DSB1 is excited to announce its partnership with the Timmins Learning Centre to host a FREE Summer Literacy Club from July 12 to August 18, 2022! DSB1 students in Grades 1 to 6 will be able to participate in the Summer Literacy Club on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays for 1.5...

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DSB1 is committed to actively supporting our students, staff, and families in creating safe spaces to learn, grow, and explore. 
This week we are pleased to share 2SLGBTQIA+ resources to support members and allies of our DSB1 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

 

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DSB1 is proud of its French as a Second Language Programs!
To understand our needs, set goals and implement actions we  invite all families who have child(ren) taking Core French or French Immersion to complete this survey by July 29, 2022.
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June 21 is commemorated as National Indigenous Peoples Day.
Across DSB1 schools, we are proud to recognize and honour our students, staff, and their families who identify as Indigenous by flying their Nation flags.
 

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At DSB1, we recognize that championing inclusivity begins with fostering supportive spaces for dialogue and student voice. Click here to view a student-developed presentation by Grade 10 student, Caydon who discusses the definitions of 2SLGBTQIA+ and how to support the DSB1 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

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Across DSB1, learning about Indigenous culture takes place inside and outside of the classroom.  Land-based learning allows students to learn about Indigenous Worldview as it relates to making connections between human and natural systems. This environmentally focused approach enables students to deepen their understanding and appreciation of the history of land...

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June is celebrated as Pride Month in Canada!
This week we’re highlighting the importance of language surrounding 2SLGBTQIA+. Celebrating individuality, identity, and expression begins with understanding and compassion.
For even more information, access Egale’s downloadable resource on 2SLGBTQI Terms and Concepts and The Genderbread Person and LGBTQI2S Glossary...

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Indigenous culture is rooted in rich history and well-established traditions.
One of the many traditional practices of Indigenous culture is the Jingle Dress Dance.
Jingle Dress dancers move lightly, kicking out their heels and moving to the drumbeat. Jingle Dresses are lined with rows upon rows of metal...

DSB1 is eager to host Jamie McMillan, professional motivational speaker, and tradesperson for an informational webinar, presented to students and to families on June 7, 2022. 
During this webinar, Jamie will share her experiences and provide information on the vast opportunities for sustainable careers in skilled trades and technology....

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June is designated as Pride Month in Canada. 
Students and staff across DSB1 are proud to fly the Pride flag and hold events to demonstrate their commitment to fostering school environments that are safe spaces for all.
Each week we will also be honouring Pride Month by...

Tomorrow marks the start of National Indigenous History Month.
Throughout June, we will be honouring the history, heritage, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples and recognizing how students at DSB1 learn about and participate in Indigenous culture and traditions.
At Timmins High and Vocational School, students demonstrate...

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Within DSB1, we are spreading POSITIVITY across our schools and communities to enhance our culture of caring. 
Join the Positivity Challenge and share a social media post or story showing your positivity or your positive messaging and tag DSB1!

Thank you to Timmins Centennial Public School that has...

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Thank you Jamie and Bailey for sharing with us your well-being tips from your Five Ways to Walk & Talk Family Challenge !  
Growing happiness into our lives can help us navigate life's challenges and become more resilient. It's important to continue to seek our and uncover...

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Thank you Clara for sharing with us how you Give as part of the Five Ways to Well-Being Challenge!
Giving is an essential part of well-being. Whether it be your time, your words or your presence. Giving is a two way process – your acceptance of what someone...

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DSB1 Early Learning Program provides our youngest learners with a great place to grow!
Students build team capacity in early learning kindergarten classrooms and outdoor learning environments through play-based and inquiry-based instruction.
In the examples below, students at Schumacher Public School, learn about animal adaptations and animal habitats...

Thank you Leland for sharing with us how you Keep Learning as part of the Five Ways to Well-Being Challenge!
Keep Learning is such a vital part of well-being. Continue to embrace new experiences, to seek opportunities to learn and to grow. Together, we can bring to life DSB1’s...

DSB1 is proud to provide all students with opportunities to learn about Indigenous history, culture and ways of being. Students from New Liskeard Public School had the pleasure to learn about Jingle Dancing from Janice Wabie, a member of Timiskaming First Nation earlier this year. Chi Meegwetch for sharing your...

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Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) allows students to solve complex problems and develop transferable skills. STEM tasks enable students to apply their learning in concrete and hands-on ways.    Students in Grade 5 learn about harnessing the power of wind, a renewable resource, to move objects, using everyday...

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Thank you Phoenix and Leland for sharing these tips to Be Active as part of the Five Ways to Well-Being Challenge!

Exercising makes us feel good and is associated with lower rates of depression and anxiety. It’s important to find activities that we enjoy and get moving! 

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Thank you Olivia for sharing with us how you Take Notice as part of the Five Ways to Well-Being Challenge!
Take Notice is an important part of well-being. Remembering to take time and appreciate the simple things that give us joy. Take Notice today and appreciate what matters...

DSB1 is proud to provide meaningful opportunities for students to develop 21st Century Literacy Skills.
21st Century Literacy refers to leveraging technology to communicate understanding through video, images, audio and text and the abilities necessary to problem-solve, collaborate, and present information through multimedia.

In the examples below, students use...

