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...

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...

​As part of Elf Day Mr. Dagenais was served a tasty Elf style plate of spaghetti.  Yummy!
The students and staff were served a delicious spaghetti lunch.  The food was generously donated and prepared  by Terra Haven (a local business).

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...

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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:
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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:    ​

Hi Folks, I want you all to know we are thinking of you and working hard to plan our next steps.  We will have more information coming soon. We wish you and your families all the best and are looking forward to seeing you soon. Ke vin McRae
Principal
Smooth...

​Students at SRFPS enjoyed an educational and fun-filled day in Cochrane. They went to the Polar Bear Habitat where they were able to witness polar bears playing with each other in the snow! They listened to a bear talk from the staff. Then the students enjoyed lunch at Little Caesars Pizza and then went...

SRFPS students enjoyed Pancakes and syrup with fresh fruit and yogurt or whipped cream during our PJ & Pancake fun day on Friday, December 20th. 

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...

Students participated in various Hour of Code activities on Friday, December 13th.

​On Friday, November 29th, members of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #305 visited our school to present our students with prizes for the Remembrance Day Poster Contest.
Congratulations to all who participated!

Students at Smooth Rock Falls Public School combined calculations with kindness this month!  They used the knowledge from lessons on graphing to track the number of items collected as part of the school's Holiday Food Drive. Great work, SRFPS!

​Students from SRFPS have been learning about the Indigenous culture and participating in various activities. They sand painted pictograph symbols, dot painted turtles and designed their own Indigenous-themed canoes. 

​Rylan Heatherington and Morgan Breton did a great job on November 11, representing our school during the public presentation of the wreaths at the Legion for Remembrance Day. All of our students not only took part in the ceremony, but also got involved in other activities related to Remembrance Day, such...

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. ...

​The students at SRFPS enjoyed a fun-filled day on Halloween!                                                     

​The students at SRFPS walked to "Sunrise Orchards" store to pick pumpkins to carve at school on Halloween. They were each given an apple and a gourd to take home. Fun was had by all! A big thank you "Sunrise Orchards" for their generosity!  

​ On Oct. 18th, the students wore their craziest hats to school! Many students showed off their creativity by their innovative designs! Great job! 

​On October 16, 2019, grade 4, 5 and 6 students of Smooth Rock Falls Public School exercised their right to student vote in the federal elections. They have been preparing for this event for the last three weeks and the excitement on the Election Day was obvious. All students have done a...

​The students and staff at SRFPS honoured Orange Shirt Day by wearing orange shirts and participating in various Indigenous-based activities. 

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...

On September 20th, the students of Smooth Rock Falls Public School  celebrated National Hunting, Fishing, and Trapping Day.  Mrs. Rasiga showed the students a short film by the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters about the benefits of hunting, fishing, and trapping.,   The students shared personal stories and pictures.   They also wore camouflage, hunter orange, or...

​Students and staff of Smooth Rock Falls Public School took advantage of the break in the clouds to participate in their annual Terry Fox Walk on September 25, 2019.

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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...

​Congratulations to our four grade six students who have completed their elementary careers at SRFPS and are moving on to intermediate studies in Kapuskasing. Members of the school family attended a heartfelt ceremony and fellowship on the afternoon of June 21. All the best to our well prepared four as they move...

​Mrs. Pittman's class showing off their butter making skills in Social Studies class.

​ Each student raised money for the Heart and Stroke foundation. In total, more than $1400 was collected! The students participated in Jump Rope for Heart on May 17th. They are excited as the reward for their effort is a school pizza party!

​On May 10th, each of the students got to experiment with various robotics in the gym. Students were able to use their creativity through coding, designing obstacle courses and exploring new apps. 

​On May 10th, our school participated in a School Spirit Day. Students and staff were proud to be dressed in our recently purchased S.R.F.P.S. clothing.  

​SRFPS students participated in our school Badminton Tournament on Friday, May 3rd.  Fun was had by all!

​On April 10th, the students and staff of SRFPS participated in many anti-bullying activities and wore pink shirts to acknowledge Day of Pink 2019.  

Students in grades 4, 5, and 6 participated in an online Google Hangout, entitled "Ocean Wise," on Friday, March 29, 2019. The activity was organized by Exploring by The Seat of Your Pants, a non-profit organization which "knock(s) down classroom walls and take(s) students anywhere in the world, never having to...

​Mrs. Pittman's class recognized World Autism Day April 2nd with activities.

Each of the students from grade 1-6 presented a speech on February 27th.  Chantal Tessier, Richard Clawson, Ken Williams and John Lemieux from the Royal Canadian Legion judged each speech and awarded prizes for students in each age division.  
In the grade 1-3 division, Bryn Eagles received 3rd place, Adrian Rasiga...

