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Welcome Back! Important Information for the 2026–2027 School Year
Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year at Holy Cross Catholic Academy! Please review important back-to-school information, including Grade 9 Orientation, school schedules, transportation, student drop-off and pick-up procedures, uniform expectations, timetables, course change requests, and other important reminders to help students and families prepare for a successful start to the new school year.
The YCDSB’s 2026-27 Budget
The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) has released its 2026-27 budget, which focuses on putting students first and starting the process of returning the board to financial stability.
This budget takes a measured approach to addressing the YCDSB’s deficit. There are several small operational adjustments that respond to declining enrolment and the current needs in our classrooms.
Parent Access to Electronic Report Cards
Please click the link below for instructions to access the electronic report card for semester 2 final grades.
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Preparing for the 2026-2027 School Year
The start of a new school year is an exciting time filled with new opportunities, friendships and experiences. Whether your child is beginning Kindergarten, moving to a new school, entering high school or preparing for their final year before graduation, the York Catholic District School Board looks forward to welcoming every student and family to our caring Catholic community.
... Continue reading "Preparing for the 2026-2027 School Year"Secondary PA Day Disclosure Sept. 2 & 3, 2026
In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s Regulation 304, “School Year Calendar, Professional Activity Days,” the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) is providing the following summary of P.A. Day activities at the secondary level on Wednesday, September 2 and Thursday, September 3, 2026.
Please Note: That the first day of school for kindergarten to grade 9 students
... Continue reading "Secondary PA Day Disclosure Sept. 2 & 3, 2026"During Graduation Season, the YCDSB Recognizes its Distinguished Alumni
As schools throughout Ontario celebrate graduation ceremonies, the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) is recognizing some of its outstanding graduates from previous years with the 2026 YCDSB Distinguished Alumni Award.
Every year, this award celebrates how publicly-funded Catholic education helps young people to use their God-given talents to have successful lives and to contribute to their communities.
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