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2026 Registration for Kindergarten at YCDSB is Open
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey of learning and growth for your child? The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) offers a welcoming and nurturing Kindergarten program designed to spark curiosity, build confidence and inspire a love for learning rooted in faith.
At YCDSB, your child will benefit from:
- A safe, inclusive and
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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Dear Members of the YCDSB Catholic learning community,
The Board of Trustees and the Senior Staff Team are writing to thank you for your ongoing support and input into the YCDSB’s Multi-Year Financial Recovery Plan (MYFRP) and to provide an update on its implementation.
The MYFRP report recently presented at our August Board meeting, communicated that the
... Continue reading "Update on the YCDSB’s Multi-Year Financial Recovery Plan"St. Joan of Arc’s Burger Wars: A Culinary Showdown That Serves Up Learning and Leadership
At St. Joan of Arc Catholic High School, one of the most anticipated events of the semester isn’t found on the stage or the field, but in the kitchen.
For over a decade, the Grade 12 Burger Wars has been a beloved and delicious tradition that continues to bring flavour, fun and formation to our senior Nutrition and Health
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Dear York Catholic District School Board Families,
The Board of Trustees and Senior Team are dedicated to the sound financial management of the money entrusted to us by the public. Unfortunately, the York Catholic DSB has faced several financial challenges in recent years, including declining school enrolment in our elementary schools, inadequate funding for special education, and rising transportation and IT infrastructure costs. ... Continue reading "YCDSB’s Multi-Year Financial Recovery Plan"
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YCDSB P.A. Day: Friday, January 30, 2026 -Secondary
In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s 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 secondary level on Friday, January 30, 2026.
Secondary – Semester Two Prep
Teachers will complete semester one assessments facilitated by
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Dear York Catholic District School Board Families,
Timely communication is a necessary part of our relationship with you. The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) always strives to keep our parents/guardians informed with the information you need.
This morning, that did not happen. I want to provide you with details as to why this happened.
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SCHOOL CLOSURE ALERT!!!
Due to the worsening weather conditions, the YCDSB is closing all schools. Child care will also be closed. Please do not bring your child to school because there will be no staff on site to care for them.
The safety of our students, staff and families is our top
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