News & Announcements

We look forward to welcoming back students and staff back to learning on Monday, January 8, 2024!

As we enter 2024 together, we are eager to continue supporting and empowering all learners to achieve personal excellence.

Ongoing educational research and practice has changed what we know about how students learn mathematical concepts and skills. In turn, so have the Ontario curriculum goals for math instruction.

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Please click on the title to read the message from the Chair of the Board and Director of Education.

As we soon welcome our students and all staff back to school, we’d like to highlight the 15th finalist of DSB1’s 2023 Holiday Card Contest!

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We wish our students, staff, families and community members a safe and enjoyable winter break and holiday season!

All DSB1 schools will re-open on Monday, January 8, 2024, when learning resumes in the new year.

As you head outside this winter break, take a photo of your snowy creations and tag DSB1!

Artwork: Grade 6 student, Englehart Public School

As snowflakes dance through the sky this winter, let’s embrace the winter weather together!

Artwork: Grade 4 student, Timmins Centennial Public School

January 4 honours National Ribbon Skirt Day. Celebrated across the country, National Ribbon Skirt Day recognizes the important role of ribbon skirts in representing a person’s pride in their identity, diversity, and strength.

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Sunny skies and crisp winter air make for the best conditions for embarking on outdoor adventures.

Artwork: Grade 5 student, Cochrane Public School

Happy New Year’s Day, DSB1! As we welcome the first day of 2024, we are mindful of the 364 ahead. Each day is a new day to collectively commit to demonstrating our mission through our actions – together, we inspire innovation and a passion for learning.

Artwork: Grade 1 student, Schumacher Public School