The official Bluesky account of York Region District School Board. Please visit our website to view our social media protocol. https://www2.yrdsb.ca/about-us/departments/corporate-communications/social-media-protocolhttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mhb5clshck27Today we recognize Irish Heritage Day and honour the significant contributions of Canadians of Irish descent to the development of Canada and Ontario.17 Mar 2026 14:04 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhb5clshck27https://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mgujdhocbc2rStudents of Korean heritage in grades 8-11 are invited to join NEKS for an opportunity to build leadership skills, connect with peers across the board and strengthen your cultural identity. Event date: Thursday, April 16 Location: Thornhill SS Register by Thursday, March 19. Learn more & register https://www2.yrdsb.ca/building-connections-yrdsb-korean-canadian-student-leadership-initiative12 Mar 2026 13:35 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgujdhocbc2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mgrtohpy3k2qToday we recognize the National COVID-19 Day of Observance and commemorate those who lost their lives as a result of COVID-19.11 Mar 2026 12:02 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgrtohpy3k2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mgk3ipqkxs2xHappy International Women's Day! This year's theme is Give to Gain, which reminds us of our collective responsibility to continuously increase support for women. When women thrive, we all rise. Let's celebrate the achievements of women and continue working to eliminate bias and assumptions.08 Mar 2026 10:01 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgk3ipqkxs2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mgfq66ijs22pIn celebration of Corporate Employee Recognition Day, we are honouring the dedicated staff members whose work is critical to student success across the York Region District School Board. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=efYlFP6V1wc&pp=0gcJCY4Bo7VqN5tD06 Mar 2026 16:27 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgfq66ijs22phttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mg32wv6knc2kThis week, we recognize Black Mental Health Week. This week provides an opportunity to raise awareness about the harms of anti-Black racism on mental health and the specific mental health needs of Black communities as well as encourage action for systemic change.02 Mar 2026 10:41 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mg32wv6knc2khttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mg32vf4hvc2kIn March we celebrate Persian Heritage Month and the significant contributions of Canadians of Persian descent to Ontario’s economic, social, cultural and political development, as well as their important role in strengthening the multicultural tapestry of Ontario.02 Mar 2026 10:40 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mg32vf4hvc2khttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mg32tzixnc2kIn March, we celebrate Greek Heritage Month and the significant contributions of Canadians of Greek descent to Ontario's economic, scientific, cultural and political development, as well as their important role in strengthening the multicultural tapestry of Ontario.02 Mar 2026 10:39 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mg32tzixnc2khttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mg32smnd7k2kIn March, we celebrate Bangladeshi Heritage Month and the significant contributions of Canadians of Bangladeshi descent to Ontario's scientific, athletic, cultural and political development, as well as their important role in strengthening the multicultural tapestry of Ontario.02 Mar 2026 10:38 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mg32smnd7k2khttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mfuowq2rjk2dStudents from Herbert H. Carnegie PS hit the ice at the Herbert H. Carnegie Centennial Centre, exploring his legacy of perseverance, leadership, and the Future Aces values that continue to inspire generations today. ⛸️🏒 Check out the full story on YouTube https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=kTm3oB1pUkk27 Feb 2026 21:50 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfuowq2rjk2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mfonnddcf22dJoin us at our upcoming post-secondary accessibility fair & make your transition to post-secondary easier. Discover degrees, trades, & diplomas while learning about available supports, residence options, and grants. Join real "transition conversations" to remove barriers and ensure your success.25 Feb 2026 12:11 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfonnddcf22dhttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mfon62ohi22dFebruary 25 is Pink Shirt Day! Let’s turn YRDSB into a sea of pink and show our support for anti-bullying! Let’s look beyond our differences and celebrate the things that make each of us unqiue!25 Feb 2026 12:02 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfon62ohi22dhttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mfmlm7cg6k2jMeet your YRDSB Student Trustees for the 2026-27 school year! Congratulations to Jason Lin of Milliken Mills H.S. and Michelle Wang of Bayview S.S. We look forward to working with you in the coming school year to support all students!24 Feb 2026 16:29 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfmlm7cg6k2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mf5btdw3j22bPlease join us on Wed. Feb. 26 at 5:30 p.m. to celebrate the rich history and contributions of the Black Community. Guests will enjoy a shared dinner, hands-on STEM & STEAM learning, interactive coding activities and more. For more information or to register visit: https://www2.yrdsb.ca/centre-black-student-excellence-black-history-month-north18 Feb 2026 14:24 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mf5btdw3j22bhttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mf3nyhv6lk26Ramadan Mubarak to all Muslim students, staff, families and community members. Wishing you and your loved ones peace, harmony and joy.17 Feb 2026 