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”

York Catholic Reaches Out To Children & Families In Ukraine

Loonie/Toonie Fundraisers An Overwhelming Success. As a Catholic faith community, the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) is actively participating in helping raise funds to support those impacted by the tragedy unfolding in Ukraine.  In the spirit of the Lenten season, students, staff and parents across the YCDSB held a series of “Loonie/Toonie Days”, gathering … Continue reading “York Catholic Reaches Out To Children & Families In Ukraine”

Anthony McLean Shares His Message on Becoming Anti-Racist with Students at 5 High Schools

On Wednesday, February 23, 2022 students at five YCDSB high schools were invited to hear Anthony McLean’s message on ‘becoming anti-racist.’  Anthony used his own experiences from growing up in York Region to living in California, to differentiate between cancel culture and passive cultures, to what he called “creating brave spaces.” A brave space is … Continue reading “Anthony McLean Shares His Message on Becoming Anti-Racist with Students at 5 High Schools”

Celebrating Black Excellence: Selena Osunde

The team behind the YCDSB Our Voices website is celebrating York Catholic students who demonstrate Black Excellence. Today, we honour Selena Osunde from St. Joan of Arc Catholic High School. Barack Obama once stated that “Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. … Continue reading “Celebrating Black Excellence: Selena Osunde”

Continuing Education Public Information Session –  St. Julia Billiart CES

ADULT CONTINUING ED Q+A Continuing Education Public Information Session –  St. Julia Billiart CES Virtual Public Information Session   When: March 7 @ 6:30 – 8:00pm On March 7 at 6:30-8:00pm, the YCDSB is hosting a virtual Public Information Session to present and seek feedback on a proposal from our Adult Continuing Education department regarding locating … Continue reading “Continuing Education Public Information Session –  St. Julia Billiart CES”

Black Mental Health Day + Parent Engagement Night

Black Mental Health Day – March 7, 2022 Black Mental Health Day is a day to raise awareness about the harms of anti-Black racism on mental health in Black communities, and the need to action systemic change. Racism and mental health are connected in many ways and the effects of racism can lead to chronic stress, … Continue reading “Black Mental Health Day + Parent Engagement Night”

Continuing Education Public Information Session – Father John Kelly CES

ADULT CONTINUING ED Q+A Virtual Public Information Session   When: March 1 @ 6:30 – 8:00pm On March 1 at 6:30-8:00pm, the YCDSB is hosting a virtual Public Information Session to present and seek feedback on a proposal from our Adult Continuing Education department regarding locating an ESL program at Father John Kelly CES. The purpose … Continue reading “Continuing Education Public Information Session – Father John Kelly CES”