Year: 2025

Family Literacy Day

Family Literacy Day is celebrated every year on January 27th to raise awareness about the importance of reading and participating in literacy-related activities as a family. Since 1999, schools, libraries, literacy organizations, and community groups nationwide have taken part in this initiative.

The theme for Family Literacy Day 2025 is “Learn to Be Green, Together!” This year, we encourage families to make a ... Continue reading "Family Literacy Day"

YCDSB PA Day: Friday, January 31, 2025

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, January 31, 2025.

Elementary Mathematics Teachers will deepen their understanding of the K-8 Mathematics curriculum by exploring assessment FOR learning,

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Dr. Ed Roldan- Raising Resilient Kids: Simple Tools for Calm and Connection

Parenting can feel overwhelming, especially when your child struggles with anxiety and big emotions. This talk introduces simple, science-backed strategies to help your child build emotional resilience and confidence. Discover how small changes in your parenting approach can strengthen your connection, create a calmer home, and empower your child to face life’s challenges. You’ll leave with practical tips you can use right away to
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YRPH Dental Screening Clinic

On February 13, YRPH will be coming to OLF to run their annual Dental Screening Clinic. All students in FDK and Grades 2 & 7 will be screened, as well as others that are requested by parents/guardians.

Please see the attached letter from YRPH for more information on this annual screening.

Dismantling Anti-Black Racism Advisory Committee Invites all Applicants Interested in Joining the Advisory Committee to contact The Office of the Human Rights & Equity Advisor by the end of January 2025.

The York Catholic District School Board recognizes that an equitable, inclusive education system will always be fundamental to achieving its mission and evolving core priorities. The Board recognizes that any form of overt or covert racism and discrimination is incompatible with Catholic values and is in violation of the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Cultivating an authentically safe and

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