Day: 25 November 2016

St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Elementary School in Thornhill held a Children’s Nutrition Workshop for parents on November 15, 2016. The interactive workshop featured Deanna Lombardi Konecny, Nutritional Therapist & Paleo Nutritionist, and Andrea Lombardi, Physician Assistant, who spoke with parents about healthy food choices for children and youth. Parents found the workshop to be informative … Continue reading “Children’s Nutrition Presentation: A Whole Foods Approach”

Students at St. Michael Catholic Academy in Thornhill participated in a school-wide activity to promote compassion and inclusivity during Anti-Bullying/Pro-Compassion Week, November 21- 25. Students from the school’s social justice club called, Luke 4:18, read an announcement over the school’s PA system every morning that promoted inclusion. All staff at the school created a “Photo Story” of … Continue reading “St. Michael CA students discuss inclusive behaviours, welcoming others”

The Catholic School Council for St. Rene Goupil – St Luke CES hosted a Family Science Night on Monday, November 14, 2016. The organization, Scientists in the Schools, was present and held various science workshops for students and their parents to explore. Parents and children were immersed in hands-on science activities that inspired scientific inquiry and exploration.  … Continue reading “Family Science Night at St. Rene Goupil-St. Luke CES”

On Thursday, November 17, 2016, St. Elizabeth Catholic High School in Thornhill proudly hosted the York Regional Police’s annual Festive RIDE launch at the YCDSB Theatre of the Arts, which is adjacent to the school. The RIDE (Reducing Impaired Driving Everywhere) launch featured Kevin Frankish from Breakfast Television, who acted as the emcee for this event. Representatives … Continue reading “YRP launches its festive RIDE campaign at St. Elizabeth CHS”

On Thursday, November 3, 2016, the school community of Mother Teresa CES gathered to celebrate the canonization of the school’s namesake. Father Carlos was the keynote speaker for this event. He spoke about Mother Teresa’s journey to sainthood and held the audience captive with his words and insight.  Father Carlos has traveled the world speaking about saints … Continue reading “Celebrating St. Teresa of Calcutta”