Today we recognize National Indigenous Peoples Day & celebrate the cultures, contributions & resiliency of the First Nations, Inuit & Métis peoples of Turtle Island.
NIPD falls on June 21 because of the significance of the summer solstice, which is the longest day of the year.
It's Children's Mental Health Awareness Week!
This year's theme focuses on compassion & the enormous difference it can make in all our lives.
Kindness is intrinsic to our humanity & together we can ensure it continues to connect us all to help support positive mental health.
Chag Pesach Same'ach to all our families beginning celebrations this evening.
Please take a moment to watch this video that provides learning about Passover. https://t.co/VrBpfXzOdv
To all those who celebrate Vaisakhi, we wish you and your families a wonderful celebration.
Please take a moment to watch this video about Vaisakhi.
https://t.co/to6NpXe5jH
To all those beginning celebrations for Eid-ul-Fitr 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 Eid-ul-Fitr.
https://t.co/42yj142eOy
Today we celebrate #DayOfPink!
By wearing pink today you show that you stand in solidarity with the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in the continued fight for equality & acceptance for all.
Together we can eliminate transphobia, biphobia, homophobia & transmisogyny. #InspirePrideYRDSB
April is #SikhHeritageMonth and is an opportunity to remember, celebrate and educate future generations about Sikh Canadians, and recognize the important contributions that Sikh Canadians have made to Ontario's social, economic, political and cultural fabric.
Best wishes to all those commemorating Good Friday tomorrow.
Please take a moment to watch this video that provides learning about Good Friday.
https://t.co/81f2sAoJAp
Come support our Best Buddies Prom by buying Krispy Kreme doughnuts. Pre order yours on Monday, March 25th until April 19th. Orders can be picked up on Thurs, April 25th at lunch in front of the gym!
On March 21 we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day!
Show your support by posting a picture of your mismatched socks with the hashtag #LotsOfSocks.
Join us in creating a single global voice advocating for the rights, inclusion and well-being of people with Down Syndrome!
In March at #YRDSB we celebrate #GreekHeritageMonth and the significant contributions of Greek Canadians to Ontario's economic, scientific and cultural development as well as their important role in strengthening the multicultural tapestry of Ontario.
In March at #YRDSB we celebrate #BangladeshiHeritageMonth and the significant contributions of Bangladeshi Canadians to Ontario's scientific, athletic, cultural and political development as well as their important role in strengthening the multicultural tapestry of Ontario.
Wishing 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://t.co/clFGCbhyUU
To all those celebrating Orthodox Christmas, we would like to wish you and your loved ones a safe and joyous celebration.
Please take a moment to watch this video about Christmas (East and West). https://t.co/iJhT0RxNdA