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This Week at SKTA Feb. 3 to 7/25
February Reflections: Feasts, Virtues, and Equity Events
Even though February is the shortest month of the year, it is marked by a number of religious and secular feasts. Perhaps this is a sign of human resilience in the face of a lingering winter!
The Liturgical CalendarFebruary is the Month of the Holy Family. February marks a period of Ordinary Time ... Continue reading "This Week at SKTA Feb. 3 to 7/25"
YCDSB’s Multi-Year Financial Recovery Plan

Dear York Catholic District School Board Families,
The Board of Trustees and Senior Team are dedicated to the sound financial management of the money entrusted to us by the public. Unfortunately, the York Catholic DSB has faced several financial challenges in recent years, including declining school enrolment in our elementary schools, inadequate funding for special education, and rising transportation and IT infrastructure costs. ... Continue reading "YCDSB’s Multi-Year Financial Recovery Plan"
This Week at SKTA – Jan.19/25
Inclement Weather Reminder: Please see last weeks (January 12) family email for further details on our school/board procedures
Kiss and Ride Update: New RoutineWe would like to share an important update regarding our Kiss and Ride routine to ensure the safety and efficiency of student drop-offs.
- Parking and Escorting Your Child:
- If you wish to
... Continue reading "This Week at SKTA – Jan.19/25"
This Week @ SKTA! (Jan 13 -17)
Safety Reminders for our St. Kateri families:
Kiss and Ride
We would kindly ask parents and guardians to park their car if they wish to escort their child(ren) to the gates of the school playground. All other parents using the Kiss and Ride are asked to proceed past the pylons in the Kiss & Ride lot and ... Continue reading "This Week @ SKTA! (Jan 13 -17)"
This Week @ SKTA (Nov. 24)
Attention St. Kateri Families,
Mark your calendars! The week of December 9th is Computer Science Education Week, and we’re excited to participate in the Hour of Code, a global initiative celebrating the power of computer science.
This is a wonderful opportunity for students to explore the world of coding, develop problem-solving skills, and spark creativity. If you would like to learn ... Continue reading "This Week @ SKTA (Nov. 24)"
Board News
School Buses Cancelled. Schools Remain Open. February 13, 2025
Due to inclement weather, student transportation to all YCDSB schools is cancelled for Thursday, February 13, 2025. Please read the following notes:
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Schools remain open
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For Parent(s)/Guardian(s) with children in Elementary Schools:
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Please use the Safe Arrival System if your child(ren) is absent due to inclement weather. Students
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Schools and the CEC Are Closed for Thursday, February 13, 2025

Extreme Cold Weather Tomorrow

Dear York Catholic District School Board Families,
The Weather Network forecasts that the temperature tomorrow morning will be -20 degrees Celsius, with wind chills approaching -30 degrees Celsius. York Region Public Health has issued an Extreme Cold Weather Warning, which is expected to remain in effect until Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
Student transportation will be running
... Continue reading "Extreme Cold Weather Tomorrow"