Picture Day: Tuesday October 1st
This is a reminder that Tuesday October 1st is our school picture day. Be sure to bring your smiles!
Month: September 2019
Orange Shirt Day: Mon. Sept. 30th
What is Orange Shirt Day?
In the spring of 2013, a commemoration event was held in Williams Lake, BC to honour those who attended the St. Joseph Mission (SJM) residential school. Orange Shirt Day was inspired by the experience and story of Phyllis (Jack) Webstad whose shiny new orange shirt was taken away on her first day of school at the Mission. Her ... Continue reading "Orange Shirt Day: Mon. Sept. 30th"
Terry Fox Walk: Thurs. Sept. 26th
Parents/Guardians,
St. Nicholas is proud to be participating in the 2019 Terry Fox School Run/Walk. Our walk will take place this Thursday, September 26th. Please consider supporting this wonderful cause by donating a Toonie or by making a donation of your choice. Students can bring in their donations throughout this week and next or you can visit our school’s fundraising page at ... Continue reading "Terry Fox Walk: Thurs. Sept. 26th"
Purple Day: Concussion Awareness
The last Wednesday in September each year is Rowan’s Law Day (#RowansLawDay). On Wednesday, September 25, 2019, schools across Ontario are expected to recognize this law by educating and engaging students, staff, and parents/guardians in activities that increase awareness about concussions and to share Rowan Stringer’s story. St. Nicholas will support this initiative with school wide announcements and by making September 25th PURPLE ... Continue reading "Purple Day: Concussion Awareness"
Safety Week: Sept 24th to 27th
Parents & Guardians,
During the week of September 24th – September 27th, all YCDSB schools will participate in a variety of activities related to student safety, under an umbrella theme of “Safety Awareness Week”. Here at St. Nicholas, we will have planned practice drills that will include:
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- Fire drills
- Lock down
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Catholic School Council
Parents/Guardians,
A reminder that Monday September 16th at 7pm is our first Catholic School Council meeting of the year. If you are interested in participating on our council please complete the St. Nicholas Catholic School Council Nomination/Declaration Form. See attached for more details.
Kind Regards,
Mr. Zorzi