🌿 Monday: Peace Be With You 🌿
Dear St. Kateri Families,
As we begin our week together, we are reminded of Jesus’ gift of peace to each of us and to our families.
📖 Scripture for Families
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you…” — John 14:27
Jesus offers us a peace that goes beyond simply feeling calm. It is the deep comfort of knowing that God is always with us—guiding us, helping us, and calling us to care for one another with kindness and love.
💛 Family Connection Activity
✨ Take a 30-minute family walk together
Talk about: What brings each person peace?
🙏 Close with a simple prayer:
“Jesus, help our home be filled with your peace.”
📸 Share your walk with us on Instagram:
@stkaterimarkham | #CEW2026
📚 Books to Explore Together
👶 Kindergarten–Grade 3
Let There Be Peace: Prayers from Around the World
A beautiful introduction to peace through prayers from different cultures
📖 Grades 4–6
A Little More Like Jesus
Encourages growing in Christ-like virtues, including peace
📘 Grades 7–8
The Book of Belonging
Explores Bible stories focused on peace and finding our place with God
🧠 Children’s Mental Health Week
Theme: Belonging at Home
Creating a sense of belonging starts with simple, meaningful moments together.
🏡 Family Activity: Welcome Circle
At dinner or after school, take turns sharing:
• One thing you are grateful for
• One thing you are looking forward to this week
💬 Tip: Use emotion cards or a “Feelings Bingo” game to help children name and talk about their feelings
👨👩👧👦 Family Support Resource
Triple P – Positive Parenting Program
Focus: Helping children and teens build resilience and everyday life skills
Let’s begin this week by bringing Christ’s peace into our homes, our conversations, and our hearts. ✨
Yours In Catholic Education,
Marc Caruso
Principal