🗓️ Save The Date: Carousel Event is November 25
The Sudbury Catholic District School Board (SCDSB) invites parents, guardians, and interested members of the public to our annual Carousel Event—an evening of collaborative learning planned and hosted each spring by Sudbury Catholic’s Parent Involvement Committee (PIC). This engaging event brings families together to explore timely topics in education, offering expert tips, practical strategies, and meaningful insights to help support children and youth in today’s modern learning environment.
This year’s event will focus on supporting student mental health and well-being, with a featured presentation, Growing Together: Mental Health & Addictions Services at Sudbury Catholic. Families will learn about the Board’s mental health supports, explore upcoming school initiatives, and discover how to access services for their children. The evening will also offer breakout sessions and opportunities to connect with educators and community partners.
To help make this evening accessible for families, free dinner and childcare will be provided to all those who register. Water stations will also be available, and attendees are encouraged to bring reusable water bottles.
Registration details for the 2026 Parent Carousel Event are coming soon.
2026 Carousel Event:
Growing Together: Mental Health & Addictions Services at Sudbury Catholic
Date: Wednesday, November 25, 2026
Time: 5:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Location: St. Benedict School | 2993 Algonquin Rd.
Additional Info: Free Dinner & Childcare – (REGISTRATION REQUIRED)
From a single social worker in 2011 to a team of nine today, Sudbury Catholic’s mental health services have grown alongside our students. Join Mental Health Lead Sabrina Grossi and clinicians Jennifer Chapman, Emilie Sauve, Ana Santos and Ashley May for our story, our 2026–2027 Action Plan, and what’s coming to schools this year.
About The Keynote Presentation
Growing Together: Mental Health & Addictions Services at Sudbury Catholic
In 2011, Sudbury Catholic District School Board hired a single social worker. Today, the board's mental health support has grown into a team of nine: seven registered clinicians and two Child & Youth Workers.
In this 45-minute session, the Mental Health & Addictions Services (MHAS) team shares that story, including a short-animated film. They will also walk families through the board's 2026–2027 Mental Health Action Plan.
The team will cover the plan's four priorities: building mental health literacy, strengthening supports at every tier, raising awareness of services, and working with community partners as one system of care. They'll also preview what's coming to schools this year, including Balanced Device Use, Connect Quest and peer wellness ambassadors, and explain how families and staff can reach out for support.
Presenters:
- Sabrina Grossi, Mental Health Lead
- Jennifer Chapman, Registered Clinician (St. Ben's)
- Emilie Sauve, Registered Clinician (Marymount Academy and St. Charles Elementary)
- Ana Santos, Registered Clinician (St. Charles College and St. John)
- Ashley May, Registered Clinician (Pius XII, St. David and St. James)
Event Schedule & Registration Info
Event Schedule
- 5:30 p.m. – Dinner & Childcare Drop off
- 6:00 p.m. – Keynote by Mental Health & Addictions Services
- 7:00 – 7:30 p.m. – Carousel Session 1
- 7:30 – 8:00 p.m. – Carousel Session 2
The evening begins with a complimentary dinner at 5:30 p.m., followed by a keynote presentation by Sabrina Grossi and the Mental Health and Addictions Services Team. The keynote will be followed by interactive carousel breakout sessions focused on student success, innovation, and safety.
Stay Tuned For Registration Details!
Opening Keynote Presentation
Sabrina Grossi
Mental Health Lead
Sudbury Catholic District School Board
Growing Together: Mental Health & Addictions Services at Sudbury Catholic will explore how our schools support student mental health and well-being. Families will learn about the Board’s Mental Health Action Plan, discover upcoming school initiatives, and find out how to access support for their children.
Interactive Carousel Sessions
Networking | Workshops | Additional Learning
Alongside the featured presentation, families will have opportunities to participate in breakout sessions, ask questions and connect with educators and community partners.
Stay tuned for the Carousel breakout session descriptions and registration details!