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NEW Volunteer Screening Process
Under the requirements of the Supporting Children and Students Act, 2025, amendments have been made to the Board Policy 608 Volunteers in Schools, to strengthen police record check requirements for all volunteers at YCDSB. Policy 608 Volunteers in Schools
Going forward, all volunteers in schools will be required to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) through the police department. This requirement ... Continue reading "NEW Volunteer Screening Process"
The YCDSB’s 2026-27 Budget
The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) has released its 2026-27 budget, which focuses on putting students first and starting the process of returning the board to financial stability.
This budget takes a measured approach to addressing the YCDSB’s deficit. There are several small operational adjustments that respond to declining enrolment and the current needs in our classrooms.
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YCDSB Elementary P.A. Day: Friday, June 5, 2026
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 elementary level on Friday, June 5, 2026.
Elementary – Report Card Writing
Elementary teachers will write report cards, which will be available to
... Continue reading "YCDSB Elementary P.A. Day: Friday, June 5, 2026"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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Elementary PA Day Disclosure Sept. 2 & 3, 2026
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 elementary level on Wednesday, September 2 and Thursday, September 3, 2026
Please NoteThat the first day of school for kindergarten to grade 8 students
... Continue reading "Elementary PA Day Disclosure Sept. 2 & 3, 2026"Elementary Report Card Information
In compliance with the Ministry of Education’s direction, paper copies of elementary final report cards will be sent home with students on Thursday, June 25, 2026.
Families who wish to access their child’s report card online may do so by following the steps outlined below.
STEP 1Please visit their school’s website and click “Parents” in the navigation
... Continue reading "Elementary Report Card Information"During Graduation Season, the YCDSB Recognizes its Distinguished Alumni
As schools throughout Ontario celebrate graduation ceremonies, the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) is recognizing some of its outstanding graduates from previous years with the 2026 YCDSB Distinguished Alumni Award.
Every year, this award celebrates how publicly-funded Catholic education helps young people to use their God-given talents to have successful lives and to contribute to their communities.
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