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November Virtue Recipients
Please join us in congratulating our November Virtue Recipients for the virtue of Justice.
VIRTUE OF THE MONTH: November – Justice
As part of York Region’s Character Community, the YCDSB celebrates a virtue or character attribute every month. In November we celebrated the virtue of Justice. This is one of the virtues that Jesus modeled through his words and deeds. ... Continue reading "November Virtue Recipients"
October – Virtue Recipients
Please join us in congratulating our October Virtue Recipients for the virtue of Compassion.
VIRTUE OF THE MONTH: October
As part of York Region’s Character Community, the YCDSB celebrates a virtue or character attribute every month. In October we celebrated the virtue of compassion. In Luke’s Gospel we read, “Be compassionate as God is compassionate.” (Luke 6:17) Although we might first ... Continue reading "October – Virtue Recipients"
EQAO Webinar for Parents
EQAO is offering a live webinar where they will present the results of the 2022-2023 Primary (Grade 3) and Junior (Grade 6) Assessments of Reading, Writing and Mathematics. The session will also explain how Ontario’s large-scale assessments are administered. Parents will also learn about the latest research and resources available on eqao.com. The session is approximately 45 minutes, followed by a live Q&A with EQAO ... Continue reading "EQAO Webinar for Parents"
2026 Registration for Kindergarten at YCDSB is Open
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey of learning and growth for your child? The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) offers a welcoming and nurturing Kindergarten program designed to spark curiosity, build confidence and inspire a love for learning rooted in faith.
At YCDSB, your child will benefit from:
- A safe, inclusive and
Sharing & Caring Drive
St. Matthew’s is proud to continue our annual Caring and Sharing Drive assisting many seniors in our community. We are kindly asking families for essential items to fill gift bags for local seniors. Thank you to all our students, teachers, and families for your continued support of this important initiative. Your kindness and generosity exemplify the spirit of giving that defines our school community. A ... Continue reading "Sharing & Caring Drive"
Advent Mass
Please join us for our school Advent Mass Thursday, December 4th @ 1:30pm. Father Marko will lead us in prayer along with Ms Lee’s class.
2025 Transition to High School: Information Session
Transition to High School: In-Person Parent/Guardian Information Session
For parents/guardians of students in grades 7 and 8 who are currently accessing Special Education supports
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 Event Details: Catholic Education Centre- 320 Bloomington Rd W, Aurora 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm (Wednesday, December 10,
... Continue reading "2025 Transition to High School: Information Session"Eradication of Poverty Fundraiser
Our Second Annual Loonie/Toonie Day Fundraiser in support of International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, takes place on Thursday, October 17. We encourage students to participate in this initiative by having a Pajama Day in exchange for a donation.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation and support of this initiative. Together, we can make a meaningful contribution to raising awareness and ... Continue reading "Eradication of Poverty Fundraiser"
Board News
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,
... Continue reading "Jennifer Sarna Appointed Interim Director of Education"Inclement Weather Day: January 6, 2026
Dear York Catholic DSB Families,
Due to expected freezing rain this afternoon, student transportation is cancelled for today (Tuesday, January 6, 2026) in all York Region student transportation zones. As a result:
- Schools remain open
- For Parent(s)/Guardian(s) with children in Elementary Schools:
- Please use
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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