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P.A. Day Disclosure: Monday, October 21, 2024
Monday, October 21, 2024, will be a P.A. Day in York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) elementary and secondary schools.
In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s Regulation 304, “School Year Calendar, Professional Activity Days,” the YCDSB is providing the following summary of staff activities for the P.A. Day on Monday, October 21, 2024.
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In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s new Regulation 304, “School Year Calendar, Professional Activity Days,” the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) is providing the following summary of P.A. Day activities at the elementary level on Friday, June 28, 2024.
Friday, June 28, 2024 Staff are engaged in closing operations for the end of term.
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.
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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"
Board News
Fundraiser: International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
board-wide Fundraiser day!
If you would like to donate to the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty fundraiser, please click here.
Dear York Catholic District School Board families,
As a Catholic learning community, we are dedicated to living out Gospel values by supporting those in need.
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This fall, the York Catholic District School Board will host a series of in-person high school open houses for parents and graduating elementary school students starting secondary school next September. All Grade 8 students and their parents who reside in York Region, as well as Grade 6-8 students and their parents who reside in the towns of Georgina and Whitchurch-Stouffville, are encouraged
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September 19, 2024
Dear York Catholic District School Board families and staff,
Today, the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB), the York Region District School Board (YRDSB), and the York Regional Police (YRP) announced an updated joint police protocol that will ensure a consistent approach to police involvement in York Region schools.
As a Catholic learning
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