Month: November 2021
Families are invited to learn about York Catholic’s French Immersion Program
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"
Daniella Lurion-Friends of Simon Wiesenthal
Dear St John Paul II Families,
SJPII is happy to welcome back Daniella Lurion from the Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Centre for Holocaust Studies. Daniella will be visiting our Grade 8 students and discussing the Roots of Hatred and Intolerance. Canada, often described as a diverse cultural mosaic, is not free from hatred and intolerance. Racism, antisemitism and prejudice are examined, as well ... Continue reading "Daniella Lurion-Friends of Simon Wiesenthal"
PA Day Friday November 19
Dear St John Paul II Families,
Friday November 19 has been designated as a PA Day. Teachers will be involved in interviews in the morning and professional learning in the afternoon. There are no lessons scheduled for students. Classes will resume on Monday November 22.
Parent Teacher Interviews
Dear St John Paul II Families,
This year our interviews will be conducted on Thursday November 18 and on the morning of Friday November 19. You will receive a form from your child’s teacher instructing you to fill out a time and day that is convenient for you. Interviews will be held using our Google MEET platform or via telephone, which will be ... Continue reading "Parent Teacher Interviews"
York Catholic Remembers…
This year marks the 100th Anniversary of the poppy as the official symbol of Remembrance in Canada
On November 11th the York Catholic District School Board will pay tribute to fallen Canadian veterans and all those who serve our country as a member of the Canadian Forces, past and present. Schools across the region will mark Remembrance Day with tributes and special events ... Continue reading "York Catholic Remembers…"