​ TDSSE  Grade 7 and 8 students enjoyed a day of activities on February 6.  Students decided from five different options on the day.  Students had the opportunity to learn how to downhill ski at the Tri Town Ski and Snowboard Village , cross country ski and snowshoe at Temiskaming Nordic...

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The Closet at Timiskaming District Secondary School is a place where students can shop for new and gently used items like  dress clothes, coats, boots,  jeans, winter accessories, toiletries and more.   Ms. Aquino's Block C class has taken ownership of this project to esure students are aware of this...

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To purchase your Little Caesar Pizza Kit, follow these simple steps: 
1.Go to  www.pizzakit.ca
2. Enter fundraiser ID# 354047
3. Click on products, then shop
4. Enter 7/8 Staff for seller's name
5. Choose ship order to Group for TDSS Delivery

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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...

Students from TDSS recently spent the day with knowledge keeper Lindsay Cote. Students became familiar with traditional medicines and the process of laying tobacco before harvesting from mother earth, as well as respecting our elements. Students also participated in hands on activities that included building a fire to keep warm throughout...

​ On Thursday December 6th, Grade 7/8 students participated in our second Career Showcase.  The goal of these presentations is to expose students to careers they might not other wise learn about in our small community.  ​We were privileged to hear a passionate discussion about archaeology and related disciplines from Ryan Primrose. Students...

​ Students in TLC 123 at Timiskaming District Secondary School got into the holiday spirit by hosting a  Holiday Wreath Making Fundraiser! Participants were given a wreath making demonstration and then were given time to make their own wreaths. Students in TLC 123 provided musical entertainment and served a variety of...

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...

(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 –...

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Who? What? Where?
Grade 9 students will spend the day in the workplace of a parent, relative, friend or volunteer host to learn abd experience the world of work. 
Students are expected to dress appropriately for the workplace, including PPE.
Important
If a grade 9 student is interested...

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,...

Talking to your child about drugs and alcohol can be daunting.  Talking with them in a friendly and non-confrontational way early and often can make a difference.  By keeping the lines of communication open with your child, you are creating opportunities to guide them in making good decisions when it...

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Parent's Night takes place on Thursday October 18th from 5 - 7:30pm.. Students will receive an appointment package in their block A class. Appointments will be scheduled from 5;00pm - 7pm. If you are unable to make an appointment between that time there will be a drop in period from 7:00pm...

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Cannabis will be legalized in Canada once the Cannabis Act  comes into effect on October 17 th , 2018.  The District School Board Ontario North East (DSBONE) would like to remind students, families and staff that it will be treating cannabis in the same way it does alcohol.  It...

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...

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Please join our Remind group if you are a graduating student or a parent/ guardian of a 2019 graduate!  Stay up to date on the latest happenings regarding anything pertaining to grad including scholarship and bursary opportunities!  The instructions are attached – please use your real first and last...

School Council ….  What is it and why should I join? Parent engagement matters. Studies show that student achievement improves when parents play an active role in their children's education, and that good schools become even better schools when parents are involved. Education is a partnership involving parents, students,...

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​Students at Timiskaming District Secondary School in New Liskeard marked the change of season with a mini feast in the Lodge. Soup, stew and bannock were available to all during the lunch hour. Meegwetch to everyone for coming out!

​ 75 Grade 10 History and Native Studies Students from TDSS were fortunate to be able to participate in Indigenous Culture Awareness activities today at Northern College in Haileybury. Students participated in a smudge and offering in the tipi to start their day before attending a movie screening of Indianhorse. The...

​Seventy-five Grade 10 History and Indigenous Studies Students from TDSS were fortunate to be able to participate in the Indigenous Culture Awareness activities September 18th at the Haileybury Campus of Northern College. Students participated in a smudge and offering in the tipi before attending a movie screening of Indianhorse. The students...

​TDSS had a great time at the New Liskeard Fall Fair student parade! Some great school spirit! Way to go Saints!

