Message from the Director
We have learned that yesterday, a bus driver, hired by Landmark Bus Lines was charged with over 80 mGs of Alcohol per 100 mLs of blood following a commercial vehicle investigation. This is unacceptable.
Chair's Welcome Message
I am honoured to have been elected as Chair of the York Region District School Board at the November 21 Inaugural Board meeting. I look forward to working with my newly-elected and re-elected trustee colleagues and thank them for putting their name forward to serve the students and families of York Region.
Chair’s Message - Outgoing Trustee Recognition
With the October municipal election behind us, the 2018-2022 Trustee term of office is now drawing to a close, and we are saying good-bye to a number of our trustee colleagues.It is my honour to recognize Trustees Sherman, Cui, Terrell, Cordova, McRoberts, Nathan and Trustee Gilbert for the many contributions that they have made to public education in York Region.
Ontario Strengthening Holocaust Education to Counter Rising Antisemitism
On November 9, the Ministry of Education announced a series of reforms for Ontario schools to combat rising antisemitism, including the introduction of mandatory Holocaust learning in elementary schools. On behalf of the York Region District School Board, we welcome this announcement to strengthen Holocaust education. Incidents of antisemitism are occurring in our schools and are causing hurt and harm to students, staff and families.
Ontario Strengthening Holocaust Education to Counter Rising Antisemitism
On November 9, the Ministry of Education announced a series of reforms for Ontario schools to combat rising antisemitism, including the introduction of mandatory Holocaust learning in elementary schools. On behalf of the York Region District School Board, we welcome this announcement to strengthen Holocaust education. Incidents of antisemitism are occurring in our schools and are causing hurt and harm to students, staff and families.
Holocaust Education Week
The week of November 2-9, 2022 marks Holocaust Education Week. This year’s theme is The Future is Here.
During the Holocaust, six million Jews were murdered by the Nazi regime and its allies. YRDSB recognizes that people of colour, the Romas, people with physical disabilities, and those who identified as 2SLGBTQ+ were also targeted and murdered by the Nazis.YRDSB is making classroom resources available to schools to support Holocaust Education Week, including announcements in French and English that centre on the lives and lived experiences of survivors.
Introductory Message from Interim Director of Education
After retiring from York Region District School Board in 2020, I am honoured to return to serve the students, staff and families in YRDSB as your Interim Director.
Interim Director Appointment
Dear families, On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Yake as the Interim Director of YRDSB, effective November 1, 2022. Scott brings experience and knowledge from his previous roles as Associate Director with York Region District School Board and as Special Advisor with the Ministry of Education.
Message from the Board Chair
This message was delivered at the September 13, 2022 Board meeting. Recognition of Passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth III would like to recognize the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away on September 8.Our thoughts are with the people of the United Kingdom and all those in York Region, and around the world, who are mourning her passing. Throughout The Queen’s 70-year reign, the longest of any British monarch, she exemplified service to others, to the Commonwealth and to the people of the many Commonwealth nations.
Welcome Back to School
Dear families, We are so excited to be welcoming our students, staff and families back to school for the 2022-2023 school year. For most students, the school year will start on Wednesday, September 7, 2022. We know you have many questions in advance of the start of the school year. Health and SafetyThe health and safety of our students, staff and families remains our first priority, and we will continue to follow the direction and guidance of the Government of Ontario and York Region Public Health.