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Field trip, but make it major league! Published on Apr 17, 2026 16:24
There’s ‘something rotten’ at upcoming Bear Creek musical production Published on Apr 17, 2026 14:26
‘Legally Blonde’ comes to life on stage at Orillia SS Published on Apr 16, 2026 14:57
SCDSB students to represent Simcoe County at national science fair Published on Apr 13, 2026 09:57
The SCDSB is the place to be – we’re inviting you to see why! Published on Apr 10, 2026 15:15
SCDSB schools ‘hit the right notes’ at local and provincial music festivals Published on Apr 10, 2026 10:16
Sports round-up: GBDSS girls golden in OFSAA hockey, more OFSAA podiums across the SCDSB Published on Apr 8, 2026 16:42
Families and community members invited to learn more about healthy relationships at free event Published on Apr 2, 2026 09:42
Upcoming consultation for parents/guardians and students Published on Apr 1, 2026 13:32
SCDSB parents/guardians invited to learn about cyber security and digital well-being Published on Mar 30, 2026 12:08
Members of the SCDSB community looked ‘Through Her Lens’ this March Published on Mar 27, 2026 11:18
Student designs on display at Bradford District HS fashion show Published on Mar 26, 2026 18:09
In-person and virtual after-school social skills programs being offered this spring Published on Mar 13, 2026 15:10
SCDSB students make their point at Junior Debaters’ Forum Published on Mar 11, 2026 16:07
Portage View PS students make donation to support youth experiencing homelessness Published on Mar 10, 2026 10:48
Nottawa ES students, staff, and families brave the cold in support of local youth shelter Published on Mar 6, 2026 10:38
Register now for Kindergarten in the SCDSB – it’s the place to be! Published on Mar 5, 2026 12:47
Students celebrate strength and resilience at INSPIRE 2026 Young Women’s Conference Published on Mar 4, 2026 10:40
Andrew Hunter ES students celebrate a ‘wonderful, amazing, very good day’ with win in national Munsc Published on Mar 2, 2026 10:58
Barrie-area students can learn about skilled trades and post-secondary opportunities at info night Published on Feb 27, 2026 15:50
Parents/guardians invited to register for By Your Side, a free mental health webinar series Published on Feb 25, 2026 15:39
SCDSB schools ‘sprinkled with kindness’ on Pink Shirt Day Published on Feb 24, 2026 15:24
SCDSB secondary students invited to apply for Umoja Black Secondary Student Leadership Award Published on Feb 24, 2026 14:49
Students at James Keating ES learn about the Olympic experience first-hand Published on Feb 13, 2026 10:39
Sports round-up: elementary students learn character through sport, secondary swimmers ‘fin-tastic’ Published on Feb 3, 2026 10:48
SCDSB Update 8 – Jan. 28, 2026 Published on Jan 30, 2026 16:48
Add math to your family’s equation – join the SCDSB at a Family Math Night this February! Published on Jan 9, 2026 09:54
School spirit and the spirit of giving on display at North Simcoe Cup Published on Jan 8, 2026 15:46
SCDSB Update 7 – Dec. 17, 2025 Published on Dec 19, 2025 10:09
Local charities are big winners at annual Kempenfelt Cup Published on Dec 18, 2025 10:10
Applications are open for in-person and virtual after-school programs for students with ASD Published on Dec 12, 2025 10:10
Celebrate the winter season at Bradford District HS arts night Published on Dec 11, 2025 14:48
School spirit to take centre ice at annual Kempenfelt Cup Published on Dec 11, 2025 11:55
SCDSB shows positive results in 2024-25 EQAO assessments Published on Dec 5, 2025 15:20
Collingwood CI to play host to local and international basketball players at annual tournament Published on Dec 4, 2025 18:15
Schools battle for hockey supremacy and support their local communities at North Simcoe Cup Published on Dec 4, 2025 12:41
Georgian Bay District SS community to Cram-A-Cruiser in support of the Georgian Bay Food Network Published on Dec 3, 2025 14:19
Algonquin Ridge ES community to celebrate 25th anniversary Published on Dec 2, 2025 09:55