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...

​ Students at Smooth Rock Falls Public School marked National Flag of Canada day on Friday, February 15th.  Students learned about the history of our flag and re-created the flag using Canadian road maps.   Great work! 

​The students of SRFPS celebrated National Flag of Canada Day today by making their own flags with Canadian road maps after a lesson on the history and development of our flag. Well done students!

​On Friday January 25th, the students at Smooth Rock Falls Public School were able to enjoy a cold refreshing berry & yogurt fruit smoothie.  They enjoyed it so much, that a second round had to be made! A big thank you goes out to the Red Cross Breakfast Program and the Ontario Dairy Association for the funds...

On Friday, January 25th, instead of having our weekly "Reading Buddy" program, we had "Building Buddies!" Students from both classes worked collaboratively to build various structures, including a rocket, a swing, a marble run, a bridge and a tower! Great job everyone!    

Royal Canadian Legion ON#305 members Audrey Tremblay and Bruce Carmichael were at S.R.F.P.S. today to present prizes to the students who participated their 2018 Remembrance Day Poster Contest.  Prizes were given to all who participated, and we would like to thank them for their generosity!

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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...

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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....

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...

On ​ Halloween day the students at SRFPS participated in a pumpkin carving contest.  Afterwards they all voted for the pumkin they liked the best and then got dressed in their costumes for some fun and games.  They ended  the day by trick or treating around the school for some sweet treats!  ...

Students in Mrs. Rasiga’s class had an opportunity to exercise their right to vote in the municipal elections organized by CIVIX on Friday, October 19, 2018. As usual, they had a lot of fun and proved that they can be responsible citizens! Student Vote is a parallel election for students under...

(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,...

​On Friday October 12th, SRFPS students and teachers went for a short excursion to Sunrise Orchards where the students got to chose a few complimentary pumpkins for each class to carve for Halloween, The students also got to taste some yummy apple cider and choose a small pumpkin for each of them to take home.  A big Thank...

​On Thursday October 11th, our students participated in the Canadian Red Cross Local Big Crunch Event.  The farm fresh carrots were delicious!

​On October 5th, SRFPS had a Thanksgiving Pie Bake-Off competition.  All of the students worked together in teams to bake various kinds of pies.  Mr. Forsythe, Mrs. Meilleur and Mrs. Sauve were our taste testing judges!  A tough decision but the apple pie won, just by a slice!!  

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...

​The students and staff at Smooth Rock Falls Public School are proud to support Terry's dream.  

​ Wachay, Today  the students and staff at Smooth Rock Falls Public School wore orange to honour the victims and survivors of the Canadian residential school system. As a public school it is our hope to build awareness and educate the next generations about this history and many impacts on Indigenous Peoples...

​National Hunting, Trapping, & Fishing Heritage Day 2018 To mark the heritage and contributions of these activities to northern Ontario culture, economy, and dinner table students and staff wore camo, green, or fishing related clothing on Sept 14. History was explored and outdoor adventure tales were told-including some tall ones;)

​Two of the students welcomed back to class today at SRFPS, a happy reunion for friends and staff!

​Staff are excitedly  looking forward to Opening Day at SRFPS. For any new students it is not too late to register for Kindergarten or Grades 1-6. Here is to a wonderful 2018-19 school year!

​Smooth Rock Falls Public School is very proud of our grade 6 graduates.  We wish you all the best!

​On June 4, 2018, the students in Mrs. Rasiga's class have participated with enthusiasm in Student Vote.  They have investigated the right of vote and the responsibilities that come with it, finally culminating with casting a vote for the candidate of their choice.  Results to be announced after June 7th!

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Students and staff of SRFPS along with a few wonderful volunteers participated in an amazing field trip to Cochrane.  They started their day with a visit to the Polar Bear Habitat and Heritage Village, ordered lunch from Harvey's/Swiss Chalet and then went swimming at the Tim Horton Event Centre Pool.    

​Students of SRFPS enjoyed Education Week by planting seeds, measuring out some friendship soup and helping the environment by participating in a schoolyard cleanup!

​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...

​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...

​ Because of their successful fundraising efforts, the students at SRFPS were able to enjoy a great day in Kapuskasing on April 20th.  They bowled at North Side Lanes followed by lunch at A&W and then watched the hilarious movie, Ferdinand at the Kapuskasing Royal Theatre.  Fun was had by all!...

Jersey Day at SRFPS in support of the fallen and injured Humboldt Broncos and their families.