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Gr. 8 to 9 St. Robert Pre-IB Program Application Process
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Gr. 8 to 9 St. Robert Pre-IB Program Application Process
Please see the appropriate graphic for the application process for the INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) PROGRAM.
Current YCDSB Gr. 8 students – Green Infographic
Non YCDSB Gr. 8 students – Blue Infographic
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YCDSB’s Multi-Year Financial Recovery Plan
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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"
Gr. 8 to 9 Registration for the Academic Program
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Gr. 8 to 9 Registration for the Academic Program
Please see the appropriate graphic for the registration process for the ACADEMIC PROGRAM.
Current YCDSB Gr. 8 students – Gray Infographic
Non YCDSB Gr. 8 students – Pink Infographic
Notes: ... Continue reading "Gr. 8 to 9 Registration for the Academic Program"
Grade 8 Open House 2024
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We are excited for you to join us at our upcoming Gr. 8 Open House Events!
Nov. 5, 2024 – Academic Open House
- Plenary Session, 6:30pm
- Tour the School
- Learn about the registration process
Nov. 26, 2024 – IB Open House
- Plenary Session, 6:30pm ... Continue reading "Grade 8 Open House 2024"
P.A. Day Disclosure: Monday, October 21, 2024
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Monday, October 21, 2024, will be a P.A. Day in York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) elementary and secondary schools.
In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s Regulation 304, “School Year Calendar, Professional Activity Days,” the YCDSB is providing the following summary of staff activities for the P.A. Day on Monday, October 21, 2024.
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TERRY FOX WALK-A-THON & TURKEY TROT
Friday, October 11th, 2024- Period 1
St. Robert CHS will once again, proudly support The Terry Fox Foundation in its ongoing work to fund innovative and progressive cancer research programs.
In the past 21 years our school has raised over $400,000 towards this worthwhile cause. We’re asking for your ... Continue reading "Come out to support the Annual Terry Fox Walk & Turkey Trot!"
Board News
Extreme Cold Weather Tomorrow
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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
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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
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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
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