Sudbury Catholic District School Board

Wear Blue & White for Bell Let’s Talk Day!

To raise awareness of the importance of open dialogue surrounding mental health, Sudbury Catholic District School Board invites students, staff, and community members to wear blue and white on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. By wearing blue and white (symbolic colours for the Bell Let’s Talk Day campaign), our hope is for our Board community to unite and visually and emotionally show our support for mental health initiatives.

Share With Us!

The Sudbury Catholic School community is encouraged to share their actions with our Board by tagging us on social media and sending pictures, captions, and highlights to info@sudburycatholicschools.ca

Bell Let’s Talk Day is an important event celebrated annually worldwide and is dedicated to raising awareness about mental health and breaking the silence around mental illness.

Sudbury Catholic recognizes the importance of mental health and well-being for our students. Mental health is a critical component of overall health and well-being, and it plays a vital role in the success of our students both in and out of the classroom.

We also acknowledge the importance of reducing the stigma around mental illness and encouraging open and honest conversations about mental health. The more we talk about mental health, the more we can help those struggling and support them in getting the help they need.

That is why we encourage all of our students, staff, and families to participate in Bell Let’s Talk Day activities. Whether it’s through social media, in-school events, or one-on-one conversations, every action counts in the fight against mental health stigma.

This year’s Bell Let’s Talk Day campaign highlights ways we can all create meaningful change and take action by doing one or more of the following:

  • Choose a mental health organization to learn about or support
  • Help a friend struggling with mental health issues by learning how to support them
  • Ask about how your school, workplace or community is creating change for mental health
  • Nurture your own well-being by practicing and learning mental health strategies 
  • Get involved in a mental health initiative or organize an event to support mental health 
  • Engage in conversations about mental health to fight stigma

On January 22, let’s continue to work together to create a safe and supportive environment for all our students. Let’s break the silence around mental health and support each other in promoting mental wellness.

To learn about the activities and events planned for Bell Let’s Talk Day, and view a variety of resources, check out our Bell Let’s Talk Day 2025 resource page.

Kindergarten Registration Night on January 23, 2025

Ready, Set, Shine!

It’s Kindergarten Time! The Sudbury Catholic District School Board invites families with children entering Kindergarten during the 2025/2026 school year to participate in the Kindergarten Registration Night on Thursday, January 23 from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

This is a drop-in event, where you can explore everything you need to know about starting kindergarten for your child. Meet our friendly staff, learn about our programs, and see why the Sudbury Catholic District School Board is the perfect place for your little one to grow and thrive.

We can’t wait to welcome you and your future student!

Please Note: If parents are unable to make the Board registration night, the Sudbury Catholic District School Board welcomes families to contact their closest Catholic Elementary School to register and ask questions.

Kindergarten Registration Night

Both English and French Immersion Kindergarten programs are available at Sudbury Catholic Elementary Schools for children turning four on or before December 31, 2025. Parents can register children at the following 12 schools:

SchoolProgramsAddressPhone
St. AnneEnglish
French Immersion
4500 St. Michel St.
Hanmer, ON P3P 1M8
705.969.2101
St. Charles SchoolEnglish
French Immersion
26 Charlotte St.
Chelmsford, ON P0M 1L0
705.855.4955
St. David SchoolEnglish549 Frood Road
Sudbury, ON P3C 5A2
705.674.4096
St. Francis English
French Immersion
691 Lilac St.
Sudbury, ON P3E 4E2
705.674.0701
Holy CrossEnglish
French Immersion
2997 Algonquin Road
Sudbury, ON P3E 4X5
705.586.3686
Holy Trinity English
French Immersion
1945 Hawthorne St.
Sudbury, ON P3A 0C1
705.470.5123
Immaculate ConceptionEnglish
French Immersion
1748 Pierre St.
Val Caron, ON P3N 1C5
705.897.4483
St. JamesEnglish
French Immersion
280 Anderson Dr.
Lively, ON P3Y 1M8
705.692.3974
St. JohnEnglish
French Immersion
181 William St.
Garson, ON P3L 1T7
705.693.2213
St. JosephEnglish8 St. Paul St.
Killarney, ON P0M 2A0
705.287.2712
St. PaulEnglish
French Immersion
1 Edward Avenue North
Coniston, ON P0M 1M0
705.694.4482
Pius XIIEnglish44 Third Avenue
Sudbury, ON P3B 3P8
705.566.6080

Learn more about Kindergarten

For more information about the Kindergarten program at the Sudbury Catholic District School Board, please go to Kindergarten Program, or call your local school. 

