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Holy Land School Fundraiser on March 13th – Civvies Day
Dear Families of San Marco CES,
As part of our Lenten observances, I am proud to share that our school will participate in a board-wide fundraising initiative to support Christian schools in the Holy Land. On March 13th, students are asked to donate a toonie in exchange for an additional civvies day.
The money raised will support the Latin Patriarchate school ... Continue reading "Holy Land School Fundraiser on March 13th – Civvies Day"
Black Heritage Month 2026
Term #2 Hot Lunch @ SMO
Dear San Marco Families,
We are pleased to share with you the Term #2 Hot Lunch Menu, which will run from the week of March 2 through the week of April 27. We are excited to continue offering a variety of lunch options for our students through our Hot Lunch Program.
For Term #2, we will be trying a different pizza ... Continue reading "Term #2 Hot Lunch @ SMO"
Pediculosis (Lice) Reminders
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 a regular basis ... Continue reading "Pediculosis (Lice) Reminders"
FDK Registration Now Open for the 2026-2027 School Year!
We saved you a seat!
Visit us at: https://www.ycdsb.ca/programs-services/kindergarten/registration/
Board News
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"Inclement Weather Day: February 18, 2026
Dear York Catholic DSB Families,
Due to inclement weather expected later in the day, student transportation is cancelled for today (Wednesday, February 18, 2026) for all of York Region. Schools remain open.
Please note that Ash Wednesday liturgies are cancelled. Schools will organize a “Beginning of Lent” liturgy at a
... Continue reading "Inclement Weather Day: February 18, 2026"The YCDSB Responds to the Minister of Education
On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, the Board of Trustees and the Senior Team held a Special Board Meeting to share information about their response to the Minister of Education regarding his financial and governance questions of the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB).
At the Special Board Meeting, YCDSB trustees and staff explained that we are on
... Continue reading "The YCDSB Responds to the Minister of Education"