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Wishing Our San Marco Families a Wonderful March Break!
Dear San Marco Families,
On behalf of the entire San Marco staff, we wish you a safe, restful, and joy-filled March Break! Whether you’re traveling, spending time with loved ones, or simply enjoying a well-deserved pause, we hope you have a fantastic week.
We look forward to welcoming our students back on Monday, March 17th, refreshed and ready for the remainder ... Continue reading "Wishing Our San Marco Families a Wonderful March Break!"
Ash Wednesday Mass – March 5th @ 10:30 am
Ash Wednesday Mass – March 5th @ 10:30 am
We invite you to join us for our Ash Wednesday Liturgy as we begin the sacred season of Lent together in prayer and reflection. The liturgy will take place in the gym at 10:30 AM and will be led by Ms. DiBello’s Grade 7 class. Ash Wednesday marks the start of our Lenten journey—a ... Continue reading "Ash Wednesday Mass – March 5th @ 10:30 am"
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Celebration – March 4th
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Celebration – March 4th
On Tuesday, March 4th, we will be celebrating Shrove Tuesday, a special day of reflection and preparation as we begin the Lenten season. Traditionally, Shrove Tuesday is a time to enjoy a feast before the fasting and spiritual renewal of Lent. To honor this tradition, our San Marco Catholic School Council has generously volunteered to prepare ... Continue reading "Shrove Tuesday Pancake Celebration – March 4th"
Black History Month @ SMO
At San Marco CES, our students are engaging in a variety of meaningful activities to celebrate Black History Month. Each grade level is exploring the achievements and contributions of Black Canadians through creative and educational projects that foster learning, reflection, and appreciation.
Primary DivisionGrade 1 students will learn about Dr. Mae Jemison, the first Black woman in space, and complete a related ... Continue reading "Black History Month @ SMO"
Confirmation + First Communion: Professional Photos Order Form
Dear SMO Families,
For those interested in ordering professional photos for Confirmation and First Communion, please see the attached order information. While SMO is helping distribute the flyers, please note that all photography services are provided through a third-party photographer organized by the church.
If you have any questions regarding orders, pricing, or delivery, please reach out directly to the photographer ... Continue reading "Confirmation + First Communion: Professional Photos Order Form"
Board News
Join Us in Prayer for Pope Francis
As a Catholic community, we are united in faith and prayer, especially in times of need. Frank Cardinal Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, has asked the faithful to join him in prayer for Pope Francis, who has been hospitalized at Gemelli Hospital in Rome since February 14, 2025. His Holiness is currently suffering from pneumonia and mild kidney failure.
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... Continue reading "Join Us in Prayer for Pope Francis"Schools and the CEC Are Closed for Thursday, February 13, 2025
Due to worsening weather conditions, all YCDSB schools and the Catholic Education Centre are closed for Thursday, February 13, 2025. Childcare facilities are also closed.
Please do not bring your child to school, as there will be no adults there to care for them.
Community Use of School permits are also cancelled for this
... Continue reading "Schools and the CEC Are Closed for Thursday, February 13, 2025"Extreme Cold Weather Tomorrow
Dear York Catholic District School Board Families,
The Weather Network forecasts that the temperature tomorrow morning will be -20 degrees Celsius, with wind chills approaching -30 degrees Celsius. York Region Public Health has issued an Extreme Cold Weather Warning, which is expected to remain in effect until Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
Student transportation will be running
... Continue reading "Extreme Cold Weather Tomorrow"