đź“… This Week at SKTA!
🗓️ November 10 – 14 2025
Dear St. Kateri Families,
We hope this message finds you well. This week, our students had a fantastic time participating in both the girls’ and boys’ intermediate volleyball YCDSB Local tournaments—thank you to our student-athletes and coaches for their dedication and sportsmanship! Thank you to our families that came to support the teams.
A heartfelt thank you to our school community for your generous support of our Halloween fundraising event. We are thrilled to share that, thanks to your contributions, we surpassed our fundraising goal—your generosity makes a real difference for our students and school programs.
Looking ahead, next week we will be observing Pink Shirt Day (Nov 13) as part of our anti-bullying initiatives. We encourage all students and staff to participate and show their commitment to kindness, inclusion, and respect.
Thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school community.
Progress Report Card Distribution
Please note St. Kateri Families, your child will be bringing home Progress Reports- printed on November 18, 2025.
Progress Report Card Information Letter         FDK Progress Report Card Information Letter
Early Reading Screening Information
If your child is in FDK Yr. 2 to gr. 2.please kindly take a moment to review the following information:
Report Card Communication to Parents/Guardians Regarding Early Reading Screening
💙 Anti-Bullying Week at St. Kateri – November 10 to 14 💙
Next week, our school community will join together to recognize Anti-Bullying Week. This is an important time for students to learn about kindness, empathy, and the power of standing up for others.
Throughout the week, classes will engage in activities and reflections that encourage inclusion, respect, and positive relationships.
📅 Pink Day – November 13
Students are invited to wear pink (or any colour that represents kindness) to show their support for a bully-free school.
Together, we continue to build a caring and welcoming community where every student feels safe, valued, and respected.
✝️ Faith Connection
As followers of Christ, we are called to “love one another as I have loved you” (John 13:34). During Anti-Bullying Week, we are reminded that even small acts of kindness and courage help bring God’s love to life in our school community.
RED WEDNESDAY
The York Catholic District School Board will recognize Red Wednesday on November 19, a day to remember Christians around the world who have suffered or been persecuted for their faith. Red Wednesday encourages prayer, awareness, and action in support of religious freedom.
Students are invited to wear red and participate in age-appropriate activities that promote human dignity, solidarity, and empathy. Administrators will guide classroom prayer and reflection, helping students understand the importance of standing in solidarity with those facing persecution.
Community members are also invited to Mass at 5:30 p.m. at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica, celebrated by Bishop John Boissonneau. Many churches and buildings will be illuminated in red that evening to show global support.
By participating, students grow in their awareness of the global Church, deepen their Catholic identity, and learn to act with compassion and empathy for others.
For more information, visit www.acn-canada.org/rw.
Supporting Students with Special Education Needs – Transition to Secondary School
A smooth transition from elementary to secondary school helps build a strong foundation for future success. To support students with Special Education needs, we are hosting an information evening for parents/guardians of Grade 7 and 8 students currently accessing Special Education supports.
During this session, you will learn about:
- The transition process from elementary to secondary school
- Special Education programs and supports at the secondary level
- Requirements for the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), Ontario Secondary School Certificate (OSSC), or Certificate of Accomplishment
- Types of courses, specialized programs, and post-secondary pathways for students with identified learning needs
- Additional key information to support a successful transition
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Time: 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Catholic Education Centre
Inclement Weather Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025
This event will be in-person at the CEC and live-streamed. Parents/guardians wishing to attend in person or access the live-stream should register using the Google Form link on the flyer. A link to the live-stream session will be shared upon registration.
We encourage all families of students with Special Education needs to attend this important session to help support a successful transition to secondary school.
| Â | Free Parent EQAO Webinar – Fall 2025 |
| Join us for a free live webinar where EQAO staff will discuss math questions that Ontario students encounter when they participate in Ontario’s large-scale assessments. These assessments are taken by all Ontario students in Grades 3, 6 and 9. During the webinar, EQAO staff will show how these math questions help assess the skills students are learning in their math classes. Staff will also share valuable insights from the past three years of assessment results, which can help parents and guardians support their children’s math learning.
Webinar date:Â
Click here for registration. |
đź“š Book Fair Coming Soon! đź“š
We’re excited to announce that the St. Kateri Book Fair is coming up soon! This event is a wonderful opportunity for students and families to explore new books and support our school library.
Please see the attached letter for further details, including dates, times, and purchasing options. Thank you for helping us foster a love of reading in our school community!
St. Edward CES French Immersion Information
đź“… Important Upcoming Dates
November
10Â Â Â Â Â Â Catholic School Council Meeting @ 7pm School Library
11Â Â Â Â Â Â Remembrance Day – Liturgy @ 10:40am
13 Â Â Â Â Pink Shirt Day
18Â Â Â Â Â Â Progress Reports Go Home – Via Parent Portal @ 4pm
19Â Â Â Â Red Wednesday
20 -21Â Â Â Â Â Â Progress Report Card Parent Interviews
21Â Â Â Â PA Day
24 – 28 Â Â Â Â Book Fair
DecemberÂ
4Â Â Â Â Â Â Brave Class Workshops
12Â Â Â Â Â Â Primary Christmas Concert – New Date/ Time: 1:15pm
Thank you once again for your ongoing partnership and support in nurturing faith, learning, and community at St. Kateri Tekakwitha. Go Tigers Go!
Yours in Catholic Education,
Marc Caruso
Principal