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Thank you Ram for sharing with us how you Connect as part of the Five Ways to Well-Being Challenge!
Connect is an important part of well-being. We can connect by talking, listening, being there for others and with the environment around us. Building connections will support and enrich...

This week is Education Week! Each day of the week, we will highlight an area of learning and show examples from DSB1 students. Today, we are proud to show how DSB1 students learn about coding as part of the elementary math curriculum. Students in Kindergarten learn how to navigate a...

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April is denoted as Autism Acceptance Month, an important month for recognizing individuals with autism and students with autism within our schools.
Students, educators, board members, and community members came together to participate in Golden Avenue Public School’s annual Autism Acceptance Flag Raising Ceremony, followed by a Community...

This year DSB1 is pleased to be offering two different summer learning programs for elementary students from Kindergarten to Grade 7 that will begin July 4, 2022 and run until July 22, 2022. 
The first option is a half-day in-person or virtual class. For in-person learning, your child will attend...

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As we celebrate Earth Day, we are proud to highlight the Food for Thought - Sustainable Urban Farming  project at Kapuskasing District High School.  Food for Thought is an experiential, project-based learning initiative that teaches students how to grow food using indoor hydroponic and aquaponic systems. Students are responsible...

Calling all DSB1 students!! 📣
Staff took on the challenge to Give. 
Giving is a two way process – your acceptance of what someone else gives is good for them as well as you. 
Now it’s the students' turn to show us how they demonstrate the Five...

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Calling all DSB1 students!! 📣

Staff took on the challenge to Keep Learning.
When we keep learning, we can bring to life DSB1’s vision to empower all learners to achieve personal excellence! 
Now it’s the students' turn to show us how they demonstrate the Five Ways...

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Calling all DSB1 students!! 📣
Staff took on the challenge to Be Active. 
Exercising makes us feel good!  Find the activity that you enjoy and get moving! 
Now it’s the students' turn to show us how they demonstrate the Five Ways to Well-Being: Connect, Take Notice,...

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This month's Strategic Plan Vignette features how DSB1 schools foster environmental stewardship through varied learning opportunities! 🌎

Learn more about our Strategic Plan at www.dsb1.ca.

 

Calling all DSB1 students!! 📣
Staff took on the challenge to Take Notice.
We are all busy and we rarely have time to reflect on our feelings and appreciate the small things. Take Notice today and appreciate what matters to you. 
Students, now it’s your turn...

April 2 is International Children's Book Day. This year, we asked our DSB1 coaches to share with us their some of their favourite books! Together we can continue to inspire a love of reading and call attention to children’s books. 
Here were some of their favourites! 
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Canadian Parents for French, in partnership with the Ministry of Education, is offering all French as a Second Language students the opportunity to engage in free virtual sessions to practice their French language conversational skills. 
Learn more about this opportunity available to all SK - 12 students studying...

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Calling all DSB1 students!! 📣
DSB1 staff took on the challenge to Connect. 
We can connect by talking, listening and being there for others.  Building connections will support and enrich every day!
Students, now it’s your turn to show us how you use the...

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We #StandWithUkraine 💙💛 On March 10, DSB1 students and staff joined other school boards across Ontario and honoured "Blue and Yellow Day".  
 

Bertha Shaw Public School, has an interactive Bulletin Board this month in lead up to World Poetry Day.  Students had the opportunity to write and share poems individually and as a class.

Educator teams from Timmins Centennial Public School bundled up to participate in three days of outdoor learning with RECE and Director of Education, Jill Bienenstock from Bienenstock Natural Playgrounds.  Jill shared her knowledge and expertise in creating outdoor learning experiences for our youngest students that follow the qualities of big...

​ At District School Board Ontario North East (DSB1), we value the heritage, history and traditions of the diverse population of students, families and staff across our District. We value and promote a caring and respectful culture within our schools, communities and beyond.

We #StandWithUkraine as an unjust war is...

Join the Cochrane-Smooth Rock Falls Victim Services on International Women's Day for free online presentations!
Mindfulness and Courage in Difficult Times for Women
Tuesday, March 8 at 10 a.m.
  Mindfulness and Courage in Difficult Times for Teen Girls (14 to 20 years old) Tuesday, March 8 at...

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Our thoughts are with the Kapawe'no First Nation and all Indigenous Nations and communities across Canada.

169 potential unmarked graves were identified outside of the former St. Eugene's Mission site, about 370 kilometres northwest of Edmonton.
As the tally of these confirmations continue to grow across our...

The March Strategic Plan Vignette is here!! 📣

This month, we asked our schools to show us how they foster a culture of caring. 💕 

 

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Today is Random Act of Kindness Day!
Here are how some of our schools are spreading kindness! 
Englehart P.S. has been working on a kindness wall. Each time a student does an act of kindness, they put their name, grade, and act of kindness they did onto the...

​ Our thoughts are with the Keeseekoose First Nation and all Indigenous Nations and communities across what we know as Canada. 
There has been another devastating confirmation of approximately 54 unmarked graves, near two former residential schools: Fort Pelly school and St. Philips residential school in Saskatchewan.  

We...

On February 1, 2022, Administrative Council and Leads presented the mid-year Strategic Plan implementation update to the Board of Trustees. The presentation was organized according to our Strategic Plan. Presenters brought forward evidence on our three annual goals and on each of the nine Strategic Actions found in our plan....