Kindergarten Program

Pre-Register for School

Register now for the 2024-25 School Year on our online registration platform. Please contact the appropriate elementary school for questions related to Kindergarten Registration Night and registering for Kindergarten.

Edsemblie – Online Registration Platform

Together in Service: St. Benedict, Holy Cross, and St. David Schools Raise Over $28,000 for the Sudbury Food Bank 

In partnership with the Sudbury Food Bank, the Sudbury Catholic District School Board is proud to celebrate the success of St. Benedict Catholic Secondary School’s second annual Food Drive. This year, the school community, with help from Holy Cross and St. David Elementary Schools raised $28,056.70 and collected 2,100 cans to support individuals and families in need across the Sudbury region. This marks an increase of $6,552.83 from last year’s total of $21,503.95, highlighting the school’s continued dedication to giving back to the community.

The Food Drive, a cornerstone of St. Benedict’s holiday initiatives, reflects the school’s strong commitment to social justice. The Christmas season provides an opportunity to support local food banks, particularly during a time when the need is greater than ever. According to Food Banks Canada, March 2024 saw over 2 million visits to food banks nationwide, a record high underscoring the urgency of addressing food insecurity.

The Food Drive campaign ran from November 25 to December 11, featuring several impactful initiatives that brought the community together: 

  • St. Benedict students prepared and served pasta dinners for families, students, and community members at St. Benedict and Holy Cross.
  • St. Benedict students collected donations at Chris’ Your Independent Grocer and Messier’s Your Independent Grocer.
  • St. Benedict’s fundraising team organized a class competition to raise funds, fostering teamwork and school spirit.
  • Representative St. Benedict Bears also attended both Holy Cross and St. David Elementary schools for a pep rally, that energized their school partners to join forces in collecting monetary donations and non-perishable food items. 

“This initiative has given our students a chance to reflect on their blessings, connect with their community, and develop leadership skills through community service,” said Principal Beverley Belanger. “We are deeply grateful to all our contributors; this includes our students, staff, families, elementary schools, and, of course, our local partners, including Messier’s Your Independent Grocer, Chris’ Your Independent Grocer, Caruso Club, and Vito Brand Meats, whose support made this achievement possible.”

“I’m truly inspired by the way our school community came together to support those in need this year,” said David Akero, St. Benedict student and Sudbury Catholic District School Board Student Trustee. “The Food Drive showed us the importance of food banks and the meaningful accomplishments we can achieve by coming together as a community.”

St. Charles Students Bring Stockings to Seniors at St. Gabriel Villa

Mme Winn’s Grade 2/3 class from St. Charles Elementary School embraced the spirit of giving this holiday season by spreading joy to the residents of St. Gabriel Villa. With generous support from their parents, these thoughtful students collected and purchased items to fill 17 stockings, each brimming with gifts to brighten the seniors’ day.

Some students had the special opportunity to hand-deliver the stockings, sharing warm wishes and holiday cheer. The heartfelt appreciation from the seniors was truly touching, with smiles and gratitude creating memorable moments for everyone involved.

This inspiring act of kindness showcases the power of community and the true meaning of the holiday season. Well done, Mme Winn’s class!

Advent Celebration at Pius XII Catholic Elementary School

On December 10, Pius XII School came together as a community to celebrate the second week of Advent during their school-wide mass.

A special thank you to Father Sam from Holy Redeemer Church, Sudbury for presiding, Ms. Filice and the Grade 5/6 class for organizing, Ms. Schiafone and her Grade 6 helpers for handling the technology, the Pius Choir for their beautiful music, and Ms. Minor and her Grade 3 class for bringing the Living Nativity to life.

It was a wonderful display of faith and community spirit.

Holy Cross Catholic Elementary School Partners with the Art Gallery of Sudbury for a Winter Art Workshop

Today, Grade 1 and 2 students at Holy Cross teamed up with the Art Gallery of Sudbury to create winter-themed artwork, just in time for the holiday season. The students mixed their own paint colors to craft beautiful winter foxes on birch tree ornaments.

A big thank you to the Art Gallery of Sudbury for their continued support in fostering creativity and inspiring young artists! This exciting partnership has provided students with a wonderful opportunity to explore their artistic talents.

Holy Trinity Hosts Moustache Day in Support of Maison McCulloch Hospice! 

Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School celebrated Moustache Day with an incredible show of support from students, families, and staff. Participants joined in the fun by purchasing moustache stickers, donating online, and embracing the spirit of giving back.

