Year: 2022

SJRH Class Placements and Organization for Sept 2022

Our primary concern when creating class lists is to leverage our professional judgment to address individual and collective needs, as well as the spiritual, educational, and social needs of SJRH’s students. We take this task seriously and confer with each other regarding observations and experiences over the year with each child.

We have found ourselves in extraordinary circumstances since March 2020, and our ... Continue reading "SJRH Class Placements and Organization for Sept 2022"

Our book fair is now open!

Our book fair is now open! Students can make in-person purchases during the school day until Thursday, May 19th.

Extended family hours for families wishing to attend are:

Tuesday, May 17th- 7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Wednesday, May 18th- 7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m. and  3:00-5:00 p.m.

Online shopping link active May 16th-19th:   https://virtualbookfairs.scholastic.ca/pages/5179757 ... Continue reading "Our book fair is now open!"

Annual BBQ Survey

Your St. Joseph Catholic School Council is happy to bring back the annual year-end BBQ with the support of our staff, YPCE daycare, and parent volunteers. The BBQ is being held on Thursday, June 16, 2022, from 4 pm to 7 pm. We are asking the school community to fill out the survey below in order to help us plan for the BBQ.

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Peter Katz Presentation Gr.5-8- May 25th

We thank our Board of Trustees for approving the funds for a Mental Wellness Presentation. All Area 4 schools will receive the presentation for all students in Grades 5-8.
May 25, 2022, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. (via Zoom) – Why I Seek Discomfort – by presenter Peter Katz.

Mindful Movement

Our grades 4,5,6,7 and 8 students will be participating in a 1-hour Mindful Movement practice led by Jessica Darmanin on Tuesday, May 17th, 2022.

This is an opportunity for us to practice Mindful Movement and self-connection with the support of our school community, in an effort to feel good, both mentally and physically. Our practice will include accessible movement, breath awareness, and meditation.  ... Continue reading "Mindful Movement"

Rapid Antigen Test Kit Letter

In an effort to help slow the spread of COVID-19, reduce absenteeism, and to continue to support our school communities, the YCDSB/SJRH is pleased to offer rapid antigen test kits for symptomatic students and staff.

In alignment with the updated testing guidance from Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, when a student or staff member returns from an unplanned absence, they are able ... Continue reading "Rapid Antigen Test Kit Letter"