The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) was excited to take a trip down memory lane, as four of its schools celebrated milestone anniversaries during Catholic Education Week. All these schools have long histories of providing excellent education, nurturing environments and faith-filled lessons that last a lifetime. Catholic Education Week is a time when we … Continue reading “YCDSB Schools Celebrate Milestone Anniversaries”
On Tuesday, May 7th, secondary students representing the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) showcased their skills at the 2025 Skills Ontario Competition. This annual provincial event, held at the Toronto Congress Centre, brings together students from across Ontario to compete in a variety of skilled trades and technology challenges. The Skills Ontario Competition is one of Canada’s premier skilled trades and technology events, offering students a valuable opportunity to showcase their talent, knowledge and hands-on skills in their chosen field. The competition brings together the top student competitors from across the province to demonstrate excellence before educators, families, future employers and … Continue reading “YCDSB Students Excel at 2025 Skills Ontario Competition”
Happy Mother’s Day! On Mother’s Day we give thanks for the extraordinary love, strength and grace of all mothers and mother figures in our lives – those with us today and those who live on in our hearts and memories. Whether by birth, adoption, spiritual guidance or nurturing presence, mothers reflect the unwavering care and … Continue reading “Happy Mother’s Day!”
In celebration of Catholic Education Week, the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) is proud to announce its 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award winners. Distinguished Alumni are recognized for their significant contributions to their fields of work and communities Announced each year at the beginning of Catholic Education Week (May 4 to May 9, 2025), the … Continue reading “The YCDSB Announces Its 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award Winners”
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 secondary level on Monday, May 5, 2025. 9-12 Mathematics + Subject-specific topics Secondary teachers will participate in self-directed modules on topics … Continue reading “YCDSB PA Day: Monday, May 5, 2025”
We pause to remember Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday at the age of 88. As the leader of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis was a voice of peace, compassion and hope in our world. Pope Francis was a great pastor who spoke from the heart and with tender affection, demonstrating compassion, care and … Continue reading “We Remember Pope Francis”
Dear York Catholic District School Board Community, Alleluia! He is Risen! On behalf of the entire staff of the York Catholic District School Board, I wish you and your loved ones a very happy Easter. During this most sacred and joyful time in the Christian calendar, we celebrate Christ’s triumph over death and the promise … Continue reading “Happy Easter! Alleluia! He is Risen!”
The York Catholic District School Board is proud to share a beautiful story of faith, creativity and collaboration that reflects the very heart of Catholic education. Students from Sacred Heart Catholic High School in Newmarket recently completed a remarkable project in their technology class. They created a custom, handcrafted wooden cross that is now proudly … Continue reading “A Labour of Love and Faith: Sacred Heart Students Create New Cross for the Board Office”
As we enter Holy Week, the most sacred time in our Catholic liturgical calendar, we pause to reflect on the depth of Christ’s love and the profound meaning of His passion, death and resurrection. This week marks the culmination of our Lenten journey, a time of prayer, fasting and almsgiving, through which we have drawn … Continue reading “Recognizing the Significance of Holy Week”
Several St. Justin Martyr CES students from Unionville, Ont., made their school proud by finishing second in Ontario at the recent Provincial W5H tournament, a prestigious branch of Reach for the Top, the storied Canadian quiz competition. Thanks to their remarkable knowledge, teamwork and sportsmanship, these dedicated York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) students triumphed … Continue reading “St. Justin Martyr Students Finish Second in Ontario”
