May Community Message from Administrators
As we welcome May, we continue to see our school come alive with energy, growth, and connection. The warmer weather brings more opportunities for outdoor learning, field experiences, and community-building moments that enrich student learning in meaningful ways.
Celebrating Our Community
May is a meaningful month of cultural, faith, and identity-affirming recognitions. Members of our community may be observing Asian South Asian Heritage Month, Armenian Heritage Month, Dutch Heritage Month, Polish Heritage Month and Jewish Heritage Month, as well as celebrating important faith days such as Wesak and Shavuot, and later in the month, Eid ul-Adha. These observances invite us to learn, reflect, and honour the many identities that make up our Stonebridge community.
As part of this ongoing commitment, we will be refreshing our foyer display for May and June to reflect the cultures and lived experiences of our community. We warmly invite families to contribute artifacts, items, or representations of their culture to help us create a space where all students feel seen and valued using this link. We are grateful to the families who shared items for the previous display. More information will be shared soon, and we thank you in advance for your continued partnership.
Learning and Looking Ahead
May is also a time of continued academic focus and growth. Students in Grades 3 and 6 will be participating in EQAO assessments in the coming weeks. We are proud of the learning that has taken place and encourage students to approach this experience with confidence and a positive mindset.
In addition, many classes will be participating in field trips and outdoor learning experiences, taking advantage of the spring season to extend learning beyond the classroom.
Environmental Learning & Library Spotlight
We are excited to share that our student driven Earth Day learning has begun at Stonebridge, starting with Turtle Island storytelling and music performances in the library for all Grade 1–8 classes, and will continue through June encouraging students to stay curious and connected to the land.
As part of our Earth Day celebrations, all classes participated in a yard clean-up, and our Eco Club launched an “Adopt a Plant” initiative, encouraging ongoing care and environmental responsibility.
School Wide Events
We are also excited for a number of engaging school-wide events, including Battle of the Books, our Prompt-a-thon, and preparations for our Spring Musical and Arts Night, which showcase the creativity and talents of our students.
We also look forward to welcoming families to our Movie Night on May 14th. This is always a special opportunity to come together as a community in a relaxed and joyful setting. Snacks and tickets can be pre-purchased through School Cash Online. We hope to see many of you there!
Lost & Found Event
Our Lost & Found event will take place from May 7–14. Items will be displayed in the main entrance of the school, and families are welcome to come in and look through the collection during this time. We encourage you to remind your child to check for any missing belongings. Remaining items will be donated at the end of the event. Thank you for your support in helping us return items to their owners.
Important Dates & Reminders
Date Event
May 5 School Council Meeting
May 5 & 7 School Track & Field Activities
May 6 Battle of the Books & Prompt-a-thon
May 7 Discover FDK
May 7-14 Lost and Found Items on display
May 12 & 14 School Track & Field Activities
May 14 Movie Night
May 18 Victoria Day - No School
May 21 Spring Musical (6:30 PM)
May 28 Arts Night
As we move through May, we continue to focus on well-being, inclusion, and student voice. There is much to look forward to, and we are excited to share these experiences together as a community.
Thank you for your continued partnership in making Stonebridge a welcoming and engaging place for all.
With appreciation,
David Williams Angelica Antonakis
Principal Vice-principal
Junior Girls Basketball East Area Champions
We are so proud of our Junior Girls Basketball team for their incredible achievement this season! Best of luck for the upcoming games!
Science Fair Highlights
Our Science Fair was filled with curiosity, creativity, and innovation! Thank you to all participants and families for your support!
Manie Musicale Assembly
Students came together for our Manie Musicale Assembly, celebrating music, language, and school spirit.
Greek Heritage
Students had the opportunity to explore Greek heritage through special read-aloud and interactive presentations in the library.
Armenian Heritage Month
The month of May is Armenian Heritage Month. Armenian Heritage Month was given Royal Assent in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario in 2022 through Bill 105 Act to proclaim the month of May as Armenian Heritage Month.
