St. John Paul II Catholic Elementary School
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Dear St John Paul II Families,
World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate people with Down Syndrome around the globe. In 2012, the United Nations declared March 21st, the 21st day of the 3rd month of the year, as WDSD. This signifies the uniqueness of the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome which causes Down syndrome. This day ... Continue reading "World Down Syndrome Day March 21"
Dear St John Paul II Families,
On Tuesday, March 1, 2022, the Archdiocese of Toronto announced it would be accepting donations for humanitarian relief in response to the tragedy unfolding in Ukraine. Funds collected by the Archdiocese will be channeled to the Catholic Near East Welfare Association (CNEWA) and the Office for Refugees, Archdiocese of Toronto (ORAT). As a Catholic faith community, the ... Continue reading "Archdiocese of Toronto – Prayer, Fasting and Alms for Ukraine"
Dear St John Paul II Families,
March break this year will be Monday March 14th – Friday March 18th inclusive. There are no scheduled classes for students. Classes will resume on Monday March 21st. Have a wonderful and relaxing Spring Break!
Dear St John Paul II Families,
Our March newsletter is now available. Click below
Dear St John Paul II Families,
News from the French Department: The annual Carnaval de St. John Paul II is almost upon us. We are busy planning some exciting activities to celebrate the French culture and embrace our winter weather. Please check your child’s Google classroom for details. This year Carnaval week will run from Tuesday February 22nd to Friday February 25th. ... Continue reading "Carnaval de St John Paul II"
Dear St John Paul II Families,
We are thrilled to have Kesha Christie visit our Grade 1, 2 and 3 students on Thursday February 17. She is a local storyteller who shares Caribbean and African folklore and discusses storytelling, fables, and original works. Kesha is a member of Durham Storytellers and Storytellers of Canada, and is the founder of Talkin’ Tales, a celebration ... Continue reading "Welcome Kesha Christie"
