Day: 12 February 2023

HUMANITARIAN RELIEF FOR TURKEY AND SYRIA

Schools throughout the York Catholic DSB are coming to the assistance of those who were affected by the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. Thousands of people in Turkey and Syria are now homeless in winter weather conditions after some of the largest earthquakes in the past 100 years destroyed buildings across the region.   Donations are urgently needed for medical, rescue and humanitarian efforts across the ... Continue reading "HUMANITARIAN RELIEF FOR TURKEY AND SYRIA"

JOYEUX CARNAVAL!

St. Michael the Archangel will be celebrating Carnaval week this year on February 13-17, 2023. Throughout the week, students are encouraged to show their Carnaval spirit by dressing up according to the different theme days outlined in the infographic below. Students will be participating in class Loto (Bingo) each day, Bonhomme number draw, and enjoy a Bonhomme cookie from Terra Cotta Cookie company. On Wednesday, ... Continue reading "JOYEUX CARNAVAL!"

FATHER ANDRE VISITS GRADE 7s AND 2s

On Friday, the Grade 7 students had a chance to meet with parish priest, Father Andre, to discuss Confirmation. Students discussed the holy spirit, especially the divine way that it strengthens the gifts we received at Baptism.  Students were urged to continue to pray and speak of God’s word with boldness as they prepare their hearts and minds for Confirmation. We look forward to meeting ... Continue reading "FATHER ANDRE VISITS GRADE 7s AND 2s"