Ontario is home to more than 100,000 people of Armenian heritage. Armenians began migrating to Canada in the 1880s. Approximately 37 Armenians came to Ontario in 1892, and 100 more settled in the province in 1895. After the Hamidian massacres of the mid-1890s, Armenian families began settling in greater numbers in Ontario. Decades later, approximately 2,000 survivors of the 1915 Armenian Genocide - mostly women and children - came to Canada as refugees.
May is a significant month for the Armenian community. May 28, 1918, is widely celebrated by Armenian people around the world as the day Armenians regained sovereignty over their historical territory. The 1918 Armenian Declaration of Independence is a symbol of Armenians’ aspiration for freedom, democracy and independence. May 28th is one of the most important Armenian holidays, and many parades and festivities take place during the month of May.
Asian South Asian Heritage Month
This memo serves to acknowledge and celebrate Asian and South Asian Heritage month, which takes place annually in May.
As May approaches, the YRDSB takes pride in recognizing Asian and South Asian Heritage Month. This month provides a vital opportunity to explore, understand, and affirm the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories of Canadians of Asian descent. The provincial government designated May as South Asian Heritage Month in 2001 and as Asian Heritage Month in 2005.
Dutch Heritage Month
The month of May is Dutch Heritage Month. Dutch Heritage Month was given Royal Assent in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario in 2011.
Ontario is home to about 500,000 Dutch Canadians. Since the early 1800s, the Dutch Canadian community has made and continues to make significant contributions to the cultural, social, and political fabric.
May holds historical significance for those with Dutch heritage. On May 5, 1945, the Canadian forces played an important role in the liberation of the Netherlands from World War II. The Netherlands celebrates independence and liberty, along with the heroic efforts of the Canadian forces, with a national, annual holiday known as Liberation Day on May 5.
Jewish Heritage Month
Canadian Jewish Heritage Month was given Royal Assent in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario on April 24, 2012 and in the Senate of Canada on March 29, 2018. As we approach the month of May, staff and students are encouraged to engage in opportunities that celebrate and affirm Jewish histories and the achievements of the Jewish community.
Canada is home to the fourth largest Jewish population in the world. There are close to 400,000 Jewish residents in Canada, and almost half of that number resides in Ontario. Jewish immigrants in Canada can be traced as far back as 1760. Jewish Canadians have proudly contributed to Canadian heritage in all of its facets, including the military, the arts, government, business, academia, law, medicine, culture, and sports. Throughout the month of May, we celebrate the contributions Jewish Canadians make in communities across the country.
Polish Heritage Month
The month of May is Polish Heritage Month. Polish Heritage Month was given Royal Assent in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario in 2021.
Ontario is home to more than 523,000 people of Polish heritage. Polish Canadians have lived in Ontario since the 19th century and, over the years, have and continue to make significant contributions to Ontario’s cultural, social, and political landscape.
May 3rd is an important day for Polish People as it commemorates the 1791 Constitution, which is a symbol of Poland’s aspiration for freedom, democracy and independence. This is one of the most important Polish holidays, and many parades and festivities take place in May.
Lunch Program
Below are the Lunches being offered each day:
Monday — Kid’s Kitchen —order directly from their site (kidskitchen.ca)
Meatbets—order directly from their site (www.mealbets.com)
Tuesday — Pizza lunch
Meatbets—order directly from their site
Wednesday —YummyTummiesInc - order directly from their site (yummytummies.ca)
Meatbets—order directly from their site
Thursday — barBurrito - order from Lunchbox Program via School Cash Online
Meatbets—order directly from their site
Friday — Kid’s Kitchen—order directly from their site
Meatbets—order directly from their site
Please make a note of the cut-off date/time for placing your orders.
If you have ordered lunch and your child is away and you would like to pick up their lunch, you must notify the school by 12:00 pm.
If you need more information, please email stonebridge.ps@yrdsb.ca
Lunch Drop Off
If you need to drop off a lunch for your child, please place it in the cart outside the front doors. Ensure that it is well labelled with the student’s name and homeroom teacher.
Please do not go to portables or classrooms to deliver lunches.
Thank you for your understanding.
Kindergarten Registration 2026—2027
Kindergarten Registration started on January 16, 2026
Kindergarten registration for the 2025/2026 school year started on Friday, January 16, 2026. Children who turn four or five years old during 2026, live within the school boundary and whose parents/guardians are public school tax supporters will be eligible to register for Kindergarten.
