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Shrove Tuesday: Students will enjoy delicious pancakes prepared by some of our Catholic School Council members on March 4 (morning). Please ensure you have returned the permission forms to your child’s teacher Details regarding ingredients of the pancake mix and maple syrup previously shared and are on the letter.
Ash Wednesday: Please join us for our Ash Wednesday Service March 5 at 1:30pm. ... Continue reading ""
Pediculosis
The York Catholic District School Board recognizes concerns related to pediculosis (head lice) at the school and community level. Pediculosis (head lice) are not a public hazard, as they do not cause illness, but they are a nuisance. To prevent pediculosis (head lice) from becoming a problem at our school we all need to work together. Please check your child’s head on a regular
... Continue reading "Pediculosis"YCDSB’s Multi-Year Financial Recovery Plan
Dear York Catholic District School Board Families,
The Board of Trustees and Senior Team are dedicated to the sound financial management of the money entrusted to us by the public. Unfortunately, the York Catholic DSB has faced several financial challenges in recent years, including declining school enrolment in our elementary schools, inadequate funding for special education, and rising transportation and IT infrastructure costs. ... Continue reading "YCDSB’s Multi-Year Financial Recovery Plan"
BLACK HERITAGE MONTH
Honouring the contributions of Canadians of African Ancestry is an essential part of any curriculum delivery. During Black Heritage Month in February, we particularly highlight the legacy of Canadians of African Ancestry, past and present. This is a time to celebrate the many achievements and contributions of people of African Ancestry to the development and culture of the Catholic Church and of Canada. It is ... Continue reading "BLACK HERITAGE MONTH"
SJC Welcomes Kesha Christie
Kesha Christie
Talkin’ Tales
SJC welcomes Kesha Christie on February 24, 2025.
Curriculum Connections: Culture: African/Caribbean, Folktales teach social values and this story teaches: Fairness, Respect, Sharing.
Thank you to the Aurora Cultural Centre and the Kaleidoscope In Schools Program. We look forward to Kesha’s presentation.
Board News
Happy Easter! Alleluia! He is Risen!
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 of
... Continue reading "Happy Easter! Alleluia! He is Risen!"Recognizing the Significance of Holy Week
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 closer to God and prepared
... Continue reading "Recognizing the Significance of Holy Week"Join Us in Prayer for Pope Francis
As a Catholic community, we are united in faith and prayer, especially in times of need. Frank Cardinal Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, has asked the faithful to join him in prayer for Pope Francis, who has been hospitalized at Gemelli Hospital in Rome since February 14, 2025. His Holiness is currently suffering from pneumonia and mild kidney failure.
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