Happy New Year! I hope you and your family enjoyed a blessed Christmas and joyous new year.
Today we celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany. This day celebrates that Christ was revealed as the son of God. Just as the Wise Men brought gifts, all of us are called to reflect the light of Jesus by using our gifts, talents and skills to serve others.
Loving God,
We thank you for all Your gifts to us:
for making us, for loving us,
for calling us to be Your children.
This New Year, we give thanks
for all the good things You have done for us.
We ask you to continue to bless us
with Your love throughout the year.
Amen.
Kiss and Ride
As we return to school and continue to prioritize the safety of all students, parents and guardians are reminded to please adhere to the guidelines (see map below) for using our Kiss and Ride on the east side of the school. If you wish to park your vehicle, please use the westside parking lot. Thank you for your cooperation.
Congratulations Ms. Tropea
We congratulate Ms. Tropea, Special Education teacher, who was appointed to the role of vice-principal in the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board. We wish Ms. Tropea well as she begins her journey as an administrator. A long-term occasional teacher (LTO) will be hired as soon as possible. Updates will be shared with parents once available.
Kindergarten Registration
Do you have a child or know someone who has a child who is eligible to register for Kindergarten this coming fall? If yes, please note that 2022-2023 Kindergarten registration at the York Catholic District School Board will open starting today, January 9th, 2023.
Parents are invited to register online at: www.ycdsb.ca/admissions .
Catholic School Council (CSC)
The CSC’s hot lunch program is back up and running! Visit www.healthyhunger.ca to place your orders. See the attached flyer for more information.
SNS CSC_Hot Lunch Flyer_Jan2023
St. Nicholas’ next CSC meeting will take place on Tuesday, January 17th at 7:00pm in the school library. All parents and guardians are welcome to attend.
Parent Presentations
St. Nicholas CES parents and guardians are invited to attend a special 3-part parent virtual series, entitled Triple P: Positive Parenting Program, offered to our family of schools in Newmarket.
The Positive Parenting Program seminars are a series of three workshops for parents of children ages 0-12. Offering easy to understand and practical strategies, Triple P seminars are a great tool to help families navigate many challenging parenting situations.
Please see the information attached and below for details on these free virtual sessions, including dates and times and registration information.
Triple P Parenting Flyer
Spaces are limited so don’t delay, register for Triple P: Positive Parenting Program using the link below!
Triple P Parenting Registration
Hearing Clinic
St. Nicholas CES’ Hearing Screening Clinic will take place on Monday, January 30th. Please review the attached information notice and permission form attached. If you wish to have your child(ren)’s hearing screened, please complete and return the permission form with respective fees for each child.
SNS Parent Clinic Information Notice Revised_Jan2023Hearing Screening Clinic Permission Form – 2022-2023 Hearing Only fillable Permission 2022-2023
Upcoming PA Days
Please be advised of two upcoming PA days on Friday, January 20th and Friday, February 3rd. There will be no school on these days.
Next Week’s Activities and Events
Here is a look ahead to next week…
Tuesday, January 10th:
– St. John Pastoral Visit with Fr. Rafal, FDK to Grade 4 classes; 8:45-11:15am, in the library
Closing Prayer
During the month of January, let us conclude with our prayer for unity.
God of harmony and unity,
You want us all to work together to build Your kingdom.
May our ears hear Your voice clearly
May our eyes see Your beauty in all
May our understanding break down walls of fear and prejudice.
May we make our school and community
a place of friendship, a place of belonging,
a place of welcome,
where everyone feels safe.
where everyone has a place
where all are united in You, dear God.
Amen.
St. Nicholas, pray for us.
On behalf of the St. Nicholas CES staff, we look forward to welcoming your children back to school for the start of a great year!
Wishing you and your family health and happiness in 2023!
Sincerely,
C. Quadrini, Principal