The Ontario Federation of Schools Athletic Association (OFSAA) Track & Field championship was hosted in Toronto from June 2nd to 4th. Christopher Morales Williams of St. Elizabeth CHS won two gold medals in the Senior 200 M (OFSAA Record) and 400 M dashes, as well as a silver medal in the 100 M dash; and … Continue reading “2022 OFSAA Track and Field”
In June we commemorate National Indigenous History Month. During this month, the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) takes time to recognize and celebrate the rich heritage, history, and diversity of Indigenous Peoples across Canada and in our YCDSB community. It is an important opportunity to learn more about the distinct cultures, languages and experiences … Continue reading “National Indigenous History Month”
Holy Cross Catholic Academy is the best boys soccer team in Ontario!! The Holy Cross Academy Boys Soccer Team had a tremendous tournament in Walkerton, Ontario competing at the OFSAA Soccer Championships from June 2nd-June 4th. The boys went undefeated in the tournament scoring 24 goals and conceding 3 against the best high school soccer … Continue reading “Holy Cross CA-The Best in Ontario!”
Each year, young scientists, Grades 7 – 12, from across York Region enter the York Region Science and Technology Fair (YRSTF) to showcase their scientific research with the community and their peers. Projects for this competition fall into one of the following 6 categories: Biotechnology Earth and Environmental Sciences Engineering and Computer Sciences Health Sciences … Continue reading “York Region Science and Technology Fair – YRSTF 2022”
Congratulations to the students from the St. Brother Andre Faith Development Council for winning second prize in the Dominican Friars Youth Interfaith Video Contest 2022. YCDSB is proud of these students for sharing about their diverse faith traditions and putting together this amazing video. Check out the video from St. Brother Andre students below!
God of love, You are our hope and our light. We turn to you today as we try to comprehend the terrible news of the school shooting in Uvalde,Texas. We pray that the students and staff who died are in your loving embrace. Please bring healing to the injured and comfort to the grieving. Surround … Continue reading “A Prayer from YCDSB for Those Impacted by the Tragedy at Robb Elementary School in Texas”
The York Catholic District School Board and The Council for Exceptional Children, York Region Chapter #543, would like to acknowledge and congratulate all student and adult recipients of the 2022 Yes I Can Awards. The annual Yes I Can Awards returned this year in a virtual format on May 18th, 2022. The council recognizes the … Continue reading “2022 Yes I Can Awards”
May is Asian Heritage Month. This year’s theme is, “Continuing a legacy of greatness”. Canada designated May as Asian Heritage Month in 2002, although it was unofficially celebrated as such since the 1990s. Asian Heritage Month celebrates the contributions of people from more than 30 countries as well as those from the Asian diaspora in … Continue reading “Asian Heritage Month 2022”
The Board of Trustees of the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) is proud to announce the recipients of their Distinguished Alumni Awards for 2022. Since 2005, recipients are chosen from submissions to an open nomination campaign. The annual honour showcases the significant contribution that publicly-funded Catholic education makes to diverse sectors including the arts, … Continue reading “York Catholic Announces Distinguished Alumni Honorees for 2022”
The office of the Premier of Ontario has recognized eleven York Catholic students for their creative vision and innovative design skills. Artists from secondary schools across the YCDSB answered a recent provincial call to action for a student-designed logo to represent the newly incorporated Ontario Schools Cricket Association (OSCA). Formed in 2020, the Ontario Schools … Continue reading “York Catholic Students Earn Provincial Recognition in OSCA Logo Design Contest”
