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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
Education Week 2024: We Are Called to Love
Each year during Catholic Education Week, Ontario’s Catholic community engages in a week-long celebration of the unique identity and distinctive contributions of publicly-funded Catholic education. This year, Catholic Education Week occurs on May 5-11 with the theme, “We Are Called to Love.”
The theme was inspired by many aspects of our faith community, including our ongoing efforts to promote equity and ... Continue reading "Education Week 2024: We Are Called to Love"
Monday, April 8: Shortened Day for Solar Eclipse
On Monday, April 8, 2024, a full solar eclipse will occur in southern Ontario, which will block the sun’s light in some areas.
In York Region, we will experience the effects of the eclipse between roughly 2:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m., which coincides with the scheduled dismissal times for our schools. Looking at the sun during this time period has the ... Continue reading "Monday, April 8: Shortened Day for Solar Eclipse"
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"