The HDSB is starting the process of developing the 2025-2026 school year budget and will be seeking public feedback. Parents/guardians, students, staff, and community members are invited to a virtual Public Information Session on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025 at 7 p.m.

The Public Information session will provide key details about how the HDSB is funded, how resources are allocated and how you can provide input. Following the session, the HDSB will launch a public consultation process.

Visit our Budget Consultation webpage to learn more about the Budget Consultation Process and submit your questions for the Public Information Session: bit.ly/4iPGAdY

HDSB families, students, staff and community members are invited to an upcoming session of the Director’s Panel Series: Delving into the 2024-2028 Multi-Year Strategic Plan on Monday, Jan. 13 at 6 p.m. Learn more and submit your questions: bit.ly/3DHHmJI

The "Delving into the 2024-2028 Multi-Year Strategic Plan" virtual session will explore HDSB’s 2024-2028 Multi-Year Strategic Plan and how the six commitments it is built upon work to create inclusive and welcoming learning environments. Learn more: bit.ly/3DHHmJI

Join us as we discuss how the multi-year plan will be brought to life inside and outside classrooms to support the achievement and well-being of all and guide students toward a bright and successful future. Registration is not required. Learn more: bit.ly/3DHHmJI

Registration for the Delving into the 2024-2028 Multi-Year Strategic Plan on Monday, Jan. 13 at 6 p.m. is not required. Those interested in attending can submit a question to the panel before or during the session. Learn more and submit your questions: bit.ly/3DHHmJI

The HDSB is hosting Mental Health & Well-Being Information Sessions for parents/guardians. Join us for the first session, "Navigating the Digital World with Your Child", on Wednesday Jan. 22 at 6:45 p.m. Registration is required. Learn more and register: bit.ly/3PDVYg

"Navigating the Digital World with Your Child" will: -explore misconceptions about the online world -offer strategies to help parents/guardians guide children to engage with technology and understand what it means to grow up in a digital world. Register: bit.ly/3PDVYg

The HDSB invites parents/guardians/community members to attend the 2025 Parent Involvement Committee Conference: Getting Connected on Saturday, Feb. 8, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Elsie MacGill Secondary School in Milton. Register by Friday, Jan. 24: bit.ly/3C9xSqf

PIC conference is a free event with workshops, community partners, displays and a keynote address by Dr. Alex Russell, Ph.D., C.Psych., Clinical Psychologist, author of "Drop the Worry Ball: How to Parent in the Age of Entitlement". Register by Jan. 24: bit.ly/3C9xSqf

For the PIC conference lunch will be provided and free childminding for children aged 4-12 is available. Transportation within Halton may be available to those who require it. Learn more and register by Friday, Jan. 24: bit.ly/3C9xSqf

The HDSB is seeking input on the 2025-2026 budget to help guide decision-making. Parents/guardians, students, staff, community members are invited to provide input through an online survey by Feb. 9, 2025 at 4 p.m. Learn more and provide input at: bit.ly/HDSBBudgetCons…

The HDSB, in collaboration with SAVIS Halton and EFRY Hope and Help for Women, invites families/community members to an Anti-Sex Trafficking Information Session on Thursday Feb. 20, 2025, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Georgetown District High School (70 Guelph Street, Georgetown).

The HDSB, in collaboration with SAVIS of Halton and EFRY Hope and Help for Women, invites families and community members to an Anti-Sex Trafficking Information Session on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025. Learn more and register: bit.ly/3CsL4qw

Halton Police’s Job Ready program: haltonpolice.ca/en/staying-saf… “Our free Job Ready program equips Halton youth between the ages of 14 to 17 with resources and skills that will empower them to thrive as young professionals pursuing first-time employment."

Halton Police’s Job Ready program: haltonpolice.ca/en/staying-saf… "Successful applicants will learn how to build a compelling resume, harness interview skills, secure volunteer hours, and earn First Aid and CPR certifications."

Halton Police’s Job Ready program: haltonpolice.ca/en/staying-saf… “This program takes place March 10-12, 2025 inclusive, from 9:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. at the Halton Regional Police Service Headquarters in Oakville, ON."

Halton Police’s Job Ready program: haltonpolice.ca/en/staying-saf… “The deadline to apply is Monday, February 24 at 4:00 P.M. Space is limited and only successful applicants will be contacted." Click here to download the application: haltonpolice.ca/en/staying-saf…

Have a great summer! The first day of school for students is Wednesday, September 3. Our school office will reopen Monday, August 18. Register for school online: hdsb.ca/parents/Pages/…