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Terry Fox Run 2025: St. Giovanni Battista Scalabrini CES Students “Finish It” and Continue Terry’s Legacy!

On Monday, September 15, 2025, our Skyhawks from kindergarten to grade 8 dedicated the morning to remember Terry Fox and his courageous battle with osteogenic sarcoma, (a form of bone cancer) and his amazing run from St. John’s to Thunder Bay. Students were engaged in deep thought and inspired to action during a well organized and meaningful whole school assembly. Thank you to Ms. I. ... Continue reading "Terry Fox Run 2025: St. Giovanni Battista Scalabrini CES Students “Finish It” and Continue Terry’s Legacy!"

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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
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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"

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Name Change to SGBS

On Friday, February 11, 2025, the Thornhill community gathered to celebrate the official renaming of Blessed Scalabrini CES to St. Giovanni Battista Scalabrini Catholic School. St. Scalabrini was canonized in October 2022, and the Thornhill school was excited to mark this incredible occasion for its namesake.