News & Announcements

“What pride means to me is to be who you are and express yourself and be welcomed because you don’t choose what gender you like or are and should be accepted no matter what.” – Grade 9 student, Iroquois Falls Secondary School

Students at Iroquois Falls Secondary School (IFSS) created original soapstone carvings through a hands-on workshop.

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Learning about Indigenous language and culture is woven into the teachings and curriculum across our DSB1 schools and programs.

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“The large flag represents everyone in the LGBTQQIP2SA community. The hearts surrounding the flag are all unique in their form to represent and celebrate that everyone is different in their own unique way.”

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All DSB1 schools will be closed to students on Friday, June 9, as DSB1 staff engage in a day of learning during a scheduled Professional Activity Day.

We wish our students and families a wonderful weekend ahead!

My uncle is gay and pride month gives him a month where he can be himself and other people are there to support him as well as no one will judge him.” – Grade 7 student, Iroquois Falls Secondary School

We join our communities in expressing gratitude for the dedication of all school crossing guards in their crucial role. Thank you for your commitment to keeping students safe across Ontario and within our DSB1 regions.

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June is National Indigenous History Month which recognizes the history, heritage, contributions, and diversity of Indigenous peoples.
 
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DSB1 participated in the 11th annual Steps for Life Walk to raise awareness about safety for new and current workers. We walk for those who cannot.

During Pride Month this June, we are eager to share the voices of our DSB1 students in addition to the creations of the finalists of our DSB1 Pride T-Shirt Contest.

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DSB1 recognizes all Canadian Armed Forces personnel who have and continue to serve our country. We express our sincere gratitude and appreciation for your bravery, courage, and sacrifice.

As part of National AccessAbility Week, May 31 is Red Shirt Day of Action for AccessAbility and Inclusion.

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DSB1 invites students, families, and staff to join our final Indigenous Speaker Series for the 2022-2023 school year featuring Jamal Gagnon, a past Indigenous Student Trustee for DSB1.
 
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DSB1 is eager to invite families of incoming Kindergarten students to attend a virtual family information session on Thursday, June 1, at 8:00 p.m. on YouTube Live.
 
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DSB1 is pleased to offer summer learning programs for all secondary students from the end of June to the end of July, including reach ahead credits available for students currently in Grade 8.
Contact your Guidance Counsellor for course details and to register.  

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We are pleased to share with you the 2023-2024 School Year Calendar created in collaboration with Conseil Scolaire Catholique de District des Grandes Rivieres, Conseil Scolaire Public du Nord-Est de L'Ontario, and Northeastern Catholic District School Board.

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National AccessAbility Week provides an opportunity to celebrate the valuable contributions and leadership of Canadians with disabilities, highlight the ongoing work to remove barriers and reflect on the continuing efforts to become a better, more accessible, more inclusive Canada.

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Source: Government of Canada

We hope you have a wonderful and safe long weekend!  We look forward to welcoming students and staff back on Tuesday, May 23, 2023.

May 18, 2023, marks the second annual Students Against Impaired Driving (SAID) Day. This day recognizes the importance of safe and sober driving and honours the memory of those whose lives have been lost to impaired and distracted driving.