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St. Joan of Arc CHS – Grade 8 Open House
Please join us for our Grade 8 Open House on Tuesday, November 10th, 2026. Doors open at 6pm, with the Plenary Session starting at 6:30pm.
There will also be an Advanced Placement – AP presentation following the Plenary Session.
If you wish to bring in used/old small electronics to recycle, our JET – Joan Environmental Team will ... Continue reading "St. Joan of Arc CHS – Grade 8 Open House"
Special Education Transition to High School
In an effort to support students with Special Education needs as they transition from elementary to secondary school, we are inviting Parent(s)/Guardian(s) of students in Grade 7 and 8 who are currently receiving Special Education supports to attend an in-person information session to learn more about the following topics:
- the transition process from elementary to secondary;
- the nature of Special ... Continue reading "Special Education Transition to High School"
2026-2027 Student Handbook
Please review our 2026-2027 Student Handbook at SJA
The YCDSB’s 2026-27 Budget
The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) has released its 2026-27 budget, which focuses on putting students first and starting the process of returning the board to financial stability.
This budget takes a measured approach to addressing the YCDSB’s deficit. There are several small operational adjustments that respond to declining enrolment and the current needs in our classrooms.
2025 Transition to High School: Information Session
Transition to High School: In-Person Parent/Guardian Information Session
For parents/guardians of students in grades 7 and 8 who are currently accessing Special Education supports
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 Event Details: Catholic Education Centre- 320 Bloomington Rd W, Aurora 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm (Wednesday, December 10,
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YCDSB P.A. Day: Friday(Secondary Schools), November 20, 2026
Friday, November 20, 2026, will be a P.A. Day in all 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, November 20, 2026.
... Continue reading "YCDSB P.A. Day: Friday(Secondary Schools), November 20, 2026"Secondary Report Card Information
Semester One secondary report cards will be available online on Thursday, November 5, 2026 after 4 p.m.
To access your child’s report card:
How to View Report Card Marks in CONNECT
If you have any technical issues, please click here for a support document.
... Continue reading "Secondary Report Card Information"Supporting Success in Mathematics at Home: Secondary Edition
The Curriculum & Assessment Department is pleased to offer parents and guardians helpful resources and simple ways to support their secondary school children in mathematics, both at school and at home. You can click here to view a page with digital tools, practical tips and ideas to help students build confidence, develop a positive
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