Provide your feedback on the proposed SCDSB 2026-27 school year calendar Published on Dec 2, 2025 09:21
SCDSB Update 6 – Nov. 26, 2025 Published on Nov 28, 2025 11:31
Sports round-up: OFSAA repeat caps off successful fall season for SCDSB student-athletes Published on Nov 28, 2025 14:16
Starting Grade 9 next year? Find out why the SCDSB is the place to be at a high school info night! Published on Nov 19, 2025 15:56
SCDSB Update 5 – Nov. 17, 2025 Published on Nov 18, 2025 18:55
SCDSB Update 4 – Nov. 12, 2025 Published on Nov 14, 2025 10:57
Barrie elementary schools to celebrate 10 years of Rotary Book Day Published on Nov 13, 2025 09:38
Support your local school at a holiday market this fall! Published on Nov 12, 2025 09:57
Green light for new Banting Memorial HS – SCDSB receives town approval to build on Banting Homestead Published on Nov 4, 2025 10:38
Twin Lakes SS to host Special Olympics Elementary Sport Festival on Nov. 4 Published on Oct 30, 2025 09:37
Sports round-up: SCDSB student-athletes start the year strong Published on Oct 28, 2025 15:20
Learn more about the skilled trades and technology at Bradford District HS on Nov. 6 Published on Oct 27, 2025 15:09
SCDSB Update 3 – Oct. 22, 2025 Published on Oct 24, 2025 14:18
Fred C. Cook PS recognized locally and nationally for sustainability efforts Published on Oct 20, 2025 11:28
Orientation event offers school council members a chance to connect and learn Published on Oct 17, 2025 09:52
Wasaga Beach PS to host official grand opening celebration on Oct. 21 Published on Oct 16, 2025 14:12
Ready, set, go! Hundreds of students to take part in annual Primary Fun Run Published on Oct 14, 2025 15:21
Learn more about French Immersion in the SCDSB in November; Grade 1 applications open in December Published on Oct 9, 2025 10:42
Apply now for in-person and virtual after-school programs for students with ASD Published on Sep 29, 2025 15:07
SCDSB Update 2 – Sept. 24, 2025 Published on Sep 26, 2025 14:43
Sports round-up: mark your calendars for a jam-packed year of SCDSB sports! Published on Sep 22, 2025 09:54
Nantyr Shores SS student receives SCDSB Umoja Black Secondary Student Leadership Award Published on Sep 4, 2025 09:34
The first bell rings as the SCDSB’s 89th elementary school opens Published on Sep 2, 2025 16:09
The 2025-26 school year is here! Published on Sep 2, 2025 15:54
SCDSB Update 1 – Aug. 27, 2025 Published on Aug 29, 2025 15:33
SCDSB students selected as recipients of Schulich STEM scholarships Published on Jun 27, 2025 14:20
Inclusion excellence awards presented to SCDSB staff Published on Jun 26, 2025 13:52
Sports round-up: SCDSB student-athletes race to OFSAA track and field gold Published on Jun 24, 2025 16:20
SCDSB Update 16 – June 18, 2025 Published on Jun 19, 2025 17:04
Harriett Todd PS selected as recipient of literacy grant Published on Jun 11, 2025 12:11
All SCDSB schools earn Ophea Healthy Schools certification for 2024-25 school year Published on Jun 4, 2025 11:15
SCDSB to celebrate students in skilled trades and apprenticeship program Published on Jun 4, 2025 10:40
SCDSB students representing Simcoe County at national science fair Published on Jun 3, 2025 11:01
SCDSB approves balanced and compliant budget of $768 million for 2025-26 school year Published on May 30, 2025 11:16
New Oro-Medonte elementary school name approved by SCDSB trustees Published on May 30, 2025 11:00
SCDSB Update 15 – May 28, 2025 Published on May 29, 2025 16:52
Applications are open for summer social skills program for SCDSB students with ASD Published on May 27, 2025 14:30
SCDSB students golden at Skills Ontario Competition Published on May 22, 2025 13:20
SCDSB schools pass $5 million dollar milestone in Terry Fox fundraising Published on May 14, 2025 15:15
Sports round-up: Spring sports are heating up in the SCDSB Published on May 13, 2025 16:26
Collingwood schools’ Relay For Life partnership reaches $500,000 milestone Published on May 12, 2025 10:54
SCDSB teacher recognized for excellence in technological education Published on May 9, 2025 14:04
