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On this first day of Catholic Education Week, students, staff, trustees and families across Ontario celebrate the sub-theme: "Peace be With You" “…peace is not simply the absence of noise or conflict. It is the deep assurance that God is present and at work, even when the day feels overwhelming. It is the peace that reminds us that we do not work alone.” Pope Leo XIV> For more CEW resources visit: goodnewsforall.ca #onted #catholiceducationweek #CEW2026

Today in parishes across Ontario, we celebrate the beginning of Catholic Education Week and the theme “Pilgrims of Hope: On the Path to Holiness”. As Pilgrims of Hope, we’re not on this journey alone. We’re being led and lifted by God’s Spirit, especially when we open our hearts through prayer, kindness, and service. #onted #CEW2026 #PathToHoliness

The Month of May is dedicated to honouring Our Blessed Mother, Mary. We invite you to view the OCSTA prayer video for this Month.

Thank you to @CatholicEdu (OCSTA) for having me at your 96th AGM and Conference to speak about our work as an independent, impartial resource for school boards, students and families. (BF)

Today we honour the feast day of St. Joseph the Worker: “There are many Saints to whom God has given the power to assist us in the necessities of life, but the power given to St. Joseph is unlimited: it extends to all our needs, and those whoinvoke him with confidence are sure to be heard.” ~ St. Thomas Aquinas  #onted

“As no one else, you who are Principals and Vice-Principals have a unique opportunity to create the character of your school. Your reach extends into the classroom and into the community.” ~ This Moment of Promise                            The Ontario Catholic School Trustees’ Association thanks and wishes a Happy Principals Day to all of the Principals and Vice-Principals in Catholic schools across our province. Michael Bellmore, President Patrick Daly, Executive Director #onted

Trustees, students and staff of the Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board led the beautiful and reflective opening liturgy of the OCSTA’s 96th AGM and Conference celebrating the theme Pilgrims of Hope on the Path to Holiness. #PilgrimsPath2026 #onted @WECDSB

OCSTA President Michael Bellmore welcomes Catholic Trustees and senior CDSB Staff to the annual OCSTA -OCSBOA Business Seminar #onted

Today, April 29th, we celebrate the Feast of St. Catherine of Siena: "Be who God called you to be and you will set the world on fire." #onted

Today, April 28th is the National Day of Mourning and OCSTA joins @WSIB in honouring those who have lost their lives, been injured, or experienced illness due to workplace incidents. #onted

Discussing the upcoming province-wide Catholic Education Week celebration at the Catholic Women’s League Toronto Diocesan Council 105th Convention at the Ajax Convention Centre. #BeEucharistic #onted

“There is no such thing as just a job in Catholic education. There are only various forms of Christian service, each calling for extraordinary dedication.” ~ This Moment of Promise The OCSTA expresses deep appreciation to all Executive and Administrative Assistants serving in Catholic schools, Boards and Provincial offices for their extraordinary contribution to publicly funded Catholic education. Michael Bellmore, President Patrick Daly, Executive Director #onted #catholiceducation

The 87th OAPCE AGM and Conference recognized the dedication and service of parents and provincial Catholic education partners including OCSTA’s Director of Communications, Sharon McMillan who received an Honourary Lifetime Membership Award for strengthening communication across Ontario’s publicly funded Catholic School System. #grateful #onted @oapceontario #oapce87

OCSTA Executive Director Patrick Daly brought greetings to the 87th Ontario Association of Parents in Catholic Education AGM and Conference. Over 240 parents from across Ontario gathered to the celebrate the Eucharist and discuss Catholic education priorities. @oapceontario #oapce87 #onted