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Hearing Screening
St. Benedict’s Clinic Date is November 6th, 2024
School Screening Association will be visiting SBT to conduct their annual hearing screening clinics.
Your child’s hearing should be screened every year
Growing children are very susceptible to middle ear problems and one of the best ways to prevent hearing loss is early ... Continue reading "Hearing Screening"
Pediculosis (Head Lice)
The York Catholic District School Board recognizes concerns related to pediculosis (head lice) at the school and community level. Pediculosis (head lice) are not a public hazard, as they do not cause illness, but they are a nuisance. To prevent pediculosis (head lice) from becoming a problem at our school we all need to work together. Please check your child’s head on a regular basis ... Continue reading "Pediculosis (Head Lice)"
P.A. Day Disclosure: Monday, October 21, 2024
Monday, October 21, 2024, will be a P.A. Day in York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) elementary and secondary schools.
In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s Regulation 304, “School Year Calendar, Professional Activity Days,” the YCDSB is providing the following summary of staff activities for the P.A. Day on Monday, October 21, 2024.
... Continue reading "P.A. Day Disclosure: Monday, October 21, 2024"Terry Fox Run/Walk
Terry Fox is not just a Canadian hero but an inspiration for all. On Friday, September 20, 2024, St. Benedict will be participating in our Annual Terry Fox Run/Walk. The students are asked to wear Red and White on this day. All monies raised through this event will be forwarded to the Terry Fox Foundation to further the cause of cancer research. We encourage all ... Continue reading "Terry Fox Run/Walk"
Catholic School Council – Calling on New Members
We are thankful to have a positive working relationship with our parent/guardian community. Being a part of the Catholic School Council (CSC) is a special commitment to the school. The Catholic School Council is an advisory body whose mission is to enhance the education of our children in a faith-centered environment in partnership with the school, parish, community and home.
At this time, ... Continue reading "Catholic School Council – Calling on New Members"
Board News
Early Reading Screening
Beginning the 2024-2025 school year, all students in Year 2 of Kindergarten through Grade 2 in Ontario will participate in early reading screenings (ERS). This requirement by the Ministry of Education was in response to the Right to Read report and is endorsed by the Canadian Pediatric Society.
What is Early Reading Screening (ERS)? ... Continue reading "Early Reading Screening"
P.A. Day Disclosure: Friday, November 15, 2024
Friday, November 15, 2024, will be a P.A. Day in York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) elementary and secondary schools.
In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s Regulation 304, “School Year Calendar, Professional Activity Days,” the YCDSB is providing the following summary of staff activities for the P.A. Day on Friday, November 15, 2024.
Parent-Teacher Interviews At the
... Continue reading "P.A. Day Disclosure: Friday, November 15, 2024"Fundraiser: International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
board-wide Fundraiser day!
If you would like to donate to the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty fundraiser, please click here.
Dear York Catholic District School Board families,
As a Catholic learning community, we are dedicated to living out Gospel values by supporting those in need.
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