The week of October 3-7 is designated as Safety Awareness Week at YCDSB. To ensure that staff and students are familiar with the standard operating procedures, we will be reviewing the Crisis Response procedures and practicing our drills. During this week we will be participating in Fire Drills, Lockdown Drills and Hold and Secure Procedures. By doing so, we are continuing to ensure a safe ... Continue reading "SAFETY AWARENESS WEEK"
During the week of October 3-7, our school will be collecting non-perishable food for the Thanksgiving Food Drive. Bins are located in the front foyer of the school, and you are encouraged to give what you can.
“Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And ... Continue reading "THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE IN SUPPORT OF THE VAUGHAN FOOD BANK"
The Feast of St. Michael the Archangel takes place every year on September 29. This year, we will celebrate a liturgy in honour of our Patron Saint on Monday, October 3 at 9:30 am. Parents and Guardians are welcome to attend.
FIRST COMMUNION & CONFIRMATION REGISTRATION DROP OFF
In June, parents/guardians of students who will be receiving their First Communion and Confirmation this year (Grade 2 and 7 students) were sent an email with information from St. Clare of Assisi Church regarding registration for the sacraments. This is included here again for your information and reference. Please be sure to drop off your typed ... Continue reading "FIRST COMMUNION & CONFIRMATION REGISTRATION DROP OFF"
ROWAN’S LAW DAY
The last Wednesday of each September is Rowan’s Law Day (#RowansLawDay). On Wednesday, September 28, 2022, schools across Ontario recognize this law by educating and engaging students and staff in activities that increase awareness about concussions and to share Rowan Stringer’s story.
In 2018, Rowan’s Law was passed in Ontario in honour of Rowan Stringer. Rowan died while ... Continue reading "ROWAN’S LAW DAY"
WHAT IS ORANGE SHIRT DAY?
Orange Shirt Day was inspired by the experience and story of Phyllis Webstad whose shiny new orange shirt was taken away on her first day of residential school. Her story and Orange Shirt Day has become an opportunity to keep the discussion on all aspects of residential schools happening annually.
HOW CAN WE SUPPORT ORANGE SHIRT ... Continue reading "Orange Shirt Day – September 30, 2022"
