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Shrove Tuesday
Our Catholic School Council prepared an endless bounty of pancakes for our school community and carried forth the wonderful tradition of Shrove Tuesday/ Mardi Gras/ Fat Tuesday ahead of our Lenten observance. The CSC arrived in full force beginning at 7:00 AM and carried forward their commitment until just before 10:00 AM when the entire school had been served. Needless to say, there were no ... Continue reading "Shrove Tuesday"
Spartan Effort Leads to Success
The San Lorenzo Ruiz Spartan Boys Intermediate Basketball Team participated in the annual St. Brother Andre Invitational and through persistent effort, tenacious play, and consistency of tactics emerged as the eventual victors. The tournament consisted of five teams from the local area of schools. The boys played a total of 4 games earning a record of 3 wins and one close loss. The boys demonstrated ... Continue reading "Spartan Effort Leads to Success"
Register Now and Join the Spartan Experience
We are Spartans…United we Stand! The rallying cry calls out every morning to welcome our students and staff into our school community indicating our readiness to begin. Since January, active registration has continued, and we are happy to see all of the new faces who will be joining us in September. We would like to invite everyone who is of school age to consider joining ... Continue reading "Register Now and Join the Spartan Experience"
Carnaval: Spartan Style
Carnaval has been a wonderful success at SLR. From the theme days, to the friendly competitions and playful games, the week has been a hub of activity with maximum participation. Carnaval week is organized through our French as a Second Language Department and is inclusive of all our students. Thanks to our French team and staff for creating an atmosphere at the school which celebrates ... Continue reading "Carnaval: Spartan Style"
Engaged in the Spartan Experience: Clubs, Teams and More
Our co-curricular programs are booming at SLR. The Spartan Experience has provided many opportunities for our students to engage in activities as varied as basketball, Cricut club/ Sewing club, Choir, STREAM, Luke 4:18 Social Justice, Chess Club, Rosary Club, Dance Club, Badminton/ Basketball Academy, and Scrabble Club. The amazing talents of our staff and their willingness to provide expertise in these areas is much appreciated. ... Continue reading "Engaged in the Spartan Experience: Clubs, Teams and More"
Board News
2023-24 YCDSB Budget Survey
The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) is committed to the effective and efficient management of resources. Our goal is to ensure fiscal accountability while minimizing impacts on our classrooms and continuing to support student success and well-being in a Catholic learning environment.
To better inform our financial planning, we hope you will tell us your priorities for the 2023-2024 school year budget. ... Continue reading "2023-24 YCDSB Budget Survey"
Update re: Possible Strike on Monday, Nov. 21
November 16, 2022
Dear Families of the York Catholic District School Board,
Earlier today CUPE served notice that they could resume their job action as soon as Monday, November 21, 2022.
In the event of a strike, York Catholic DSB will move to synchronous virtual learning on Monday. Schools will maintain their regular daily learning schedules. St. ... Continue reading "Update re: Possible Strike on Monday, Nov. 21"
COVID-19 Health and Safety Measures
The York Catholic District School Board worked closely with its partners at the Ministry of Education, York Region Public Health, and with Board staff to prepare for the return to school in September. By aligning our practices with their guidance, we are confident our schools will continue to be safe, inclusive places to learn and work throughout the 2022-2023 school year.