Year: 2021

2021-2022 Inclement Weather Procedure for Schools

November 29, 2021 General

As the winter weather approaches we wanted to update you regarding our Inclement Weather procedure for the 2021/2022 school year.

Once again this year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our Inclement Weather procedures will be based on direction from York Region Public Health (YRPH). During inclement weather days in the past, it was necessary to combine classes due to reduced staffing levels. This ... Continue reading "2021-2022 Inclement Weather Procedure for Schools"

Christmas Initiatives

November 23, 2021 General

1. St. Joseph’s School Fundraiser – Cookies/Popcorn: With the Christmas season just around the corner, St. Joseph’s School will be hosting a Cookie Drive. The cookie sale will take place from Tuesday, November 23rd, 2021 to December 17, 2021. The cost of each cookie is $2.00 and will be available for purchase during the lunch recess every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. We will be starting ... Continue reading "Christmas Initiatives"

Picture Day Proofs

November 23, 2021November 23, 2021 General

Our school just received our picture day photo proof cards today, therefore we are extending the photo order due date until Monday, November 29th. Proofs will be going home this evening.

Families are invited to learn about York Catholic’s French Immersion Program

November 17, 2021December 2, 2022 Board News

Applications open December 3rd for children entering Grade 1 next September

The York Catholic District School Board offers the French Immersion program at 15 elementary schools, and five high schools throughout York Region. The program aims to provide non-francophone children with a high degree of proficiency in the French language. Although the curriculum is the same as in the English-language program, the language ... Continue reading "Families are invited to learn about York Catholic’s French Immersion Program"

The Sankofa Storytelling Program (Grades 4-6)

November 16, 2021 General

Program Location:

The Sankofa Storytelling Program will be held VIRTUAL each Saturday 11:00am till 12:30pm. (Saturday November 27, 2021 – Saturday March 26th 2022).

Registration Link:

https://forms.gle/hmEXh9ndpMLgd14Q8

Program Rationale

Storytelling expands elementary student’s scholarly skills by helping them improve their ... Continue reading "The Sankofa Storytelling Program (Grades 4-6)"

Inclement Weather

November 11, 2021 General

Winter is just around the corner and with that in mind, please remember to dress children appropriately for outside conditions. Hats, gloves, neck warmers, and boots will keep your child(ren) warm during recess. It is also recommended to have an extra pair of clothes at school in the event that wet flurries arrive. We will continue to do our part by reminding students to dress ... Continue reading "Inclement Weather"