Year: 2025

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.

Extreme Cold Weather Tomorrow

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

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YCDSB PA Day: Friday, January 31, 2025

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, January 31, 2025.

Elementary Mathematics Teachers will deepen their understanding of the K-8 Mathematics curriculum by exploring assessment FOR learning,

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Extreme Cold Weather Information

We wanted to share some information to help you prepare your child for school on cold days.

The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) has an Extreme Weather Policy that puts in place steps to minimize, to the greatest extent possible, risks associated with extreme temperatures while supporting the Ministry of Education’s directive for daily physical

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Dismantling Anti-Black Racism Advisory Committee Invites all Applicants Interested in Joining the Advisory Committee to contact The Office of the Human Rights & Equity Advisor by the end of January 2025.

The York Catholic District School Board recognizes that an equitable, inclusive education system will always be fundamental to achieving its mission and evolving core priorities. The Board recognizes that any form of overt or covert racism and discrimination is incompatible with Catholic values and is in violation of the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Cultivating an authentically safe and

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