York Catholic District School Board
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The York Catholic District School Board delivers publicly funded education to 51,000 students in 102 schools in York Region. This account is not monitored 24/7.
Joined April 2011
#ycdsbExcellence . Dr. Opiyo Oloya is a Superintendent and Author. As Principal, he staffed schools with a diversity lens. He was awarded an LLD by #YorkU for his humanitarian and social justice work in Africa. He inspires all students as a Black leader in education. #BHMycdsb
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Hats off to our amazing teachers, administrators, support staff, parents and students for making it through Day 1 of remote learning in 2021!
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Due to extremely cold temperatures, school bus transportation/taxi services are cancelled for today, Jan. 7. Schools will remain open.
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NEWS RELEASE: Congrats to these 3 @YCDSB students who graduated w/ a perfect 100% average! Congrats to all our #topscholars! 💯. (Left to right: Nicolas Palmar, Jitae (Savas) Kim & Adrian Li-How-Cheong). Read their story & view a FULL list of top scholars:
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NEWS RELEASE: The @YCDSB is announcing the retirement of its Director of Education @abfalconi, effective August 31, 2020. Thank you for your tireless work & significant contributions in leading our @YCDSB family. You will be missed. ❤️. Full news release:
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Happy Friday everyone! We hope everyone is doing well. We just wanted to share a quick message to let you know that we are always thinking about you. As much as we are apart, you're always close in our hearts and minds. We miss you. ❤️
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It's officially #CatholicEducationWeek! . To help kick off this week, how about this amazing collab by our elementary music teachers singing #HereComestheSun by @thebeatles for #MusicMonday as a dedication to their students. Enjoy! 🎶🎼.
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On this #WorldTeachersDay, a BIG thank you to our teachers for their commitment to ensure our students exp a faith-filled, safe & successful year. We’re grateful for all who’ve stepped up to the challenges that we face every day during this pandemic. They truly make a diff! ❤️
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The York Catholic District School Board offers prayers for the victims of the horrific attacks at Mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand. As a community we stand in solidarity with our Muslim brothers and sisters during this difficult time.
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Sending ❤️ to everyone during this extraordinary time. In support of our communities, we're doing our small part by lending our @YCDSB trucks to @YorkRegionGovt Public Health to deliver medical supplies to health clinics & hospitals, as needed. Take care, all!. Photocred @st_smal
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Happy #InternationalWomensDay to all the strong, independent women who continue to inspire us daily! 💪💪💪
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Please be advised that @ycdsb school transportation services are cancelled today due to inclement weather &/or poor road conditions. ALL schools remain OPEN. Please exercise discretion in deciding whether to send your child to school. Visit for more info.
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NOTICE: Due to inclement weather, all school buses have been cancelled for Tuesday, February 12. Schools will remain open. For further information on cancellations, please visit:
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#ATTN Parents/Guardians: Teachers are calling/emailing families today & tomorrow to say hello & assess your child's needs to #learnathome. If your child DOES NOT have access to a device, complete this form for the possibility of receiving access to one:
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Extremely cold temps forecasted for Tues could impact school bus/taxi services. Check media/YCDSB twitter for potential announcements in AM.
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Our thoughts and prayers go out to all those affected by the incident that took place in Toronto this afternoon involving a van and pedestrians.
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Due to inclement weather, all school buses have been cancelled for Monday, January 21. Schools will remain open.
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Due to inclement weather, all student transportations has been cancelled for Wednesday, February 6. Schools will remain open. For further information on cancellations, please visit:
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Happy Pride Month to our 2SLGBTQIA+ community and their loved ones. We love you. We see you. “We are all children of God, and God loves us as we are and for the strength that each of us fights for our dignity,” Pope Francis
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NOTICE: Due to inclement weather, all school buses have been cancelled for Wednesday, February 27, 2019. Schools will remain open. For further information on cancellations, please visit:
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Today is #BellLetsTalk. Let’s help continue the conversation surrounding mental health in efforts to #endthestigma. ❤️
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NOTICE: Due to inclement weather, all school transportation has been cancelled for Monday, February 25. Schools will remain open. For further information on cancellations, please visit:
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Be sure to check media/YCDSB Twitter/school & board websites Wed. morning for potential weather-related announcements about bus/taxi service.
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@YCDSB is pleased to announce the appointment of Domenic Scuglia as its new Director of Education, effective August 1, 2021. Seasoned educator and senior leader returns home; brings passion for student success, equity and human rights: @DomenicScuglia
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If CUPE goes on strike on Monday, October 7 all schools will be closed to students. As a precaution, please make alternate child care arrangements. Visit our website for more information
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Congratulations Siobhan! This award is presented to Superintendents who exhibit great enthusiasm and dedication in their roles as administrators, in their guidance to children throughout their educational process. Siobhan will be accepting this award at the CASSA Awards Ceremony.
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We are holding a Special Board Meeting (virtually) on August 10 at 7:30 pm to unveil our re-entry plan for the 2020-2021 school year. Families, students and community members are invited to view the meeting live. MORE INFO:.
