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DRESS CODE

In keeping with the distinction of our Catholic schools, the York Catholic District School Board believes that a student dress code fosters: a sense of belonging and pride; a safe and respectful environment for learning and teaching; and a confident and positive sense of self and respect for the dignity and welfare of others.

At St. Elizabeth Seton, appropriate dress code is in ... Continue reading "DRESS CODE"

PEDICULOSIS – HEAD LICE

As we begin a new school year, we remind parents/guardians that this may be a good time to check your child’s head for pediculosis (lice). As you are aware, sometimes there may be a “lice alert” at a school, however, the whole school will not be affected and most likely the whole school will not be notified of an incident unless there is one in ... Continue reading "PEDICULOSIS – HEAD LICE"

STUDENTS WITH ASTHMA

In accordance with the Act to Protect Pupils with Asthma (Ryan’s Law: Ensuring Asthma Friendly Schools, 2015) the YCDSB recognized that asthma management is a shared responsibility among students, parents, caregivers and the entire school community.

It is the responsibility of parents(s)/guardian(s) to advise the school immediately upon registration and/or when in receipt of a diagnosis of asthma. It is also the responsibility ... Continue reading "STUDENTS WITH ASTHMA"

ST. ELIZABETH SCHOOL IS A NUT SAFE SCHOOL

ANAPHALYXSIS-LIFE THREATENING ALLERGIES

The York Catholic District School Board has a policy in place to help protect anaphylactic students and staff with life threatening allergies. Protecting anaphylactic students and staff from exposure to life threatening substances creates a major challenge for all elementary schools.

As outlined in the policy, parents are asked to inform the school of such allergies and are ... Continue reading "ST. ELIZABETH SCHOOL IS A NUT SAFE SCHOOL"

Elementary YCDSB PA Day: Friday, June 28, 2024

In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s new Regulation 304, “School Year Calendar, Professional Activity Days,” the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) is providing the following summary of P.A. Day activities at the elementary level on Friday, June 28, 2024.

Friday, June 28, 2024 Staff are engaged in closing operations for the end of term.

Learn About Ontario Politics First-Hand as Legislative Page

A heartfelt congratulations to Malcolm Y., one of St. Elizabeth Seton’s very own Grade 8 French Immersion students who has been selected to serve as a Legislative Page at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario. The Program is open to students in grades 7 and 8 who have an interest in current affairs and is designed for “high-achieving, community-involved students who have demonstrated responsibility ... Continue reading "Learn About Ontario Politics First-Hand as Legislative Page"