Bradford District HS math team wins back-to-back championships Published on May 8, 2025 12:35
Bear Creek SS to perform award-winning play at showcase highlighting the best in Ontario Published on May 7, 2025 09:25
Help ‘grow’ the garden programs at Bradford District HS and Stayner CI at their plant sales May 10 Published on May 6, 2025 16:09
Bilingual debaters compete nationally after winning provincial championships Published on May 5, 2025 14:49
CORRECTION: SCDSB students & parents/guardians invited to participate in student census this spring Published on May 2, 2025 13:14
SCDSB students and parents/guardians invited to participate in student census this spring Published on May 2, 2025 11:58
Global issues on the table at high school Model UN event Published on Apr 28, 2025 15:00
SCDSB Update 14 – April 23, 2025 Published on Apr 25, 2025 17:06
SCDSB Update 13 – April 23, 2025 Published on Apr 25, 2025 16:51
Inspiring Indigenous Leaders: learn about leadership and career opportunities in the SCDSB Published on Apr 17, 2025 12:04
Join the SCDSB on Instagram Live to learn why the SCDSB is the place to be for Kindergarten! Published on Apr 15, 2025 09:36
SCDSB parents/guardians invited to Connected Parenting learning series this spring Published on Apr 9, 2025 11:37
Nantyr Shores SS school council to host event featuring guest speaker, Karl Subban Published on Apr 4, 2025 11:58
Sports round-up: OFSAA podium finishes in curling, skiing, and wrestling for SCDSB schools Published on Mar 28, 2025 15:01
SCDSB Update 12 – March 26, 2025 Published on Mar 27, 2025 15:39
Join the SCDSB on March 26 for the Barrie-area Skilled Trades Night Published on Mar 21, 2025 09:32
Help the SCDSB name the new Oro-Medonte public elementary school! Published on Mar 7, 2025 16:34
Registration for summer school eLearning is open – secure your spot today! Published on Mar 3, 2025 15:49
SCDSB Update 11 – February 26, 2025 Published on Feb 27, 2025 21:31
In-person and virtual after-school programs for students with ASD – apply now Published on Feb 19, 2025 15:13
Sports round-up: SCDSB student-athletes look to shine in upcoming winter sports championships Published on Feb 6, 2025 15:41
SCDSB families + engaging math activities = Family Math Nights! Join us this February Published on Jan 31, 2025 16:17
SCDSB Update 10 – January 29, 2025 Published on Jan 30, 2025 17:01
SCDSB granted funding for new schools in Barrie and Wasaga Beach Published on Jan 29, 2025 14:36
The SCDSB is the place to be - register your child for Kindergarten today! Published on Jan 15, 2025 13:54
Learn more about special education in the SCDSB at a virtual information session Published on Jan 15, 2025 09:19
Hockey tournaments bring school spirit and holiday cheer to Simcoe County communities and charities Published on Dec 20, 2024 15:43
SCDSB Update 9 – December 18, 2024 Published on Dec 20, 2024 15:29
Apply for in-person and virtual after-school programs for students with ASD Published on Dec 20, 2024 09:15
Sports round-up: Basketball, cross country, and golf OFSAA wins cap off a successful fall season Published on Dec 2, 2024 10:00
Provide your feedback on the proposed SCDSB 2025-26 school year calendar Published on Nov 29, 2024 11:49
SCDSB Update 8 – November 27, 2024 Published on Nov 28, 2024 16:21
SCDSB Board of Trustees announce the next Director of Education Published on Nov 27, 2024 19:39
Starting Grade 9 next year? Your future SCDSB high school’s information night is coming soon! Published on Nov 25, 2024 13:16
Annual Rotary Book Day celebrated at SCDSB schools Published on Nov 22, 2024 16:48
SCDSB Update 7 – Nov. 18, 2024 Published on Nov 19, 2024 16:28
Discover your next career at an upcoming SCDSB job fair Published on Nov 18, 2024 14:37
SCDSB seeking volunteers for Accessibility Advisory Committee Published on Nov 15, 2024 10:36
SCDSB Update 6 – Nov. 13, 2024 Published on Nov 14, 2024 15:50
Barrie Youth Honour Choir to ‘hit the high notes’ at performance on Nov. 20 Published on Nov 14, 2024 09:55
Get into the festive spirit and support your local school at a holiday market! Published on Nov 13, 2024 14:47