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We pray for peace in Ukraine & throughout the world. "God of peace, You come to us in quiet and stillness; help us to know that you are there. May your gentleness surround us when we are afraid. When we are weary and tired, may we seek refuge in Your gentle and loving arms.
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In honour of the #Classof2020, our music teachers came together to perform "Go Light Your World." Our grads are equipped w/ the knowledge & skills they need to succeed as global citizens. Now you are ready to light up the world! #Congratulations! 🎓🎓🎓.
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In community with Original Peoples, YCDSB lowered flags in memory of 215 children who will never come home from Kamloops residential school. Our prayers are with residential school survivors and First Peoples affected by this tragedy. #everychildmatters #215children @fnmi_ycdsb.
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The 50th Anniversary Celebrations of the York Catholic District School Board have begun at St. David’s Church in Maple with Mass celebrated by His Eminence Cardinal Thomas Collins #ycdsb50 #CatholicTO #CatholicEducationWeek @abfalconi @drmazzotta333 @archtoronto @CatholicEdu
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In these extraordinary times, our front-line workers, family & loved ones are always on our minds. As a tribute to them, we would like to say a Novena prayer to St. Brother Andre beginning today at 9 am, for the next 9 days. ❤️. Please join us as we unite in this prayer. 🙏
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📢NEWS RELEASE: . The York Catholic District School Board appoints Mary Battista as new Interim Director, effective September 1, 2020. For more information, please read the news release: .
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Please be advised that @YCDSB school transportation services are cancelled TODAY due to inclement weather &/or poor road conditions. ALL schools remain OPEN. Please exercise discretion in deciding whether to send your child to school. Visit for more info.
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Please be advised that school transportation is cancelled Tues., Jan. 18 due to inclement weather. Schools are closed. Do not send your child to school. Students will learn remotely through their teachers’ virtual classrooms. Visit for more information.
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We continue to pray for peace in Ukraine and for loved ones who are directly affected.
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Good morning everyone. Phase 2 of our Distance Learning begins today! Remember, if you have any questions, please reach out to your teachers. We’re here to support all students to continue their learning at home. ❤️. Have a wonderful day.
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Congratulations to one of our 2006 Distinguished Alumni Dina Pugliese on your incredible work as BT Morning Show host! You continue to make York Catholic incredibly proud! Good luck & God bless in your next adventure.
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On Remembrance Day and always, we honour the bravery & sacrifices of our Canadian heroes - both our veterans & those who continue to serve our country. We thank them for their service. #LestWeForget #Canadaremembers . Photo courtesy of @smiycdsb.
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School bus transportation/taxi services are cancelled for today, Feb. 5. Schools will remain open.
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All school bus, minivan and taxi transportation for the YCDSB have been cancelled for today December 11th. Schools remain open.
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School Transportation is cancelled today. For a complete list of program and service cancellations for today, see:
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#ycdsbExcellence. Principal Siobhan Wright, holds a strong desire to see students achieve. Her work extends beyond her school to leading YCDSB's anti-Black racism pillar and provincial workshops. She is committed to celebrating #BlackExcellence beyond Black History Month. 2/2
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Today marks the First Sunday of Advent. Many blessings to everyone as we head into the new litugical year.
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#HappyThanksgiving to our amazing @YCDSB family! On behalf of all of us, we'd like to say a big thank you to our families, students & staff for their continued patience & understanding throughout these unprecedented times. You rock! Wishing you a wonderful & safe long weekend. ❤️
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Due to heavy snow expected overnight, student transportation is cancelled for tomorrow (Thursday, January 26). Buses are cancelled, schools remain open
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Aaand that's a wrap, everyone - the end of the 2019-20 school year! We've had our ups & downs this year due to COVID-19, but you never let it get you down!. We are so proud of all that you accomplished this year & we're going to miss you! Have a safe & blessed summer! ☀️❤️☀️
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While we practice social distancing, it is important to continue to recognize the importance of being truly present to one another, in other ways. Feel free to adapt this prayer in your household and may God bless you always. ❤️🙏.
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"In Catholic Education, we need to get at the centre (of our hearts) to see what matters. The Lord says the most important thing is to love the Lord your God w/ your heart & soul, & to love your neighbour." - Cardinal Thomas Collins. ❤️. @archtoronto
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The Premier of Ontario @fordnation has announced that schools will NOT be reopening on May 4, but that does not mean the school year is cancelled. The Minister of Education @Sflecce will provide more details in the coming days. Follow @YCDSB for the latest updates.
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Alleluia, Christ Is Risen! The York Catholic District School Board wishes you a very happy and safe Easter: #Easter2021 #Easter
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Although it has not started snowing yet, @YCDSB has made the difficult decision to cancel student transportation for today (Thursday, Dec. 15) due to unknown road conditions during this afternoon's commute. Buses are cancelled, schools remain open
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Two new Superintendents of Education @YCDSB sworn in during Special Board Meeting tonight - @RocchinaAntunes for elementary schools in Area 4 & @JoelChiutsi for secondary schools in the north half of the region. Congratulations and welcome Rocchina and Joel!!
