are also either in-person or remote. ALL current and prospective students must first complete the Guidance Intake form. All students NEW to St. Louis and WCDSB need to complete the New Student Registration Form. Regular Office Hours: Now to June 30, 2022: Monday – Thursday 8:30am – 12:30pm/1:30-4:00pm, Tuesday & Wednesday 5:30pm – 7:30pm . Closed Fridays for PLAR and online appointments.

Upcoming Skills Training Intake Sessions:

Next Personal Support Worker Certificate Training Intake Session will be in-person on Monday, April 25, 2022, 5:00pm – 8:00pm. Pre-registration begins soon!

Next Hairstyling Training Intake Session will be in-person on Wednesday, May 4, 2022, 4:00-6:00pm. Classes start September 2022. Pre-Register TODAY.

Stay tuned for details about the Culinary Arts Training programming for a September start. Expressions of interest welcomed or for further inquiries, please call 519-745-1201 x201 or email Maria.Sukarieh@wcdsb.ca

** For more information on all St. Louis programs, visit https://stlouis.wcdsb.ca **

SNOW DAY ~ Jan 17, 2022

Due to poor weather conditions on Monday, January 17, 2022, schools will be closed.

ALL St. Louis students taking in-person and online classes offered both day and evening, should visit their virtual classroom for work posted by the classroom teacher. Teachers will be available remotely during class times today.

There are no childcare services offered today at St. Louis.

Return to School for St. Louis ~ Jan 17, 2022

Our St. Louis programs are unique in many ways compared to the traditional elementary and secondary school structures. We will be handling the next several weeks a bit differently, than a full return to in-person instruction to support our learners. All students attending in-person learning at St. Louis are expected to continue to wear masks at all times, follow social distancing, use hand hygiene and complete the COVID-19 screening tool.

In-person or Online?

Please read the following information for St. Louis specific delivery format by program for student learning starting on Monday January 17.

PSW and Hairstyling/ Barber Programs will return to full in-person learning.
Core Essentials (LBS) students will continue to have the option of in-person or online learning.
Correspondence Tutoring will return to the online or in-person options – based on the Correspondence Tutoring schedule from before the holiday break.
Secondary Credit Day classes will continue with teacher led online learning for the remainder of the term (now until February 25).
All ESL, LINC and LINC Childminding at all locations will continue with teacher led online learning for the remainder of the term (February 18).
Spots for Tots will have in-person services for registered children of parents who are learning onsite and will also provide remote support to registered children of parents learning online.
International Languages, both elementary and secondary, will continue with teacher led online learning for the remainder of the school year.

Covid Screening

It is more important than ever before, that anyone feeling ill should not attend school in-person.

All children, students, staff, and visitors must complete the Covid-19 school screening for symptoms of illness every day before attending school or childcare. Staff have additional attestation protocols to follow. Any student or staff member with any symptom should not report to school.

If you have a child attending a Waterloo Catholic elementary or secondary school, the following letter to parents is very important. Please read the following:

Continuity of Learning

St. Louis is committed to the continuity of learning for all. In the event that we receive new direction from public health, the government of Ontario and/or WCDSB, please monitor local news, as well as visit the St. Louis and WCDSB websites for updates.

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New Year! New You! St. Louis can be part of the plan.

New Year! New You!

While in the face of this new wave of the pandemic, and classes having to switch to remote learning, St. Louis Adult Learning and Continuing Education is still a beacon of hope for many. This student’s one assignment last term was to create an infographic and she chose the topic of self-regulation, goal setting, and staying focused. How appropriate leading up to the new year!

Now What?

We are a few days into 2022 and you may feel like it’s not going as planned. If you think you missed your New Year’s opportunity, or you know someone in a “now what” situation, check out the St. Louis school programs available now. Some secondary school credit courses can be short-term and completed in just a few weeks . They can lead to a high school diploma or upgraded marks for post-secondary next Fall. Term 3 day classes have just begun, however you can register now for future teacher-led and online options, night school or you can earn high school credits while working. It’s not too late.

Skills for your Future

St. Louis also offers programs in Hairstyling, Culinary and Personal Support Worker skills training. St. Louis Personal Support Worker (PSW) program is offering one last opportunity for FREE tuition, FREE materials fee and a paid placement, subsidized by the Ontario government. Working as a PSW or any healthcare professional is noble, with many rewarding facets. It is also hard work and not for everyone. Learn the skills to care for the most vulnerable that would accompany your compassionate nature, self-regulation and good communication skills. Sign up now to be selected for the St. Louis PSW Certificate Training full-time day program starting February 22nd. Or plan ahead for all the September full-time, part-time, day and evening options available.

Hope and Opportunity

Explore our website https://stlouis.wcdsb.ca to find the option right for you or email us at stlouis@wcdsb.ca with any questions. Make 2022 your year of Hope and Opportunity!

Delayed Start at St. Louis Adult Learning Centres

Attention: Return to School Delayed

As per the direction of the Provincial Medical Officer of Health and Ministry of Education, all schools, including St. Louis Adult Learning and Continuing Education, will delay the return to any in-person or remote learning to Wednesday January 5, 2022. ALL daytime, evening or remote classes previously scheduled to start again on January 3rd or 4th will resume on Wednesday.

Not sure when my class starts up again?

If you are unsure of your classes start date and time, please visit the GOOGLE CALENDAR posted on the St. Louis website homepage: https://stlouis.wcdsb.ca

NOTE: Term 3 Secondary School Credit Classes

All Secondary School Credit classes will begin as scheduled on Wednesday January 5th. Registration for this term will continue Monday and Tuesday. https://stlouis.wcdsb.ca/programsandcourses/ssc/guidance-services/

Please visit the St. Louis website for regular updates. For information about return to school details for your elementary or secondary school children, please visit your school board website.

Bus Drivers for Hire!

Have you ever thought about becoming a school bus driver?

School bus operators in the Region are actively looking to hire up to 20 school bus drivers immediately. Positions are part-time and perfect for stay-at-home parents, retirees, people new to the Region, shift workers, and post-secondary students.

Training is provided and no previous experience is required. A $1,000 cash bonus will be provided to new drivers. The Record recently published this article which provides candidates with information on what it is like to drive a school bus.

Interested candidates can find more information on the STSWR website.

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