The spirit of giving came to life at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Academy, which had the honour of hosting the kickoff of the 2024 CHUM Christmas Wish Campaign and Vaughan Toy Drive. For the past 58 years, the CHUM Christmas Wish Campaign has brought joy to countless families across the GTA, and this year … Continue reading “St. Gregory the Great Kicks Off CHUM Toy Drive”
At YCDSB, we are dedicated to the well-being of our students, staff, and their families. That is why we are excited to share a new video series that is now available on our YouTube channel (YorkCatholicTV). This series was developed to provide essential mental health resources and support for elementary and secondary students, staff and … Continue reading “New Video Series Shines Light on Stress Awareness for Students”
The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB), in collaboration with York Regional Police, is hosting a series of important information evenings 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 … Continue reading “Protecting York Region Youth: YCDSB & York Regional Police Host Information Evenings on Human Trafficking and Internet Exploitation”
Beginning the 2024-2025 school year, all students in Year 2 of Kindergarten through Grade 2 in Ontario will participate in early reading screenings (ERS). This requirement by the Ministry of Education was in response to the Right to Read report and is endorsed by the Canadian Pediatric Society. What is Early Reading Screening (ERS)? Early Reading Screenings are quick … Continue reading “Early Reading Screening”
Thanks to the incredible generosity of the York Catholic District School Board community, we raised almost $39,000 during the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty fundraiser. This money will be used by our Attendance Support Counsellors to remove financial barriers that keep students from attending school regularly. The inflation crisis caused financial distress to … Continue reading “Thank You: International Day for the Eradication of Poverty Fundraiser”
Friday, November 15, 2024, will be a P.A. Day in York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) elementary and secondary schools. In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s Regulation 304, “School Year Calendar, Professional Activity Days,” the YCDSB is providing the following summary of staff activities for the P.A. Day on Friday, November 15, 2024. Parent-Teacher … Continue reading “P.A. Day Disclosure: Friday, November 15, 2024”
Students of the Functional Life Skills Program (FLS) of St. Elizabeth CHS and St. Jean de Brebeuf CHS were recognized for their art skills on October 8, 2024, at Vellore Village Community Centre in Woodbridge, Ontario. As part of the Vaughan Culture Days festivities, the FLS students created two murals using the theme “Unity in … Continue reading “FLS Students Celebrated at Vaughan Culture Days”
board-wide Fundraiser day! If you would like to donate to the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty fundraiser, please click here. Donate Now Dear York Catholic District School Board families, As a Catholic learning community, we are dedicated to living out Gospel values by supporting those in need. On October 17, organizations worldwide observe … Continue reading “Fundraiser: International Day for the Eradication of Poverty”
York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) students continue to outpace their provincial peers in all areas of academic testing, according to the latest results from the Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) and the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT). “We are always looking for ways to provide a better school experience, but today is … Continue reading “2024 York Catholic Students Continue to Lead the Province in EQAO and OSSLT results”
Monday, October 21, 2024, will be a P.A. Day in York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) elementary and secondary schools. In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s Regulation 304, “School Year Calendar, Professional Activity Days,” the YCDSB is providing the following summary of staff activities for the P.A. Day on Monday, October 21, 2024. … Continue reading “P.A. Day Disclosure: Monday, October 21, 2024”
