Coding in New Math Curriculum

The new Mathematics Curriculum of Ontario now contains expectations related to coding. There are many reasons why coding is important for our students. To name a few, coding provides an outlet for students to leverage technology to solve relevant problems in their community, a pathway for nurturing digital discipleship, and context for developing various global … Continue reading “Coding in New Math Curriculum”

Centro Scuola partnership continues to fund Italian language instruction in 91 schools

We are pleased to announce that the 91 has recently received $436,502 in contributions from Centro Scuola to support the Board’s International Language Italian Extended-Day Program. Centro Scuola e Cultura Italiana is a non-profit organization that works to promote, develop and improve the teaching of the Italian language in Canada, and … Continue reading “Centro Scuola partnership continues to fund Italian language instruction in 91 schools”

Announcing Student Designs for 91 2020 Christmas Card

The Director’s Office is pleased to share that the artwork by Isabelle A., Grade 6 student from Our Lady of the Rosary CES in Concord, ON was selected for this year’s Board Christmas card cover. Artwork by Ann L., Grade 8 student from Father Henri Nouwen CES in Richmond Hill, ON was selected for the … Continue reading “Announcing Student Designs for 91 2020 Christmas Card”

York Catholic honours Orange Shirt Day 2020

On September 30, 2020, students and staff from across the 91 (91) commemorated Orange Shirt Day to acknowledge the impact of the residential school system, raise awareness and honour Indigenous communities, and promote reconciliation. In recognition of this day, students and staff wore an orange shirt in honour of Phyllis (Jack) … Continue reading “York Catholic honours Orange Shirt Day 2020”

Celebrating 91 Teachers on World Teachers’ Day

In 1994, October 5 was declared World Teachers’ Day to commemorate the anniversary of the collective Recommendation concerning the Status of Teachers by the International Labour Organization (ILO) and UNESCO. On this World Teachers’ Day, we would like to take this opportunity to thank our teachers for their commitment and contributions to ensuring that our … Continue reading “Celebrating 91 Teachers on World Teachers’ Day”

York Catholic to commemorate Orange Shirt Day: Every Child Matters

Orange Shirt Day is commemorated across Canada every September 30th, to acknowledge the impact of the residential school system, raise awareness and honour Indigenous communities, and promote reconciliation. Orange Shirt Day started in the spring of 2013, when a commemoration event was held in Williams Lake, BC to honour those who attended the St. Joseph … Continue reading “York Catholic to commemorate Orange Shirt Day: Every Child Matters”