News Stories Archive

Song from St. Brother Andre CHS declared Catholic Education Week song winner

The Chance is the official song for #CatholicEducationWeek 2022: Rebuild, Restore, Renew Together The York Catholic District School Board is proud to share that the winning song for this year’s Catholic Education Week (CEW) comes from St. Brother Andre Catholic High School! The Ontario Catholic Schools Trustee Association (OCSTA) declared the song, The Chance, composed, … Continue reading “Song from St. Brother Andre CHS declared Catholic Education Week song winner”

Bell Let’s Talk Day 2022: Supporting ourselves and each other

January 21, 2022February 7, 2022 Board News

The York Catholic District School Board is preparing to mark Bell Let’s Talk Day on Wednesday, January 26, 2022. This year’s Bell Let’s Talk Day campaign highlights the ways that we can support ourselves and those we care about through actions like listening, being there and talking. As we continue to focus on action to … Continue reading “Bell Let’s Talk Day 2022: Supporting ourselves and each other”

Grade 8 St. Margaret Mary student named winner of ShareLife’s poster contest

January 20, 2022February 4, 2022 Board News, Living Our Faith, School News

For the second year in a row a student from the York Catholic District School Board was named the winner of ShareLife’s Annual Elementary Poster Contest! The Board congratulates Jasmin L., Grade 8 student at St. Margaret Mary CES in Vaughan on winning the Catholic charity’s 14th Annual Poster Contest. Jasmin’s poster will become the … Continue reading “Grade 8 St. Margaret Mary student named winner of ShareLife’s poster contest”

January 21 is Lincoln Alexander Day

January 20, 2022February 4, 2022 Board News, School News

January 21 is Lincoln Alexander Day across Canada. The national day of recognition celebrates the life and accomplishments of the Honourable Lincoln Alexander, and has been marked every year since 2015. Lincoln Alexander was the first Black Canadian member of Parliament, among many other ‘firsts’. He was also a cabinet minister and a Lieutenant-Governor of … Continue reading “January 21 is Lincoln Alexander Day”

Cardinal Carter Custodian featured on the Marilyn Denis Show

January 5, 2022February 4, 2022 School News

We are so proud of our very own, Rose Stagliano, a custodian at Cardinal Carter Catholic High School. Rose is a dedicated professional who continues to keep our school clean and safe. She comes to work always pleasant and always with a smile. She exhibits strength and courage in her sharing of her personal battle … Continue reading “Cardinal Carter Custodian featured on the Marilyn Denis Show”

Merry Christmas from the York Catholic District School Board

December 17, 2021February 4, 2022 Board News

This video was created in partnership with staff, students and families. It is a fun, visual way to share our appreciation and Christmas wishes. Our hearts are filled with gratitude for everyone in the York Catholic family – students, families and staff – and we want to wish you all a Blessed Advent and Merry … Continue reading “Merry Christmas from the York Catholic District School Board”

Student Artwork Featured on YCDSB 2021 Christmas Card

December 9, 2021February 4, 2022 Board News, Living Our Faith

The York Catholic District School Board congratulates Yza P., Grade 8 student at St. Michael Catholic Academy in Thornhill and Isabelle G., Grade 6 student at St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Elementary School in Markham for creating the beautiful artwork featured on the Board’s official 2021 Christmas card! Yza’s and Isabelle’s artwork were selected as the … Continue reading “Student Artwork Featured on YCDSB 2021 Christmas Card”

YCDSB Elects Elizabeth Crowe as Chair of the Board of Trustees

December 3, 2021February 4, 2022 Board News

Maria Marchese elected as the Vice-Chair at the Board’s Inaugural Meeting Wednesday night

Congratulations Marcus!

November 27, 2021February 4, 2022 School News

And now, for some breaking news … The St. Gregory the Great CA community extends a special congratulations to our very own Marcus Ordinario! Marcus is the Grade 1 to 4 category winner of the CityNews 680 Junior Traffic Reporter Contest. Marcus’ entry into the contest is authentic, informative, entertaining and was voted the best … Continue reading “Congratulations Marcus!”

Holy Cross CA are Tier 1 YRAA Champions!

November 17, 2021February 4, 2022 School News

On Thursday, November 11th, the Holy Cross Academy Senior Boys Soccer Team claimed the Tier 1 YRAA Championship with a hard fought 2-0 victory over St. Brother Andre at Richmond Green Sports Complex. The season was highlighted with an impressive 5-0-1 regular season where the team only conceded 5 goals and scored a league high … Continue reading “Holy Cross CA are Tier 1 YRAA Champions!”