Happy Mother’s Day!
Let us take a moment to give thanks for all mothers: expectant mothers, birth mothers, adoptive mothers, foster mothers, stepmothers, grandmothers, those who fill in for mothers, and those who play mothering roles in our lives.
Loving God,
we thank you for the love of the mothers you have given us,
whose love is so precious that it can never be measured,
whose patience seems to have no end.
May we see your loving hand guiding them.
We pray for those mothers who fear they will run out of
love or time, or patience.
We ask you to bless them with your own special love.
We ask this in the name of Jesus.
Amen.
Rosary Apostolate May Celebration
On Wednesday, May 26th, St. Mark CES will participate in our Rosary May Celebration. Students will learn about the story of Our Lady of Lourdes by watching a short video presentation. Students will then pray the Rosary together and the coronation of Our Blessed Mother Mary will follow.
We give thanks for the St. Mark Parish Rosary Apostolate team members who will lead this celebration and prepare our student volunteers. Families are welcome to join us for this special event.
Dressing for the Weather
The warmer weather will soon be upon us. In anticipation of the heat, parents and guardians are invited to assist and support students in dressing appropriately for the weather.
As reflected in the YCDSB’s Elementary Student Dress Code and Procedure: Elementary Student Dress Code Addendum to Policy 219A Elementary Student Dress Code, student attire must be in keeping with our Catholic teachings and beliefs, and reflect the value of modesty and the principle of the dignity of the human person.
Garments are to have solid fabric, and upper garments are to cover the midriff and shoulders. Shorts are to be of reasonable length (mid-thigh).
To assist in managing the heat, students should wear loose clothing and summer hats. Please apply sunscreen to children in the morning before school to prepare them for the sun, and ensure that they have their refillable water bottle to stay hydrated at school.
Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to enjoying the beautiful sunny weather!
Spring Concert
Join us for our Spring Concert on Friday, May 22nd, 2026 at 12:30pm! This year’s theme is O’Canada!
Due to capacity limitations and fire regulations, we ask that only up to 3 members per family attend.
We look forward to an amazing show!
Catholic School Council (CSC) Fundraiser
Thank you to all families who supported our Krispy Kreme Kernels fundraiser!
Pick up of donut boxes and popcorn fun packs (for orders placed) is scheduled for Wednesday May 13th, 2026 from 3:00-6:00pm in the school foyer.
We will share the total amount raised, as well as the top selling class and top selling student per division in our upcoming weekly update.
Next Week’s Activities and Events
Here is a look ahead to next week…
Monday, May 11th:
– Rocks & Rings Curling Program, 40 min class sessions
Wednesday, May 13th:
– FDK Mad Science In-Class Presentations (Couperthwaite/Ferrara, Roszell/Lucci)
– School Track and Field Day at Stouffville Arena; students and staff only
– Krispy Kreme Doughnuts and Kernels Popcorn Fundraiser orders pick up, 3:00-6:00pm
Thursday, May 14th:
– CSC meeting in the library, 6:30pm; all parents and guardians are welcome to attend
Friday, May 15th:
– Shake for ShareLife Pyjama Day!
Upcoming Activities and Events
May 18th: Victoria Day (no school)
May 19th: Rocks & Rings Curling Program, 40min class sessions
May 20th: Junior Rosary Apostolate May Celebration Practice for student volunteers in library/gymnasium, 11:10am-12:10pm
May 21st: HERO program, facilitated by St. Mark Parish Youth Minister
> Grade 5 (Bufalini), 12:10-12:50pm
> Grade 6 (McGinnes), 12:50-1:30pm
> Grade 6 (DeAcetis), 1:45-2:25pm
May 22nd: Kindergarten to Grade 6 Spring Concert in the gymnasium, 12:30pm; up to 3 members per family to attend
May 25th: School Track and Field Day RAIN DATE at Stouffville Arena; students and staff only
May 25th: Primary Rosary Apostolate May Celebration Practice for student volunteers in library/gymnasium, 11:10am-12:10pm
May 26th: Rosary Apostolate May Celebration; families are welcome to attend
– Kindergarten to Grade 3 classes, 8:30am
– Grades 4 to 6 classes, 10:00am
May 26th: EQAO Assessment
– Grade 3, afternoon
– Grade 6, afternoon
May 27th: Grade 4 (Musa & Skeats) Outdoor Education Program at Bruce’s Mill Conservation Park, all day
May 27th: Grade 5 (Bufalini) STREAM Centre Visit at All Saints CES, all day
May 27th: EQAO Assessment
– Grade 6, morning
– Grade 3, afternoon
May 28th: EQAO Assessment
– Grade 3, morning
– Grade 6, afternoon
June 2nd: EQAO Assessment
– Grade 3, morning
– Grade 6, morning
June 4th: End of Year Mass at St. Mark Parish, 10:00am; all families are welcome to attend
June 5th: PA Day (no school)
Closing Prayer
In this month we honour and celebrate Mary, the Mother of God.
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee;
blessed art thou among women,
and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners,
now and at the hour of our death.
Amen.
Mary, Mother of God, pray for us.
St. Mark, pray for us.
Wishing you a wonderful week!
Sincerely,
C. Quadrini, Principal