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Elementary YCDSB PA Day: Friday, June 28, 2024
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 elementary level on Friday, June 28, 2024.
Friday, June 28, 2024 Staff are engaged in closing operations for the end of term.
2024 Lenten Mass
On March 21, 2024 the York Catholic District School Board celebrated the third annual board-wide Lenten Mass of Renewal and Reconciliation. Livestreamed to the board’s 50,000 students, the Mass featured the talented students of St Edward Catholic Elementary School and St Brother Andre Catholic High School, in Markham, who performed the music and helped with the readings.
The celebrant was Bishop ... Continue reading "2024 Lenten Mass"
Remembrance Month
A lone sentry stands guard at the entrance of our foyer. Silent. Reverent. Dignified. He is unnamed and unknown, but his presence is recognized.
November is the month of Remembrance. It is also the month where we honour the virtue of Justice and the Catholic Graduate Expectation of good citizenship. We remember those who served and continue to serve this country in the ... Continue reading "Remembrance Month"
Dance-A-Thon Success!
The Hogwart Express brought the steam and energy to set the stage for a memorable day of music, dance, enthusiasm and fun. The costumes of our students were remarkable. DJ Poon was spinning the tunes, and our Catholic School Council was present; keeping our students hydrated and on the move. Our twenty foot high skeleton kept watch over the proceedings, and our inflatables were more ... Continue reading "Dance-A-Thon Success!"
Being a Christian is Like Being a Pumpkin
God picks you from the patch and brings you in. (John 15:16)
Then washes all the dirt off of you (2 Corinthians 5:17)
He asks for you to put trust and faith in Him as the seeds of doubt, hate and greed are removed (Romans 6:6)
Then He carves you a new smiling face (Psalm 71:23)
And ... Continue reading "Being a Christian is Like Being a Pumpkin"
Board News
Updated Joint Police Protocol
September 19, 2024
Dear York Catholic District School Board families and staff,
Today, the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB), the York Region District School Board (YRDSB), and the York Regional Police (YRP) announced an updated joint police protocol that will ensure a consistent approach to police involvement in York Region schools.
As a Catholic learning
... Continue reading "Updated Joint Police Protocol"P.A. Day Disclosure: Friday, September 27, 2024
Friday, September 27, 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, September 27, 2024.
YCDSB P.A. Day: Friday,
... Continue reading "P.A. Day Disclosure: Friday, September 27, 2024"2024-2029 Long Term Accommodation Plan
We would like your input on the Draft 2024-2029 Long Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP) as presented at the Board meeting on April 30, 2024. A project page to provide you with information has been created on the YCDSB website for your reference.
The LTAP is a comprehensive, multi-year document that guides future accommodation planning
... Continue reading "2024-2029 Long Term Accommodation Plan"