Sending a little shout out to my SVA community! I (Mrs. T-D) miss you all and can’t wait to see you again. Until then, I left you a little message at the front doors of the school. 🌈♥️
@OpiyoOloya
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@ycdsb
St. Veronica Staff celebrated mass together with our family of schools at St. Clare of Assisi Church. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect in prayer and friendship, with the purpose of IGNITING HOPE. Thank you Rev. Monsignor John and Father Antonello.
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This year YCDSB celebrates 50 years of excellence in Catholic education. Have you checked out the curated display of artefacts at the Catholic Education Centre?
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@OpiyoOloya
@abfalconi
I am overwhelmed by the generosity of our St. Veronica community. Thank you to our families who donated to our Food Drive today. In the midst of hardship, goodness can always be found. You make me proud 🤗
@OpiyoOloya
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@YCDSB
@MarcCaruso13
#YCDSBFOODDRIVE
Our Gr. 8 Octave Jazz Band wowed the crowd at yesterday's Primary Christmas Concert with their holiday tunes and classic jazz and pop songs. This group of students are truly talented. Great work to all!!
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@ycdsb
The staff of St. Veronica CES is excited to welcome back our first group of students to school tomorrow. Our Grades 1, 2 and 3 students will join us for Direct Entry between 8:45 & 9:00 am at the Portapak stairs. We can't wait to see you all!
@OpiyoOloya
@MarcCaruso13
A huge CONGRATULATIONS to the SVA Cross Country Team for coming in FIRST PLACE at today’s meet. Your hard work and dedication paid off. Thanks to the coaches for your efforts. GO VIPERS!!
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@OpiyoOloya
Ms. Colalillo's Grade 2s learned about the history of the use of the Poinsettia and then created these beautiful watercolour prints. Great job Grade 2s!
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@MarcCaruso13
Wishing my St. Veronica family and community a happy last day of school and a safe and restful and joyful summer. It’s been quite a year but we got through it together!
@OpiyoOloya
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@MarcCaruso13
Students found joy and calm when accessing the Mindfulness Room this week as we acknowledge Mental Health week along with Catholic Education Week.🙏🏼💙 Thank you Ms.Theo!
@DomenicScuglia
@WigstonJennifer
St. Veronica Staff spent a wonderful Faith-filled day exploring various ways that we can be the beacon to IGNITE HOPE.We worked on a collaborative canvas that will be a reminder of working together to create beauty through trust, caring & love.
@OpiyoOloya
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We pray for the souls of the 215 young lives that were taken from their families and taken from our world. We pray for truth. We pray for reconciliation. We pray for healing.
@OpiyoOloya
@YCDSB
@MarcCaruso13
Congratulations to our Gr. 8 graduates! May you always be blessed along your journey. Thank you to our amazing SVA staff for the beautiful and memorable evening.
@OpiyoOloya
@abfalconi
Peace maker assembly was a wonderful way to celebrate SVA students and all the wonderful acts of peace and kindness for the month of January! 🙏🏼
@WigstonJennifer
@YCDSB_MH
@DomenicScuglia
I hope everyone remembered to dress in Christmas Colours today, as this is Christmas Spirit Week at St. Veronica CES. Can't wait to see all the festive colours.
@OpiyoOloya
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@ycdsb
We wish our Grade 7 students well as they receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit through the Sacrament of Confirmation tonight. May God continue to bless you on your journey to becoming young adults in the Catholic faith.
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This morning, our entire school had the opportunity to listen to a presentation by Black Canadian author & presenter AUBREY CLARKE. Today, you contributed to our shared story and serve as an inspiration for ALL children on what they can achieve. Thank u!
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@YCDSB
Congratulations to Savanna in Gr.6 who competed in the BOARD LEVEL ORAL COMMUNICATION competition and came in 3rd Place! We are so proud of her and her speech on Stress & Anxiety. Third in the board! Way to go!
@ycdsb
Thank you to our Grade 7 students, under the leadership of Ms. Peragine, for the moving and beautiful re-enactment of the Stations of the Cross.
@OpiyoOloya
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@ycdsb
Today we walked for Epilepsy Awareness! Thank you for inviting us to be part of your special day GB. You are our superhero!💜
@WigstonJennifer
@DomenicScuglia
Wishing all of our wonderful mothers and those that step in as mothers for our children a very Happy Mother’s Day today. Although you may not be able to celebrate together, your love and influence are always felt.
@OpiyoOloya
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@MarcCaruso13
St. Veronica staff is truly a professional learning community of caring and devoted people. Today at recess, led by our Liturgical Committee in prayer, we celebrated that we "are there for each other" as friends.
#SVAhasheart
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@ycdsb
Please continue to donate any gently used Standardized Dress Code clothing. The drop off bin is located in the front foyer. The donations collected last year were given to 200 refugee children at a school in Toronto's East end. Thank you!!!!
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@OpiyoOloya
Today, our collective voices rang out as we sang the National Anthem & then were silenced as we stood quietly for 2 minutes while the haunting trumpet played the Last Post. Our SVA community prayed for those fallen and those still working towards peace. We remember!
@OpiyoOloya
Are you all ready for our Hallowe'en Spook-a-Thon? Got your costume? Your fundraising form? Then you are ready! But remember, no masks or weapons at school. Looking forward to a fun day on Oct. 31!
@OpiyoOloya
@ycdsb
Once again this year St. Veronica CES is running their annual THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE. Check your email to see details of what is needed and timelines. Please donate what you can.
#Luke4
:18
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@ycdsb
Tomorrow we welcome our Grade 7 and 8 students back to school. It will be wonderful to see our in-person learners back in the building.
