Month: January 2026

Celebrating Milestone Anniversaries Across YCDSB!

Each year, the York Catholic District School Board is proud to celebrate Milestone Anniversaries for schools across our system. These special occasions bring together students, parents, staff, former staff and alumni to reflect on the lasting impact our Catholic schools have had on the lives of individuals and families from yesterday, today and for generations to come.

Rooted

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Jennifer Sarna Appointed Interim Director of Education

January 9, 2026

Dear York Catholic District School Board Families,

On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I am pleased to announce that Jennifer Sarna has agreed to serve in the position of Interim Director of Education, effective immediately, while Director of Education John De Faveri is on a leave of absence.

Most recently,

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Paul Davis and Online Safety 101 for Parents at St. Giovanni Battista Scalabrini CES

Thank you to online safety expert, Mr. Paul Davis, for making himself available to the St. Giovanni Battista Scalabrini CES parent community. It was a wonder to behold to witness Paul go “All In” to educate and engage our parent community and get a 100 % commitment out of them to actively protect their children, to make informed choices and to be aware of what ... Continue reading "Paul Davis and Online Safety 101 for Parents at St. Giovanni Battista Scalabrini CES"

YCDSB P.A. Day: Friday, January 16, 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, January 16, 2026.

 

Elementary – Report Card Writing 

Elementary teachers will write report cards, which will

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