In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s 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 secondary level on Friday, January 30, 2026. Secondary – Semester Two Prep Teachers will complete semester one assessments facilitated by school … Continue reading “YCDSB P.A. Day: Friday, January 30, 2026 -Secondary”
In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s 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, January 30, 2026. Human Resources Modules Training modules will be completed on the following topics: Prevalent medical conditions; … Continue reading “YCDSB P.A. Day: Friday, January 30, 2026 -Elementary”
Dear York Catholic District School Board Families, Timely communication is a necessary part of our relationship with you. The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) always strives to keep our parents/guardians informed with the information you need. This morning, that did not happen. I want to provide you with details as to why this happened. … Continue reading “We’re Sorry – School Closure Information”
SCHOOL CLOSURE ALERT!!! Due to the worsening weather conditions, the YCDSB is closing all schools. Child care will also be closed. Please do not bring your child to school because there will be no staff on site to care for them. The safety of our students, staff and families is our top priority. God bless … Continue reading “Inclement Weather Day: January 15, 2026”
The 2024-25 school year was an outstanding time for the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB). To help the YCDSB community remember our many achievements, we are happy to release the 2024-25 Director’s Annual Report. This year’s report highlights some of our many celebrations from last year, including the official blessings of Blessed Chiara Badano … Continue reading “2024-25 Director’s Annual Report”
Each year, the York Catholic District School Board is proud to celebrate Milestone Anniversaries for schools across our system. These special occasions bring together students, parents, staff, former staff and alumni to reflect on the lasting impact our Catholic schools have had on the lives of individuals and families from yesterday, today and for generations … Continue reading “Celebrating Milestone Anniversaries Across YCDSB!”
January 9, 2026 Dear York Catholic District School Board Families, On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I am pleased to announce that Jennifer Sarna has agreed to serve in the position of Interim Director of Education, effective immediately, while Director of Education John De Faveri is on a leave of absence. Most recently, Jennifer … Continue reading “Jennifer Sarna Appointed Interim Director of Education”
Dear York Catholic DSB Families, Due to expected freezing rain this afternoon, student transportation is cancelled for today (Tuesday, January 6, 2026) in all York Region student transportation zones. As a result: Schools remain open For Parent(s)/Guardian(s) with children in Elementary Schools: Please use the Safe Arrival System if your child(ren) is absent due to inclement weather. Students who are … Continue reading “Inclement Weather Day: January 6, 2026”
In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s 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, January 16, 2026. Elementary – Report Card Writing Elementary teachers will write report cards, which will be … Continue reading “YCDSB P.A. Day: Friday, January 16, 2026”
The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) is sharing the letter below from Student Transportation Services of York Region (STSYTR). This letter provides information on new zones for cancelling student transportation due to inclement weather. Starting in January 2026, there will be two inclement weather zones in the YCDSB: The Georgina Service Area And the … Continue reading “New Inclement Weather Zones”
