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YCDSB’s Multi-Year Financial Recovery Plan

Dear York Catholic District School Board Families,

The Board of Trustees and Senior Team are dedicated to the sound financial management of the money entrusted to us by the public. Unfortunately, the York Catholic DSB has faced several financial challenges in recent years, including declining school enrolment in our elementary schools, inadequate funding for special education, and rising transportation and IT infrastructure costs. ... Continue reading "YCDSB’s Multi-Year Financial Recovery Plan"

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.  

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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"