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December news from the SCDSB
11/29/2024
The below information is for SCDSB families for the month of December.
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Provide your feedback on the proposed SCDSB 2025-26 school year calendar
11/29/2024
The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) invites public school communities to submit input regarding the proposed school year calendar for next year.
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SCDSB Update 8 – November 27, 2024
11/28/2024
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024.
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SCDSB Board of Trustees announce the next Director of Education
11/27/2024
At the Regular Meeting of the Board on November 27, the Board of Trustees announced Dawn Stephens as the next Simcoe County District School Board Director of Education.
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Starting Grade 9 next year? Your future SCDSB high school’s information night is coming soon!
11/25/2024
High schools in the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) are hosting information nights for Grade 8 students and their parents/guardians this fall and winter.
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Annual Rotary Book Day celebrated at SCDSB schools
11/22/2024
On Nov. 20, Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) schools celebrated Rotary Book Day.
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SCDSB Update 7 – Nov. 18, 2024
11/19/2024
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Special Organizational Meeting held Monday, Nov. 18, 2024.
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Discover your next career at an upcoming SCDSB job fair
11/18/2024
This November, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is hosting job fairs throughout Simcoe County.
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SCDSB seeking volunteers for Accessibility Advisory Committee
11/15/2024
The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is looking for community volunteers interested in serving on the Accessibility Advisory Committee.
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SCDSB Update 6 – Nov. 13, 2024
11/14/2024
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Special Board Meeting held Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024.
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Barrie Youth Honour Choir to ‘hit the high notes’ at performance on Nov. 20
11/14/2024
On Wednesday, Nov. 20, students from nine elementary schools will perform as part of the newly formed Barrie Youth Honour Choir.
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Get into the festive spirit and support your local school at a holiday market!
11/13/2024
Each year, schools across the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) host holiday markets, craft fairs, and exhibitions.
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Learn more about French Immersion in the SCDSB this November; Grade 1 applications open in December
11/07/2024
Information sessions for families who are considering entry into Grade 1 FI for the 2025-26 school year will take place in November.
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School boards and police services sign updated protocol
11/05/2024
On Oct. 31, representatives of local school boards and police services gathered to sign an updated Police/School Board Protocol.
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November news from the SCDSB
10/30/2024
The below information is for SCDSB families for the month of November.
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SCDSB Update 5 – October 23, 2024
10/24/2024
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Special Board Meeting held Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024.
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SCDSB Update 4 – October 23, 2024
10/24/2024
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024.
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School council members invited to network and engage at orientation event
10/17/2024
All school council members from Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) schools are invited to attend Connections on Oct. 24 at Maple Ridge Secondary School in Barrie.
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Applications are open for in-person and virtual after-school programs for students with ASD
10/08/2024
Social and recreational programs will be offered from October to December for Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) students with special education needs and their family members.
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Over 1,000 SCDSB students set to race to the finish line at annual Primary Fun Run
10/07/2024
On Oct. 10, over 1,000 students from 17 Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) elementary schools will participate in the Primary Fun Run.
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Orillia Learning Centre and Simcoe Shores SS to spread warmth with coat drive
10/07/2024
The Orillia Learning Centre and Simcoe Shores SS (Orillia) are partnering with Laundry Lounge to bring warmth to the community with their annual winter coat drive.
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EQAO results show the SCDSB making gains in math
10/04/2024
On Sept. 26, Ontario’s Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) released the 2023-24 EQAO assessment test results.
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October news in the SCDSB
09/27/2024
The below information is for SCDSB families for the month of October.
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SCDSB Update 3 – September 25, 2024
09/26/2024
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024.
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Inaugural SCDSB Football Festival kicks off this Thursday, Sept. 26
09/25/2024
On Thursday, Sept. 26, football fans from across Simcoe County are invited to the first Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) Football Festival.
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SCDSB seeks parent/guardian and community organization representatives for new Safe Schools Committee
09/24/2024
The SCDSB is seeking up to three parents/guardians and up to four individuals representing community organizations/associations to serve as committee members on the new Safe Schools Committee.
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SCDSB schools continue to demonstrate their commitment to maintaining healthy school communities
09/12/2024
The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) prioritizes health and well-being within our school communities. Schools throughout the board demonstrate their commitment to health and well-being through participation in the Ophea Healthy Schools certification program.
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September news in the SCDSB
09/06/2024
The below information is for SCDSB families for the month of September.
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SCDSB Update 2 – August 28, 2024
08/30/2024
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Special Board Meeting held Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024.
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SCDSB Update 1 – August 28, 2024
08/29/2024
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024.
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Board of Trustees to conduct search for next Director of Education using the professional services of Promeus Inc.
08/06/2024
At the Special Board Meeting held July 24, 2024, the SCDSB Board of Trustees announced that it has retained the professional services of Promeus Inc. to assist with the search for the next SCDSB Director of Education.
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SCDSB Update 14 - July 24, 2024
07/25/2024
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Special Board Meeting held Wednesday, July 24, 2024.
