Month: February 2022

Black Heritage Month – Reading Rainbow Live Stream Event

Reading Rainbow live-streamed readings are back!

Thanks to the Reading Rainbow Team, all York Catholic elementary schools are once again invited to participate in a live-streamed book reading event in celebration of Black Heritage Month.

On February 24th, student leaders from St. Joan of Arc CHS in Maple, St. Theresa of Lisieux CHS in Richmond Hill and Father Michael ... Continue reading "Black Heritage Month – Reading Rainbow Live Stream Event"

LifeTouch Photo Retake Day March 25th

For families that wish to have their child(ren)’s photos retaken, please note that our new Retake Day is Friday, March 25th, rescheduled from January due to scheduling issues after the 2 week remote learning period after Christmas Break.

Carnaval d’hiver 2022

We are looking forward to a fun Carnaval Week running from February 14th to 19th.  Carnaval Highlights include dress-up theme days, Bonhomme classroom visits, Carnaval crafts and activities and a winter movie afternoon!

Students, teachers and all staff are invited to show their Carnaval spirit by dressing according to the theme day.

Monday, February 14 – Pink, Red, and White Day ... Continue reading "Carnaval d’hiver 2022"

Black Heritage Month at Prince of Peace

During Black Heritage Month, people in Canada celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Black Canadians and their communities who, throughout history, have done so much to make Canada the culturally diverse, compassionate, and prosperous nation it is today. Black Heritage Month is about celebrating Black Excellence. 

Our Virtues of the Month for January and February are Unity and Wisdom respectively.  Later in ... Continue reading "Black Heritage Month at Prince of Peace"

Valentine’s Day Candy Grams!

On Monday, February 14th, students will have the opportunity to share Valentine’s Candy Grams, which will help to spread positive messages and some sweet treats!. Candy Grams will be available for purchase until Wednesday February 9th.

Students, parents, and staff are able to pre-order Valentine’s Candy Grams that contain a message from the sender and a full size (peanut-free) chocolate bar (handled and ... Continue reading "Valentine’s Day Candy Grams!"