Parents

Forms & Correspondence

School Parking Lot/OSTA information

The school parking lot is designed for staff parking only and cannot accommodate parents drop off and pick up of their children. City of Ottawa By-Law enforcement has been monitoring our parking lot on most school days. Some parents who have pulled into the designated Accessible Parking spots to pick up or drop off students have received stiff fines. 

Parents who drive their children to and from school are kindly asked to avoid the school parking lot and use the 'Kiss n Ride'  single- file lane in the mornings and park appropriately on the city streets at dismissal time.  Thank you for keeping our school community safe!

The 'Kiss n' Ride' lane closes at 9:10 a.m.sharp. If you arrive late, please ensure you park to accompany your child and sign your child in, at the door. 

OSTA: 

Parents - Ottawa Student Transportation Authority


Visit the OSTA website to learn more Walking Route Maps, and Pedestrian Safety Tips: Active Transportation - Ottawa Student Transportation Authority



Catholic School Council

The School Council is comprised of the school Principal, and members representing:

Want to become more involved in your children's school? Why not attend the School Council meetings? During these meetings, upcoming fundraising efforts are discussed, as well as other School Council initiatives. As our Principal and Teacher representative also attend these meetings, attending School Council Meetings provides insight into additional initiatives taking place at the school. You do not have to be a voting member to have a voice or to see what's happening, so please join us - we value your input. 

MPB Catholic School Council Constitution 


Our next Regularly Scheduled Catholic School Council Meeting is Tuesday, December 17, 2024 @ 6:30 pm.  

Please email mpbparentcouncil@gmail.com before December 16th, if you wish to attend.  Meetings are typically held on the third Tuesday of most months at 6:30 PM in the Learning Commons  (Library) at MPB School. All parents are encouraged and welcomed to attend


Upcoming Events: 

Monsignor Paul Baxter Catholic Parent Council Presents...Dance a-Thon! 

Our Annual MPB Dance-a-thon will be this January 30th, 2025. Printed information sheets and sponsorship forms will be coming home this week! The funds raised will contribute to things like chromebooks, the school’s multi-year outdoor enhancement projects, and wellness initiatives. Prizes will be awarded to top-earning students and classes - so get those dancing shoes ready and leverage your network to support the cause!


School Council is trying something new this year! An adults-only Trivia Night Fundraiser! Parents are encouraged to put together teams of 6-8 friends or family members for a night of friendly competition. Door prizes, 50/50 raffle, prizes for winners and of course… bragging rights. Rumor has it some teachers may be in for the fun - are YOU smarter than your kids’ teacher?!

Keep an eye on your childrens’ school bag for more info on how to register your team. 


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Please contact MPBParentcouncil@gmail.com






2024-25 School Council members :

Co-Chair:   Liz Bridges

Co-Chair:   Veronica Lega

Treasurer: Michael Cornwall 

Secretary:  Ana Patenaude

CSPA Rep:  Stephanie Duggan

Administrative Rep:  Chelsea Keyes

Parish Rep:  (If Interested please email council)

Social Media Rep: Holly Grossman

Community Rep: Jen Cunningham 

Lunch Coordinator: Elizabeth Huerdler

Greening Lead: Kelsey McIntosh

Councillors at Large:  


Voting Members:

Angie Hall

Brianne Roberge

Erin Mailhot

Fiona Mutungwazi

Franakh Elavia

Lilani Pretorius

Maria Perez 

Sabrina Cornwall

Stephanie Fulcher

Sweta Shah



Members at large: 

Neela Singh 

Diane Banaschewski

Pin Yi Wu

Jen Decarlo


Teacher Co-Representatives: Chris Truelove &  Michele Emond

Principal: Vincenza Nicoletti 

School Council members provide input and advice to the Principal on topics such as:

The School Council needs your voice, your input, your contribution to make the school better for all students, including yours!  

2024-25  Event Dates Nov- June


Meeting Dates & Minutes: 


Tuesday Sept. 24/24


Tuesday October8 - Adhoc Budget Meeting 


Tuesday October 15 /24


Tues. November 19, 2024


December 17, 2024


January 21, 2025


February 18, 2025


March 18, 2025


April 15, 2025


May 20, 2025


June 17, 2025



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.