Aspiring Principal Discernment Series – Fall 2025

Current Elementary and Secondary Vice Principals interested in applying for a position as a Principal with the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) are reminded that one of the “Required Qualifications/Experience” is the completion of the YCDSB Aspiring Principal Discernment Series for Vice Principals prior to placement.  This Aspiring Principal Discernment Series will be offered … Continue reading “Aspiring Principal Discernment Series – Fall 2025”

Update on the YCDSB’s Multi-Year Financial Recovery Plan

Dear Members of the YCDSB Catholic learning community,  The Board of Trustees and the Senior Staff Team are writing to thank you for your ongoing support and input into the YCDSB’s Multi-Year Financial Recovery Plan (MYFRP) and to provide an update on its implementation.  The MYFRP report recently presented at our August Board meeting, communicated … Continue reading “Update on the YCDSB’s Multi-Year Financial Recovery Plan”

P.A. Day Disclosure: Friday, September 26, 2025

Friday, September 26, 2025, will be a P.A. Day at 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 Friday, September 26, 2025. YCDSB … Continue reading “P.A. Day Disclosure: Friday, September 26, 2025”

Celebrating a Summer of Growth, Leadership & Joy!

This summer, the York Catholic District School Board’s Mental Health team, together with incredible community partners, created unforgettable opportunities for children and youth to learn, grow and shine. From building leadership skills to discovering new friendships, our summer camps offered safe, faith-filled spaces where students could explore who they are and who God is calling … Continue reading “Celebrating a Summer of Growth, Leadership & Joy!”

In Memory of Todd Erick Jamieson

With deep sadness and gratitude, we share the passing of Todd Jamieson, a beloved colleague, friend, and Indigenous education partner who dedicated over 23 years to the York Catholic District School Board. You can read Todd’s obituary by clicking here. Todd was a passionate advocate for Indigenous education and reconciliation. His leadership brought about meaningful change, … Continue reading “In Memory of Todd Erick Jamieson”

A Joyful Beginning: YCDSB Alumni Celebrates Mass for Principals

Every year, the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) starts the school year by having principals, vice principals, trustees and senior administrators gather together for opening Mass. This year’s Mass was especially meaningful because YCDSB alumni and newly ordained priest, Father Alvin Joys, led the celebration. Fr. Alvin is a proud graduate of St. Stephen … Continue reading “A Joyful Beginning: YCDSB Alumni Celebrates Mass for Principals”

Sacred Heart CHS Students Create Holy Jubilee Doors in Honour of the Jubilee Year

In honour of the Holy Jubilee Year, students from Sacred Heart CHS in Newmarket, Ont., have completed a remarkable collaborative project: the creation of the school’s very own Holy Jubilee Doors. Guided by the Visual Arts, Technological Education and Religion departments, over 30 students started working together in February to bring these doors to life. … Continue reading “Sacred Heart CHS Students Create Holy Jubilee Doors in Honour of the Jubilee Year”

International Language Extended Day Program Receives Community Funding

We are proud to recognize the extraordinary efforts of Trustee Angela Saggese, Vice Chair Maria Iafrate, and the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) for working together to secure significant funding from the Italian government for our International Languages and Cultures Program. This was a formidable undertaking—navigating international bureaucracies, coordinating across 21 schools and nearly 5,500 students, … Continue reading “International Language Extended Day Program Receives Community Funding”