News & Announcements

November 7 recognizes International Inuit Day.

Today is an opportunity to celebrate the vibrant culture, rich history, and valuable ways we can learn from Inuit from Canada and around the world. 

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We invite you to virtually attend the upcoming DSB1 Board Meeting, which will highlight the October 2023 Strategic Plan Vignette and a presentation on Indigenous education in DSB1.

View the upcoming meeting agenda at www.dsb1.ca under Board Info.

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In DSB1, families and staff each play an important role in empowering all learners to achieve personal excellence. We invite families to explore these helpful strategies to help your young learner feel supported this school year.

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Students are empowered to take action toward reconciliation by learning and exploring the painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools. 
 
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We look forward to welcoming students into our schools today.

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Design DSB1’s 2023 Holiday Card!
The winning card design will be sent to members of the community from the Director of Education.

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The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has confirmed that DSB1 schools can follow their protocols to reopen tomorrow, Thursday, November 2.

We continue to be vigilant to ensure the safety of students and staff in our schools.

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Warm wishes to all those celebrating Karwa Chauth today! May the moonlight flood your life with happiness, joy, peace, and harmony.

Wishing DSB1 students, staff, families, and community a safe and enjoyable day! 

Artwork created by students in Grades 1 and 2 at Schumacher Public School by incorporating different textures and mediums.

DSB1 is proud of its French as a Second Language (FSL) Programs!

To understand our needs, set goals, and implement actions, we invite all families with a child taking Core French or French Immersion to complete this survey by October 31, 2023.

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Learning Disabilities (LD) Awareness Month is recognized throughout October.

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DSB1 is pleased to present the first Strategic Plan Vignette of the 2023-2024 school year.

This Vignette highlights incredible examples of how DSB1 students were welcomed back to school.

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Today, across Ontario, Dress Purple Day aims to raise awareness about individuals and communities' role in supporting vulnerable children, youth, and families and the available resources and services.

October 23 to 27 recognizes Media Literacy Week 2023! This week acknowledges the importance of digital media literacy and what it means to be a digital citizen in our online world.
 
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We’re pleased to invite DSB1 families to the first Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) meeting of the 2023-2024 school year.

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We wish a joyous and blessed Dussehra to those celebrating! May this day bring new beginnings, new hopes, and new opportunities.

Warm wishes on Navratri to those celebrating! May the festive colours and joy of Navratri bless you with happiness and prosperity.

This week recognizes the critical role we all play in helping to keep students in our communities safe while riding the bus to and from school. 

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On September 27th, the Student Trustees hosted the inaugural Student Senate meeting for the 2023-2024 school year.

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In DSB1, we are committed to making our classrooms and workplaces affirming, respectful, and inclusive places to learn and work.

On International Pronouns Day, let's unite to make respecting, sharing, and educating about personal pronouns commonplace.

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