Public Information Session – Pope Francis CES Boundary Review

The following is an update on the recent YCDSB Board of Trustees decision for the Pope Francis Boundary Review, and to provide families with information regarding next steps for registering students for the 2022/23 school year. At the Regular Board Meeting of February 22, 2022 Trustees approved the following motions: THAT OPTION 5 be approved … Continue reading “Public Information Session – Pope Francis CES Boundary Review”

York Catholic Announces Distinguished Alumni Honorees for 2022

The Board of Trustees of the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) is proud to announce the recipients of their Distinguished Alumni Awards for 2022.  Since 2005, recipients are chosen from submissions to an open nomination campaign. The annual honour showcases the significant contribution that publicly-funded Catholic education makes to diverse sectors including the arts, … Continue reading “York Catholic Announces Distinguished Alumni Honorees for 2022”

York Catholic Students Earn Provincial Recognition in OSCA Logo Design Contest

The office of the Premier of Ontario has recognized eleven York Catholic students for their creative vision and innovative design skills. Artists from secondary schools across the YCDSB answered a recent provincial call to action for a student-designed logo to represent the newly incorporated Ontario Schools Cricket Association (OSCA). Formed in 2020, the Ontario Schools … Continue reading “York Catholic Students Earn Provincial Recognition in OSCA Logo Design Contest”

Bid Information

The Board uses Bids & Tenders  (www.bidsandtenders.ca) to solicit bids for procurement contracts valued at $100,000 or more. Please visit the following link to obtain information on the current bidding opportunities:  https://ycdsb.bidsandtenders.ca/Module/Tenders/en  

York Catholic Students Shine At 2022 York Region Science & Technology Fair: Next Stop, Nationals!

The York Region Sci-Tech Fair (YRSTF), in association with York University, once again hosted teams of young talent from across York Region at its 20th annual event, held April 4-9, 2022 in a virtual format. This year, York Catholic competitors prevailed with outstanding medal performances, a host of special awards and numerous honourable mention designations. … Continue reading “York Catholic Students Shine At 2022 York Region Science & Technology Fair: Next Stop, Nationals!”

School-day Q+A

What is School-Day? School-Day is an online cashless system for use by parents, teachers and office administrative staff. We are implementing School-Day to minimize the handling of cash by students, teachers and office staff, to reduce paper, and to streamline office efficiencies. What’s in it for parents? School-Day can be accessed via either a web … Continue reading “School-day Q+A”

STREAM CENTRES OF EXCELLENCE: “Grand Opening Festivities”

On Thursday, March 31, 2022, the all-new “STREAM Centres of Excellence” launched across the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) with Grand Opening celebrations that included Student Experience Demonstrations, an original Prayer of Dedication and special Video Messages of Encouragement from noted leaders in the science and technology community including: Colonel Chris Hadfield – Canadian … Continue reading “STREAM CENTRES OF EXCELLENCE: “Grand Opening Festivities””

STREAM CENTRES OF EXCELLENCE: “A Bold Vision For The Future of Learning At York Catholic”

“With God, all things are possible”  Matthew 19:26   In an increasingly complex world, teachers and parents find themselves preparing students for 21st century pathways and careers that are still emerging, and not yet fully defined. In the exciting space known as “tech” or “next”, students will need to develop both a diverse set of … Continue reading “STREAM CENTRES OF EXCELLENCE: “A Bold Vision For The Future of Learning At York Catholic””

YCDSB 3rd Annual “Nurturing Hope” Spring Food Drive

Benefitting Vulnerable Children & Families Across York Region: March 29 – April 8, 2022   Pope Francis asks us: “When we meet a person truly in need, do we see the face of God?”   These inspiring words speak to the power of giving, reflection and encountering grace in our journey as Catholics. With this in … Continue reading “YCDSB 3rd Annual “Nurturing Hope” Spring Food Drive”