Happy International #LiteracyDay! We ensure that students get #BackToBasics by teaching core knowledge and skills in reading, writing, spelling, vocabulary, reading fluency and comprehension across all grades. Learn more about how we get #BackToBasics: ontario.ca/backtobasics

Many parents think that talking about suicide will make things worse, but most children feel relief. If you’re not sure how to have this difficult discussion - we can help. Book a single session with one of our therapists at counsellingconnect.org. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

💙 On World Suicide Prevention Day, we shine a light of hope and support. Every action counts—spread awareness, start conversations, reach out, and learn the signs. OCSB Mental Health and Well-Being #WSPD #BeTheLight #ocsbHope #ocsbBeWell

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. If your child is struggling with their mental health, Kids Help Phone offers free, confidential support to kids, teens & young adults.

#DYK financial literacy helps students learn the importance of saving, budgeting, and setting long-term financial goals. Learn more: ontario.ca/page/financial… Education Ontario #BackToSchool

Youth suicide is a complex, tragic, and sadly, prevalent issue in Canada. The SMH-ON team is honoured to be a partner on the development of a National Guide for Suicide Prevention and Life Promotion in Schools. smho-smso.ca/online-resourc… #WorldSuicidePreventionDay #WSPD2024

Happy New School Year! This month's tip from Enviro Centre: See how many trips you can make an active one by walking or wheeling to school!🚶🧑‍🦽🚴#ActiveTransportation EnviroCentre City of Ottawa

Reminder to share your thoughts on the practical life skills students should be learning in school! Let us know, survey closes at 5:00 p.m. ET on October 1: ontario.ca/form/survey-eq…

SMH-ON recently revised the Prepare, Prevent, Respond – Suicide Prevention Guide for Parents and Caregivers. The guide answers FAQs on how to support your child if they have been experiencing thoughts of suicide. smho-smso.ca/online-resourc… #WorldSuicidePreventionDay #WSPD2024

Why aren’t we paying more attention to the well-being of those who teach and support our children? It’s time to care about the humans behind our schools. Learn more: ow.ly/zBV250TkcQn CPCO #EducationMatters #StaffWellbeing

As September 30th approaches it is vital that we continue to educate ourselves throughout the month but most importantly, throughout the year. As The Honourable Justice Murray Sinclair once said.. “Education got us into this mess and education will get us out of it.”

✨Exciting start to the school year at the #OCSB! Our first Board Meeting was filled with energy as we welcomed new Student Trustees and discussed updates from summer programs. We also reviewed key reports on capital priorities and policy revisions. #ocsbBeCommunity #ocsbStudents

Parents/caregivers often wonder what the signs are, or how they can know if their child is experiencing a mental health problem. This resource was designed to answer that question and to offer ways you can provide support. smho-smso.ca/online-resourc… #MentalHealthResources

Spirit Bear hopes to see you participating in this year's Orange Shirt Day, but he also wants to make sure there's enough room for everyone! Register your place through the links below: 🔶 Beechwood: ow.ly/5glE50TlfKE 🔶 Downtown: ow.ly/QwaA50TlfKC

Thank you Ms. E and to the Ottawa Catholic School Board for the review! Let’s keep building. WATCH HERE: m.youtube.com/watch?v=8dgvMK… Ottawa CSPA Tom D'Amico OCSB Black Employee Network (BEN) @OCSBEquity -hellohope.ca

Ontario schools have job skills programs that help students explore in-demand careers in the skilled trades, such as construction! Starting today, visit one of the many Level Up! career fairs happening across Ontario to learn more about the skilled trades.

Media Smart and Media Wise launch Teen Fact-Checking Network - great to see the focus on Critical Thinking in the age of deepfakes and misinformation mediasmarts.ca/teen-fact-chec… Ottawa CSPA #ocsb

Want to learn more about the new Mental Health Literacy Modules for Career Studies? Check out this video. youtube.com/watch?v=VUmQSV… #SchoolMentalHealthON

Congrats you two! Looking forward to you sharing your voice at the table.

On September 29th, come walk for Rudhro Prince as we remember this incredible young boys life!! He was 8 years of age when he passed away from a severe asthma attack! Such a tragic loss for his family! Let’s see you there!! 💙St. Mary School Ottawa Catholic School Board CHEO Ottawa