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This month's Strategic Plan Vignette features how we bring to life our Strategic Action of Student Voice.  In DSB1, we actively listen to and support students to become confident leaders and learners. 

 

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Over the past few days, we have witnessed acts of racism and hate in our country’s capital.

Collectively, we must speak out against such hate and take action towards an inclusive Canada.

We are reminded of the importance of education and respectful dialogue to a healthy and diverse society.

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  Registering your child for Kindergarten is an important milestone! 🍎
Register your child for Kindergarten at a DSB1 school throughout the month of February.

Kindergarten registrations will be done completely online! Visit our Kindergarten page to learn more and to register your child!
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Superintendent Niemi and her team presented the DSB1 French as a Second Language Plan to the Board of Trustees. on January 18, 2022.  The team presented highlights of the data gathered for the creation of the plan, as well as the goals that will be included in the plan.  The presentation was...

Timmins High & Vocational School raised $2,000 for Living Space in memory of former student Riley Duchesne.  Dakota, Evan and Brady proudly presented the donation to Kelsey MacDonnell, Volunteer Coordinator with Living Space.  The funds raised will support the important work that Living Space is doing in the community.  We are so proud...

 
This month, we asked our schools to show us how they connect with community partners.🙌
We’re so thrilled to see how our schools collaborate with community partners to create meaningful learning experiences for students! 💗

Students in Mrs. Scott’s class have been working alongside Mike Scott,  a Business Development Consultant at  The Business Enterprise Centre . Mike supports entrepreneurs and SMEs (small and mid-size enterprises) throughout the region with one-on-one consultation services, business development programs and frequent workshops. He facilitates entrepreneurship programs such...

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This week is Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week.  
Bullying prevention and intervention is about more than eliminating bullying. Bullying prevention promotes the development of healthy relationships, both in-person and online.  These relationships are important to developing and maintaining mentally healthy and caring learning environments.  
Students who have quality...

  This month, our Strategic Plan vignette features our strategic action of Growth Mindset.  Outdoor learning is a key component to fostering curiosity and building new skills.  

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  Miigwetch to the students in the Cree classes at R. Ross Beattie Senior Public School for this beautiful video, reminding us that we are all treaty people.

The Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) had a great first meeting on Wednesday, October 20, 2021.  The meeting included 15 family members, a member of the community, the Chair of the Board and four school administrators!
PIC is open to any DSB1 family member who would like to participate.  
There are...

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This week, the DSB1 along with our partners at the Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA), is working to raise civic awareness among our students by observing Local Government Week. 

School board trustees are the oldest form of elected representation in Ontario. Since 1807, generations of community-minded citizens...

  Students at Kirkland Lake District Composite School created a video to explain this year's Skills Ontario robotics competition! 🤩

A message from the Technical Co-Chairs for the Skills Ontario Robotics competition:   “ I’m one of the Technical Co-Chairs for the Skills Ontario Robotics competition. I’m responsible for...

​ “It is essential to commemorate National Day for Truth and Reconciliation because it honours all those still suffering from the intergenerational trauma caused by these injustices to the Indigenous people. It commemorates all those who are still suffering from these injustices, those who never made it home, all...

​ "The reason why it’s important to acknowledge the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is to honour the survivors of the residential schools, to the mothers and fathers who never got to see their children again, and for those who lost their wild and free inner child that day, and...

​"As a settler and a teacher, it is important for me to observe National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in a visible way. In order to develop a culture of caring and a sense of belonging in our schools, all students must be seen and heard. Steps like this will...

  Thank you Noah for sharing why the Calls to Action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada are so important.  Let us follow Noah’s lead and take action to improve our relations between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people in our country. 

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Janelle, a DSB1 student, has an important message for all of us as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation approaches.  She highlights why it is important to reflect on the legacy of residential schools and take action towards reconciliation.  

" I'm a survivor. Put your orange shirt on and walk with us on September 30 for survivors everywhere. I love you all. Let's walk for our ancestors and always remember to love." -   George Rose Paul Martin
This year, September 30 will be designated as National Day for...

It has been amazing to see so many smiling faces in our schools over the last week!  Wishing every DSB1 student and staff the best year ever! 

 

Information Services has launched a new portal in order to better serve staff and students. 
Go to the DSB1 Help Desk to:
 Create a work order Search the knowledge base View open tickets
Are you looking for Webmail? Click on the Office 365 button and find the Outlook App from the bar...

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Kindergarten graduates https://youtu.be/TqQpdpIOHOQ Grade 6 graduates https://youtu.be/RLgpeYzm38M Grade 8 graduates https://youtu.be/DG1Kucu-DaM Grade 12 graduates https://youtu.be/O9HFaTFo2XE

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We would like to thank Superintendents Jo-Ann Farmer and Pearl Fong-West for their incredible years of service!  Both have had long and meaningful careers with District School Board Ontario North East (DSB1). Superintendent Farmer joined the organization in 1995 as a Vice-Principal.  She was also a Principal, Lead for Special...

DSB1 is proud to bring to you our 2021 Virtual Pride Parade to celebrate Pride Month! 🌈 Thank you to the Mental Health Team for creating the video and to everyone who participated and showed us their Pride! Enjoy!
 

