Simcoe County District School Board

Learn about the role trustees play on the First Nations Education Advisory Committee.

This update provides highlights of the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) Board Meeting held Wednesday, February 27, 2019.

On Thursday, Feb. 28, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB), in partnership with the Ontario Arts Council (OAC), is inviting educators and artists from across Simcoe County to participate in the Art as a Catalyst for Change interactive forum.

A revitalized music program brings exciting new opportunities to all Oakley Park students.

The new GBDSS will open for business Monday, Feb. 4.

This update provides highlights of the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) Board Meeting held Wednesday, January 30, 2019.

A Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) principal is one of 30 exceptional educators to be recognized by The Learning Partnership as Canada’s Outstanding Principals for 2019. Robin Dashnay, Principal at Chris Hadfield Public School, joins previous SCDSB administrators as a member of the National Academy of Canada’s Outstanding Principals™.

After years of uncertainty, the storied Creemore Bell finally has a permanent home.

On Jan. 30, students with special needs will visit the ‘enchanted forest’ at the fourth annual Winter Ball, hosted by the Bear Creek Life Skills department.

Kindergarten registration starts at all Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) elementary schools on Monday, Jan. 28. Children turning four in 2019 can start school this September.

Parents and guardians are invited to attend one of two evening events with Paul Davis. His presentations are designed to educate students and empower parents in the areas of social media (such as Snapchat, Instagram and Facebook), cyberbullying, texting, online gaming, online security and more.

The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) invites public school communities to submit input regarding the proposed school year calendar for next year (September 2019 to June 2020).

Each year, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) offers a variety of summer programs to over 2,000 students. Registration is now open for the SCDSB’s 2019 summer school courses.

Parents and guardians can provide feedback on the climate at our school through a survey that will be open from January 7 to 25.

Annual education conference gives educators tools for a unique approach to learning.

A total of 27,554 food items, toys and clothing items were collected by the 10 Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) schools that took part in the Holiday Cheer Challenge.

This update provides highlights of the Simcoe County District School Board’s (SCDSB) Board Meeting held Wednesday, December 19, 2018.

The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) offers French Immersion (FI) at select schools throughout Simcoe County beginning in Grade 1. The goal of the FI program is to enable students to communicate in French with a high level of proficiency, enabling them to function with ease in both English and French.

On Dec. 12, members of the community are invited to ‘Discover Nepal’ and celebrate Angus Morrison Elementary School’s five-year partnership with the Shikharapur Community School in Kathmandu, Nepal.

All school buses and vans in the WEST weather zone have been cancelled, as well as buses to Minesing Central PS, Pine River ES, Angus Morrison ES and Nottawasaga Pines SS.

This update provides highlights of the Simcoe County District School Board’s (SCDSB) Inaugural Board Meeting held Monday, December 3, 2018.

This update provides highlights of the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) Board Meeting held Wednesday, November 28, 2018.

Each Wednesday at Barrie North Collegiate Institute, the school’s mental health and well-being committee is working to address food access for students. The Soul Soup program is intended to ensure all students have access to hot, nutritious lunches during the winter months.

The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) will host a series of information sessions for parents and guardians to learn more about special education in the SCDSB, and how to support students with special education needs.

On Nov. 21, the SCDSB will host the world premiere of the Heroes: Indigenous Role Models video, comic book and poster series. The series highlights the stories, successes and life experiences of a variety of individuals with First Nation, Métis or Inuit heritage.

On Nov. 15, students at Orillia Secondary School (OSS) will have the chance to shake up their personal style at the Nighthawk’s Closet, an upcycled clothing boutique operating out of the school store.

The SCDSB is seeking up to three community representatives who are interested in serving on the Parent Involvement Committee (PIC).

Tecumseth Beeton Elementary School’s 50th anniversary is this year, and the school community is celebrating on Nov. 1.

This update provides highlights of the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) Board Meeting held Wednesday, October 24, 2018.

School council members from every Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) school are invited to attend 'Connections' on Oct. 23 at the Education Centre in Midhurst.

On Oct. 22, in partnership with the County of Simcoe, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) will host Love Builds Brains – an evening with Dr. Jean Clinton.

On Oct. 13, the intermediate and senior stage bands from Orillia Secondary School (OSS) will join the Orillia Brassworks at Geneva Event Centre to play a special concert as part of the Orillia Jazz Festival.

The Orillia Learning Centre is teaming up with the Simcoe Alternative SS (Orillia Campus) and the Champlain Seniors Service Club, in partnership with Fabricare Cleaning Center (Orillia) on the 9th Annual Winter Coat Drive.

Huronia Centennial Elementary School’s (HCES) 50th anniversary is this year, and school staff are recognizing the milestone with an open house on Oct. 4.

This update provides highlights of the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) Board Meeting held Wednesday, September 26, 2018.

On Oct. 25 the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) and Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) will jointly hold public meetings to consider the enactment of successor education development charge (EDC) by-laws in Simcoe County.

The Simcoe County District School Board is seeking representatives of local agencies, associations and organizations who are interested in serving on the Special Education Advisory Committee.

On September 19, Ontario’s Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) released 2017-18 EQAO assessment results. The Simcoe County District School Board’s (SCDSB) mathematics results showed an increase in Grades 3 and 6 mathematics and Grade 9 academic mathematics.

