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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"

Solar Eclipse – April 8th

Earlier this month, the York Catholic District School Board announced that to ensure student safety due to the solar eclipse on April 8th, 2024, all schools will be dismissing students early. As such, All Saints CES will dismiss at 12:10 PM. The morning bell, drop off and transportation will remain unchanged. Since students typically eat their lunch from 11:50 ... Continue reading "Solar Eclipse – April 8th"

Stations of the Cross

Join us for a reflective journey as  we commemorate the Stations of the Cross on Thursday, March 28th at 9:15 AM. We extend a warm invitation to all of our families to join us for this solemn event, where we’ll come together in prayer and contemplation. Let’s gather as a community to reflect on the significance of this season and find solace in our shared ... Continue reading "Stations of the Cross"

World Down Syndrome Day – 3/21

On Thursday, March 21st, AST will be celebrating World Down Syndrome Day (which is recognized annually on 3/21). While people born with Down Syndrome have an extra chromosome, it is important to recognize that the little “extra” doesn’t define them. It’s just one aspect of their lives that makes them AWESOME! On this day, staff and students are asked to celebrate our ... Continue reading "World Down Syndrome Day – 3/21"

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Welcome John De Faveri – Interim Director of Education

“Never miss an opportunity to do good.”

– St. Francis de Sales

February 12, 2024

Dear York Catholic District School Board Community,

I want to take this opportunity to introduce myself and express how delighted I am to return to the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) as Interim Director of Education.

My career started ... Continue reading "Welcome John De Faveri – Interim Director of Education"

YCDSB Director of Education Domenic Scuglia Announces Retirement After Outstanding Teaching Career

York Catholic District School Board Director of Education Domenic Scuglia will retire after a 41-year career promoting equity, excellence and faith in two Canadian provinces.

“The Board of Trustees is grateful for Domenic Scuglia’s many contributions to the YCDSB, in particular for creating stability in our school board during the difficult days near the end of the pandemic,” said Chair of ... Continue reading "YCDSB Director of Education Domenic Scuglia Announces Retirement After Outstanding Teaching Career"

Kindergarten Registration for September 2024 (Starting January 8, 2024)

— Starting Kindergarten is an exciting time in a young child’s life, filled with new experiences and opportunities to learn and grow. Kindergarten registration at the York Catholic District School Board begins on January 8th for the 2024-25 school year that begins in September, 2024.  Children must be four years old by December 31, 2024 and born in 2020 to register in Junior Kindergarten, or ... Continue reading "Kindergarten Registration for September 2024 (Starting January 8, 2024)"

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