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We hope you enjoyed your holidays but don’t forget, school resumes tomorrow. See you tomorrow bright and early!
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#ycdsbExcellence . Joel Chiutsi is an exemplary Principal at Fr. Michael McGivney CA. He leads with integrity & compassion, works to dismantle anti-Black racism, maximizes staff talents, and is a model of Christ in his service to students with special needs. @FMMtweets.#BHMycdsb
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REMINDER: Tonight, we will join people from around the world by switching off our lights in support of nature and our 🌎 at 8:30 pm for #EarthHour. Let's do it for our home. 💙
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Here's another surprise for you on the last week of school - a message from our secondary students & teachers - Don't Stop Believin'. Hold on to that feeelingg! 🎶❤️. It's been an eventful year but your spirits never faltered. That's the @YCDSB spirit! 👊.
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#ycdsbExcellence. Recently retired Principal of St. Br. Andre CHS, Melton Moyo's known for outstanding leadership and community involvement. He fundraised and organized scholarships, created & implemented #BlackExcellence workshops for high school students. #BHMycdsb.@SBAtoday
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In May, we honour Mary, Mother of God and Mother of the Church. We give thanks for the gift of moms who model selfless love. We remember all moms including those who have passed and those who are unable to be with us today. We acknowledge women who mother children not their own.
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As the second week of Advent begins, we light the candle of peace as we welcome peace into our hearts and minds, forever and always. May you all have a blessed second week of Advent.
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Please be advised that school transportation services are cancelled today due to inclement weather. All @ycdsb schools are closed. Do not send your child to school. Students will pivot to asynchronous remote learning. Visit for more information.
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Today is #WorldAutismAwarenessDay. April is also #WorldAutismMonth. Let's show our support by raising awareness & celebrate their contributions. Join us as we help inspire a kinder, more inclusive world. 👊🙌❤️. #TBT to these lovely autism awareness buttons made by @CMS_ycdsb.
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Today is Early Childhood Educators' Day! A big thank you to all our early childhood educators who do an amazing job caring and educating young children each and every day! We appreciate you!
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REMINDER - When an inclement weather day is declared school transportation is cancelled and schools are closed. The decision is made at 6 am - check or to find out
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Good morning everyone!. Welcome to week 8 of distance learning. Here’s a gentle reminder for all of you - you’re doing an awesome job! Keep up the great work. Keep #IgnitingHope! 💪👏🙌
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York Catholic DSB schools will be closed to students on Friday, November 4 for the health, safety and well-being of our students and staff. You can learn more here:
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Today on Sunday, September 13, we honour #FirefightersNationalMemorialDay. In honour of our heroes, all @YCDSB schools & the Catholic Education Centre will lower flags at half-mast.
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The York Catholic District School Board offers prayers for the victims of this morning’s attacks at churches and hotels in Colombo, Sri Lanka. #CatholicTO #SriLanka.
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NEWS RELEASE: We are so proud to announce that our very own @ccarterchs student, Emanuel Piccinnini, is the recipient of the prestigious @SchulichLeaders scholarship worth $100K for his academic excellence in #STEM. Congrats, Emanuel!. FULL STORY ⬇️:.
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Today is National School Principals' Day. On May 1, we celebrate, acknowledge and thank the Principals and Vice-Principals who lead our schools every day. Thank you for supporting staff, students and their families, especially during this pandemic. #Thank You.#NationalPVPDay
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Wishing all of our students a safe and happy #SummerVacation! .Congratulations to our Graduating Class of 2019 - Best wishes on your journey ahead!
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Sept. 30 is #OrangeShirtDay, a movement that began in 2013 as a way to recognize the experience of Indigenous people who survived residential schools. On Sept. 30, please wear an orange shirt to honour Indigenous people & to show a commitment to the idea that #everychildmatters.
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#HappyCanadaDay, everyone!. 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦. Wishing everyone a safe & blessed day as we celebrate Canada's 153rd birthday! 🥳🎇🎆
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Today is the Transgender Day of Visibility. It is a day dedicated to raising awareness of discrimination faced by transgender people and celebrating their many contributions to our communities.
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Flags at our Markham schools are at half-mast to mark the tragic loss of 10 yr old Julianna Kozis. Our thoughts & prayers are with the Kozis family, the friends & families of the other victims, and all those who have been impacted by the tragedy on the Danforth. #TorontoStrong.
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The York Catholic District School Board wishes everyone a blessed Holy Thursday/Maundy Thursday as we continue our journey through this holy week. 🙏. In honour of this day, we share this prayer with all of you:
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The York Catholic DSB community prays for the soul of Queen Elizabeth II and for all those who mourn her. Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord,.and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen.
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St. Elizabeth CHS will be closed Jan 6-12 due to fire. All school bldgs will be closed. Target reopening Jan 13. See school website 4 update.
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