Each year on November 20, International Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is recognized around the world in memory of Two Spirit, transgender, non-binary, and gender diverse people whose lives were lost to violent acts of transphobia. TDOR message: hwdsb.on.ca/blog/transgend…

Canada has declared November 20 as National Child Day to celebrate the rights of children. The date marks the anniversary of the United Nations adopting the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) on November 20, 1989. Learn more: nationalchildday.org

Schools will be OPEN for in-person learning tomorrow, Monday, November 21, 2022. All child care, extra-curricular activities, and rental permits at HWDSB will continue to operate as normal. Read letter from Sheryl Robinson Petrazzini to families: hwdsb.on.ca/blog/labour-up…

We're joining schools across Ontario to mark Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week! HWDSB is recognizing the week with a focus on cyberbullying. Educators have been provided with optional activities related to cyberbullying to help engage in rich conversations with students.

“Staff have identified cyberbullying as a priority they want to tackle. We need to continue to engage on the issue, and these materials can help.” Read our full message to learn how HWDSB is marking Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week 2022! Details: hwdsb.on.ca/blog/hwdsb-mar…

Interested in HWDSB's French Immersion Program? Learn all about it at this virtual information session tomorrow night! See below for details ⬇️

Don't forget tomorrow is Pizza Day! If you are paying cash, please be sure to send it with your student tomorrow morning. All orders are collected first thing and must be in to our pizza volunteers by 9am so they can place our pizza order.

Today, November 29, is Giving Tuesday 💝 For those of you who don't know, #GivingTuesdayCA is a global movement that takes place after Black Friday. It unleashes the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world through generosity.

Don't forget about tonight's French Immersion information session for Grade 7 and 8 students and families! See event details below if you're interested in learning more about the secondary school program ⬇️

Tomorrow is a busy day, HD Hurricanes! It's Picture Retake Day and Pizza Day! If you are paying cash for pizza, please send it with your student tomorrow morning. Orders are collected first thing and must be in to our pizza volunteers by 9am so they can place our order.

Happy December! Our December Updates are now up on the website: hwdsb.on.ca/helendetwiler/…

We're inviting all members of the HWDSB community to review the updated DRAFT Bullying Prevention and Intervention Policy to confirm it's ready to move to the approval stage. Participate in the survey: ca.research.net/r/SafeSchools Learn more about the policy: hwdsb.on.ca/blog/share-you…

It's the International Day of Persons with Disabilities! The United Nations started the event in 1992 as a day to help everyone become aware of the challenges faced by people with disabilities and to recognize the benefits of including people with disabilities in everyday life.

We've launched an interactive platform where students, families, staff, and communities can learn about HWDSB projects and follow processes as they happen. Head over to Engage HWDSB to sign up for an account and start sharing your voice 📢 Engage HWDSB: engagehwdsb.ca

Happy Hanukkah! HWDSB wishes light and laughter as celebrations of humankind and peace begin this evening.

Schools and childcare centres will be closed on Fri., Dec. 23, 2022, as a result of the major winter storm warning issued by Environment Canada. The Hamilton-Wentworth Student Transportation Services (HWSTS) has cancelled buses, and as a result, schools will be closed.

With the HWDSB's announcement tonight, it looks like we are kicking off winter break a little early! We wish our families and school community a relaxing and safe winter break. See you Monday, January 9th!

ALERT: The significant snowfall in #HamOnt while ended, continues to restrict travel, Jan 26. Road conditions for side streets are snow covered and icy. Buses are not running. As such, schools, childcare centres, and administrative buildings are closed.

Snow and freezing rain continue to fall in Hamilton, which means we're on storm watch. Any decision about school closures will be communicated by 6 a.m. tomorrow 🌨️ If buses aren't running, schools are closed and all learning is cancelled. Read more: hwdsb.on.ca/wp-content/upl…

ALERT: Schools and admin buildings are closed today, Feb 23, due to inclement weather and as a result of cancelled transportation. Buses are not running. All remote, eLearning, childcare, and in-person learning is cancelled.