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.