📚✨ Ready for high school? Join us at our Grade 8 Open Houses to learn more about YRDSB secondary schools and how to prepare for Grade 9! Perfect for students & families. Don’t miss out – multiple dates now through January. Visit our website for details: www2.yrdsb.ca/grade-8-open...

Today, YRDSB will go purple in honour of Dress Purple Day 💜 Every child and youth has a right to safety and well-being in all spaces. Do your part by donning purple to help raise awareness about children's rights.

A YRDSB Story: Y2 Legacy Over the summer, YRDSB, in collaboration with York University, developed the Y2 Legacy program, a Black-centred approach to leadership innovation and excellence. Check out the highlights from this amazing new program. youtu.be/jlvF8agiWQY?...

YRDSB in partnership with the Canadian Centre for Housing Rights are offering tenants' housing rights free virtual workshops throughout October and November. Visit our website for dates and times: www2.yrdsb.ca/tenants-hous...

🎧 New episode alert! Tune in to hear Bryan Ashby dive into the 40-year legacy of the Work Experience Program and how it’s shaping futures through real-world skills & community placements. You won't want to miss it! open.spotify.com/episode/4tEF...

YRDSB is hosting a public information meeting on October 22, 2025 at 7 p.m. to share information regarding a proposed French Immersion secondary school boundary change for Langstaff Secondary School and Thornlea Secondary School, effective September 2026. Learn more: www2.yrdsb.ca/langstaff-se...

Take Me Outside Day is about making time to head outside and learn beyond the four walls of the classroom. The day helps to raise awareness of the importance of outdoor learning by encouraging educators to take their students outside. Learn more at takemeoutside.ca

Friday, October 24, 2025 is a PA day for all elementary and secondary schools. An agenda of the learning staff will be engaged in is available on the board website. For more information visit: www2.yrdsb.ca/professional...

Celebrate Islamic Heritage Month with us! 🌙 YRDSB students, staff and families are invited to join us with a special event series honouring the rich history, culture and contributions of Muslims to society. ✨ October 21, 5:30 p.m. ✨ October 23, 5 p.m. ✨ October 28, 5 p.m. ✨ October 30, 4 p.m.

Today, we celebrate #DesignatedEarlyChildhoodEducator Appreciation Day! 🎉 Thank you to all of our DECEs for their dedication in creating safe, playful environments where our youngest learners can learn and grow! m.youtube.com/watch?v=z94k...

It’s Waste Reduction Week! At YRDSB, we’re committed to building sustainable habits in our schools and communities. Small actions like reducing, reusing and recycling add up to big change for our planet. Let’s work together for a cleaner, greener future.

It's School Bus Safety week! School bus transportation plays an important role in the education of our students so this week schools across YRDSB will be learning all about and practicing school bus safety!

Local Government Week aims to increase youth and public awareness about the important role local government plays in our communities. At YRDSB, we have 13 elected trustees, which represent all nine of York's municipalities and Indigenous students for a four-year term.

To all those celebrating Diwali/Deepavali, we wish you and your families a happy and festive celebration. 🪔 To learn more about this joyous and important festival watch: m.youtube.com/watch?v=slPK... #diwali #deepavali #festivaloflight

Today we recognize Persons Day and celebrate the Famous Five and their courageous decision to launch a legal challenge that would mark a turning point for equality rights in Canada for women.

Today, we recognize Spirit Day. YRDSB is committed to supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and taking a stand against bullying in all its forms. No one should ever be bullied for being who they are. Let’s continue to stand up against hate and foster a culture of kindness, respect and inclusion.

Happy International Pronouns Day! Using someone's chosen pronouns is essential to human dignity & helps to ensure that people feel affirmed, respected & celebrated. Check out gender identity guidelines to learn more about the importance of pronouns. www2.yrdsb.ca/sites/defaul...

Applause Award: Meet Amy Ivory, a gold-medal Special Olympics athlete & Grade 12 student at Huron Heights S.S. From the Provincial Games in track and field to competing at the National Summer Games in 2026, she’s unstoppable! Congratulations Amy and good luck next summer!

To all those celebrating Thanksgiving, we wish you and your families a very happy celebration.

Today we recognize the International Day of The Girl. This year's theme is "The girl I am, the change I lead", which helps to celebrate the immense contributions of young women who have and continue to take on vital leadership roles demonstrating their limitless potential!

Today is an opportunity to focus on and talk about mental health. At YRDSB, we have a Student Mental Health & Addictions Strategy which aims to foster, promote and advance students’ mental health & well-being through a tiered approach with many available supports. Visit our website to learn more.

Registration for Indigenous and International Languages is now open. Please Note: A laptop or desktop is required to complete the registration process.

🎧Join host Kate Diakiw as she speaks with Lynn Ziraldo & Wendy Howes about the evolving role of SEAC over the past 4 decades, the importance of parent & community voices, and the collective work of supporting students with special education needs. Don’t miss this powerful convo on equity & progress!

Please note that Edsby registrations for Indigenous and International languages are currently unavailable. At this time, no registrations can be completed.  We will advise the community when registrations reopen.  Please note - we are unable to accept walk-in registration at this time.

