St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Elementary School
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Dear York Catholic DSB Families,
Due to inclement weather expected later in the day, student transportation is cancelled for today (Wednesday, February 18, 2026) for all of York Region. Schools remain open.
Please note that Ash Wednesday liturgies are cancelled. Schools will organize a “Beginning of Lent” liturgy at a
... Continue reading "Inclement Weather Day: February 18, 2026"On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, the Board of Trustees and the Senior Team held a Special Board Meeting to share information about their response to the Minister of Education regarding his financial and governance questions of the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB).
At the Special Board Meeting, YCDSB trustees and staff explained that we are on
... Continue reading "The YCDSB Responds to the Minister of Education"This month we recognize and celebrate the histories, contributions, and achievements of Black communities in Canada and around the world. This month provides an important opportunity for schools to honour Black excellence, resilience, and leadership, while engaging students in meaningful learning about anti-Black racism, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
This year’s theme is 30 Years of Black History Month: Honouring Black Brilliance Across Generations ... Continue reading "Black History Month – School Mental Health Ontario"
Absence/late letters were sent home to some of our SES families last week. This is an opportunity, should it be needed, for the school and home to work together to support attendance and families who may be in need to access some of the YCDSB services. Continued absences have a negative effect on a child’s academic progress. The more a student is away, the further ... Continue reading "Absence/Late Letters"
Rare Disease Day is observed every year on 28 February (or 29 in leap years)—the rarest day of the year. Over 6000 rare diseases are characterized by a broad diversity of disorders and symptoms that vary not only from disease to disease, but also from patient to patient suffering from the same disease.
All YCDSB students in Grades 7 – 12 use myBlueprint for high school planning, course selections and exploring pathway options. The myBlueprint platform helps students discover their interests, set goals, and plan for transitions from elementary to secondary school. Kindly link on the following resources for more information. Family myBlueprint Flyer and New YCDSB Family Resource Site
... Continue reading "Supports and Resources for Grade 7 & 8 Pathway Planning"
