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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
Merry Christmas from the Staff of St. Elizabeth Seton
As we approach the Christmas break, we wish our staff, students, and families the peace that Christ gives. May this time be filled with hope, love, peace, and joy. We hope it provides a chance for rest and reflection, surrounded by family and friends.We also recognize that this time of year can be especially difficult for some families. May you be enveloped in God’s love ... Continue reading "Merry Christmas from the Staff of St. Elizabeth Seton"
Classroom Celebrations
This week some classes may have small classroom celebrations in anticipation of our Christmas break. A gentle reminder that students are not to share snacks at school. This is in an effort to ensure that students are not eating items that they may be allergic to. Please do not send treats of food with your child to school to give as gifts. If you are ... Continue reading "Classroom Celebrations"
Toppers Pizza – Holiday Heroes Campaign
Topper’s Pizza, one of our hot lunch vendors, is once again supporting the Holiday Heroes campaign to support the YRP’s Holiday Heroes toy drive initiative. Just like last year, Toppers Pizza will once again offer a free Smile Pizza for each unopened toy donated at the pizzeria towards this cause. Donations can be made at 17480 Yonge St, Newmarket, ON L3Y 8A8 on or before ... Continue reading "Toppers Pizza – Holiday Heroes Campaign"
French Immersion Registration
The application process for our Grade 1 French Immersion Program is underway. A gentle reminder that Online applications must be completed and submitted by January 22nd. If the number of applications exceeds the number of available openings, a public lottery process will be conducted at St. Elizabeth Seton CES. Applicants who apply after this date will be placed on a waitlist if applicable. ... Continue reading "French Immersion Registration"
Board News
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
... Continue reading "YCDSB P.A. Day: Friday, January 16, 2026"New Inclement Weather Zones
The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) is sharing the letter below from Student Transportation Services of York Region (STSYTR).
This letter provides information on new zones for cancelling student transportation due to inclement weather. Starting in January 2026, there will be two inclement weather zones in the YCDSB:
- The Georgina Service Area