St. Justin Martyr Catholic Elementary School
Dedicated in faith, to excellence and service.
On Thursday October 31st , St Justin, Martyr will be having a Halloween dance for all students. Students will have the opportunity to take part in classroom activities and are encouraged to dress up. All students should be reminded that costume props, and/or replica weapons are remain at home. ALso, costumes should be respectful of the diversity in our communities and therefore should not reflect ... Continue reading "Happy Halloween"
As we enter this Thanksgiving weekend, let us take a moment to give thanks for the countless blessings we share—both within our school and parish, and in our personal lives. Together, we build a strong, supportive, and faith-filled community, and for that, we are deeply thankful.
Wishing you all a blessed and joyful Thanksgiving filled with love, gratitude, and peace.
This Fall, the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul is collecting coats for those in need. We hope that you can help by looking through your closets and donating any coats and snow pants, in good condition, for adults or children. Coats will be accepted from October 15-18th. Please send all coats tied up in plastic bags labeled with the type and size of coat ... Continue reading "SJN Coat Drive"
September 30th is Orange Shirt Day, a significant occasion that honors the strength of Indigenous children who were forced to attend residential schools. This day serves as a reminder of our commitment to reconciliation and our responsibility to combat racism, hate, and discrimination.
The date marks the time when Indigenous children were taken from their families to residential schools. The term “orange shirt” ... Continue reading "Every Child Matters- Orange Shirt Day"
As part of our safety initiative St. Justin, Martyr CES, along with all other schools in the York Catholic District School Board, will be practicing a variety of safety procedures with students and staff.
The week September 30th – October 4th, 2024 has been designated as “Safety Awareness Week” for the YCDSB. During this week, we will be rehearsing a variety of emergency ... Continue reading "Safety Awareness Week at SJN"
