Every day at St. Matthew CES, we are focused on being a kind, accepting and inclusive community. March 21st is a day the global Down Syndrome community creates a single voice advocating for the rights, inclusion, and well-being of people with Down syndrome. The idea was created because chromosomes are shaped “like socks” and people with Down syndrome have an extra chromosome.
Today ... Continue reading "World Down Syndrome Day – March 21st"
Picture Day is Coming!
Mark your calendar…March 19th and get your best smile ready! Graduation gowns, props and school colours will be provided on photo day. We recommend all graduates wear a white collared shirt for the best results! Graduates may also like to wear a dark tie if they choose.
On Ash Wednesday we are usually marked on the forehead with black ashes in the shape of a cross. This reminds us that we are children of God. At Baptism, when we became part of God’s family, we were anointed with special oil on our foreheads. The ashes today remind us that we are human and we make mistakes. The cross reminds us that since ... Continue reading "Ash Wednesday"
We are happy to announce that this year we will be serving pancakes with syrup on Shrove (Pancake) Tuesday, March 4th, 2025!
Approximately 110 students and staff will be served this year. If you prefer for your child to not receive pancakes on Tuesday, March 4th, kindly send a note to your child’s teacher ahead of time. If your child is not to ... Continue reading "Shrove Tuesday"
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"The founding principles of PINK Shirt Day is important because children were responsible for making a difference. On Wednesday, February 26th we are encouraged to practice kindness and wear PINK to show that we do not tolerate any form of bullying. The message of KINDNESS will be strong!