All proceeds from the event are going to Maison McCulloch Hospice, helping to support their essential work in our community.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed – your generosity and community spirit are truly appreciated.

Treaties Recognition Week

Treaties Recognition Week is observed annually during the first week of November to emphasize the importance of treaties and deepen the understanding of treaty rights and relationships across Ontario. It offers an opportunity for students, educators, and residents to explore the lasting significance of treaties and their relevance in today’s society.

This year, Treaties Recognition Week takes place from November 3-9, 2024.

In addition to the activities planned within our schools, the Sudbury Catholic Indigenous Education team has gathered a variety of resources to support students, staff, and community members in reflecting on and commemorating this significant week. Below is a summary of public resources available through Ontario.ca to help deepen Ontarian’s engagement and learning.

In 2016, Ontario passed legislation declaring the first week of November as Treaties Recognition Week. This annual event honours the importance of treaties and helps students and residents of Ontario learn more about treaty rights and relationships.

In Ontario, treaties are as much a part of today as when they were first created. They are living documents and legally binding agreements that set out the rights, responsibilities and relationships of First Nations and the federal and provincial governments. Furthermore, we also acknowledge that Indigenous Nations had Treaty Agreements with one another before Europeans arrived, and that treaty-making itself, precedes North American settlement.

Whether Indigenous or not, treaties matter to everyone in Canada; we are all Treaty People. They represent a mutual commitment to building a prosperous future for everybody and Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities are responsible for knowing and upholding Treaty obligations.

The Sudbury Catholic District School Board is committed to providing opportunities for innovation and learning for all in an inclusive and equitable community. During Treaties Recognition Week, the Sudbury Catholic District School Board will engage in meaningful learning opportunities from November 4-8, 2024. These initiatives aim to deepen understanding and respect for treaty rights and relationships, benefiting both Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities.

The Government of Ontario has provided several teaching resources to help further explore this topic. Among these is a Treaties in Ontario infographic (PDF), which illustrates the number of treaties in Ontario, the regions they encompass, and the populations residing within these treaty areas.

To review the Scope and Sequence of Expectations Relating to Treaties and Land Claims, please refer to the following:

For additional teaching and learning resources, visit the Ontario.ca page on Treaty Teaching & Learning Resources.

Videos: Indigenous Voices on Treaties

Sudbury Catholic Schools have been provided with a wide range of video resources from Ontario.ca suitable for different grade levels to provide students with an opportunity to hear from Indigenous Elders or knowledge keepers.

In these activities, students will learn about treaties and their importance in an age-appropriate way that’s flexible for teachers’ lesson planning. This opportunity allows Indigenous speakers to share their knowledge about the importance of treaties, treaty relationships and rights in Ontario.

To view these videos, please go to: Ontario.ca - Indigenous Voices on Treaties

Learn More About Treaties in Ontario

For comprehensive information on treaties in Ontario, visit the Ontario.ca Treaties page. This resource is curated by the Ontario Ministry of Indigenous Affairs and provides valuable insights into the history, significance, and impact of treaties across the province.

Explore the following resources:

  • About Treaties – Understand the fundamentals of treaties in Ontario.
  • Interactive Treaty Map – Discover where treaties have been made using an engaging, interactive map.
  • Children & Youth Books – Explore a selection of books designed to help children and youth understand the importance of treaties and Indigenous history.
  • Adult & Academic Books – Access recommended reading for adults, offering in-depth knowledge and perspectives on treaties and their lasting effects.

The Government of Ontario

Treaties in Ontario Infographic

Colouring Sheet

Word Search

Cross Word

St. David School Explores the Catholic Connection to Halloween

Did you know? Halloween originates from All Hallows’ Eve, the evening before All Saints’ Day, when Catholics honour those we acknowledge as Saints who have passed on to their heavenly home. Following this, on November 2, the Church observes All Souls Day to remember all the other faithful departed and offer prayers on their behalf for the Angels to lead them safely to their heavenly home.

St. David School recently hosted Joan Yawney-Matz, Religious Education and Faith Consultant for the Sudbury Catholic District School Board, to discuss the Catholic significance of Halloween. Joan engaged students in a presentation, highlighting the connections between Halloween, All Saints’ Day, and All Souls’ Day.

Her presentation focused on the importance of saints in the Catholic Faith, paying particular attention to St. David, the school’s namesake. Overall, the session enriched the class’s understanding of the holiday and deepened their appreciation for the saints who have preceded us.

Thank you to Ms. Yawney-Matz for contributing to our student’s learning experience and holiday celebrations!

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