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Weekly Update: December 16-20, 2024
Today is the third Sunday of Advent, also known as Gaudete Sunday. We light the ‘Shepherd’s Candle’ which is pink because rose is the liturgical colour for joy. Gaudete Sunday is meant to remind us of the joy that the world experienced at the birth of Jesus, as well as the joy that we the faithful have reached at this midpoint of Advent.
Primary Christmas Concert (Kindergarten to Grade 3 Classes)
Weekly Update: December 9-13, 2024
Today is the second Sunday of Advent. The purple candle for this week is sometimes called the ‘Bethlehem’ candle, serving as a reminder of Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem. The light of this candle represents peace.
Dear Jesus, You entered our world on Christmas as the Prince of Peace. This Advent, as we strive to become the-best-version-of-ourselves, ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: December 9-13, 2024"
Weekly Update: December 2-6, 2024
Today is the first Sunday of Advent. Advent is a time of waiting in which we prepare our hearts for the birth of Jesus. During this season we are invited to slow down and take time to reflect on what the birth of Jesus means to us.
During this first week of Advent, we light the first purple candle on the Advent wreath. ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: December 2-6, 2024"
Weekly Update: November 25-29, 2024
Today is the Feast of Christ the King, the final Sunday of the church year. The message of this Feast is simple. “Our King is Christ!”
O Jesus, our Eternal King, reign in our hearts. O Jesus, Most Merciful King, reign in our hearts.
Halloween Fundraiser
Thank you to all families who ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: November 25-29, 2024"
Board News
John De Faveri Accepts Director of Education and Foundation Chair Position With the YCDSB
Dear York Catholic District School Board Students, Staff, Families and Community Members,
The Board of Trustees is pleased to announce that John De Faveri has accepted the position of Director of Education and Foundation Chair with the York Catholic District School Board.
We thank Mr. De Faveri for being our Interim Director for the past 11 months
... Continue reading "John De Faveri Accepts Director of Education and Foundation Chair Position With the YCDSB"The 2023-24 Director’s Annual Report Is Now Available
The 2023-24 school year was an incredible time for the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB). To help our community relive some of the YCDSB’s many accomplishments from this school year, we are happy to share the 2023-24 Director’s Annual Report.
In this beautifully designed report, you will see that we opened two new schools
... Continue reading "The 2023-24 Director’s Annual Report Is Now Available"Nominate Someone Special for the Distinguished Alumni Award
York Catholic District School Board alumni are truly outstanding. Through their God-given talents and social conscience, they constantly make the world a better place.
York Catholic recognizes some of its incredible alumni every year with the Distinguished Alumni Awards. This is a celebration of Catholic education and the people who have benefited from it.
If you
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