​We are so pleased to announce our three regional winners for the #readyforkindergarten contest!   🎉Congratulations to our Northern Regional winner Alaina from Cochrane Public School!   🎉Congratulations to our Central Regional winner Gavin from Bertha Shaw Public School!   🎉Congratulations to our Southern Regional winner Miles from New...

​   The June Strategic Plan vignette is here!! 📣
Check-out our last vignetter of the 2020-2021 School year! This month, we asked our schools to show us how they’ve been innovating throughout the Covid-19 Pandemic. 💪

District School Board Ontario North East (DSB1) Student Senate comprises three students from each secondary school, one of whom identifies as Indigenous. The Senate elected two Student Trustees and one Indigenous Student Trustee to represent them at the board table next year.  A motion was passed at the Board meeting...

  The May Strategic Plan vignette is here!! 📣
This month, we asked our schools to show us how they boost their mental health and well-being. Come see how our students and staff embrace wellness and well-being in this month’s vignette! 🙌

Congratulations to the  Five   Ways   to   Well-being   Challenge  winners! DSB1 participated in the Five Ways to Well-Being Campaign as part of Mental Health Week. 
We hosted a challenge, encouraging students to submit how they bring to life the Five Ways to Well-Being: Connect, Take Notice, Be Active, Keep...

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Effective Monday, April 19, 2021, the government moved all students to distance learning indefinitely.  When there is a change in messaging, we will communicate this information.  Students in our high support classes continue to be support in-person or virtually. 

  The April  Strategic Plan vignette is here!! 📣
This month, we asked our schools to show us how students engage in learning outdoors. Come see how our students and staffs embrace the great outdoors in this month’s vignette! 🙌

  Our Strategic Plan Vignettes are back by popular demand! 📣

 This month, we asked our schools to show us how they continue to build school spirit, and wow did they ever!  We’re so thrilled to see how our schools are keeping spirits high during these trying times.
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Ms. Pollock's BTT10A Class and Mr. Code's Grade 11 Welding Class from Timiskaming District Secondary School are hosting a Facebook auction from April 6 th to April 8 th to raise funds for Zack's Crib.
Zack's Crib is a local charity working towards developing and establishing a safe bed...

  Student Success and Pathways continues to support students in exploring skilled trades and showcasing their work.  They are hosting "Trades Up" skills competitions as a fun and creative way to engage students.  Here is a video of students at Englehart High School participating in Trades up.  They created 14 garden...

​ DSB1's Indigenous Instructional Coach, Erin Buchmann, has launched a podcast called Word Up.   She is joined by a different co-host from one of our schools and a special guest for each episode. Tune-in to explore and learn about our collective history and how we can prepare young people to create...

​ District School Board North East is truly grateful for the support and kindness from Glencore Kidd Operations. Their generous donation will go a long way in keeping our students, staff and schools safe during these trying times. It is with our greatest appreciation that we thank Glencore Kidd Operations for...

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Our talented students and staff from Roland Michener Secondary School organized a snow sculpture challenge for the month of February. Snow piles were made by Mr. Beerman, a local contractor, and classes spent a few weeks making their sculptures. Check out the letter from Mrs. Standeven’s class, as...

During the month of February, the students and staff from Kirkland Lake District Composite School took part in the "Corona Can’t Challenge". Check out their YouTube clip to see how they continue to thrive during the pandemic!   

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We know that the holiday break will be different this year.  It has been a challenging year, and it has taken a toll on the mental health of many families and children. Beyond this, with school being closed, some of the usual supports for your children might not be...

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We would like to thank all of our staff, students and families for their valued collaboration in keeping our schools as safe as possible since the beginning of the 2020-2021 school year. 
We are planning for schools to re-open on January 4, 2021.  
However, given that the...

On Friday, December 11, the board office staff challenged the staff across our schools to take part in a Holiday Spirit Day! It was a fun way to connect staff from Temagami to Hearst, and everywhere in between!  
Thank you to everyone who took part to have some fun together, ahead...

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Orange Shirt Day is being honoured across Canada on September 30, 2020.     This important day provides an opportunity to continue the conversation about Canada's residential school system and the lasting impacts we see today.
District School Board Ontario North East (DSB1) is committed to reconciliation through the 94 calls to action from the Truth...

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DSB1 Staff and students are excited to be back in school! This vignette shows the safety measures put in place by DSB1 and the amazing learning that is happening in our schools. Enjoy!
  To learn more about our Strategic Plan, visit www.dsb1.ca

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Mary Jane Archibald is the owner of Cree Mij Designs, located in Cochrane, ON. Cree Mij Designs is an Indigenous business that provides crafting supplies, sewing supplies and services, Indigenous gifts, language and culture services and so much more. Mary Jane is passionate about revitalizing the Cree Language “L” dialect....

​ District School Board Ontario North East requires a Public School Board Trustee to serve the communities of Timiskaming Shores, Temagami and Elk Lake   The successful applicant will serve on the Board of Trustees of District School Board Ontario North East and represent the interest of the area from Timiskaming...

The Ministry of Education has announced that all District School Board Ontario North East (DSB1) schools will reopen in a conventional model with enhanced public health measures on September 3, 2020.   
This means that students will attend school all day, every day. 
Families must choose to either...

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Our Mental Health & Well-being Team understands that students may be experiencing a wide range of emotions and questions during these uncertain and unprecedented times.   Encourage your child to join them for weekly seminars designed to support their well-being and strengthen their resiliency.   Below is the schedule for the week of August 10 to 14,...

