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Important Bussing Reminders
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During the summer months, school bus routes are reviewed and updated. Please check the “Find Your Bus Stop” on the STSYR website after August 19, 2024 to confirm your child’s transportation for September.
- During the first two weeks of school, students should arrive at their bus stop 10 minutes early. After this, students are asked to arrive 5
Back to School Procedures
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We look forward to welcoming all Panthers back to school on Tuesday September 3, 2024. Please check your School Messenger emails regularly for important information to prepare for the First Day of School.
Supporting a Mentally Healthy Back to School
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Transitions such as resuming school activities after a break can be challenging for some students. The following return to school tip sheet can help parents support and uplift students through times of change. Hopefully these tips will empower students and parents alike to welcome a return to school and smoothly adjust to the changes in routines that back to school time brings.
Elementary YCDSB PA Day: Friday, June 28, 2024
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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.
Superhero Book Fair
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The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school from April 22nd – 26th! What better way to promote reading with our students than by supporting this important literary event. Scholastic, will provide a wide selection of fiction and nonfiction books as well as novelty items such: as pencils, posters, bookmarks, fancy pens, and learning games. We invite your entire family to enjoy the fun ... Continue reading "Superhero Book Fair"
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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
... Continue reading "2024-2029 Long Term Accommodation Plan"York Catholic to accept registrations for elementary students during the summer
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The York Catholic District School Board, which is one of the top-performing school boards in the province, welcomes New and Returning Students for the 2024-2025 school year! Registrations for students entering elementary school, as well as assessments for secondary students who are new to Canada, will take place at the Board’s head office, the Catholic Education Centre during the summer.
... Continue reading "York Catholic to accept registrations for elementary students during the summer"Help Us Hire a New Director of Education
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“Where there is no guidance, a nation falls, but in an abundance of counsellors there is safety.” –Proverbs 11:14
The connection of home, school, and parish is what makes Catholic education unique. This connection recognizes that the community matters and that everyone benefits when the community is involved in our schools.
With this in mind, the York ... Continue reading "Help Us Hire a New Director of Education"