@OpiyoOloya
@MarcCaruso13
While learning about various Black historical figures, students worked with Librarian
@CarlaAnibaldi
to create these works of art. Each student contributed one piece that together made up the whole. Cultural mosaic-life imitating art.
@ycdsb
@OpiyoOloya
@abfalconi
In our Catholic schools, during Lent, the crucifix draped with a purple cloth is a prominent symbol of Jesus' sacrifice for us. It is a visual reminder that we are on a journey of preparation and penance.
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@abfalconi
Ms. Natarelli's Gr. 6 class wrote and decorated Christmas cards to our troops who are risking their lives to save ours. They enthusiastically created beautiful messages of hope and thanks. Great work spreading joy this Christmas season!
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@MarcCaruso13
St. Veronica CES is ready for you! Bins are here waiting to be filled with non-perishable food items and hygiene products. Today only—10 am to 7 pm. Give what you can.
@OpiyoOloya
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@YCDSB
Ms.Monteleone’s Gr.5 class enjoyed volleyball lessons from Unity Volleyball! A great way to develop skill and get in extra physical activity🏐
@WigstonJennifer
@DomenicScuglia
Good morning St. Veronica! It’s Week
#8
of distance learning and this is your weekly reminder that you got this! Keep up the great work 👍 Stay positive and hopeful ☀️
@OpiyoOloya
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@MarcCaruso13
"Prepare the way of the Lord" is the theme of the Advent season. As we get ready for Christmas, we must remember to prepare our lives for Jesus, who came as "the light of the world", which brings light for our future.
@OpiyoOloya
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@ycdsb
Congratulations to St. Veronica Vipers who came in 2nd place at the Track and Field Meet. Thanks to all the coaches for preparing our students well.
@ycdsb
Such a beautiful opportunity this morning to celebrate mass during Catholic Education Week with His Eminence Cardinal Collins. We are truly blessed to have Catholic education in Ontario.
#CEW2020
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During this time of uncertainty please know that we are thinking of you all & praying for health & an end to this unprecedented time. Please say hi to your kids & let them know we miss them & can’t wait to see them again. In the meantime be safe & well.
@OpiyoOloya
@abfalconi
T-L Anibaldi challenged students on her Google Classroom to create their own roller coaster after watching a video clip of one. This is the creative coaster Adrienne in Gr. 3 designed. Way to go!!
@OpiyoOloya
@YCDSB
It’s the last day of school, and Civvies Day. We look forward to the Grade 8 Clap Out at 3:15 pm, and saying goodbye to another wonderful year at SVA!
@OpiyoOloya
@abfalconi
Thank you Associate Director Mr.Pivato and Superintendent Mr.LaLiberte for visiting SVA! Catholic Education week in full swing with hands on activities!🕊🙏
@YCDSB
@TimLaliberte
Congratulations to SVA’s sweet Grade 2 students who received the sacrament of Holy Communion today. Thank you to the Rev. Monsignor John, Fr. Antonella, Ms. Colalillo, Ms. Angelucci, Ms. Andrisani and Ms. Zappone for their excellent preparation.
@ycdsb
We are the champions!!!! Congrats to our Intermediate boys basketball team on winning the area tournament! Thank you Ms.Camillo, Mr.Rusek and Mr.Tam
for your dedication and to Ms.Wigston for your support. 🥇🎉
@WigstonJennifer
St. Veronica’s Eco Team created this banner for Earth Day that is hanging prominently in the hallway of the City of Vaughan. Great job Eco warriors!
@OpiyoOloya
@ycdsb
@abfalconi
“Do not be afraid. He is risen!” Wishing our St. Veronica community a Happy Easter filled with the joy of the risen Lord.
@OpiyoOloya
@abfalconi
@ycdsb
Outdoor Carnaval play day was a success!! Our Gr8 leaders were fantastic and all students enjoyed working as a team! Thank you French teachers!!
@WigstonJennifer
@DomenicScuglia
Today St. Veronica continues the legacy of Terry Fox as we walk to support cancer research. Students & staff are wearing red to pay tribute to this great Canadian champion.
#terryfoxwalk
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@ycdsb
Congratulations to Savanna in Gr.6 and Simona in Gr.7 who advanced from the School level Oral Communications to the Area level @ St. Michael. Simona placed 3rd at the Area Finals & Savanna placed 2nd, which means she advances to the Board level finals tomorrow. Good luck!
@ycdsb
Thank you to our amazing St. Veronica Staff, students and community for making the start of our year so successful! We couldn’t have done it without you!
#svarocks
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@MarcCaruso13
After learning about the important role of community helpers, especially during this time of Covid-19, some of our Gr. 2 students wanted to show their appreciation by creating beautiful posters.
@YCDSB
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@abfalconi
Today we celebrated our Closing Graduation Mass with Father Antonello, the staff & students of SVA, & the community. We offer our congratulations to the Gr. 8s and pray for them as they continue their journey. God bless the graduates.
@ycdsb
Meet our team of Student Nurses who are doing their practicum placement at St. Veronica. They are planning and teaching lessons on health & wellness, as well as working with our Student Health Champions. Great work!
@OpiyoOloya
@YCDSB
Today our FDK students led us in Easter Celebration! What a wonderful way to celebrate our Lord. Thank you to staff who organized, parents for attending and Trustee Wigston for celebrating with us🙏🏼
@WigstonJennifer
@DomenicScuglia
People of African descent have been a part of shaping Canada's heritage and identity since the arrival of Mathieu Da Costa, a navigator and interpreter, whose presence in Canada dates back to the early 1600s.
@OpiyoOloya
@YCDSB
Happy New Year to the SVA community! I hope you all enjoyed a safe and restful holiday. We look forward to welcoming you all back tomorrow, Monday January 7, 2019. New year, new opportunities and blessings.
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@abfalconi
@OpiyoOloya