The official account of YRDSB Interim Director of Education, Scott Yake
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21 Jun 2023
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.
21 Jun 2023
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.
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12 May 2023
RT @YRDSB: Please read this message from @YRDSBDirector Yake regarding the raising of the progressive Pride flag and the need to embrace an…
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20 Apr 2023
To all those who celebrate Ridván, I would like to wish you and your families a very happy celebration.
20 Apr 2023
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. youtu.be/dJSeZjEqU8s
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20 Apr 2023
To all those who celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, I would like to wish you and your families a very safe and happy celebration.
20 Apr 2023
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. youtu.be/A2wAKHrb8Lg
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18 Apr 2023
RT @YRDSB: Today we join millions around the world as we commemorate #YomHashoah and the approximately 6 million Jews who were murdered in…
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9 Apr 2023
RT @YRDSB: To all those celebrating Easter, we would like to wish you and your loved ones a very happy celebration.
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5 Apr 2023
To all those who celebrate Pesach/Passover, I would like to wish you and your families a very happy celebration.
5 Apr 2023
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.
youtu.be/BTJcPtPfDqk
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22 Mar 2023
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.
22 Mar 2023
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.
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20 Mar 2023
To all those who celebrate Naw-Rúz or Nowruz, I would like to wish you and your families a very happy celebration.
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22 Jan 2023
To all those who celebrate Lunar New Year, I would like to wish you and your families a very happy and healthy celebration.
22 Jan 2023
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. youtu.be/EFquH36Ebwc
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6 Jan 2023
To all those celebrating Orthodox Christmas, I would like to wish you and your families a happy and healthy celebration.
6 Jan 2023
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). youtu.be/1kRHsfNAHyo
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31 Dec 2022
Happy New Year to all those celebrating!
31 Dec 2022
Happy New Year everyone!
Wishing all those celebrating a safe and wonderful beginning to #2023! #HappyNewYear
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25 Dec 2022
To all those celebrating Kwanzaa, I would like to wish you and your families a happy and healthy celebration.
25 Dec 2022
To all those who celebrate #Kwanzaa, we wish you and your families a happy celebration with many joyous blessings!
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24 Dec 2022
To all those celebrating Christmas, I would like to wish you and your families a happy and healthy celebration.
24 Dec 2022
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. youtu.be/1kRHsfNAHyo
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18 Dec 2022
To all those celebrating Chanukah, I would like to wish you and your families safe and happy celebrations.
18 Dec 2022
Chanukah Sameach to all those beginning celebrations tonight.
Wishing everyone a safe and joy-filled festival of lights!
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7 Dec 2022
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.
7 Dec 2022
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. ⬇️⬇️
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7 Dec 2022
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. ⬇️⬇️
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7 Dec 2022
Senior Boys
1. @ArmadalePS
2. @ReesorPs
3. L.H. Frechette PS
4. @SamChapmanPS
Senior Girls
1.@ParkviewPS1
2.@PierreBertonPS
3.@FranklinStPS
4.L.H. Frechette PS
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