January 31, 2025 - News, Upcoming Events, and more.

Dear Families, 

I am excited to announce the launch of our redesigned District and school websites! These new websites offer students, parents, caregivers and the broader community a user-friendly experience that makes it easier to access important information and stay connected with the OCDSB. Learn more about our new websites.

We have also launched the next phase of public consultation for our Elementary Program Review. Over the next two months, you are invited to share your feedback on the proposed elementary program model. There are many ways to share your voice, both in person and online. Our online survey is open until March 25th. Community meetings will take place on March 6th, 17th and 24th. To learn more about these sessions and to participate, visit Engage OCDSB.

News

• OCDSB Launches Inaugural Inuktitut Language Course
• Middle French Immersion Registration Open February 3rd - February 7th. 
• Report Cards: Secondary - February 11th & Elementary - February 12th.
• Cross-Boundary Transfer Application Period Open Till February 7th.
• Toonie Tuesday is February 25, 2025: Give A Little, Help A Lot!
• Winter Night School Registration Open Until February 13th.
• Upcoming Professional Activity (PA) Day: February 14th For Elementary and Secondary Schools.
• Students who take public transportation to/from school: Complete OSTA’s Student Public Transit Survey by February 14th.

Upcoming Events:

• Join Us for a Virtual Q&A Session On Transition Planning for Youth With Intellectual Disabilities on February 4th.
• In-Person Resource Fair To Support Transition Planning For Youth With Intellectual Disabilities Takes Place On February 13th.
• EQAO hosts Math Night Webinars for Parents and Caregivers on February 5th and 10th. 
• Help Spread The Word About Our Upcoming Kindergarten Information Nights To Families In Your Community!

Resources:

• Youth Action Committee Tip Sheet for Students: The Benefits of Prioritizing Self Care and Healthy Habits
• MediaSmarts Tip Sheet: Talking to Kids About Hate Online

Helpful Links: 

• Explore OCDSB Career Opportunities
• Want To Make A Difference In The Lives Of OCDSB Students? Donate To The Education Foundation Of Ottawa!
• OCDSB Safe Schools Reporting Tool
• Elementary Calendar 
• Secondary Calendar 
• Religious/Creed-Based Days Of Observance 
• Multifaith Calendar
• Days And Months Of Significance
• Parents’ Guide to Ontario’s Education System

Thank You,

Pino Buffone
Director of Education