Category: Board News

YCDSB P.A. Day: Friday(Secondary Schools), November 20, 2026

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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.

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St. Joan of Arc CHS – Grade 8 Open House

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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.

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Supporting Success in Mathematics at Home: Secondary Edition

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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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You Belong Here: 2026 Secondary School Open Houses

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Finding the right Secondary School is important for a student’s academic success and well-being. This fall, York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) secondary schools will open their doors so students and families can explore, ask questions and feel confident about the transition to Grade 9.

Who Should Attend?

Grade 8 students and their families are invited to attend the open

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Special Education Transition to High School

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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: