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Year End BBQ and Carnival

On Wednesday, June 21st from 4:30 pm – 8pm, we will have a year end BBQ and Carnival at St. Brendan CES. We’ll be celebrating as a school community and saying farewell to our Grade 6, 7, and 8 students as well as our French Immersion students.
Graduation Mass and Ceremony

Join us in celebrating mass to honour our Graduating Class of 2023 on Tuesday, June 13th at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mark’s Parish in Stouffville. The graduation ceremony will take place on June 22nd at Spring Lakes Golf Club at 6:30 p.m.
York Region Public Health Immunization Clinic – June 6th

On Tuesday, June 6th, York Region Public Health will be at St. Brendan CES for an in school immunization clinic for Hepatitis B, Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) and Meningococcal vaccines. A new consent form is not required for students who received vaccines at school in the fall of 2022.
For students who did not receive a vaccine at school in the fall, a ... Continue reading "York Region Public Health Immunization Clinic – June 6th"
Welcome to Kindergarten – June 8th

On Thursday, June 8th, we will welcome our new Kindergarten students and their families for the upcoming 2023/2024 school year. We are excited to meet our newest Gryphons as we get ready for September!
Bike to School Week – May 29th – June 2nd

Bike to School Week is a free and fun week long celebration across Ontario for kids of all ages and abilities. Students and staff are encouraged to ride their bikes to school and benefit from: improved physical and mental health, less pollution, reduced traffic and safer school zones. When cycling, remember to:
- wear a properly fitting helmet (every cyclist under the age ... Continue reading "Bike to School Week – May 29th – June 2nd"
Board News
2023 Distinguished Alumni Award Winners

The York Catholic District School Board is proud to announce its 2023 Distinguished Alumni Award winners. Each year, the Board selects six graduates who spent the majority of their formative years with YCDSB and who have gone on to make significant contributions in their respective careers and communities.
Every year new Distinguished Alumni on posters are widely distributed across York Region. ... Continue reading "2023 Distinguished Alumni Award Winners"
Update re: Possible Strike on Monday, Nov. 21

November 16, 2022
Dear Families of the York Catholic District School Board,
Earlier today CUPE served notice that they could resume their job action as soon as Monday, November 21, 2022.
In the event of a strike, York Catholic DSB will move to synchronous virtual learning on Monday. Schools will maintain their regular daily learning schedules. St. ... Continue reading "Update re: Possible Strike on Monday, Nov. 21"
COVID-19 Health and Safety Measures

The York Catholic District School Board worked closely with its partners at the Ministry of Education, York Region Public Health, and with Board staff to prepare for the return to school in September. By aligning our practices with their guidance, we are confident our schools will continue to be safe, inclusive places to learn and work throughout the 2022-2023 school year.