The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) has released its 2026-27 budget, which focuses on putting students first and starting the process of returning the board to financial stability.
This budget takes a measured approach to addressing the YCDSB’s deficit. There are several small operational adjustments that respond to declining enrolment and the current needs in our classrooms.
For example, where ... Continue reading "The YCDSB’s 2026-27 Budget"
In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s 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 5, 2026.
Elementary – Report Card Writing
Elementary teachers will write report cards, which will be available to
... Continue reading "YCDSB Elementary P.A. Day: Friday, June 5, 2026"We are excited to invite you to an engaging and informative presentation on Wednesday, September 24th at 7 pm at St. John 23rd CES in Markham by Paul Davis, a recognized expert on social media, digital footprints, smartphones, cyberbullying, sexting, online gaming, and much more. Paul has spoken to parents, students, and educators across the country, equipping families with the ... Continue reading "Keeping Kids Safe Online – Paul Davis Presentation"
It’s the start of the 2025/2026 school year! We want all of our students and families to take a positive step and encourage all families to incorporate active school travel in their children’s daily routines. There are many benefits to walking and cycling and riding the bus to and from school including: ● Improves student academic performance by making children more alert and better prepared ... Continue reading "September’s Active School Travel Message:Make A Commitment TO WALK, CYCLE OR RIDE THE BUS This School Year!"
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"
