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2024 Lenten Mass
On March 21, 2024 the York Catholic District School Board celebrated the third annual board-wide Lenten Mass of Renewal and Reconciliation. Livestreamed to the board’s 50,000 students, the Mass featured the talented students of St Edward Catholic Elementary School and St Brother Andre Catholic High School, in Markham, who performed the music and helped with the readings.
The celebrant was Bishop ... Continue reading "2024 Lenten Mass"
World Autism Day
On Tuesday, April 2nd we will be celebrating World Autism Day by wearing blue and displaying the Autism Awareness flag in our school. Students will be learning valuable lessons about community, giving, and inclusion by breaking down the stigma about autism
Purple Day for Epilepsy – Tues. March 26th
The official theme for Purple Day of Epilepsy 2024 is #LetsTalkAboutEpilepsy. This powerful theme emphasizes the importance of open communication and breaking down the stigma surrounding epilepsy. The #LetsTalkAboutEpilepsy theme encourages everyone to engage in open and honest conversations about epilepsy, from casual discussions with friends and family to larger initiatives in schools, workplaces, and communities. By fostering dialogue and understanding, we can create a ... Continue reading "Purple Day for Epilepsy – Tues. March 26th"
ShareLife Fudnraisers
We are excited to announce our Popcorn Share Life Fundraiser! All proceeds will go to Share Life, the Archdiocese campaign for Catholic charities.
- WHEN: Share Life Week: March 18 – 22 (or until we run out of popcorn)
- COST: $2.00 per bag
- FLAVOURS: Butter & Salt, White Cheddar, Sweet & Salty
Bring your toonies ... Continue reading "ShareLife Fudnraisers"
World Down Syndrome Day – Wednesday, March 21st
World Down Syndrome Day
On Wednesday, March 21, Good Shepherd will be participating in the Down Syndrome Association of York Region’s Lots of Socks Awareness Campaign by wearing mismatched socks to declare our support for students with Down Syndrome.
Board News
Welcome John De Faveri – Interim Director of Education
– St. Francis de Sales
February 12, 2024
Dear York Catholic District School Board Community,
I want to take this opportunity to introduce myself and express how delighted I am to return to the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) as Interim Director of Education.
My career started ... Continue reading "Welcome John De Faveri – Interim Director of Education"
YCDSB Director of Education Domenic Scuglia Announces Retirement After Outstanding Teaching Career
York Catholic District School Board Director of Education Domenic Scuglia will retire after a 41-year career promoting equity, excellence and faith in two Canadian provinces.
“The Board of Trustees is grateful for Domenic Scuglia’s many contributions to the YCDSB, in particular for creating stability in our school board during the difficult days near the end of the pandemic,” said Chair of ... Continue reading "YCDSB Director of Education Domenic Scuglia Announces Retirement After Outstanding Teaching Career"
Kindergarten Registration for September 2024 (Starting January 8, 2024)
— Starting Kindergarten is an exciting time in a young child’s life, filled with new experiences and opportunities to learn and grow. Kindergarten registration at the York Catholic District School Board begins on January 8th for the 2024-25 school year that begins in September, 2024. Children must be four years old by December 31, 2024 and born in 2020 to register in Junior Kindergarten, or ... Continue reading "Kindergarten Registration for September 2024 (Starting January 8, 2024)"