SCDSB schools and facilities have raised a total of $3,541,411 to date for the Terry Fox Foundation through school runs, walks and fundraising activities.

This update provides information about the start of the 2018-19 International and Indigenous Languages Program

On August 30, 2018, the Director shared the following letter to SCDSB staff regarding the Health and Physical Education Curriculum.

This update provides highlights of the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) Board Meeting held on Wednesday, August 29, 2018.

Children in Grades 1-8 can learn a new language, or preserve their native language, through the Simcoe County District School Board’s (SCDSB) International and Indigenous Languages Program.

In September, the SCDSB and SMCDSB are holding a joint information meeting to update the trustees of each Board on the proposed EDC by-laws.

The Chairperson the of SCDSB sent a letter to the Minister of Education regarding the recent cancellation of curriculum writing sessions, including those focusing on Truth and Reconciliation and Indigenous Languages in Kindergarten.

The Ontario government recently announced its intention to begin public consultation on the current Health and Physical Education Curriculum. The government indicated that the most recent curriculum, released in 2015, will not be in place at the start of the school year. School boards have not yet received direction from the Ministry of Education as to next steps. As information becomes available, including opportunities for public consultation, the SCDSB will share that information with families, to ensure that members of our entire community have the opportunity to provide input regarding the new curriculum.

Social and recreational programs will be offered this fall for students diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

The SCDSB invites interested parties to submit expressions of interest relating to potential partnership opportunities for three new elementary schools

The Simcoe Community Services Inclusion Excellence awards are presented annually to educators and students who promote and exemplify inclusive school environments.

Details on summer hours, registration, report cards, transportation and more.

The Township of Oro-Medonte and the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) are formalizing plans for development of a joint-use facility in the Township of Oro-Medonte.

​This update provides highlights of the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) Board Meeting held Wednesday, June 20, 2018.

The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is reaching out to partners and potential partners to share planning information and encourage potential partnerships. On May 29, individuals and organizations from across Simcoe County are invited to a Community Partnership Consultation.

This update provides highlights of the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) Board Meeting held Wednesday, May 23, 2018.

​Members of the public who are interested in running as a Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) trustee in the upcoming municipal election are invited to an information session on June 18, 2018.

​This update provides highlights of the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) Special Board Meeting held Tuesday, May 22, 2018.

​The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) and the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) held joint public meetings to review the current educational development charge (EDC) policies and to gather public input regarding these policies.

Construction of a new addition and renovations throughout Barrie North Collegiate (BNC) began in 2016.

One hundred students, staff, volunteers and co-op employers will be recognized at the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB)’s annual Character Recognition Evening on May 17.

The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is reaching out to partners and potential partners to share planning information and encourage potential partnerships.

The SCDSB and the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) are holding joint public meetings to review the current educational development charge policies and to gather public input regarding these policies.

​Student Trustee elections for the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB)’s 2018-19 school year were held on April 24.

This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, April 25, 2018.

West Bayfield Elementary School’s 25th anniversary is this year, and the school community is celebrating on April 26.

Allandale Heights Public School’s 50th anniversary is this year, and the school community is celebrating on Thursday, Apr. 19.

This update provides highlights of the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) Board Meeting held Wednesday, March 28, 2018.

The Simcoe County District School Board invites applications for the position of Trustee representing the public school ratepayers in the County of Simcoe – Township of Adjala-Tosorontio, Township of Essa, and CFB Borden.

​This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, February 28, 2018.

In September 2017, a new passion for learning was ignited in Alliston as students and staff filled the halls and classrooms of the new Boyne River Public School.

​The Feb. 7, 2018 Business & Facilities Standing Committee meeting has been cancelled.

Contractors working on the major addition and renovation at Elmvale District High School (EDHS) recently discovered a time capsule while removing an interior wall of the school building.

This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, January 31, 2018.

The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) received Capital Project Funding to support a new elementary school in Wasaga Beach.

The Ministry of Education announced today that the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) will receive capital funding for three new public elementary schools.

The Simcoe County District School Board’s (SCDSB) 2016-17 Report to the Community is now available.

This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, December 20, 2017.

This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Special Organizational Meeting held Monday, December 4, 2017.

This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, November 22, 2017.

In June 2017, families in Orillia were provided with another option for child care, when the Orillia Central Preschool opened the doors to a new facility at Orchard Park Public School.

This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Special Board Meeting held Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017.

Students and staff across the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) will be recognizing Treaties Recognition Week from Nov. 5 to 11 with a variety of in-class activities.

The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) has received a $2.6 million grant from the Ministry of Education’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund to complete energy conservation projects at 21 schools.

This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, October 25, 2017.

​The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) has approved a Program Review (PR) of the French as a Second Language (FSL) program currently located at Mundy’s Bay Public School.

This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, September 27, 2017.

Full results of the 2016-17 Grade 3 and 6 EQAO tests, Grade 9 math test and Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) were released by Ontario’s Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) on September 20.

The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is hosting a public meeting to share information and gather community input regarding a potential replacement for Banting Memorial High School.

This update provides highlights of the SCDSB Board Meeting held Wednesday, August 30, 2017.