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Halloween Day and Dance!
Friday, October 30 is our Halloween Dance! Children are invited to wear a Halloween Costume or dress in orange and black. Parents/Guardians, please ensure that your child’s costume does not depict violence and is appropriate for a Catholic school. As always, your child should not carry a replica weapon to school (i.e. sword/knife/gun, etc.). Make-up will be allowed as part of a costume; however, no ... Continue reading "Halloween Day and Dance!"
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty Fundraiser
As a Catholic learning community, we are dedicated to living the message of the Gospel by supporting those in need. On Thursday, October 15, all schools in the York Catholic District School Board join organizations across the globe in observing the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. Food insecurity is a growing reality in York Region and has become an obstacle to school attendance. ... Continue reading " International Day for the Eradication of Poverty Fundraiser"
Terry Fox Fundraiser
The 2026 Terry Fox school fundraiser was a great success! Father John Kelly Catholic Elementary School has generously donated $1,398.50 for cancer research in Terry’s name. The Terry Fox Foundation would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our wonderful school community for carrying on Terry’s legacy. With open hearts and big dreams, our school sets a shining example of what can be accomplished ... Continue reading "Terry Fox Fundraiser"
Thanksgiving Food Drive and St. Vincent de Paul Coat Drive
In support of the Vaughan Food Bank, Father John Kelly will once again be participating in its annual Thanksgiving Food Drive to provide temporary emergency food assistance to individuals and families in need. From Monday, September 28 to Friday, October 16, we will be collecting non-perishable food items. A list of urgently needed food items include: canned vegetables, canned fruit (in water or juice), canned ... Continue reading "Thanksgiving Food Drive and St. Vincent de Paul Coat Drive"
FJK Catholic School Council 2026-2027
Thank you to all our Parents/Guardians who attended our Catholic School Council Elections and First Meeting held on Wednesday, September 23 at 6:30 p.m. We are pleased to announce the 2026-2027 Father John Kelly Catholic School Council Executive:
Mimma Bucarelli – Co-Chair
Amanda Di Meo – Co-Chair
Annarita D’Archivio – Treasurer
Riccardo Romano – Secretary
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Board News
Thank You for Supporting Terry Fox Day
Across YCDSB, students and staff have been coming together to celebrate Terry Fox Day with Walk, Run and Roll events at our schools. Thank you to everyone who has taken part so far, and best wishes to the schools getting ready to hold their events in the coming weeks!
Every year, these events give our school communities a chance
... Continue reading "Thank You for Supporting Terry Fox Day"Preparing for the 2026-2027 School Year
The start of a new school year is an exciting time filled with new opportunities, friendships and experiences. Whether your child is beginning Kindergarten, moving to a new school, entering high school or preparing for their final year before graduation, the York Catholic District School Board looks forward to welcoming every student and family to our caring Catholic community.
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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 Wednesday, September 2 and Thursday, September 3, 2026
Please NoteThat the first day of school for kindergarten to grade 9 students
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