Thank You: International Day for the Eradication of Poverty Fundraiser

Thanks to the incredible generosity of the York Catholic District School Board community, we raised almost $39,000 during the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty fundraiser. This money will be used by our Attendance Support Counsellors to remove financial barriers that keep students from attending school regularly. The inflation crisis caused financial distress to … Continue reading “Thank You: International Day for the Eradication of Poverty Fundraiser”

FLS Students Celebrated at Vaughan Culture Days

Students of the Functional Life Skills Program (FLS) of St. Elizabeth CHS and St. Jean de Brebeuf CHS were recognized for their art skills on October 8, 2024, at Vellore Village Community Centre in Woodbridge, Ontario. As part of the Vaughan Culture Days festivities, the FLS students created two murals using the theme “Unity in … Continue reading “FLS Students Celebrated at Vaughan Culture Days”

Knights and Teachers Bring Sacred Heart of Jesus to YCDSB Schools

The Board of Trustees of the York Catholic District School Board thanked two of its staff and the Knights of Columbus for their partnership on a new project that will ensure there is a depiction of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in every York Catholic school. As part of a special presentation at the September … Continue reading “Knights and Teachers Bring Sacred Heart of Jesus to YCDSB Schools”

Minister Calandra Visits His Former YCDSB School

It was an exciting day for the St. Patrick CES Markham community on Friday, September 20, 2024, as many special guests visited the school to participate in the annual Terry Fox run/walk/roll. Notably, Paul Calandra, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing and MPP for Markham—Stouffville, was there for the run and a trip down memory … Continue reading “Minister Calandra Visits His Former YCDSB School”

Expressing Faith Through Works of Art

  At St. Clare Catholic Elementary School, our Catholic faith permeates every aspect of our educational journey. From the moment students step into our halls, they are greeted with opportunities to deepen their spiritual connection through prayer, reflection and creative Expression. Prayer is not just a ritual but a cornerstone of our daily routine, with … Continue reading “Expressing Faith Through Works of Art”

Father Bressani Band Wins International Recognition

Congratulations to the band from Father Bressani Catholic High School, in Woodbridge, for receiving a superior rating at the prestigious Rhythm International Music Festival in Boston. Preparing for this outstanding performance was an extensive process, spanning a year and a half of planning and hard work. Once approved, the focus shifted to selecting the participants … Continue reading “Father Bressani Band Wins International Recognition”

Marlene Perry: Ontario Literacy Leader

A huge congratulations to Marlene Perry from the York Catholic District School Board’s Curriculum Department, on winning the International Dyslexia Association Ontario’s 2024 Literacy Leader of the Year award.  “I am really honoured and blown away; the timing of it was pretty insane because this is the first year with the new literacy curriculum,” Marlene … Continue reading “Marlene Perry: Ontario Literacy Leader”

Canadian Martyrs Helps Students in the Dominican Republic

Pictured left to right: Canadian Martyrs principal Ms. A. Ricciuti-Giustizia, Leslie from Good Samaritan and Canadian Martyrs teachers Ms. Santos, Mr. Sanderson and Mr. Samaha During Catholic Education Week, Canadian Martyrs Catholic Elementary School in Newmarket made a commitment to live the Gospel mission by empowering a class of students in the Dominican Republic. Canadian … Continue reading “Canadian Martyrs Helps Students in the Dominican Republic”

OHL Star Returns to His Former YCDSB School

In the spirit of Catholic Education Week’s theme, “We are Called to Love,” St. Patrick Catholic Elementary School welcomed back one of its own, Frankie Marrelli, a cherished former student and Ontario Hockey League star. As he graced the halls once again, he brought with him a sense of admiration among students and staff alike. … Continue reading “OHL Star Returns to His Former YCDSB School”