St. Matthew Catholic Elementary School
Home of "The Hawks"
Rett syndrome is a genetic disorder that causes a loss of spoken language and motor skills. Symptoms of Rett syndrome vary, a child may have uncontrolled hand movements, trouble eating and swallowing, may lose their ability to walk or speak, or have seizures. Spread Rett syndrome awareness by participating in wearing PURPLE this Friday, October 25th!
The YCDSB Curriculum and Assessment Department has created the third of an ongoing bi-annual newsletter for families highlighting resources, tips, and activities that can be used at home to promote mathematics learning and facilitate mathematics discussions between students and parents/guardians.
Please see the attached pamphlets: Families of Elementary School Students
This year St. Matthew’s is excited to offer school Spirit Wear Clothing. The company that we have chosen is Sharc Promotional Sales, who provide high quality products for schools throughout the York Catholic District School Board.
Spiritwear is a great way of enhancing each student’s connection to the school and, in turn, promotes a sense of belonging and school spirit.
International Walk to School Month (IWALK) is an annual event that takes place in October to raise awareness about the benefits of walking and other types of active transportation to get to and from school. It is a great opportunity for students, families and the school community to be part of a global event to celebrate the benefits of active transportation.
Join the ... Continue reading "October Is International Walk to School Month (IWALK)"
If you would like to donate to the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty fundraiser, please click here.
Dear York Catholic District School Board families,
As a Catholic learning community, we are dedicated to living out Gospel values by supporting those in need.
... Continue reading "Fundraiser: International Day for the Eradication of Poverty"This fall, the York Catholic District School Board will host a series of in-person high school open houses for parents and graduating elementary school students starting secondary school next September. All Grade 8 students and their parents who reside in York Region, as well as Grade 6-8 students and their parents who reside in the towns of Georgina and Whitchurch-Stouffville, are encouraged
... Continue reading "2024 YCDSB Secondary School Open House Schedule"
