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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"
Pediculosis Awareness
Dear Parents and Guardians,
The York Catholic District School Board understands that head lice can be a concern for students and families. While head lice do not cause illness or pose a public health risk, they can be uncomfortable and spread easily.
To help prevent pediculosis (head lice) from becoming a problem at our school, we all need to work together: ... Continue reading "Pediculosis Awareness"
SRWS EQAO Results
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are pleased to provide you with achievement highlights of our school’s results on the provincial EQAO Test taken last spring. We will be reviewing our detailed EQAO results along with other school assessment data to build on our strengths and address areas requiring improvement. Students who participated in the assessment received their individual results in ... Continue reading "SRWS EQAO Results"
Sir Richard W. Scott EQAO
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are pleased to provide you with achievement highlights of our school’s results on the provincial EQAO Test taken last spring. We will be reviewing our detailed EQAO results along with other school assessment data to build on our strengths and address areas requiring improvement. Students who participated in the assessment received their individual results in December. For more ... Continue reading "Sir Richard W. Scott EQAO"
Head Lice (Pediculosis) Awareness
Dear Parents and Guardians,
The York Catholic District School Board understands that head lice can be a concern for students and families. While head lice do not cause illness or pose a public health risk, they can be uncomfortable and spread easily.
To help prevent pediculosis (head lice) from becoming a problem at our school, we all need to work together: ... Continue reading "Head Lice (Pediculosis) Awareness"
Spring Fling Dance-a-thon Fundraiser
Get ready for a fun filled week of musical activities starting Monday, March 23rd, 2026 ending Friday, March 27th, 2026 with our School Dance-a-thon! This fun-filled week of music and school spirit will help raise funds to directly support and enrich our students’ learning success.
How Your Support Helps
This year we have set a goal to raise $7500-$10,000 to assist ... Continue reading "Spring Fling Dance-a-thon Fundraiser"
Board News
Free Session for Families: The Future of AI in Education
The York Catholic Parent Involvement Committee (YCPIC) invites the York Catholic community to learn more about the future of AI in education through an interactive training session on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 from 7-9 p.m. at the Catholic Education Centre (320 Bloomington Road, Aurora).
The session led by Curtis Carmichael will help parents and guardians increase their digital literacy and build practical
... Continue reading "Free Session for Families: The Future of AI in Education"YCDSB Placed Under Supervision by Minister of Education
On Thursday, March 5, 2026, the Minister of Education placed the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) under supervision. While under supervision, all decisions that would normally be made by trustees, with the exception of denominational matters, will now be made by the appointed Supervisor, Carrie Kormos.
You can read a letter from the Minister of Education by clicking
... Continue reading "YCDSB Placed Under Supervision by Minister of Education"Updated History Curriculum for the 2026-27 School Year
The Minister of Education has approved updates to the Grades 7, 8, and 10 History curriculum, which will take effect in the 2026-27 school year.
These updates are described by the Ministry of Education as:
Students will learn about significant contributions of Black individuals and communities to Canada’s foundation as a nation, and the obstacles they faced in
... Continue reading "Updated History Curriculum for the 2026-27 School Year"