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Weekly Update: April 29 – May 3, 2024
Today is the 5th Sunday of Easter. In the Gospel reading, Jesus says that he is the vine and we are the branches. This is meant to help us understand that Jesus is the source of love and life, that we are connected to him and to one another, and that whenever we act with love and kindness, he is with us.
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Weekly Update: April 22-26, 2024
Today is the Fourth Sunday of Easter, also called Good Shepherd Sunday.
In the Gospel reading, Jesus describes his relationship with his followers as similar to the relationship between a good shepherd and his sheep. Just as a good shepherd takes risks to protect and care for his sheep, Jesus gave up his life for us. This Gospel reading reminds us ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: April 22-26, 2024"
Weekly Update: April 15-19, 2024
Today is the Third Sunday of Easter.
In today’s Gospel reading, the two disciples told the eleven and their companions what had happened on the road to Emmaus and how Jesus had been known to them in the breaking of the bread. While they were talking about this, Jesus himself stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.” Although they ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: April 15-19, 2024"
Weekly Update: April 8-12, 2024
Today is the Second Sunday of Easter, also known as Divine Mercy Sunday.
The Gospel is about Jesus’ appearance to the disciples after his resurrection. Thomas did not believe that Jesus was actually present among them until Thomas put his hands in Jesus’ wounds. Sometimes we are like Thomas, finding it difficult to believe in how strong God’s love is. ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: April 8-12, 2024"
Weekly Update: April 1-5, 2024
Christ is Risen! Alleluia!
Happy Easter! I pray that you and your family enjoyed a joyful Easter filled with many blessings and graces.
“This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad!”
Let us open our hearts during these next fifty days to encounter our Risen Lord and deepen our faith in ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: April 1-5, 2024"
Board News
Monday, April 8: Shortened Day for Solar Eclipse
On Monday, April 8, 2024, a full solar eclipse will occur in southern Ontario, which will block the sun’s light in some areas.
In York Region, we will experience the effects of the eclipse between roughly 2:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m., which coincides with the scheduled dismissal times for our schools. Looking at the sun during this time period has the ... Continue reading "Monday, April 8: Shortened Day for Solar Eclipse"
Welcome John De Faveri – Interim Director of Education
– St. Francis de Sales
February 12, 2024
Dear York Catholic District School Board Community,
I want to take this opportunity to introduce myself and express how delighted I am to return to the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) as Interim Director of Education.
My career started ... Continue reading "Welcome John De Faveri – Interim Director of Education"
YCDSB Director of Education Domenic Scuglia Announces Retirement After Outstanding Teaching Career
York Catholic District School Board Director of Education Domenic Scuglia will retire after a 41-year career promoting equity, excellence and faith in two Canadian provinces.
“The Board of Trustees is grateful for Domenic Scuglia’s many contributions to the YCDSB, in particular for creating stability in our school board during the difficult days near the end of the pandemic,” said Chair of ... Continue reading "YCDSB Director of Education Domenic Scuglia Announces Retirement After Outstanding Teaching Career"