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Our Mental Health & Well-being Team understands that students may be experiencing a wide range of emotions and questions during these uncertain and unprecedented times.   Encourage your child to join them for weekly seminars designed to support their well-being and strengthen their resiliency.   Below is the schedule for the week of August 4...

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July 3, 2020
Dear families,
We are happy to share with you that our Mental Health & Well-being Team will be providing support services throughout the summer.   We understand that families and students may be experiencing a wide range of emotions and questions during these uncertain and unprecedented...

We are so pleased to share our June Strategic Plan Vignette, which celebrates the DSB1 community's successes this year!

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In the below videos, the Minister of Education, Stephen Lecce, congratulates all graduates as they have persevered through unusual circumstances this year.
Kindergarten graduates Grade 8 graduates Grade 12 graduates


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The DSB1 Board of Trustees share an important message with the graduating class of 2020!
 

​ June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. It is a day to celebrate the unique heritage, cultural diversity and rich traditions of Indigenous peoples. DSB1 students and staff shared actions they are taking for Indigenous History Month. This video was created to celebrate National Indigenous People's day while honouring physical...

​ Since the mandatory school closures across Ontario on March 13, District School Board Ontario North East (DSB1) has been exploring how to safely and responsibly re-open our schools.  
Although the Ministry of Education has said that students will return to the classroom in September, a formal announcement on the...

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Odyssey is currently hiring Language Monitors.  To learn more and apply for this opportunity, please view the job posting below:
Programme Odyssée_ EN FR - ONTARIO.pdf
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  So many of you submitted photos and videos for our Virtual Pride Parade!  A big thank you to Kelly Howard for compiling all of your submissions into this beautiful video!  #PrideInside

We are proud to present an opportunity for families to learn about the Kindergarten Program and how to prepare your child for school on June 22, 2020 at 8 p.m. 
This virtual event will feature a panel of Kindergarten Educators from across our board.  They will share information about the program, ...

Science North is introducing a series of virtual summer camps to continue to engage youth in learning and innovation. 
Summer Science at Home will provide children with the opportunity to continue to learn about the wonderful world of science from the comfort of their home.
To learn more and register...

In June, we celebrate National Indigenous History Month to honour the history, heritage and diversity of Indigenous peoples in Canada. DSB1 is committed to providing all students rich, authentic learning experiences to ensure that every student will have access to an intensive learning experience through the lens of Indigenous history,...

​ Happy Pride Month!  Although celebrations may look a bit different this year, DSB1 is committed to highlighting this important month as the LGBTQI2S continues to work towards equity and justice in all aspects of their lives.
Follow us on social media to learn more about how to take part in...

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We need your help as we plan for summer learning programs for students in Kindergarten to Grade 8! Families, please complete this short survey before June 1, 2020: https://bit.ly/2ZFSr86 Summer Learning Programs focused on literacy and numeracy for elementary students will be offered at a distance this summer to...

As we embark in our fifth week of educator-led distance learning, we would like to hear from you. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts about yours and your child’s experience with distance learning by completing this survey: https://forms.gle/Dei6kDZVaXnzMHv47 . Your opinion is important as we try to...

​ This Mental Health Week, take care of your mental health with the Five Ways to Well-Being!
Five Ways to Well-Being is a set of five simple, evidence-based actions which can improve well-being in everyday life.  Each weekday of Mental Health, we will promote one of the five actions. Join us...

On Monday, April 27, 2020, DSB1 staff had the pleasure to learn with Kevin Lamoureux.  Mr. Lamoureux is a faculty member at the University of Winnipeg and a well-known public speaker. He has served as Associate Vice President for the University of Winnipeg, Education Lead for the National Centre for...

​ On April 20, 2020, the District School Board Ontario North East (DSB1) Student Senate elected two new Student Trustees. A motion was passed at the April 21, 2020, board meeting to support the results of the selection process. We are pleased to welcome Rowan Glover from Englehart High School, who...

​ The Director of Education, Lesleigh Dye, shares an important message with students and families. 
You can also read her letter here. 
 
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​ The Ministry of Education is providing financial support to parents to assist with the costs of educational resources during school and child care closures as a result of Ontario’s declared emergency to stop the spread of COVID-19.

Parents are eligible for a one-time per child payment of: $200 for...

We know that educator-led distance learning is new for everyone – for you, for your child, and for your child’s teacher. We created this tip sheet for families as we continue to learn together:    ​

Our District School Board Ontario North East (DSB1) staff work diligently to ensure student safety. However, accidents can and do happen! Each year, many of our families spend thousands of dollars when their children are injured at school, on field trips, while participating in non-school activities, or at home.  DSB1 does...

The holidays are a time for giving and Golden Avenue Public School has certainly demonstrating this!
The students at Golden were involved in various activities to share the joy with others.  The choir sang at Spruce Hill Lodge for the residents on Dec. 13th, students in Grade 5 and...

District School Board Ontario North East (DSB1) had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Dave Williams on November 7th, 2019.  Dr. Williams is a Canadian icon with an impressive career: Emergency Doctor, Astronaut, Aquanaut, Jet Pilot, CEO, Author and Speaker.  

Tales from his extraordinary life journey captured the audience through both presentations. ...