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SCDSB leads province in energy efficiency
06/25/2024
For the second year in a row, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) has been recognized by the Climate Challenge Network as the tenth most energy efficient school board in Ontario.
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SCDSB Update 13 – June 19, 2024
06/21/2024
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, June 19, 2024.
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A Message from the Lieutenant Governor to the graduating class of 2024
06/20/2024
The Honourable Edith Dumont, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, has shared a letter and the following video for graduating students.
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SCDSB students bring home five medals from Skills Ontario Competition
06/14/2024
In May, 44 Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) students from seven schools represented the board at the 2024 Skills Ontario Competition.
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Secondary students invited to apply to be student mental health and well-being ambassadors
06/14/2024
The SCDSB is inviting Grade 10 and 11 students to apply to be a student mental health and well-being ambassador, and to attend a summer symposium in August.
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SCDSB students report increased feelings of belonging and acceptance in annual school climate survey
06/13/2024
In March and April 2024, Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) students from Grades 4 to 12 participated in the 2023-24 SCDSB School Climate Survey
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Members of the SCDSB community to gather to celebrate Juneteenth on June 13
06/10/2024
The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is welcoming students, staff, and community members to a Juneteenth Black Excellence Gala on June 13.
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SCDSB to host celebration recognizing students in skilled trades and apprenticeship program
06/07/2024
To recognize the achievements of Grade 12 students in the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP), the SCDSB is hosting the first annual OYAP Night of Celebration on June 11.
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Apply now for summer social program for students with ASD
06/06/2024
This July, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is offering the Journey to Success Social Skills Program for SCDSB students with a developmental profile consistent with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
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SCDSB granted funding for four of 13 capital priorities; communities across Simcoe County to benefit
06/04/2024
The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is preparing to build three new elementary schools and one secondary school addition after receiving funding approval from the Ontario Ministry of Education.
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Flag protocols for the month of June
05/31/2024
The following schedule is in place for all SCDSB schools and facilities during the month of June
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June news in the SCDSB
05/30/2024
The below information is for SCDSB families for the month of June.
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SCDSB approves $691 million balanced budget for 2024-25 school year
05/28/2024
At the May 22 Regular Meeting of the Board, trustees approved a balanced budget of $691 million for the 2024-25 school year.
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SCDSB Update 12 – May 22, 2024
05/23/2024
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, May 22, 2024.
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SCDSB students shine at regional science fair; seven to represent Simcoe County at national fair
05/06/2024
In early April, elementary and secondary students from across Simcoe County represented their schools at the Simcoe County Regional Science and Technology Fair (SCRSTF).
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SCDSB educator receives award from the Ontario Association for Mathematics Education
05/06/2024
The Ontario Association for Mathematics Education (OAME) recently announced that Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) educator Kit Luce is the 2023-24 recipient of the Award for Leadership in Mathematics Education.
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May news in the SCDSB
05/02/2024
The below information is for SCDSB families for the month of May
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Letter to families from the Minister of Education - April 29, 2024
04/29/2024
The Ministry of Education shared a letter for all parents/guardians from the Honourable Stephen Lecce on April 29, 2024.
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Inspiring Indigenous Leaders: learn about leadership and career opportunities in the SCDSB
04/26/2024
Are you a Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) staff member, graduating student, or member of the public who is of Indigenous ancestry? Are you looking to learn more about leadership opportunities and career pathways at the SCDSB?
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SCDSB Update 11 – April 24, 2024
04/25/2024
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, April 24, 2024.
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High school students to address global issues at model UN event
04/19/2024
On April 23, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) will hold the 35th Model United Nations (UN) event.
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Join the SCDSB on Facebook Live to learn about all things Kindergarten!
04/10/2024
Do you have a child who is turning four in 2024? Are you interested in learning about Kindergarten in the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB)?
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SCDSB Update 10 – March 27, 2024
04/02/2024
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, March 27, 2024.
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April news in the SCDSB
03/27/2024
The below information is for SCDSB families for the month of April.
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Register now for summer eLearning in the SCDSB!
03/21/2024
The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is offering summer school eLearning courses in July 2024 for current high school students or adult learners who are interested in creating flexibility in their schedule, earning a new credit, or upgrading a previous mark.
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Help the SCDSB name the new Wasaga Beach public elementary school!
03/08/2024
The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is excited to be opening a new elementary school in Wasaga Beach in the fall of 2024. With the opening of a new school comes an exciting opportunity for the community to get involved in the naming process.
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Applications now open for spring after-school programs for students with ASD
03/07/2024
Social and recreational programs will be offered from April to June for Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) students with a developmental profile consistent with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
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SCDSB Update 9 – Feb. 28, 2024
03/01/2024
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024.
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March news from the SCDSB
02/29/2024
The below information is for SCDSB families for the month of March.
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Upcoming solar eclipse – safety information for families
02/28/2024
The SCDSB intends to use the upcoming solar eclipse event happening on Monday, April 8, 2024 as an opportunity to educate students.
