News & Announcements

National Principal’s Day is recognized annually on May 1 to acknowledge the tremendous work of principals and vice-principals.

We thank DSB1 principals and vice-principals who play a crucial role each day in creating positive learning environments for students, promoting academic success, supporting staff in their roles, and empowering all learners to achieve personal excellence.

Learning about sun safety and how to enjoy the outdoors in a healthy and safe way is an essential part of every student’s education.

Click the Title to learn about five strategies to enjoy the outdoors safely.

Across DSB1, we take action to support the earth we live on each day, not just because we care about the natural world, but because we live on it. Students were excited to start using vermicomposters this year to reduce food waste in schools.

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We are eager to present the winning design for our DSB1 Pride Month T-Shirt Contest, created by a Grade 7 student attending Timiskaming District Secondary School (TDSS)!

A tremendous thank you to all the talented DSB1 students who participated in this contest.

Today, Friday, April 28, 2023, our flags and flags across the province and our communities are flown at half-mast to mark the annual National Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace.

Today is Administrative Professionals Day! We recognize the dedication of our DSB1 administrative staff, who are committed to supporting our students, staff, and families across our DSB1 regions. Thank you for everything you do – we truly appreciate you and your vital role in our DSB1 community.

Friday, April 21, 2023, is a Professional Activity Day for our DSB1 Staff for their learning and development.

We wish our families a wonderful weekend and look forward to welcoming students back to learning on Monday, April 24, 2023.

The April 2023 Strategic Plan Vignette showcases inspiring examples of students, staff, and families across our DSB1 regions connecting with community and celebrating each other by providing opportunities to build a sense of belonging.

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National Volunteer Week is April 16- 22. We celebrate our volunteers, the time, talent, and energy they share to strengthen the fabric of our community. Volunteering is an action we take to support one another and to help to make our communities strong and vibrant.

Families and all members of our School Councils are welcome and encouraged to attend the last Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) meeting of the 2022-2023 school year, held on Wednesday, April 19, at 6:00 p.m. online through Microsoft Teams.

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DSB1 French language learners in Senior Kindergarten to Grade 12 have the opportunity to register for free language classes offered through Canadian Parents for French (CPF) over a two-week period in May and early June.

Early registration open to DSB1 students closes on April 17, 2023.

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District School Board Ontario North East (DSB1) students from elementary schools across the Central region proudly participated in a DSB1 handball tournament hosted at Roland Michener Secondary School (RMSS).

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View an informative presentation from Drug Free Kids Canada which spotlights information about cannabis, alcohol, and vaping and offers helpful strategies to optimize conversations with youth about the use of cannabis and other substances.

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April 14, 2023, marks seven years since the 2016 Supreme Court of Canada decision which ruled that the federal government, as opposed to the provincial government, holds legal responsibility to legislate on issues of Métis peoples.

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Join DSB1 in supporting student learning. DSB1 is hiring tutors for the classroom across the district to support students with literacy in primary and junior grades from May 1 to June 16, 2023.

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International Day of Pink aims to create a more inclusive and diverse world rooted in kindness and courage. This day represents authenticity, allyship and the courage to be in solidarity with the 2SLGBTQIA + communities in the continued pursuit of equality and acceptance for all.

If you would like to support your learner’s literacy development but do not speak French, engaging in parallel tasks in English will support their in-class learning.  
 
Click the Title to access activities to support early reading.

We wish all DSB1, a safe and happy long weekend and look forward to welcoming back students and staff on Tuesday, April 11th.

Calling all current Grade 9-12 Ontario Youth Apprentice Program (OYAP) students and families! We are eager to learn about your experience with OYAP within District School Board Ontario North East (DSB1).

Click the Title to complete the OYAP Survey.

Students across District School Board Ontario North East (DSB1) recently participated in Board-hosted Skills Ontario competitions. Skills Ontario competitions are a unique opportunity that enables students to showcase their skills in specific areas.