Year: 2025

Schools and the CEC Are Closed for Thursday, February 13, 2025

February 12, 2025February 13, 2025 Board News

Due to worsening weather conditions, all YCDSB schools and the Catholic Education Centre are closed for Thursday, February 13, 2025. Childcare facilities are also closed.

Please do not bring your child to school, as there will be no adults there to care for them.

Community Use of School permits are also cancelled for this

Pediculosis

February 2, 2025 General

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

YCDSB’s Multi-Year Financial Recovery Plan

January 29, 2025 General

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

January 27, 2025February 2, 2025 General

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

January 27, 2025January 27, 2025 General

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.

Extreme Cold Weather Tomorrow

January 21, 2025January 22, 2025 Board News

Dear York Catholic District School Board Families,

The Weather Network forecasts that the temperature tomorrow morning will be -20 degrees Celsius, with wind chills approaching -30 degrees Celsius. York Region Public Health has issued an Extreme Cold Weather Warning, which is expected to remain in effect until Wednesday, January 22, 2025.

Student transportation will be running