Today, we honour & celebrate the role of First Nations, Métis, & Inuit in Canada.
Please take time today to recognize & learn more about the many languages, cultures & contributions of First Nations, Inuit & Métis peoples.
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.
Please read this message from @YRDSBDirector Yake regarding the raising of the progressive Pride flag and the need to embrace and affirm 2SLGBTQI+ visibility, diversity and inclusion. https://t.co/8mOhSstDIF
#InspirePrideYRDSB#PRIDE#PRIDEMonth
To all those beginning #Ridvan celebrations this evening, we wish you and your families a joyous festival.
Please take a few moments to watch this video that provides learning about Ridván. https://t.co/lWwmySmf3q
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/RD7TE1DcVs
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.
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/mABEXXdkkz
As the holy month of Ramadan begins this evening, we think of our Muslim students, staff and community. We wish that you continue to remain safe and healthy during your time of fasting, prayer and reflection.
Ramadan Mubarak to all our students, staff, families & community members beginning their observance this evening.
Wishing you and your loved ones peace, harmony and joy.
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/h8DjwIl5dS
To all those who celebrate 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/8rBSF1IVUF
To all those celebrating Christmas, we would like to wish you and your loved ones a safe and joyous celebration.
Please take a moment to watch this video that provides learning about Christmas. https://t.co/8rBSF1JtKd
Progress at @afpsyr in @yrdsb @YRDSBArts
Grade 8 canvas work. Can you see the stories?
Student work inspired by a traditional Mohawk oral story that I told 8 weeks ago
Final project will create a permanent art installation within the school
Our stories live!
I’d also like to extend my sincere thanks to the convenors, coaches, students, staff & volunteers that make these events possible for our students.
I know how much time and effort goes into coordinating these competitions & I thank you all for your dedication to our students.
A huge congratulations to the senior boys volleyball team from @ArmadalePS and the senior girls volleyball team from @ParkviewPS1 on their championship wins last week! 🥇🏐
I’d also like to extend congratulations to our other finalists for their outstanding performances. ⬇️⬇️
A huge congratulations to the senior boys volleyball team from @ArmadalePS and the senior girls volleyball team from @ParkviewPS1 on their championship wins last week! 🥇🏐
I’d also like to extend congratulations to our other finalists for their outstanding performances. ⬇️⬇️