News & Announcements

On September 23, we recognize the significance of the Fall Equinox and the change of season for Indigenous Peoples. This new phase of the year is an important, ceremonial time and an opportunity to celebrate connection with Earth. 

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On Franco-Ontarian Day, we reflect on the significance of the Francophone culture, history, and presence in all our communities. In DSB1, we proudly support student learning in French and offer French programming at each of our schools.

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Wishing all those observing Yom Kippur an easy and meaningful fast.

We join our communities in honouring Truth and Reconciliation Week and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
 
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In observance of Police and Peace Officers' National Memorial Day, our flags are flown at half-mast.

Today, DSB1 recognizes International Day of Sign Languages, which highlights the unity generated by the more than 300 different sign languages in use across the world.

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Virtually attend the second DSB1 Board Meeting of the 2023-2024 school year. View the upcoming meeting agenda at www.dsb1.ca under Board Info.

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Students at Timiskaming District Secondary School complete a vehicle wrap project for a snowmobile in their Communications Technology Specialist High Skills Major program.

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During July, District School Board Ontario North East (DSB1) was pleased to offer summer learning programs for elementary and secondary students to help support and enrich their learning.
 
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For the 2023-2024 school year, District School Board Ontario North East is proud to announce the return of the virtual Indigenous Speaker Series.

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Powley Day recognizes the contributions of father and son Steve and Roddy Powley in the R. v. Powley [“The Powley Case”], which led to the decision that the Powley family, as members of the Sault St. Marie Métis community, can exercise a Métis right to hunt.

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Today, we acknowledge the impactful and essential role of Information Services (IS) professionals and the IS department in DSB1. Thank you for all you do to ensure the technology in DSB1 continues to facilitate effective learning, teaching, and connecting for students, staff, and families from Hearst to Temagami!

Welcoming communities are successful communities!

Welcoming Week is an annual opportunity to recognize and celebrate the people, places and values that help everyone feel welcome, no matter where they come from.

Happy Rosh Hashanah to all those celebrating! We hope the days ahead are filled with sweetness and happiness and carries through to this new year.

This 90-minute online seminar presented by the Triple P – Positive Parenting Program® will provide families with valuable knowledge and skills to help support their child’s social and emotional reactions to environmental events or natural disasters and how to answer their questions.

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Flags are flown at half-mast in honour of Firefighters’ National Memorial Day recognized on Sunday, September 10, 2023.

It is possible to overcome feelings of hopelessness and thrive. We all have a role to play in supporting others, encouraging hope and strengthening prevention. Join us in “Creating Hope through Action” as we observe World Suicide Prevention Day today.

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Happy Sri Krishna Janmashtami! We hope that the blessings of Sri Krishna may always be with those in our community celebrating this day.

We are pleased to invite you to virtually attend the first meeting of the Board of Trustees for the 2023-2024 School Year, broadcasted live on YouTube.

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We are pleased to announce and congratulate the three winners of our DSB1 #readyforkindergarten contest!

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