There are several ways you can register for Kindergarten:
Online - Families can access the online Kindergarten registration information at www.yrdsb.ca/kindergarten > Registration. It is recommended that families use a laptop or a desktop computer rather than a mobile device to complete this registration.
By email - Families can download the Elementary School Registration Form at www.yrdsb.ca/kindergarten and email the completed form to their school email address. Email addresses can be found on the school website.
By phone - Families can request support from the school Principal/Vice-Principal to complete the registration form on their behalf by collecting the required information by phone. Families can request an interpreter, if needed, during this phone conversation. Call your local school.
By mail or appointment. You can mail completed applications to the school, or request an appointment to drop-off your completed paper application form.
Once you have completed your application, the school will contact you to make an appointment to review and verify the required documents.
Our Kindergarten programs are caring and welcoming where children learn through exploration, play and inquiry. You can learn more at www.yrdsb.ca/kindergarten. We look forward to welcoming our new students and families to the school.
Please note: Elementary schools are closed during July and August. Please contact the Community Education Centre in your area to set up your registration appointment.
Report Absences or Late
If your child is going to be absent/late, please report via Edsby before the bell time.
If you do not have an Edsby account or need help with setting it up, please contact
the office @ 905-887-2427.
TO REPORT A STUDENT ABSENCE/LATE:
LOGIN TO: yrdsb.edsby.com / CALL 905.887.2427
Nut & Scent Free Environment
This is a reminder that many students and staff have life threatening allergies to nuts. As a result, we ask that all snacks and lunches are nut free. Please take the time to read the labels on snacks to ensure they are nut safe. We also ask that you do not use peanut butter substitutes such as Wow Butter. Nutella is a nut product and must not come to school.
The chemicals used in scented products can make some people sick, especially those with fragrance sensitivities, asthma, allergies and other medical conditions. To help keep the air healthy for everyone, our school has a scent-free policy.
Community Safety Village Summer Camps for Grade 3 –7
Registration for summer camp programs will open on Monday, March 23rd at 8am. These programs will run through the month of July.
NOTES:
· One camp per student only.
· Camper must be a resident in York Region.
· Camps run from Monday to Friday, from 9:00am - 3:00pm each day. Parent drop-off period is between 8:30am - 9:00am.
· Meals are not provided—students must bring their own lunch. The Community Safety Village is a nut-free facility.
· There is no cost for camp programs; however, transportation to the CSV is not provided.
· Registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. We cannot guarantee acceptance for previous camp participants or siblings.
· Submitting a request does not mean your registration is confirmed. If approved, you will receive a confirmation email.
To register, please visit: https://csv.simplybook.me/v2/#book
· On the booking website, scroll down and select the camp of interest.
· Click ahead on the calendar to the start date of the camp (9:00am) and fill in your personal information.
· Even though you are only selecting the first day of the camp, please note that the camp will run for the entire week.
Camp Offerings:
Emergency Services Camp:
Monday, July 6 - Friday, July 10
Participant's ENTERING Grade Level (as of SEPTEMBER 2026)– Grades 3, or 4.
OR
Monday, July 13 - Friday, July 17
Participant's ENTERING Grade Level (as of SEPTEMBER 2026)– Grades 5, or 6.
Campers will learn about police, fire and paramedic services and emergency responders' role in our community and participate in safety activities and games. Activities and themes include various presentations including bicycle safety, internet safety, healthy-lifestyle habits, and emergency preparedness.
Youth Empowerment Camp:
Monday, July 20 - Friday, July 24
Participant’s ENTERING Grade Level (as of SEPTEMBER 2026)– Grades 4, or 5.
OR
Monday, July 27 - Friday, July 31
Participant's ENTERING Grade Level (as of SEPTEMBER 2026)– Grades 6, or 7.
Campers will develop their leadership skills as they learn how to value themselves and others as individuals, cultivate their unique interests and talents, and connect with positive role models and mentors. Campers will also understand the choices and consequences around peer pressure and the positive and negative effects of social media on their lives.
If you have any questions, please email csv@yrp.ca.