22:56 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mf3nyhv6lk26https://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mf3irpsuvc2sEnvironment Canada has issued a special weather statement for tomorrow. Decisions regarding inclement weather are made by 6 a.m. & messages will follow. Please monitor local media, social media & our website. More: https://www2.yrdsb.ca/student-support/healthy-schools-workplaces/severe-weather-conditions17 Feb 2026 21:23 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mf3irpsuvc2shttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mf2xjxv6xs2aVoting for the final phase of the Student Trustee elections is now open! Information about the final four candidates is available on the board website. Students in grades 5-12 will have received a link to their GAPPS account to vote. Voting closes on February 20, 2026. https://www2.yrdsb.ca/about-us/board-trustees/student-trustees/student-trustee-elections17 Feb 2026 16:15 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mf2xjxv6xs2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3meyg7rfqec2jThe purpose of this meeting is to provide information to parents regarding a proposal to modify the current King City Secondary School and Richmond Green Secondary School boundaries to create a boundary for the new Dr. Bette Stephenson Secondary School, effective September 2027.16 Feb 2026 15:59 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3meyg7rfqec2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3meyfyad65k2jToday we recognize Louis Riel day! Louis Riel was the leader of the Métis Nation in Western Canada and fought tirelessly for Métis rights in Canada. Today we honour his legacy, his heritage and his sacrifice.16 Feb 2026 15:55 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3meyfyad65k2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3meyfcykwuc2dWishing all those celebrating Lunar New Year a wonderful celebration with friends and family as well as a prosperous and healthy year ahead! Please watch this video that provides learning about Lunar New Year. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGw3DHhrSGA16 Feb 2026 15:43 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3meyfcykwuc2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3meyf7xzog22dMonday, February 16, 2026 is Family Day. YRDSB schools will be closes to students on this day. We hope everyone has a great long weekend!16 Feb 2026 15:42 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3meyf7xzog22dhttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mer5hannmc2aPlease take a few moments to read this message from Chair Lynn and Director Cober regarding Kindergarten registration, course selection, Black History month, Chinese Heritage month and more. https://www2.yrdsb.ca/message-to-families-chair-and-director13 Feb 2026 18:34 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mer5hannmc2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3meqnyuvtnc2xJoin our workshop series and discover how you can make a difference in your child’s education by volunteering in schools. Empower yourself to support our school community and enrich your child's learning experience! February 23-27, 2026 9:00a.m. - 12:00p.m. Learn more: https://www2.yrdsb.ca/give-get-involved-volunteer-education-2026-winter-session-cohort-313 Feb 2026 13:57 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3meqnyuvtnc2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3memdybs27k2bFlags at all YRDSB buildings will be flown at half-mast from now until sunset on February 17, 2026, to mark the tragedy that occurred in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia. [contains quote post or other embedded content]11 Feb 2026 20:47 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3memdybs27k2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3meluseqcrc2b🧵We are heartbroken to hear of the tragedy in a secondary school in Tumbler Ridge. Our thoughts, condolences and support go out to those affected by this act of violence. Resources will be shared with school administrators to ensure students and staff are supported.11 Feb 2026 16:16 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3meluseqcrc2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3me7wf3bhqc27Congratulations to the final four student trustee candidates! Michelle Wang (Central Area) Jason Lin (East Area) Aathira Thayaparan (North Area) Tara Wei (West Area) The campaigning period will begin on February 9. The final voting period will open on February 17. https://www2.yrdsb.ca/about-us/board-trustees/student-trustees/student-trustee-elections06 Feb 2026 22:12 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3me7wf3bhqc27https://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mdv4wpwyh22jFebruary is Winter Walk Month and a great reminder to get outside during the winter months! Walking to & from school is fun every day, so we encourage you to journey outside throughout the entire month of February!02 Feb 2026 15:10 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdv4wpwyh22jhttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mdv4t6j74s2jIn February, we celebrate Chinese Heritage Month and take time to learn about and celebrate the immense contributions of Canadians of Chinese descent to Ontario’s social, economic, political and cultural fabric.02 Feb 2026 15:08 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdv4t6j74s2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mdv4qckoxs2jFebruary is Black History Month! Black History Month is an opportunity to celebrate the rich heritage and immense contributions of Black Canadians to our country's economic, social, political and cultural fabric.02 Feb 2026 15:06 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdv4qckoxs2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/yrdsb.bsky.social/post/3mdkvmm2jsc2sJanuary 29 is the National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action Against Islamophobia, a day to honour all those who were targeted in this attack.29 Jan 2026 13:32 +0000at://did:plc:yh6zb3kapyomfxaf3icu6caj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdkvmm2jsc2s