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School Year Calendar 2023-2024
Please find this year’s school calendar as found on the YCDSB website.
YCDSB’s Multi-Year Financial Recovery Plan
Dear York Catholic District School Board Families,
The Board of Trustees and Senior Team are dedicated to the sound financial management of the money entrusted to us by the public. Unfortunately, the York Catholic DSB has faced several financial challenges in recent years, including declining school enrolment in our elementary schools, inadequate funding for special education, and rising transportation and IT infrastructure costs. ... Continue reading "YCDSB’s Multi-Year Financial Recovery Plan"
YRP Presence at SBA for a Special Project
In December, York Regional Police invited St. Brother Andre CHS to participate in an exciting project for the Markham Museum called Everyday Heroes, a two-year exhibit that will feature a decommissioned police vehicle that will be cut in half by students who will be participating in this initiative. Uniformed officers will be present at school on Wednesday, starting January 22nd from 2:30-3:30pm until mid February. ... Continue reading "YRP Presence at SBA for a Special Project"
Pathways to Success: Course Selection and Planning Presentation
On Wednesday, January 8th at 7pm, the Administration and Guidance Department will be hosting the second annual Pathways to Success: Course Selection and Planning presentation. This presentation is for families with students who are currently in Grades 9-11. The initial plenary session will begin at 7pm in the cafeteria, followed by grade-specific breakout sessions. The plenary presentation will address some general consideration ... Continue reading "Pathways to Success: Course Selection and Planning Presentation"
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
On behalf of the students. staff and Administration at St. Brother Andre CHS, we wish you a truly joyous and Merry Christmas! May this sacred time of year bring you beautiful memories and time to reflect on the true reason for the season: the coming of Christ into the world and our lives, not just at Christmas but everyday.
We have much to ... Continue reading "Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!"
Applying to Specialty Programs for the 2025/2026 School Year?
If you are interested in apply to any specialty program at St. Brother Andre for the 2025/2026 school year, please refer to the document and links below:
French Immersion Program Google Form
A.P. Program Google Form and Application Fee
Board News
Extreme Cold Weather Tomorrow
Dear York Catholic District School Board Families,
The Weather Network forecasts that the temperature tomorrow morning will be -20 degrees Celsius, with wind chills approaching -30 degrees Celsius. York Region Public Health has issued an Extreme Cold Weather Warning, which is expected to remain in effect until Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
Student transportation will be running
... Continue reading "Extreme Cold Weather Tomorrow"YCDSB PA Day: Friday, January 31, 2025
In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s new 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 31, 2025.
Elementary Mathematics Teachers will deepen their understanding of the K-8 Mathematics curriculum by exploring assessment FOR learning,
... Continue reading "YCDSB PA Day: Friday, January 31, 2025"Extreme Cold Weather Information
We wanted to share some information to help you prepare your child for school on cold days.
The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) has an Extreme Weather Policy that puts in place steps to minimize, to the greatest extent possible, risks associated with extreme temperatures while supporting the Ministry of Education’s directive for daily physical
... Continue reading "Extreme Cold Weather Information"