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Terra Cotta Cookie Fundraiser
This year the Grade 8 students will be embarking on their annual Overnight Grade 8 Grad Trip at the end of the year. In an effort to reduce the cost of the trip, a fundraising committee has been established with the help of many dedicated and enthusiastic Grade 8 students. For the month of November, the fundraising committee will be selling frozen cookie dough drops! ... Continue reading "Terra Cotta Cookie Fundraiser"
Father John Kelly Christmas Market – Friday, November 28
On Friday, November 28, join us for a festive evening at the Father John Kelly Christmas Market from 5:00 p.m.to 9:00 p.m., where the spirit of the season comes alive! Enjoy browsing a wonderful variety of local vendors, perfect for finding unique holiday gifts and treats. Bring the whole family to experience the warmth, joy and community that make this event so special. We look ... Continue reading "Father John Kelly Christmas Market – Friday, November 28"
Anti-Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week—Babarinde Williams Presentation
Monday, November 17 to Friday, November 21 will be having Anti-Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week at Father John Kelly. During this week, students and staff will highlight the importance of bullying, prevention and intervention. On Thursday, November 27, Father John Kelly welcomes back Mr. Babarinde Williams for a school presentation entitled “All Different All Equal” in support of Anti-Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week. Mr. Williams ... Continue reading "Anti-Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week—Babarinde Williams Presentation"
French Immersion Parent Information Night at Blessed Trinity
A parent information night will be held on Monday, December 1 at 7:00 p.m. at Blessed Trinity C.E.S. for parents/guardians of students currently in Year 2 of Kindergarten interested in the French Immersion Program. The program begins in Grade 1 (September 2026). French Immersion programs are designed to provide non-francophone children with a high degree of proficiency in the French language. While any exposure to ... Continue reading "French Immersion Parent Information Night at Blessed Trinity"
Progress Reports (Grades 1 TO 8) and Communication of Learning (Initial Observations – FDK)
Our school will be delivering Progress Reports (Grades 1 to 8) and Communication of Learning (Initial Observations—FDK) on Tuesday, November 18. Due to unexpected technical issues with the vendor our school board uses for electronic report card delivery, we will not be able to provide Progress Reports electronically via the Parent Portal. As a result, all student progress reports will be sent home in hard ... Continue reading "Progress Reports (Grades 1 TO 8) and Communication of Learning (Initial Observations – FDK)"
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P.A. Day Disclosure: Friday, November 21, 2025
Friday, November 21, 2025, will be a P.A. Day in York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) elementary and secondary schools. The YCDSB is providing the following summary of staff activities for the P.A. Day.
At elementary and secondary schools, parent-teacher interviews will be available in the morning. Schools will provide information on booking an interview.
Educators
... Continue reading "P.A. Day Disclosure: Friday, November 21, 2025"2025 COMMUNITY CONSULTATIONS
YCDSB is inviting members of the school community, including students,parents/guardians, staff, and community organizations, to engage in consultations to help us better understand the students and communities we serve and to identify any potential gaps and/or barriers to student success, as per YCDSB’s Student Census.
The session(s) will focus on hearing directly from students, parents/guardians, staff,and community organizations
... Continue reading "2025 COMMUNITY CONSULTATIONS"International Day for the Eradication of Poverty Fundraiser
On Friday, October 17, our schools will join people from around the world in marking the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. As a Catholic learning community, we are called to be the hands of Christ in our community.
To answer this call, the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) has started the annual tradition of fundraising on the
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