​ We are so very proud of our RMSS cross-country runners.  We would like to acknowledge the accomplishments of all of our students but, most especially, the three students who placed in the top 10:

Tanner Adams - Grade 4 - 1st
Hannah Haneberry - Grade 5 - 3rd...

​Congratulations to the runners who participated in the DSBONE cross country meet at GIlles Lake on Wednesday, October 2nd. Golden Avenue was well represented by all runners.
Top finishers were:
Tanner Adams—-1st place (Grade 3-4 boys)
Dre Wheesk—2nd place (grade 3-4 boys)
Hannah Haneberry—3rd place (grade 5-6 girls)
Claire Young—7th place (grade 5-6 girls)
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​On Wednesday, September 18th, students at Golden Avenue were introduced to a variety of firefighting equipment as well as fire safety tips, as the South Porcupine volunteer firefighters demonstrated. Students observed how firefighters: get dressed to fight a fire—thanks Mr. B!—, put out a burning vehicle, fight fires in very high places—thanks Ms. Carroll!—,...

​On Monday, September 23rd, Aiden Charbonneau, a 10 year cancer survivor, spoke to students at Golden Avenue, describing his journey through cancer treatment at a young age. Students were inspired by his strength and positivity.

​In honour of Terry’s dream and with incentive from Mrs. Hutteri and Mr. McArthur and his class, students at Golden Avenue set themselves a goal of raising $300 for cancer research. Mrs. Hutteri challenged the students to raise $500, and if they did so, she would shave her hair. Once that...

District School Board Ontario North East is thrilled to invite staff, families and community partners to a presentation by Canadian astronaut, Dr. Dave Williams.


  Dr. Dave William will present from Timmins High & Vocational School, in the auditorium.  We are pleased to welcome all of our communities to...

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District School Board Ontario North East is thrilled to invite staff, families and community partners to a presentation by Dr. Dave Williams.   Thursday, November 7, 2019
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm  (book signing to follow in Timmins) Timmins High and Vocational School Auditorium  (Broadcasted live to all schools in...

​Members of the local March of Dimes organization came to Golden Avenue to thank students for all their efforts in collecting pop tabs throughout the year.

​ Today the Kindergarten class used the green screen to create and solve simple subtraction stories. For example... “4 giants were playing on the grass when 3 had to go home for supper. How many were left playing? - 4-3=1” The green screen can help learning come alive with creative backdrops...

Did you know that more than 1 billion plastic bags are handed out in Canada each year? They can all be reused and recycled. 
Students in Mme. MacDonald’s and Mme. Boychuks’s classes at Bertha Shaw as well as students in Mr. Wray’s and Mrs. Mahon’s classes at Golden Avenue participated...

​ On April 18th, Mrs. Newell’s Grade 4 class attended a Pysanka Workshop at the Timmins Museum.  Students discovered some of the traditions and celebrations of the Ukrainian-Canadian community and learned how to decorate an egg of their own using the Ukrainian wax-resist technique.

​Students in Mrs. Newell's and Mr. Wray's classes visited the museum, yesterday, to discover what are minerals, how they are formed, and the history of mining minerals here in Timmins.

​The students at Golden Avenue wore their favourite hats and/or fun hair to help us celebrate Autism Awareness month. It was a the final theme day for the month. Thank you to all the students and staff who helped us celebrate. A big thank you to Mrs. Blakey and her team...

​ The students at Golden Avenue put their imaginations to use in order to help our environment on Earth Day. Students were excited to create robots/creatures out of recyclable materials. No new paper or paint was allowed to be used in the making of their robots. The ACHIEVE class gave away...

​Students in grades 5 and 6 have been busy practicing their basketball skills since January. They have all worked really hard to improve in dribbling, passing, shooting, rebounding, and team play. The Golden teams participated in 2 tournaments throughout the season and represented our school really well through both skill and behaviour....

​Students from Roland Michener and Bertha Shaw showed their support for World Autism Awareness Day by wearing blue and joining us on a walk around the community.

​Students donned their favourite jersey, dressed up as their favorite character, and even created their own was to celebrate their favourite things.

To help promote environmental responsibility  during Earth month ,  we  are  asking students at Golden Avenue and Bertha Shaw to help us  collect  plastic bags , which will be recycled in to skipping ropes . Our hope is that we can reduce the number of plastic bags  that  eventually end up...

​Students in Mr. Wray’s class and Mme. Wray’s class at Bertha Shaw put their sales tactics to work on Wednesday evening at the Porcupine Mall. The students sold over 80 recyclable bags in 15 minutes! Not only did they try their hand at sales, but they also utilized their change making skills with...

​Students in Mr. Wray's and Mme. Wray's classes have been busy on their environmental project, learning about the effects of plastics on local habitats. They have collaborated over the last few months, and have created a reusable canvas bag, with student work on it, to help spread their positive message of...

​ Today the Kindergarten class started their weekly look at Spring / Summer changes. They walked a few blocks from the school to take a look at Porcupine Lake... the ice, the snow, the (lack of) ducks / birds, the trees, the feeling of the air, the depth of snow... and more! The Kindergarten class plans...

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​Students in Mr. McArthur’s class visited YIG’s grocery store to purchase vegetables and fruit for preparing a healthy snack. Students then prepared and ate their snack in the afternoon. Yummy!

