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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"
St. Scalabrini Welcomed to the YCDSB

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.
St. Scalabrini was the bishop of Piacenza, in northern Italy, from 1876
... Continue reading "St. Scalabrini Welcomed to the YCDSB"YCDSB’s Multi-Year Financial Recovery Plan

Dear York Catholic District School Board Families,
The Board of Trustees and Senior Team are dedicated to the sound financial management of the money entrusted to us by the public. Unfortunately, the York Catholic DSB has faced several financial challenges in recent years, including declining school enrolment in our elementary schools, inadequate funding for special education, and rising transportation and IT infrastructure costs. ... Continue reading "YCDSB’s Multi-Year Financial Recovery Plan"
P.A. Day Disclosure: Friday, November 15, 2024

Friday, November 15, 2024, will be a P.A. Day in York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) elementary and secondary schools.
In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s Regulation 304, “School Year Calendar, Professional Activity Days,” the YCDSB is providing the following summary of staff activities for the P.A. Day on Friday, November 15, 2024.
Parent-Teacher Interviews At the
... Continue reading "P.A. Day Disclosure: Friday, November 15, 2024"P.A. Day Disclosure: Monday, October 21, 2024

Monday, October 21, 2024, will be a P.A. Day in York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) elementary and secondary schools.
In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s Regulation 304, “School Year Calendar, Professional Activity Days,” the YCDSB is providing the following summary of staff activities for the P.A. Day on Monday, October 21, 2024.
... Continue reading "P.A. Day Disclosure: Monday, October 21, 2024"BSI School Start Information

It is with great pleasure that we welcome you to the 2024-2025 school year here at Blessed Scalabrini . We hope you had an enjoyable summer break.
The return to school is an exciting time for staff, students and their families, and as we embark on this school year journey, this time is accompanied by new-found energy and enthusiasm. Our school community continues ... Continue reading "BSI School Start Information"