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Elementary Arts School Nurtures Young People’s Talents

Families filled St. Michael Catholic Academy’s gym, in Thornhill, Ont., on Thursday, February 29, 2024, to learn more about the school’s unique Elementary Regional Arts Program.  Under the Elementary Regional Arts Program’s model, students in grades 4 through 8 complete the regular school curriculum in a compressed time, allowing for an hour per day of … Continue reading “Elementary Arts School Nurtures Young People’s Talents”

Sacred Heart Students Beautify Food Bank

Mr. Galang and the students of the Sacred Heart Catholic High School’s Integrated Arts Course did an incredible job creating four intricate murals for the Newmarket Food Pantry as a part of the Community Arts event.  This opportunity allowed students to showcase their incredible and unique talents while collaborating to make wonderful art pieces. This … Continue reading “Sacred Heart Students Beautify Food Bank”

St. Elizabeth Grad Runs World’s Fastest 400m

A graduate of the St. Elizabeth Catholic High School class of 2022, Christopher Morales, achieved the extraordinary feat of running the world’s fastest indoor 400m track and field race at the SEC championship, clocking an impressive 44.49 seconds.  The track and field race at the Southeastern Conference (SEC) championship took place February 23 to 24, … Continue reading “St. Elizabeth Grad Runs World’s Fastest 400m”

Black Excellence Celebrated by Quilt Project at YCDSB School

Students and staff of St. Gregory the Great Catholic Academy in Woodbridge did an extraordinary job participating in the “The Fabric of Our Being” quilt project to celebrate the International Decade for People of African Descent. Community partner Nadine Williams guided the project, and much of the project was inspired by her poem, “The Fabric … Continue reading “Black Excellence Celebrated by Quilt Project at YCDSB School”

Welcome John De Faveri – Interim Director of Education

“Never miss an opportunity to do good.” – 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 Student Wins Gold at Skate Canada Challenge

The York Catholic District School Board community congratulates Vienna Vidinovski, a student at St. Patrick CES in Markham who won a gold medal at the 2024 Skate Canada Challenge! “This feels really good, almost unreal,” said Vienna. “I was thinking I’d come top 5-10. I really wasn’t expecting gold. I’m really proud of landing my … Continue reading “YCDSB Student Wins Gold at Skate Canada Challenge”

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 … Continue reading “YCDSB Director of Education Domenic Scuglia Announces Retirement After Outstanding Teaching Career”

Sneak Peak of New Stouffville Schools

On Friday, February 2, 2024, members of the York Catholic District School Board got a special look at the Stouffville Multi-Use Facility, which will be home to Blessed Chiara Badano Catholic Elementary School, St. Katharine Drexel Catholic High School and a child care centre. Here are some photos from the beautiful new building that will … Continue reading “Sneak Peak of New Stouffville Schools”

NOMINEE for February’s Future Goals MOST VALUABLE TEACHER PRESENTED BY SAP – Ms. Palumbo (St. Mary of the Angels CES)

We wish to call on everyone in the York Catholic District School Board community to support Diana Palumbo, a grade 5 teacher at St. Mary of the Angels CES, as she vies for the NHL/NHLPA’s Future Goals Most Valuable Teacher Award!  Ms. Palumbo is one of only 20 teachers selected for this honour in North … Continue reading “NOMINEE for February’s Future Goals MOST VALUABLE TEACHER PRESENTED BY SAP – Ms. Palumbo (St. Mary of the Angels CES)”

Equity Seeking and Racialized Leadership

The YCDSB is committed to inclusivity and diversity within the workplace.  The upcoming information session serves as a call to action for YCDSB to be at the forefront of promoting equity and racial diversity in leadership. Through this initiative we aim to create a more inclusive, equitable and inclusive board to serve all of our … Continue reading “Equity Seeking and Racialized Leadership”