​Mr. Kring led us through a review of our character traits for March: optimism and persistence. Many students demonstrated these character traits and were recognized at the assembly. Students who led the pop up hot chocolate stand were also recognized in the assembly.
He also introduced us to April’s character trait:...

​Students at Golden put their estimation skills to work, this past week. They were challenged by Mr. McArthur's class to estimate how many shoes would cover the inside of a dinosaur footprint.
Here are the results!

​ The Kindergarten class made bread sticks as part of their Kindergarten Kitchen activities. After making the dough, students shaped it to form the first letter of their name... and then of course enjoyed eating it fresh from the oven!

Student safety is our main priority at District School Board Ontario North East (DSB1).  The Northern Ontario climate can sometimes cause the cancellation of student transportation.  That decision is made between the North East Tri-Board Student Transportation, the three school boards who are part of the consortium, as well as transportation operators...

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Students in ​Ms. Carroll's class used their creativity to bring the stories they read to life. Using a variety of mediums, students represented the key event in their chapter book through a diorama, and provided their classmates with a summary of it.
Great work!

​ Students from Golden Ave and Bertha Shaw had fun at the Valentine’s Day dance, yesterday. After dancing, a student from Mr. Wray’s class lead each school in a breathing exercise, which students also enjoyed. Thank you to Mr. & Mrs. Wray’s classes for organizing the dance. Together, they raised over $200.00...

​ On Valentine’s Day, for math, Kindergarten students talked about addition stories and created some of our own adding stories, using students and our green screen. In the two pictures attached students talked about how two boys were playing in the water and two girls joined them. 2 + 2 = 4....

Monday, February 7th, 2019

Dear parents/guardians,

WHAT: Valentine’s Day Dance (students will be taught a dance) at Golden Ave. WHEN: Thursday, February 14th (Valentine’s Day) WHERE: Golden Ave gymnasium WHY: To promote growth mindset and for fun!!! OTHER: Please bring a $1 to participate (though not necessary)

Mr....

​ Throughout the months of December and January, students and staff focused on compassion and empathy. Many, many students were recognized throughout the months for demonstrating the character traits, and over 70 students demonstrated other character traits. Our next focus is: Friendship and Kindness. To further our school-wide discussions, Mr. Kring has created an encouragement note template for students to have access...

​ Bertha Shaw students in Mme Wray’s class and Golden Ave students in Mr. Wray’s class are collaborating on different projects this year.  The students wrote narrative stories, and shared them with the other class. They also enjoyed a team building game of dodgeball! The two classes will continue to collaborate to work on an...

Golden Avenue students in Mr. Wray’s class and Bertha Shaw students in Mme. Wray’s class collaborated to write narrative stories, which they shared with each other. Students also enjoyed a team building game of dodgeball, as per their request. They will continue to collaborate throughout the remainder of the year to work on an...

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As we approach the end of 2018, District School Board Ontario North East (DSB1) is proud to reflect on accomplishments that help support a positive future story for every student. We are pleased to welcome five new Trustees on our Board this year.  We are grateful for the contributions...

​ December’s Character Education trait was Empathy (compassion). As a practical way to show empathy in our larger community together as a school students and staff brought in socks to support those helped by the Yo Mobile in Timmins. When laid out sock to sock the socks made a long line...

To help feel festive, this week, students dressed up for theme days, including: pyjamas, red & green, Christmas hats, socks, and sweaters.
Have a safe, happy, and relaxing holiday season from all the staff at Golden Avenue.

​The students in Ms. Carroll's grade 5/6 class epitomized this month's character education focus: compassion and empathy. They made soup for the individuals at the Good Samaritan Inn. The students were involved in bringing in healthy vegetables; preparing the yummy, warm soup by peeling and dicing; and delivering it right to...

​Members of the local fire department came to visit Golden Avenue to share an important safety message:  
Look. Listen. Learn. Fire can happen anywhere.
They brought with them a special guest, which all students were excited to meet: Sparky the Fire Dog!

​For the final theme day of the month to help raise money for the Breakfast program, students wore clothing backwards.

​Golden Avenue students once again helped raise money to support the Breakfast program. This past Friday, students wore their pajamas to school, and, at the same time, donated $2 to the program.
Students are looking forward to the next special day 'Backward Day', occuring on Friday, November 30th.



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Elementary educators took part in a Science North  Inquiry-Based Science Innovation workshop on November 22 nd at THVS. The full day of hands-on learning, interactive experiments and engaging activities for teaching the grade 4, 5 and 6 "Understanding Structures and Mechanisms" strands, was a unique experience for all participants....

​To help support the individuals who lost their homes and personal belongings in the tragic fire at the Good Samaritan Inn, students at Golden Avenue were good samaritans themselves, through the purchase of subs from Subway. For the next 4 weeks, students will be munching on subs and helping those in...

​ The Kindergarten class enjoyed a trip to Metro to shop for mini-pizza ingredients. Mr. Kring, Mme. Angele and 5 parent or grandparent volunteers brought the Kindergarten class on the city bus to the Metro at Porcupine Mall. Students toured the different sections of Metro and then shopped in small groups...

Throughout the month of November, students at Golden Avenue are building school pride and celebrating with theme days, and at the same time, raising funds for the breakfast program Mrs. D and her volunteer staff so graciously help organize and maintain. 
On Friday, November 16th, a wide variety of fun...

