Year: 2021

Head Lice Information

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The York Catholic District School Board recognizes concerns related to pediculosis (head lice) at the school and community level.  Pediculosis (head lice) are not a public hazard, as they do not cause illness, but they are a nuisance.  To prevent pediculosis (head lice) from becoming a problem at our school we all need to work together.  Please check your child’s head on ... Continue reading "Head Lice Information"

Catholic School Council First Meeting and Elections

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Welcome back to a new year to be shared with our Catholic School Council here at St. Francis Xavier!
Nominations for council are now complete and I have included as well our new Teacher Representatives for the year.
Meetings will be shared virtually again this year and I have heard back from some of you that Wednesday evenings would work best. ... Continue reading "Catholic School Council First Meeting and Elections"

Terry Fox Run 2021

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Here we go again! Tomorrow is going to bring us lots of sunshine as we demonstrate our courage – just like Terry! We have the power to walk and run around the school while remembering the greatest athlete of all!  At St. Francis Xavier School, we’re doing a great job at our Terry Fox School Run! We’ve raised $485.00 for our Terry Fox School Run. ... Continue reading "Terry Fox Run 2021"

Youth who are new to Canada are invited to attend school orientation programs

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Virtual programs help newcomers adapt and learn about York Catholic schools

The York Catholic District School Board, in partnership with Catholic Community Services of York Region and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada is proud to offer two school orientation programs for newcomers to Canada. Newcomer students and their parents who moved to Canada in 2021 or 2020, as well as ESL/ELL  students are strongly encouraged ... Continue reading "Youth who are new to Canada are invited to attend school orientation programs"

School Transportation Information for the New School Year

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STSYR oversees school transportation for the York Catholic District School Board

Student Transportation Services of York Region (STSYR) is the transportation consortium for the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) and the York Region District School Board (YRDSB). STSYR provides service to more than 56,000 students in 300+ schools, covering more than 90,000 kilometers daily. STSYR works closely with school bus ... Continue reading "School Transportation Information for the New School Year"