The Virtue of the month for January is Unity
“Christ always gives his Church the gift of unity, but the Church must always pray and work to maintain, reinforce, and perfect the unity that Christ calls her to live. This is why Jesus himself prayed at the hour of his Passion, and did not cease praying to God, for the unity of his disciples: ‘That they may all be one. As you, Father, are in me and I am in you, may they also be one in us, . . . so that the world may know that you have sent me.’ The desire to recover the unity of all Christians is a gift of Christ and a call of the Holy Spirit.”
Prayer for Unity
God of harmony and unity,
You want us all to work together to build your kingdom.
May our ears hear your voice clearly
May our eyes see your beauty in all
May our understanding break down walls of fear and prejudice.
May we make our school
a place of friendship
a place of belonging
a place of welcome.
where everyone feels safe.
where everyone has a place where all are united in You, dear God.
Kindergarten Registration for September 2024 is now open
Parents and guardians can start to register their child online at: www.ycdsb.ca/admissions
Starting Kindergarten is an exciting time in a young child’s life, filled with new experiences and opportunities to learn and grow. Kindergarten registration at the York Catholic District School Board is now open for the 2023-24 school year that starts in September.
York Catholics Kindergarten program teaches children through inquiry and play-based learning methods. Teachers and Early Childhood Educators work together in Kindergarten classrooms to support the unique needs of each child.
Children explore their world through play and real-life experiences. In York Catholic’s Kindergarten program, students actively engage in problem-solving and inquiry in an atmosphere that fosters fun and cooperation. The Kindergarten program helps children develop a solid foundation for their future learning and growth by supporting their spiritual development and enhancing their social, emotional, cognitive, language and academic skills in a faith-filled, safe, caring, nurturing and fun environment.
Parents and/or guardians can register their child for Kindergarten online at www.ycdsb.ca/admissions or in person at the school, and will need to upload/present the supporting documents listed below, following their online registration submission. Parents of students currently attending Junior Kindergarten at a York Catholic school do not need to re-register for Senior Kindergarten.
Parents and/or guardians can look up the Kindergarten program in their area by using York Catholics online school locator at locator.ycdsb.ca, or by calling the Admissions Department at 905-713-2711 or 416-221-5050.
The following supporting documents are needed to register for Kindergarten:
∙ A baptismal certificate from a Roman Catholic Church or a Catholic Church in Communion with the Holy See of Rome (child or parent)
∙ Proof of child’s age
∙ Proof of status in Canada
∙ Proof of residency
∙ Proof of Separate School Support (e.g. MPAC Assessment Notice, or a completed Direction of School Support)
To learn more about York Catholic’s Kindergarten program, please visit: JK Registration flyer
Early Facilitation for Kindergarten Students Information
Early Facilitation Parent Information Evening Flyer
Kiss-N-Ride/ Bus Safety Information:
Parents and guardians who wish to escort their child(ren) to the gates of the school playground must park their car. All other parents using the Kiss and Ride are asked to proceed past the pylons in the lot and pull over to the curb by the Kindergarten yard to drop off their child(ren).
Catholic School Council News
The Catholic School Council tab on our school website contains information regarding the council minutes, meeting agendas, and its members. The webpage can be accessed from the following link. (https://kta.ycdsb.ca/)
Our next Catholic School Council meetings will take place January 15, 2024 @ 7pm.
3D Printer to be used by the Intermediate Division
We are excited to announce that our Intermediate division is participating in the YCDSB 3D printer borrowing program. This program offers students an opportunity to learn how to work and program a 3D printer. The students will be using a Dremel Digilab 3D45 printer. This unique learning opportunity will help further develop our students’ global competencies. We are so excited to see what our students create utilizing the Dremel Digilab 3D45 printer.
Digital Discipleship
Please find attached the YCDSB Digital Discipleship, Student Use of Technology policy We would kindly ask families to review the policy with their children to ensure we continue to be respectful digital disciples.
Policy311-Digital Discipleship Student Use.pdf
Parent/ Family Evening January 31
The St. Kateri Tekakwitha CES, San Lorenzo Ruiz CES, St. Julia Billiart CES, and All Saints CES communities are invited to attend an exciting Parent Engagement Evening which will be hosted at St. Julia Billiart CES on Wednesday, January 31st at 6:45 p.m. Our guest speaker for the evening is the inspiring Spider Jones, who will share his insights and experiences, offering motivation and encouragement as we kickoff Black Heritage Month in each of our school communities. Spider Jones has invited students to accompany their parents to this event to hear his inspiring story, and help us truly celebrate Black Excellence in our greater learning community. To learn more about Spider’s story and presentation, please Click Here.
Please Save the Date & RSVP, if you can attend, by no later than Monday, January 22nd. Light refreshments will be served.
Important Details:
– Date: Wednesday, January 31st
– Time: 6:45 pm
– Location: St. Julia Billiart CES Gymnasium. 2070 Bur Oak Ave. Markham.
Spider Jones Flyer: Spider Jones Parent Flyer.png
RSVP Instructions: https://forms.gle/3RjaUAVYdDt5K3hp8
Let’s come together as a community to celebrate diversity, foster engagement, and support one another. We look forward to seeing you there!
Markham By-Law Message
Volume VIII – Winter Newsletter – Final 2023.pdf
Important dates to mark on your calendars:
January 8, 2024 First Day of school – return from Christmas Break
January 19, 2024 PA Day
January 31st, 6:45 pm @ St. Julia Billiart – Parent Engagement Night