Education Week 2024: We Are Called to Love

Each year during Catholic Education Week, Ontario’s Catholic community engages in a week-long celebration of the unique identity and distinctive contributions of publicly-funded Catholic education. This year, Catholic Education Week occurs on May 5-11 with the theme, “We Are Called to Love.â€�  The theme was inspired by many aspects of our faith community, including our … Continue reading “Education Week 2024: We Are Called to Love”

York Catholic Gives Terry Fox Foundation a Big Boost

In an impressive display of community spirit and dedication, 91ÁÔÆæ students, staff and families collectively raised an impressive $198,689.77 for The Terry Fox Foundation in 2023. York Catholic DSB schools have a long-standing tradition of participating in annual school-based Terry Fox run, walk and roll-a-thons. Inspired by the amazing courage and … Continue reading “York Catholic Gives Terry Fox Foundation a Big Boost”

Funding For a New 91ÁÔÆæ School in Vaughan

We are excited to announce the Ontario government is investing $47.2 million for the construction of two new elementary schools that will share a building in the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC) in Thornhill. The building will house a 91ÁÔÆæ (91ÁÔÆæ) elementary school and York Region District School Board (YRDSB) elementary school, … Continue reading “Funding For a New 91ÁÔÆæ School in Vaughan”

91ÁÔÆæ P.A. Day Disclosure: Friday, May 3, 2024

In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s new Regulation 304, “School Year Calendar, Professional Activity Days,â€� the 91ÁÔÆæ (91ÁÔÆæ) is providing the following summary of P.A. Day activities at the secondary level on Friday, May 3, 2024. In the morning, teachers will participate in presentations on topics including: Mathematics: High-Impact Instructional … Continue reading “91ÁÔÆæ P.A. Day Disclosure: Friday, May 3, 2024”

91ÁÔÆæ Students Make a Splash at OFSAA Swimming Competition

The 91ÁÔÆæ congratulates three remarkable students from Our Lady Queen of the World Catholic Academy and St. Theresa of Lisieux Catholic High School, in Richmond Hill, as they placed second in each of their respective categories at the 2024 OFSAA Swimming competition held on March 5 and 6, 2024. The OFSAA … Continue reading “91ÁÔÆæ Students Make a Splash at OFSAA Swimming Competition”

91ÁÔÆæ Student to Learn About Ontario Politics First-Hand as Legislative Page

A heartfelt congratulations to Malcolm Y., one of St. Elizabeth Seton’s very own Grade 8 French Immersion students who has been selected to serve as a Legislative Page at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario. The Program is open to students in grades 7 and 8 who have an interest in current affairs and is designed … Continue reading “91ÁÔÆæ Student to Learn About Ontario Politics First-Hand as Legislative Page”

Equity Seeking and Racialized Leadership – Session #2 – Building Your Leadership Portfolio (April 23, 2024)

  The 91ÁÔÆæ is committed to inclusivity and diversity within the workplace.  As we continue to explore equity seeking and racialized leadership, our upcoming session will focus on important aspects of career development and advancement:  Building your leadership portfolio in preparation for the role of Vice Principal. In this session we will delve into the … Continue reading “Equity Seeking and Racialized Leadership – Session #2 – Building Your Leadership Portfolio (April 23, 2024)”

“We Are Diverse. We Are One in Christ� Stickers

We are pleased to introduce a beautiful new “We Are Diverse. We Are One in Christâ€� sticker that will appear in 91ÁÔÆæ schools and workplaces over the coming days.  At the request of the Board of Trustees, these stickers were created to celebrate the peace and unity we find in Jesus … Continue reading ““We Are Diverse. We Are One in Christâ€� Stickers”

Monday, April 8: Shortened Day for Solar Eclipse

On Monday, April 8, 2024, a full solar eclipse will occur in southern Ontario, which will block the sun’s light in some areas. In York Region, we will experience the effects of the eclipse between roughly 2:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m., which coincides with the scheduled dismissal times for our schools. Looking at the sun … Continue reading “Monday, April 8: Shortened Day for Solar Eclipse”