Dr. Greg Wells is a physiologist, researcher, author and broadcaster.  He spoke to DSB1 students, families, staff and community partners on Tuesday, November 13th.  His presentation was broadcasted to our northern and southern schools via livestream video from Timmins High and Vocational School. 
Dr. Wells shared the sleep-eat-move-think pathway to...

​ This year 65 students signed up for the Grade 4-6 Mountain Dodgeball tournament. Each year Mr. Kring holds a 30 game tournament with a different version of dodgeball. This year was Mountain Dodgeball. In addition to the regular challenge of hitting players with dodgeballs, in Mountain Dodgeball, teams score a...

​ On Monday, November 12th, students at Golden Avenue were treated to a visit from the Earth Rangers’ Organization’s Mark and Josh. They both brought a ton of knowledge about animals as well as information about how we can help have a positive impact on our environment and climate change.
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On Friday, November 9th, students at Golden Avenue recognized the many thousands of Canadian service men and women, who served their country in all wars, serving for freedom and peace.

The ceremony included thoughtful presentations and performances by students, including poems, songs, and videos.

Visit the link...

Imagination and adventure are big things for our youngest learners. The Kindergarten class has been using their green screen to create imaginary stories. With the help of an iPad app and a green screen, the Kindergarten students have visited volcanoes, survived a tornado, found  rainbows, flew with Skye from Paw...

Th roughout the month of October, students and staff at Golden Avenue have been focused on respect. Following this year's first character education assembly, Mr. Kring challenged the Golden Avenue community to demonstrate respect both inside and outside the school walls. Many students made an effort to be respectful during the...

Mr. Wray at Golden Avenue Public School organized a Pumpkin Carving Competition.  Pumpkins were donated from Metro in the Porcupine Mall.  Each class carved a pumpkin and they were brought back to the Porcupine Mall for display.  The community was asked to vote for the best pumpkin by filling out a ballot. The...

On October 19th, 2018, four students from the grade 6 class at Golden Avenue participated in the 2018 Regional Science Olympics Competition science activities presented by Science Timmins and Goldcorp Porcupine Gold Mines. The students represented our school really well and brought home the grand prize for best costume! Thank you...

(October 24, 2018, Timmins) – With the 2018 School Board Election now finalized, District School Board Ontario North East (DSB1) would like to thank all candidates for their interest in becoming a Trustee for our Board. DSB1 is looking forward to continuing to work with returning Trustees: Bob Brush –...

District School Board Ontario North East is proud to host Dr. Greg Wells on Tuesday, November 13 th from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Timmins High and Vocational School.   Schools in the North and South regions will be able to attend the talk via a YouTube livestream.  "We invite students,...

The Ontario government has launched consultations on education reform. There will be three ways for people to participate:

An online submission form, available now, that allows people, organizations or groups to provide their views on any of the consultation topics. Submissions can also be sent to the ministry by emailing fortheparents@ontario.ca or auservicedesparents@ontario.ca.

An...

​Timmins High and Vocational School will be holding its 13th annual High Performance Basketball Camp July 30th to August 3rd, 2018. It is open to boys and girls entering Grades 6-12.
**New this year -  PAY ONLINE, FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME !**
Please see below for the brochure, as well...

​The Canada Learning Bond is an initial $500 offered by the Government of Canada to help you start saving now for your child’s education after high school. Your child could also get $100 every year until age 15. In total, a child could receive up to $2,000 in an RESP. 
The...

​On Monday May 7th, students participated in a province-wide intiative called "Music Monday". Students across the province kicked off Education Week by celebrating all the things they love about music. At Golden Avenue, students were led by Mr. Bergounhon through singing to some of the students' favourite Canadian songs.
Thanks, Mr....

​Celebrate the summer with savings when you plan a trip to Ontario's attractions with the 2018 Fun Pass. The 2018 Fun Pass coupons provide free admission for up to two elementary school-aged children at 18 popular attractions when accompanied by a paying adult or senior. Parents can also save $5 on...

​The 5 time OFSAA Champions Timmins High Blues will be holding a Summer Basketball Camp for Boys and Girls entering Grades 1 to Grade 9, July 2 to July 6, 2018. Beat the summer boredom, make new friends, and learn valuable basketball skills from the BEST.
**New this year -  PAY ONLINE,...

​ Students wore their favourite shades and sunglasses to celebrate Autism Awareness at Golden Avenue.

​Students helped celebrate Autism Awareness this week by creating their funniest hair designs or wearing their favourite hats.

​Say goodbye to boredom this summer, get your child involved in a great activity, and support Timmins High at the same time!  Timmins High and Vocational School will be holding a "Multi-Sport Camp" for children ages 5 to 14 at the school July 9 to July 13, and July 16 to July 20 (9:00am...

​ On Friday, April 13th, students across all grades donned their favourite outfits, jerseys, t-shirts, sweaters and more to help recognize the unique students with Autism in our school c ommunity.

​Students wore green, yellow, or a sports jersey today. Pictured here are the grade 6 students. 

​Students and staff at Golden Avenue Public School in South Porcupine marked World Autism Awareness Day on April 3rd, with a very special flag-raising ceremony. They also chose to wear blue to bring awareness to the day.
World Autism Awareness Day was officially recognized for the first time on April 2,...