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Heat Safety at SGBS
With the summer season approaching, we may experience days with extremely hot weather. To maintain a healthy and safe learning and working environment during these conditions, we would like to review the procedures below:
- Students must monitor their level of activity and take water breaks to remain adequately hydrated, especially during the lunch hour- students can bring water bottles during the lunch ... Continue reading "Heat Safety at SGBS"
Catholic Education Week at SGBS
As we celebrate Catholic Education Week, we are filled with gratitude for the gift of Catholic education and the faith-filled community that supports our children every step of the way. This year’s theme, “Pilgrims of Hope,” invites us to journey together in faith, courage, and trust in God’s promise. Each day, our students will be invited to learnings to celebrate this theme of HOPE. ... Continue reading "Catholic Education Week at SGBS"
Skyhawk February 2025 News
Some Skyhawk news highlights to share with you:
Carnival at St. Giovanni Battista Scalabrini
Please see the attached for daily happenings: carnaval
Pizza Days
There will be pizza tomorrow, Wednesday February 26, 2025 (Inclement make up day), and Thursday February 27th, 2025 (Regular Pizza Day).
Share Life Civvies ... Continue reading "Skyhawk February 2025 News"
SGBS CHRISTMAS PERFORMANCE 2025! SAVE THE DATE
2025 Transition to High School: Information Session
Transition to High School: In-Person Parent/Guardian Information Session
For parents/guardians of students in grades 7 and 8 who are currently accessing Special Education supports
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 Event Details: Catholic Education Centre- 320 Bloomington Rd W, Aurora 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm (Wednesday, December 10,
... Continue reading "2025 Transition to High School: Information Session"SGBS November 2025 Calendar and Updates
Good morning St. Giovanni Battista Scalabrini CES families.
I would like to share the November 2025 School Calendar of Events with you, as well as some notable updates.
- For any parents/guardians who ordered SGBS School Spirit Wear online, all orders will be delivered to the school by Friday, November 7, 2025.
All Hallow’s Eve and Halloween at St. Giovanni Battista Scalabrini CES
Dear St. Giovanni Battista Scalabrini CES Parents and Guardians:
In anticipation of the joy, as well as, the need for caution associated with celebrating Halloween at the end of this month, I would like to offer the following informational items for your consideration.
Please note the importance of discouraging cultural misappropriation in costumes, and the ... Continue reading "All Hallow’s Eve and Halloween at St. Giovanni Battista Scalabrini CES"
October 2025 Virtue of the Month Award Recipients-Compassion!
Congratulations to all of our Virtue of the Month Award Recipients for the month of October: Compassion.
We celebrate these students who exemplified empathy, forgiveness and helping others in times of need throughout this month.
Board News
P.A. Day Disclosure: Friday, November 21, 2025
Friday, November 21, 2025, will be a P.A. Day in York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) elementary and secondary schools. The YCDSB is providing the following summary of staff activities for the P.A. Day.
At elementary and secondary schools, parent-teacher interviews will be available in the morning. Schools will provide information on booking an interview.
Educators
... Continue reading "P.A. Day Disclosure: Friday, November 21, 2025"2025 COMMUNITY CONSULTATIONS
YCDSB is inviting members of the school community, including students,parents/guardians, staff, and community organizations, to engage in consultations to help us better understand the students and communities we serve and to identify any potential gaps and/or barriers to student success, as per YCDSB’s Student Census.
The session(s) will focus on hearing directly from students, parents/guardians, staff,and community organizations
... Continue reading "2025 COMMUNITY CONSULTATIONS"International Day for the Eradication of Poverty Fundraiser
On Friday, October 17, our schools will join people from around the world in marking the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. As a Catholic learning community, we are called to be the hands of Christ in our community.
To answer this call, the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) has started the annual tradition of fundraising on the
... Continue reading "International Day for the Eradication of Poverty Fundraiser"