Ottawa Carleton District School Board

You are invited to attend an open house to find out about the Merivale High School as a candidate school for the IB program and to provide feedback on three decisions that are tied to the program’s implementation.

The Ottawa-District School Board in conjunction with Ottawa Public Health, is hosting two public information sessions for parents to learn about cannabis. The presentation will tackle the myths; review information on how the law is changing in relation to cannabis use and; provide insight on how to talk to your child.

The OCDSB values parental engagement. When parents share their ideas and offer constructive feedback, the school system is improved and students succeed. We are seeking your input regarding school climate. By completing our School Climate Survey for parents/guardians, your feedback will assist us in developing strategies to prevent bullying and to promote safe and inclusive schools for all students.

Imagine that you’ve worked really hard to achieve a high school diploma despite financial, social, or even medical obstacles, and when the moment for celebrating your accomplishments arrives, there is only one problem – the cost of a proper graduation dress. For some Ottawa area girls, all they need is a fairy godmother. That's were Fairy Godmother comes in!

Join our students, staff and community in an evening that expands learning and understanding around diversity, equity and inclusive education. Have the opportunity to ask questions and have conversations with a variety of people representing different aspects or dimensions of diversity.

The Arts Recognition Awards are presented annually by the Advisory Committee on the Arts to teachers and community volunteers in recognition of outstanding service to arts education in our schools.

It’s time to register your child for Kindergarten 2018. Check out this segment on CTV Morning Live to answer the question …….. “Is your child ready for school?”

Many school communities have questions about how decisions are made regarding the construction of new schools and additions. Ultimately, the Ministry of Education of Ontario makes these decisions through the approval of funding for capital projects - capital in this context referring to the construction of new pupil places.

The OCDSB and OCENET are coordinating the first year of a teacher training program for recently trained teachers from across Spain.