Important Summer Dates Mon Aug 27th - Main Office reopens
Wed Sept 5th - Grade 9 Day and First day for grade 7-8’s  Thurs Sept 6th - Regular Classes for all students

​The Sports Focus Leadership class has released the schedule for the Pitches for Pineau Slo Pitch tournament. The tournament will take place on Tuesday June 5th at the New Liskeard Waterfront diamonds. All proceeds raised at the tournament will go towards the TDSS fundraising campaign to help Vicky Pineau reach her...

​ A big shout out goes out to grade 8 students Prabhleen Kahlon and Alysa Peddie for their great job this morning on CJTT’s  7:30 chat with Mark and Jack!  As part of their science water inquiry project, the girls (and additional group member Tristin Ritchie) investigated Orange Drop and the importance...

TDSS students in Ms. Graham’s NAC1OA Expressions of Indigenous Cultures class made hand drums from sustainably harvested deer hide and steamed white ash bentwood hoops. They come close to what a hand drum might have looked like 500 years ago. The drum sticks were made from whittled wood and moose hide,...

​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 May 12th and 13th, the TDSS Senior School Reach team travelled to Toronto University to represent DSBONE in the 2018 Provincial School Reach competition (Reach for the Top).  The team consisted of students: Patrick Sadler, Shan Kahlon, William Rowe and Kolby Fleury.  There were over 30 schools competing from across Ontario.  The boys faced high end competition...

On Monday May 14th, Mr. Code's dual credit welding class was fortunate to host past TDSS graduates and current Trans Canada Pipeline workers, Peter Vinnette and Brandon Larochelle. Peter and Brandon spoke to the students about their job experience with welding along the pipeline. The presenter's also brought along a few pieces of...

On May 9 th ,   over 1,000 student athletes gathered at TDSS to participate in the Gord Zubyck Memorial Relay Meet. Schools from Timmins to Temagami attended this amazing event. Several  athletes earned personal best performances while promoting school spirit. Community volunteers provided outstanding support which lead to multiple opportunities...

When: Thursday, May 17th from 6:30 p.m.-7:45 p.m. Where: T.D.S.S. Library  Goals of Information Session include: -Increased knowledge of mental health-including signs of distress -Learn about available resources for help -Equip adults with the tools to engage youth in conversations around their mental health -Decrease silence and stigma around...

​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...

​Ms. Palangio's grade 11 biology class celebrated International DNA Day by creating their own DNA Strands.



International DNA Day is a holiday Celebrated on April 25th. It commemoratesthe day in 1953 when James Watson, Francis Crick, Maurice Wilkins, Rosalind Franklin and colleagues published papers in the journal Nature, on...

​A group of TDSS students, along with a group of Englehart students, travelled to Toronto to take part in the Sick Kids Science Extravaganza. The two day science symposium is held to inspire students to become the next generation of researchers, technologists and innovators. Students were able to participate in various...

​ The TLC classes of Ms. Francoeur, Mr. Warring and Mr. Howard combined to stage the 2nd annual Spring Extravaganza at T.D.S.S on Saturday, April 21, 2018. They hosted a vendor marketplace, staged a silent auction, sold popcorn and dog biscuits, made and sold baking, and fed the huge crowd hamburgers...

​ Congratulations to TDSS and KLDCS! The results are in from the Northern Region of the Ontario Drama Festival. The event was held at West Ferris Secondary School in North Bay from April 19-21, 2018. The KLDCS play "Our Mixed Tape" won the adjudicators award, 2 awards of excellence (one for technical...

​This past week, our TDSS School Reach team travelled to Timmins to compete in the district School Reach competition. Both the Junior and Senior teams represented TDSS well. Congratulations goes out to the Senior team as they have qualifiied for the provincial competition in May. Thanks to Mrs. Palangio for coaching...

​Sending thoughts & prayers to the families of the Broncos and the community of Humboldt.

​The TDSS girls curling team competed at OFSAA on March 21st to 24th in Fort Frances. The girls ended the pool play with a 2-3 record. This put the girls in a four-way tie for the wild card position in the quarter finals. The TDSS girls won this position with their...

​Students at TDSS marked World Down Syndrome Day (March 21, 2018) by sporting colourful socks around the school. World Down Syndrome Day is a global awareness day which has been officially observed by the United Nations since 2012.  The aim of the day is to help raise awareness of what Down syndrome is, what...