Congratulations to Francesco De Bartolo, Principal of Our Lady of Hope CES in Richmond Hill, Ont., who is among the winners of the 2026 Catholic Principals’ Council of Ontario’s (CPCO) “Elementary Principal of the Year” award. Francesco is known for his dedication to the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB), and especially to its students … Continue reading “YCDSB Principal Wins ‘Principal of the Year’ Award”
The Board of Trustees and Senior Team always look forward to recognizing York Catholic District School Board students and staff who have achieved incredible accomplishments. At the February 2026 Regular Board Meeting, the following students were recognized. Alexa from St. Edward Catholic Elementary School in Markham, Ont., won first prize in the ShareLife School Poster … Continue reading “Student Recognitions at the February 2026 Board Meeting”
St. Justin Martyr Catholic Elementary School students and staff came together this Black Heritage Month to celebrate and honour Black excellence. Students from Kindergarten to Grade 8 in this Unionville, Ont., school had the privilege of hearing from guest artist Duane Gibson, whose engaging and uplifting presentation delivered a powerful message: Stay Driven. His visit … Continue reading “St. Justin Martyr CES Celebrates Black Excellence with Art, Community and Inspiration”
St. Brother André Catholic High School in Markham, Ont., was proud to celebrate its student, Angelika, whose original artwork was featured at the Jean Augustine Chair in Education Black History Month Event at York University. The event honours the legacy of the Honourable Dr. Jean Augustine, the first Black Canadian woman Member of Parliament and … Continue reading “Student Artist Shines at York University’s Black History Month Celebration”
St. Justin Martyr CES in Unionville, Ont., was thrilled to welcome David Corey, co-host of the Marilyn Denis Show on 104.5 CHUM FM, into their Grade 1 class on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. David was there to meet Ms. Noronha’s class, read them a book about virtues and answer their questions. With the next day … Continue reading “Local Radio Personality Visits YCDSB Elementary School”
Each year, schools across Canada join the CBC Music Class Challenge, where students show their talents by performing a song made by a Canadian artist. With entries representing every province and territory, this competition is known for its exceptional artistry. On Friday, December 19, 2025, CBC announced the winners of the various musical categories and … Continue reading “YCDSB Students Shine in CBC Music Class Challenge 2025”
York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) students are encouraged to use their gifts to make the world a better place. Students at Cardinal Carter CHS in Aurora, Ont., are doing just that with a new video explaining the dangers of impaired driving that will be shown across Canada. Cardinal Carter CHS’s 2024-25 Ontario Students Against … Continue reading “Cardinal Carter Students Work to End Impaired Driving”
The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) is proud to celebrate five of its exceptional alumni who were recently honoured with the Markham African Caribbean Canadian Association’s (MACCA) Scholarship Award. They are: Martin Elijah Julius and Jade Tamin Abigail Junior, graduates of St. Brother André CHS Temidayo Israel Olanipekun, Ameer Salawu and Anuli Jennifer Udoye, … Continue reading “Five YCDSB Alums Win MACCA Scholarship Award”
On October 25, 2025, Catholic educators from across Ontario gathered to honour some remarkable students who have demonstrated outstanding academic success while taking an active role in school life, community initiatives and parish involvement. These students, including 13 from the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB), won the 2025 Catholic Student Award, which is presented … Continue reading “YCDSB Student Leaders Awarded for Faith in Action”
Our Lady Queen of the World Catholic Academy had an inspiring morning on Monday, November 24, 2025, as they were visited by Frank Cardinal Leo, Archbishop of Toronto. Cardinal Leo shared the hopeful message that all students are loved by God and will do incredible things with their lives if they listen to God’s calling. … Continue reading “Cardinal Leo Visits the YCDSB”
