IMPORTANT: All OCDSB Schools and Administration Buildings will be closed tomorrow, Friday, December 23rd. Students and staff should remain home. There will be no learning activities taking place on Friday, including virtual schools. Learn more: ow.ly/RUmB50MaOGW

ATTENTION - All school buses and vans serving the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board are cancelled today, January 13, 2023, due to poor weather conditions. Schools are still open. Parents are welcome to drop off their children at school and pick them up at regular bell times.

Makar Sankranti is a Hindu observance that marks the change from a decrease to an increase of the sun. It marks the beginning of the harvest season. Sending our best wishes to all in our community who are celebrating!

Thursday, January 19th is Black Excellence Day at the OCDSB. Visit our website to learn more about Black Excellence Day and how your class can take part: ow.ly/i1qe50Ms49B

Will your child be 4 years old by December 31, 2023? It's time to register for Kindergarten at the OCDSB! Visit ocdsb.ca/kindergarten to register or find a parent information night near you.

#OCDSB Students: ‘OCDSB Cares’ lets you share concerns about bullying, safety at school, mental health, and more. Both text and web chat options are available, and are completely anonymous. Learn more at ocdsb.ca/cares.

Join us February 11 for “Black History: A Day of Celebration”! The event includes a keynote address by Meghan Stewart, staff, student and community performances, and a chance to learn about the work of Black Excellence Student Clubs. Learn more & register: ow.ly/Anz550MCqoy

Grateful for our Chief Custodian Denis Seguin for keeping our walkways clear, no matter how much it snows!

We're hiring! The OCDSB is currently looking to fill the position of Family and Community Engagement Coordinator. Interested? Applications will be accepted until February 9th at 2:00 p.m. Learn more and apply today: ow.ly/p0gY50MI56k

Polar Vortex? -40 wind chill? No problem!! More time to play chess!!

When you give a little, you help a lot! Toonie Tuesday is back on February 21st, and this year's goal is to raise $80,000 to support OCDSB students with what they need to be successful! Learn more about Toonie Tuesday or donate today: ow.ly/ELet50MJr02 Education Foundation of Ottawa

Do you want to talk to someone about your mental or emotional health, but don’t know where to turn to for help? You are not alone. Please visit our website for a list of local resources: ow.ly/C7xX50N16wY

So happy to have the beauty of music back in our school! Congratulations to all of our student musicians and to Maestro Yates for a fantastic evening!

Wishing all our students, staff members, and families a safe and fun March Break! There will be no classes from March 13-17, and all #OCDSB EarlyON Child and Family Centres will be closed.

Looking to learn more about how children and youth use social media, and what you can do to help them avoid negative experiences? Join the OCDSB and MediaSmarts on April 19th for “Social Media and Your Kids”, an OCDSB Speaker Series webinar. Learn more: ow.ly/SSg850NhYYW

#OCDSB Students: If you have a concern about bullying, safety at school, mental health, or something else, you can report it anonymously through 'OCDSB Cares'. Learn how it works at ocdsb.ca/cares.

Join ParentsforDiversity and OCDSB this Saturday, March 25 for "Supporting Black Student Success: Parent Advocacy Conference"! Parents/caregivers will be able to learn, share their own thoughts, and network with each other and community partners. Learn more: ow.ly/fCrL50N7x3Z

Ramadan is a month of fasting, self-examination, and religious devotion that ends with Eid al-Fitr. We wish all who are observing a Blessed Ramadan!

Reminder: The OCDSB’s School Climate Survey for Parents and Caregivers will close on March 24th at 11:59 p.m. Don’t miss this chance to provide important feedback about your child’s school. Learn more: ow.ly/IcfI50Nb5y3

ATTENTION - All school buses and vans serving the OCDSB are cancelled today, Apr 05, 2023, due to poor weather conditions. Schools are still open. Parents are welcome to drop off children at school and pick them up at regular bell times.