Dear York Catholic District School Board Staff, Students, Families and Community Partners, As a Catholic learning community, the York Catholic District School Board made a strategic commitment in our current Multi-Year Strategic Plan (MYSP) to advance equity and inclusion in our schools and workplaces. Our faith teaches us that God loves all people. This is … Continue reading “Employment Equity Audit – Full Report”
Dear York Catholic District School Board Families, The Weather Network forecasts that the temperature tomorrow morning will be -20 degrees Celsius, with wind chills approaching -30 degrees Celsius. York Region Public Health has issued an Extreme Cold Weather Warning, which is expected to remain in effect until Wednesday, January 22, 2025. Student transportation will be … Continue reading “Extreme Cold Weather Tomorrow”
Amira Zamanifar is a parliamentary page at the House of Commons and a University of Ottawa student majoring in Biomedical Science. She is a graduate of the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) and was a Student Trustee during the 2023-24 school year. Below, Amira shares what it is like being a parliamentary page and … Continue reading “Former Student Trustee Serves as Parliamentary Page in Ottawa”
In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s new 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 31, 2025. Elementary Mathematics Teachers will deepen their understanding of the K-8 Mathematics curriculum by exploring … Continue reading “YCDSB PA Day: Friday, January 31, 2025”
The York Catholic District School Board recognizes that an equitable, inclusive education system will always be fundamental to achieving its mission and evolving core priorities. The Board recognizes that any form of overt or covert racism and discrimination is incompatible with Catholic values and is in violation of the Ontario Human Rights Code. Cultivating an … Continue reading “Dismantling Anti-Black Racism Advisory Committee Invites all Applicants Interested in Joining the Advisory Committee to contact The Office of the Human Rights & Equity Advisor by the end of January 2025.”
We wanted to share some information to help you prepare your child for school on cold days. The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) has an Extreme Weather Policy that puts in place steps to minimize, to the greatest extent possible, risks associated with extreme temperatures while supporting the Ministry of Education’s directive for daily … Continue reading “Extreme Cold Weather Information”
Join us at St. Brother André CHS on Tuesday February 11, 2025 from 7:00-8:30pm for an important information session aimed at helping families protect York Region youth from the dangers of human trafficking and internet exploitation. As our young people navigate the digital world, it is crucial for parents and guardians to stay informed about … Continue reading “YCDSB & York Regional Police: Human Trafficking and Internet Exploitation”
In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s new 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 17, 2025. Elementary – Report Card Writing Elementary teachers will write report cards, which will be … Continue reading “YCDSB P.A. Day: Friday, January 17, 2025”
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey of learning and growth for your child? The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) offers a welcoming and nurturing Kindergarten program designed to spark curiosity, build confidence and inspire a love for learning rooted in faith. At YCDSB, your child will benefit from: A safe, inclusive … Continue reading “Registration for Kindergarten at YCDSB is Open – Discover the Joy of Learning”
Dear York Catholic District School Board Students, Staff, Families and Community Members, The Board of Trustees is pleased to announce that John De Faveri has accepted the position of Director of Education and Foundation Chair with the York Catholic District School Board. We thank Mr. De Faveri for being our Interim Director for the past … Continue reading “John De Faveri Accepts Director of Education and Foundation Chair Position With the YCDSB”
