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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"
2023 “THUNDERSTRUCK” Newsletter Archive
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September 2023 Newsletter
Dear Saint Joan of Arc Parents and Guardians,
I hope this message finds you well. Our goal this year is to strengthen the connection with our community and share the wonderful learning experiences happening daily at SJA. As we enter the fall season, we’re excited to present the September edition of our school newsletter, THUNDERSTRUCK. ... Continue reading "September 2023 Newsletter"
Meet the Members of the 2023/2024 SJA Catholic School Council
Dear Parents, Guardians, Teachers, and Students,
I am thrilled to extend a warm welcome to the members of the 2023/2024 Catholic School Council at Saint Joan of Arc. Your dedication to our school community is deeply appreciated, and we are excited to have you as part of our team for the upcoming academic year.
Meet the Members of the 2023/2024 ... Continue reading "Meet the Members of the 2023/2024 SJA Catholic School Council"
The Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC)
What is SEAC?
The Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) is a group that provides important advice on special education to the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB). It is comprised of representatives from the Board of Trustees, local agencies and associations that further the well-being of exceptional students in the YCDSB. SEAC makes recommendations on matters affecting the establishment, development and delivery of ... Continue reading "The Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC)"
Board News
Welcome John De Faveri – Interim Director of Education
– St. Francis de Sales
February 12, 2024
Dear York Catholic District School Board Community,
I want to take this opportunity to introduce myself and express how delighted I am to return to the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) as Interim Director of Education.
My career started ... Continue reading "Welcome John De Faveri – Interim Director of Education"
YCDSB Director of Education Domenic Scuglia Announces Retirement After Outstanding Teaching Career
York Catholic District School Board Director of Education Domenic Scuglia will retire after a 41-year career promoting equity, excellence and faith in two Canadian provinces.
“The Board of Trustees is grateful for Domenic Scuglia’s many contributions to the YCDSB, in particular for creating stability in our school board during the difficult days near the end of the pandemic,” said Chair of ... Continue reading "YCDSB Director of Education Domenic Scuglia Announces Retirement After Outstanding Teaching Career"
York Catholic Students Continue to Beat Provincial Averages on EQAO and OSSLT Results
According to the latest results from the Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) and the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT), York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) students outpace their provincial peers in all areas of testing.
“We are very proud of our students and staff for the high level of achievement they consistently demonstrate throughout the school year,” says Domenic Scuglia, YCDSB ... Continue reading "York Catholic Students Continue to Beat Provincial Averages on EQAO and OSSLT Results"