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May 2-7 is Catholic Education Week

The theme for Catholic Education Week 2021 is Nurturing Hope The York Catholic District School Board is proud to celebrate Catholic Education Week May 2 – 7, 2021. During the week York Catholic schools, students and staff will celebrate the significant contributions thatCatholic Education has made locally, provincially and nationally. The theme for this year’s … Continue reading “May 2-7 is Catholic Education Week”

World Down Syndrome Day is March 21

World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) is celebrated annual on March 21 around the world. It is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate people with Down Syndrome. In 2012, the United Nations declared March 21 – 3-21 as World Down Syndrome Day, because this date signifies the uniqueness of the triplication of the 21st chromosome which … Continue reading “World Down Syndrome Day is March 21”

Choose to Challenge – International Women’s Day 2021

#IWD2021  #ChooseToChallenge International Women’s Day takes place on March 8th every year. It is a global day to advocate for women and girls, to raise awareness about the many challenges they face, and to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.  The theme for this year’s International Women’s Day is: Choose to … Continue reading “Choose to Challenge – International Women’s Day 2021”

March 1st is Black Mental Health Day

Last year, with the proclamation of Bill 178, the Black Mental Health Day Act (2020) helped set the stage for all to learn and understand more about the impact of systemic racism. We need to work together to enact meaningful systemic change that will better support Black children and youth and address the historical impact … Continue reading “March 1st is Black Mental Health Day”