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2024-2029 Long Term Accommodation Plan

We would like your input on the Draft 2024-2029 Long Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP) as...
York Catholic to accept registrations for elementary students during the summer

York Catholic to accept registrations for elementary students during the summer

Elementary Student Registrations The York Catholic District School Board, which is one of the top-performing...
Help Us Hire a New Director of Education

Help Us Hire a New Director of Education

“Where there is no guidance, a nation falls, but in an abundance of counsellors there...
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...

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Dear York Catholic District School Board families, Today, the York Catholic District School Board announced...

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2026 Registration for Kindergarten at YCDSB is Open

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
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CHUM Christmas Toy Drive Kick-Off – Monday, November 17th

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are filled with excitement as our CHUM Christmas Toy Drive Kick-Off takes place on Monday, November 17th. The hallways are already brimming with Christmas cheer and the wonderful sight of toy donations generously given by our school community.

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2025 Transition to High School: Information Session

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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Free Session for Families: The Future of AI in Education

The York Catholic Parent Involvement Committee (YCPIC) invites the York Catholic community to learn more about the future of AI in education through an interactive training session on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 from 7-9 p.m. at the Catholic Education Centre (320 Bloomington Road, Aurora). 

The session led by Curtis Carmichael will help parents and guardians increase their digital literacy and build practical

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YCDSB Placed Under Supervision by Minister of Education

YCDSB Placed Under Supervision by Minister of Education

On Thursday, March 5, 2026, the Minister of Education placed the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) under supervision. While under supervision, all decisions that would normally be made by trustees, with the exception of denominational matters, will now be made by the appointed Supervisor, Carrie Kormos.

You can read a letter from the Minister of Education by clicking

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Updated History Curriculum for the 2026-27 School Year

The Minister of Education has approved updates to the Grades 7, 8, and 10 History curriculum, which will take effect in the 2026-27 school year. 

These updates are described by the Ministry of Education as:

Students will learn about significant contributions of Black individuals and communities to Canada’s foundation as a nation, and the obstacles they faced in

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