Year: 2026

During Graduation Season, the YCDSB Recognizes its Distinguished Alumni

As schools throughout Ontario celebrate graduation ceremonies, the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) is recognizing some of its outstanding graduates from previous years with the 2026 YCDSB Distinguished Alumni Award.

Every year, this award celebrates how publicly-funded Catholic education helps young people to use their God-given talents to have successful lives and to contribute to their communities.

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YCDSB PA Day – Elementary Schools: Friday, June 26, 2026

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 26, 2026. 

 

Friday, June 26, 2026 

Staff are engaged in closing operations for the end

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YCDSB Launches Student and Family Support Office

The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) has launched a new resource to help families better navigate their child’s educational journey. This office is an additional point of contact that makes it easier for students and parents/guardians to access support, bring questions to the right person and receive timely updates.

YCDSB Elementary P.A. Day: Friday, June 5, 2026

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

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Jump Rope for Heart Kickoff Assembly and School Event

On Tuesday, June 9, students at Father John Kelly will be participating in Jump Rope for Heart! Jump Rope for Heart is a movement to get kids active, have fun, practice healthy habits and teach the importance of giving back. Please click on the link to access the Father John Kelly Jump Rope for Heart Donation Page. The kickoff assembly will take ... Continue reading "Jump Rope for Heart Kickoff Assembly and School Event"

School Talent Show – Tuesday, May 26 at 1:00 p.m.

Please join us for the Father John Kelly Talent Show on Tuesday, May 26 at 1:00 p.m.! Come celebrate the creativity and talent of our community as we showcase a collection of inspiring performances from our students in the Primary, Junior and Intermediate Divisions. Kindly RSVP by Friday, May 15 using the Google Form (click the link). Please note that all students will ... Continue reading "School Talent Show – Tuesday, May 26 at 1:00 p.m."