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Yesterday, students at Ashton Meadows P.S. had the chance to try out the Barbados national sport of road tennis. This sport that originated in Barbados has a long history that students are also learning about as part of a pilot that is taking place at multiple schools in YRDSB.

Have you heard of #ExperienceYRDSB? We recently launched Experience YRDSB to help secondary students explore potential pathways. This is the first podcast episode of a series that will explore career & pathway opportunities for secondary students. 🎧podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yrdsb…

The Multi-Year Strategic Plan survey is now open! Please take a few moments to provide us with your feedback, which will inform the development of the plan and future board plans. Surveys for families, students and community members are available at yrdsb.ca/MYSP

We are pleased to announce that Natalia Pitawanakwat has been elected to the position of Indigenous Student Trustee for the 2024-25 school year. Congratulations Natalia! We look forward to working with you. #yrdsbFNMI

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Today we acknowledge the rich and diverse heritage of the Indigenous languages spoken across the country. Our languages are invaluable to Indigenous identity and we must ensure they are protected and passed on to the next generations. #nctr_um

Grateful to the York Region DSB Parent, Family & Community Engagement Advisory Committee for organizing an engaging PEAC Regional Symposium! Chi-Miigwetch Elder Shelley Charles for sharing your wisdom & thank you Jennifer Casa-Todd for your insight in leveraging social media in positive ways.❤️

Awesome turnout at the #YRDSB PEAC Symposium. The YRDSB Central MH Team was honored to have shared information and resources about youth anxiety with parents and caregivers. Great conversation! #MentalHealth

Markham goaltender Eadan McParland hasn’t let Type 1 diabetes stand in the way of his hockey dreams. Instead, he’s become a role model for young players just like him. WATCH THE FULL VIDEO ⏩ hc.hockey/TELUSMcParland #TELUSCup | #CoupeTELUS | TELUS | TELUS en français | Ontario Hockey Federation

An incredible game Markham Waxers! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 what a representative from Ontario!

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Are you a parent/caregiver of a student in Kindergarten at the #YRDSB? We have an upcoming virtual presentation all about ways to support your child's #emotionregulation at home and school. To learn more and to register please click this link⬇️ www2.yrdsb.ca/supporting-emo…

Hello #YRDSB Families and Caregivers! The Student #mentalhealth team is pleased to offer free virtual workshops next week. Please register! May 6 bit.ly/3UvqDhM May 7 bit.ly/3y4ywmM May 8 bit.ly/3Qn1moI May 9 bit.ly/3UpxB7B #CMHAW2024

Today we join millions around the world as we commemorate #YomHashoah and the approximately 6 million Jews who were murdered in the Holocaust. We are united in our remembrance & through education & collective actions we continue to build a more inclusive & tolerant world.

Today we recognize the Int'l Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia & Biphobia & draw attention to the situations faced by people with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, & sex characteristics. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Everyone has a right to feel welcome, safe & celebrated.

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🚨NEW EPISODE🚨 In this episode, listeners are invited into circle to join self-identified Indigenous students as they make moccasins and share in learning and conversation with a knowledge keeper and members of the YRDSB FNMI team. #IPMyrdsb 🎧: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yrdsb…

An enormous thank you to our outgoing student trustees who were recognized for their service at last night's board meeting. Our new student trustees for the 2024-25 school year were also sworn in at the same meeting. We look forward to working with you!

The 2024-25 school year calendars area available on our website. Google and iCal versions will be available for download in the near future. ow.ly/coVn50SS5VF