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Fall Elementary Programs

Dear Parents/Guardians,

We are delighted to announce that registration for our YCDSB Fall Elementary Programs is now open!

Our school board is committed to providing excellent academic opportunities and enriching experiences for our students, and this Fall is no exception. We are pleased to offer an array of programs designed to cater to various interests and educational needs.

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Welcome Back

 

Dear Parents and Guardians of St. John Bosco C.E.S., 

Toujours faire de son mieux! Be the best you can be! ... Continue reading "Welcome Back"

Lord, our God, Today we come together with hearts full of gratitude and anticipation as we begin a new school year, embracing the possibilities, challenges, opportunities and blessings it holds. Let us pause to acknowledge the gift of God’s

Cell Phone Letter

Dear Parents/Guardians,

I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Joeanne Bortolussi and I will be the interim Acting Principal at St. John Bosco CES. I am a retired YCDSB Principal and I am looking forward to welcoming our students and staff back to school on Tuesday. Our staff is eager to provide an exceptional learning experience for ... Continue reading "Cell Phone Letter"

Elementary YCDSB PA Day: Friday, June 28, 2024

Elementary YCDSB PA Day: Friday, June 28, 2024

In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s new 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 elementary level on Friday, June 28, 2024.

Friday, June 28, 2024 Staff are engaged in closing operations for the end of term.

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"

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Updated Joint Police Protocol

Updated Joint Police Protocol

September 19, 2024

 Dear York Catholic District School Board families and staff, 

Today, the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB), the York Region District School Board (YRDSB), and the York Regional Police (YRP) announced an updated joint police protocol that will ensure a consistent approach to police involvement in York Region schools.

As a Catholic learning

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P.A. Day Disclosure: Friday, September 27, 2024

Friday, September 27, 2024, will be a P.A. Day in 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, September 27, 2024.  

YCDSB P.A. Day: Friday,

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2024-2029 Long Term Accommodation Plan

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We would like your input on the Draft 2024-2029 Long Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP) as presented at the Board meeting on April 30, 2024. A project page to provide you with information has been created on the YCDSB website for your reference.

The LTAP is a comprehensive, multi-year document that guides future accommodation planning

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