April Newsletter
We are pleased to share the April Newsletter with you.
We are looking forward to many exciting events at St. Patrick this month.
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Year: 2024
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"
2024 Lenten Mass
On March 21, 2024 the York Catholic District School Board celebrated the third annual board-wide Lenten Mass of Renewal and Reconciliation. Livestreamed to the board’s 50,000 students, the Mass featured the talented students of St Edward Catholic Elementary School and St Brother Andre Catholic High School, in Markham, who performed the music and helped with the readings.
The celebrant was Bishop ... Continue reading "2024 Lenten Mass"
Welcome John De Faveri – Interim Director of Education
“Never miss an opportunity to do good.”
– 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"
Welcome February
Dear St. Patrick Families:
I hope that you a
re keeping well and hopeful during these winter days.
February is a busy month at St. Patrick CES. We welcome the following events this month: Term 2 Report Cards, Black Heritage Month, Lunar New Year, Winter Carnaval Theme Days, Valentine’s Day, Pancake Tuesday, Ash Wednesday, Family Day, Sports and Winter ... Continue reading "Welcome February"