Today we recognize The Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls & Sisters in Spirit Day to raise awareness of the violence committed against Indigenous women & girls. We stand with Indigenous communities & join them in fighting for truth & justice so that no more go missing.

Thank you to the caretakers across YRDSB. From keeping schools & workplaces clean and safe, to supporting students, staff & community groups, their work is essential to daily operations and student well-being. We appreciate their commitment, reliability, and pride in making a difference every day.

In partnership with Oak Valley Health, YRDSB co-op students are getting hands-on experience in plumbing, electrical, HVAC & more inside Markham Stouffville Hospital. Throughout this unique experience students are building life skills, exploring career paths, and prepping for future apprenticeships.

To all those observing Yom Kippur, we wish you and your families a meaningful fast. G'mar Hatimah Tovah. Please watch this video that provides learning about Yom Kippur. youtu.be/DNACBq4b4aw?...

October is Women's History month. From the pioneers who broke barriers to the voices advocating for equity today, we celebrate and honour the courage, resilience and brilliance of women across generations.

October is 2SLGBTQIA+ History Month. A time to reflect on and learn about 2SLGBTQIA+ history, the history of gay rights and other related civil rights movements. By looking back, we can work to ensure the road ahead is free of obstacles and equal for all.

October is Learning Disabilities Awareness Month, an opportunity to celebrate the incredible strengths and talents of students and staff with LDs. They bring diversity, creativity, and resilience to our classrooms, making our schools shine brighter!

In October we celebrate Korean Heritage Month and take the time to celebrate the many achievement and contributions of Canadians of Korean descent to Canada’s social, economic, political and cultural fabric.

In October, we celebrate Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month & take time to celebrate & educate future generations of Ontarians about the achievements of Latinx and Hispanic people and their meaningful contributions to our social, economic & multicultural fabric.

October is Islamic Heritage Month and is a time for Ontarians to reflect, celebrate and learn about the rich and longstanding Islamic history of Ontario as well as the vital contributions of Muslims to Canada's social, economic, political and cultural fabric.

October is Hungarian Heritage Month and an opportunity to take time to celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Canadians of Hungarian descent to Canada's social, economic, political and cultural fabric.

Please take a few moments to read this message from Director Cober regarding the national Day for Truth and Reconciliation. www2.yrdsb.ca/message-dire...

Flags at YRDSB are being flown at half-mast today in honour of Police and Peace Officers' National Memorial Day.

YRDSB News & Events: Terry Fox Run at Unionville Public School Check out the highlights from the 30th Unionville PS Terry Fox Run and join us in continuing to honour the legacy of a great Canadian, Terry Fox! youtu.be/iKTyyDeSdxg?...

YRDSB News & Events: International Week of Deaf People Join us in celebrating International Week of Deaf People and learning more about Deaf culture and the importance of accessibility. youtu.be/sVFGOHSdRAo?...

Happy Franco-Ontarian Day! Today, we celebrate the culture and heritage of the nearly 612,000 francophone people living in Ontario.

Today is the International Day of Sign Languages and an important opportunity to celebrate the importance of sign language to connect, include and empower students. Let's continue our collective work to continue building school communities where every voice - and every sign - is seen and valued.

🧵Today marks the beginning of Truth and Reconciliation Week. This week is about taking truth to action through education, not just in schools, but across all of Canada.

To all those beginning celebrations for Rosh Hashanah this evening, we wish you and your loved ones a very happy celebration. Please take a few moments to watch this video that provides learning about Rosh Hashanah. youtu.be/xDppXKTIMFM?...

Today we recognize Powley Day and commemorate a day of great cultural and political significance for Métis peoples. September 19 represents the anniversary of the ground-breaking R v. Powley 2003 Supreme Court of Canada decision that ushered in a new era of Métis rights.

School Start-Up forms are now available for families to fill out. The start-up forms contain important information and permissions related to your child’s learning. Please take the time to fill out these forms at your earliest opportunity. Learn more: www2.yrdsb.ca/node/2754

A YRDSB Story: Innovators of the Future 🧪👩‍💻 Students at Park Ave PS are taking on real-world challenges through the Innovators of the Future program, which involves using engineering, design and science to solve problems that matter to them and their communities. youtu.be/tduymG-QD6A?...

Happy IT Professionals Day! We are so grateful to our IT staff for all that they do on the front line & behind the scenes to ensure our students, staff & families have the support they need to stay connected. Thank you for your dedication to supporting student achievement! youtu.be/dArYrd51Ggo

Today, we recognize the incredible accomplishments of Terry Fox and the enduring inspiration of his marathon of hope. Together, we can help achieve Terry's goal of finding a cure for cancer. Let's all come together to #FinishIt

Flags at all YRDSB schools and workplaces will be flown at half-mast today to honour Firefighters’ National Memorial Day.

YRDSB News and Events: Health and Wellness SHSM -Students Explore Health Careers 👩‍⚕️🩺 Check out the highlights from a recent experiential learning opportunity at York University for Health and Wellness SHSM students that provided them with hands-on experience in healthcare. youtu.be/Cav6ZB1mGQM?...