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Christmas Spirit Week
During the week of December 15-19th, Sir Richard W. Scott will have daily themed days.
Monday December 15th: Holiday Bling Day where students wear their bright accessories (necklaces, socks, earrings, suspenders)
Tuesday December 16th: Dress Like A Candy Cane Day where students wear red, white, green. Primary Christmas concert at 1:30pm in gymnasium. Parents are welcome.
Wednesday December 17th: ... Continue reading "Christmas Spirit Week"
Safe Arrival & Dismissal
The safety of all of our students is paramount. Please review the following procedures to ensure Safe Arrival and Dismissal. We are asking all parents and family members who use our designated parking to proceed with caution and care.
Before School Day Procedures
- Supervision begins at 8:45 am at this time students can be dropped off to the back pavement ... Continue reading "Safe Arrival & Dismissal"
Welcome Prayer
We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, which is the first day of school for students.
As we embark on this journey together:
Gracious God, as we come to you at the beginning of this academic year with our many feelings, expectations, and hopes help us to remember and be comforted that you will always be with ... Continue reading "Welcome Prayer"
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
Advent Mass
We look forward to our Advent Mass with Father Rick from Blessed Ozanam Parish on December 11, 2005. This will take place in the gymnasium at 1:30pm. Parents are welcome.
Christmas Photo Day
We are excited to announce that the students at Sir Richard W. Scott CES will have an opportunity to take Christmas photographs on Tuesday, December 2nd, in the morning.
Students have the opportunity to take an individual and/or sibling photograph. Please complete the order form that was sent home and return to your child’s classroom teacher by Monday, December 1st, 2025
2025 Transition to High School: Information Session
Transition to High School: In-Person Parent/Guardian Information Session
For parents/guardians of students in grades 7 and 8 who are currently accessing Special Education supports
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 Event Details: Catholic Education Centre- 320 Bloomington Rd W, Aurora 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm (Wednesday, December 10,
... Continue reading "2025 Transition to High School: Information Session"Bully Prevention & Intervention
Sir Richard W. Scott recognizes that a whole-school approach to engaging the school community will help the School’s efforts to address inappropriate behaviour. Please see attached plan for the year ahead.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CdaejLM6QbB1aR1ATGDGCVon2b1cONMXwCq4YMJ_Yuc/edit?usp=sharing
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