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Looking for ways to support your child in learning math? Check out the SCDSB’s new Math at Home resource!
02/12/2024
The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is committed to supporting students in understanding and doing mathematics. The SCDSB has developed the Math at Home resource, a compilation of family-friendly, accessible, and engaging math resources and tools designed to engage families in supporting their children’s learning.
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SCDSB to change elementary schools PA Day to April 8 due to total solar eclipse
02/09/2024
Due to the solar eclipse set to occur in our region, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) has made the decision to move the elementary school PA Day originally scheduled for April 26, 2024 to April 8, 2024.
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February news from the SCDSB
02/05/2024
The below information is for SCDSB families for the month of February.
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SCDSB Update 8 – Jan. 31, 2024
02/02/2024
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024.
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January news from the SCDSB
01/11/2024
The below information is for SCDSB families for the month of January.
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Provide your feedback on the proposed SCDSB 2024-25 school year calendar
12/22/2023
The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) invites public school communities to submit input regarding the proposed school year calendar for next year (September 2024 to June 2025).
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SCDSB Update 7 – Dec. 20, 2023
12/21/2023
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2023. For agendas, reports, and items addressed at the meeting visit the Board and Committee Meetings page of the SCDSB Website. For a video recording of the Board Meeting visit the SCDSB YouTube channel.
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Holiday greeting from the Minister of Education
12/14/2023
Watch this holiday message from Minister of Education Stephen Lecce.
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December news from the SCDSB
12/05/2023
The below information is for SCDSB families for the month of December.
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Students with ASD invited to register for in-person and virtual after-school programs offered this winter
12/01/2023
Social and recreational programs will be offered from January to March for Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) students with a developmental profile consistent with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
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Starting Grade 9 next year? Discover your future SCDSB high school at an upcoming information night
11/30/2023
High schools in the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) are hosting information nights for Grade 8 students and their parents/guardians.
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SCDSB Update 6 – Nov. 22, 2023
11/23/2023
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2023.
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SCDSB Update 5 – Nov. 20, 2023
11/21/2023
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Special Organizational Meeting held Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2023.
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Community invited to celebrate the official grand opening of Maple Ridge Secondary School
11/17/2023
Students and staff of Maple Ridge SS invite members of the community to come together to commemorate the official grand opening of the school on Nov. 21.
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SCDSB Update 4 – Nov. 8, 2023
11/10/2023
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Special Board Meeting held Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023.
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Rotary Club of Barrie supports literacy with annual Rotary Book Day
11/08/2023
On Nov. 15, all Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) Grade 2 students in Barrie and Innisfil will receive a copy of Andy & Elmer’s Apple Dumpling Adventure, thanks to a donation by the Rotary Club of Barrie.
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Applications for Grade 1 French Immersion open in December; learn more at an info session this November
11/07/2023
The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) offers French Immersion (FI) at select schools throughout Simcoe County beginning in Grade 1. Learn more about upcoming information sessions and application dates.
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SCDSB continues property search for Banting Memorial HS replacement after New Tecumseth council declines proposal
11/07/2023
The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) will continue its search for property in New Tecumseth to replace Banting Memorial HS, as a result of the New Tecumseth council decision to decline the SCDSB’s proposal to build on the Banting Homestead property in Alliston.
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November news from the SCDSB
11/03/2023
The below information is for SCDSB families for the month of November
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SCDSB Update 3 – Oct. 25, 2023
10/27/2023
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023.
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Marshview Public School to celebrate official grand opening on Oct. 19
10/18/2023
During the 2022-23 school year, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) opened Marshview PS in Bradford.
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Orillia Learning Centre and Simcoe Shores SS to spread warmth with coat drive
10/04/2023
The Orillia Learning Centre and Simcoe Shores SS (Orillia) are partnering with Laundry Lounge to bring warmth to the community with their annual winter coat drive.
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In-person and virtual after-school programs offered this fall for students with ASD
10/04/2023
Social and recreational programs will be offered from October to December for Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) students with a developmental profile consistent with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
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October news from the SCDSB
10/03/2023
The below information is for SCDSB families for the month of October.
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SCDSB Update 2 – Sept. 27, 2023
09/29/2023
This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023.
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Harvest Hills Public School set to host official grand opening celebration
09/28/2023
The students and staff at Harvest Hills PS are excited to invite members of their school community to celebrate their grand opening.
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SCDSB school communities show continued support for Terry Fox Foundation
09/18/2023
This fall, Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) students and staff will continue their support for the Terry Fox Foundation by ‘trying like Terry’ and participating in school run, walk, or wheel events and other activities.
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School boards to hold public meetings for education development charges
09/01/2023
On Sept. 7, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) and the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) will jointly hold two public meetings.
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SCDSB launches new absence reporting system for all schools
08/31/2023
This September, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is launching a new system for student absence reporting at all elementary and secondary schools.
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SCDSB Update 1 – Aug. 30, 2023
08/31/2023
This update provides highlights of the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) Board Meeting held Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023.
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