News & Announcements

Today is World Education Support Personnel Day.

We are eager to recognize the professionalism, experience, and commitment of each Education Support Worker within DSB1 and their integral role within our schools, offices, and learning spaces. Thank you for helping to foster caring environments and empowering all learners to achieve personal excellence!

May 15 is International Day of Families which provides an opportunity to increase awareness and knowledge of the social, economic, and demographic changes affecting families.

The 2023 International Day of Families raises awareness around demographic changes and their impact on families.

Children and Youth in Care Day, recognized annually on May 14, acknowledges the valuable contributions that current and former youth in care make to our province, as well as the strength and resilience shown by these individuals in the face of adversity.

Thank you to the mothers, caretakers, and families of our DSB1 students, staff, and community who provide their love and support each day.

Emergency Preparedness Week (May 7-13, 2023) encourages Canadians to build awareness about actions people can take for prepare for emergency situations.

Today, May 10, at 12:55 PM, there is a scheduled Alert Ready test. This test will sound on radio, television, and LTE compatible mobile devices – including those in our DSB1 classrooms.

Click the Title to visit GetPrepared.ca to access a range of online guides and resources.

Moose Hide Campaign Day is a day for connecting, learning, and sharing. The Moose Hide Campaign is an Indigenous-led grassroots movement recognized across Canada, supporting a collective journey of reconciliation and creating a country free of violence against all women and children.

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You are invited to virtually attend the upcoming DSB1 Board Meeting on Tuesday, May 16, beginning at 6:15 p.m. For the complete agenda, visit the “Board Meetings & Minutes” under “Board Info” using the navigation menu at www.dsb1.ca

May 10 is recognized as a day to “Bear Witness” to Jordan’s Principle, which honours Jordan River Anderson and his family.

Jordan’s Principle ensures First Nations children living in Canada have access to the health, social and educational products, services and supports they need when they need them.

Click the Title to learn more about Bear Witness Day and Jordan’s Principle.

DSB1 is pleased to offer its summer learning program for all elementary students from Kindergarten to Grade 6 from July 3-21, 2023. Pre-registration for our Elementary Summer Learning Program is now open until May 10, 2023, which will help determine program offerings and options for in-person and virtual learning.

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DSB1 invites our communities, families, and youth over the age of 12 to attend a free presentation on Human Trafficking on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at 7:00 p.m.
No registration is required – all are welcome.

To attend virtually, please click the Title.