Learn more about French Immersion in the SCDSB this November; Grade 1 applications open in December Published on Nov 7, 2024 09:40
School boards and police services sign updated protocol Published on Nov 5, 2024 09:11
SCDSB Update 5 – October 23, 2024 Published on Oct 24, 2024 16:13
SCDSB Update 4 – October 23, 2024 Published on Oct 24, 2024 15:38
Sports round-up: SCDSB athletes show they are ‘best in the field’ in early fall sports Published on Oct 21, 2024 09:41
School council members invited to network and engage at orientation event Published on Oct 17, 2024 12:51
Applications are open for in-person and virtual after-school programs for students with ASD Published on Oct 8, 2024 09:41
Over 1,000 SCDSB students set to race to the finish line at annual Primary Fun Run Published on Oct 7, 2024 16:04
Orillia Learning Centre and Simcoe Shores SS to spread warmth with coat drive Published on Oct 7, 2024 10:24
EQAO results show the SCDSB making gains in math Published on Oct 4, 2024 11:33
SCDSB Update 3 – September 25, 2024 Published on Sep 26, 2024 15:03
Inaugural SCDSB Football Festival kicks off this Thursday, Sept. 26 Published on Sep 25, 2024 18:03
SCDSB seeks parent/guardian and community organization representatives for Safe Schools Committee Published on Sep 24, 2024 15:33
SCDSB schools continue to demonstrate their commitment to maintaining healthy school communities Published on Sep 12, 2024 12:11
SCDSB Update 2 – August 28, 2024 Published on Aug 30, 2024 16:03
SCDSB Update 1 – August 28, 2024 Published on Aug 29, 2024 15:52
Board of Trustees to conduct search for next Director of Education using Promeus Inc. Published on Aug 6, 2024 14:23
SCDSB Update 14 – July 24, 2024 Published on Jul 25, 2024 14:40
SCDSB leads province in energy efficiency Published on Jun 25, 2024 14:00
SCDSB Update 13 – June 19, 2024 Published on Jun 21, 2024 15:19
SCDSB students bring home five medals from Skills Ontario Competition Published on Jun 14, 2024 16:28
SCDSB students report increased feelings of belonging and acceptance in annual school climate survey Published on Jun 13, 2024 15:08
Members of the SCDSB community to gather to celebrate Juneteenth on June 13 Published on Jun 10, 2024 14:02
SCDSB to host celebration recognizing students in skilled trades and apprenticeship program Published on Jun 7, 2024 15:40
Apply now for summer social program for students with ASD Published on Jun 6, 2024 14:30
SCDSB granted funding for four of 13 capital priorities; communities across Simcoe County to benefit Published on Jun 4, 2024 16:41
SCDSB approves $691 million balanced budget for 2024-25 school year Published on May 28, 2024 10:21
SCDSB Update 12 – May 22, 2024 Published on May 23, 2024 14:24
SCDSB students shine at regional science fair; seven to represent Simcoe County at national fair Published on May 6, 2024 14:40
SCDSB educator receives award from the Ontario Association for Mathematics Education Published on May 6, 2024 09:56
Inspiring Indigenous Leaders: learn about leadership and career opportunities in the SCDSB Published on Apr 26, 2024 16:05
SCDSB Update 11 – April 24, 2024 Published on Apr 25, 2024 16:16
High school students to address global issues at model UN event Published on Apr 19, 2024 15:11
Join the SCDSB on Facebook Live to learn about all things Kindergarten! Published on Apr 10, 2024 11:47
SCDSB Equity Advisory Committee seeks parent/guardian members Published on Apr 4, 2024 16:25
SCDSB Update 10 – March 27, 2024 Published on Apr 2, 2024 12:47
Register now for summer eLearning in the SCDSB! Published on Mar 21, 2024 11:43
Help the SCDSB name the new Wasaga Beach public elementary school! Published on Mar 8, 2024 11:44
Registration now open for spring after-school programs for students with ASD Published on Mar 7, 2024 09:56
SCDSB Update 9 – Feb. 28, 2024 Published on Mar 1, 2024 16:58
Support your child in learning math with the new Math at Home resource Published on Feb 12, 2024 11:36
SCDSB to change elementary schools PA Day to April 8 due to total solar eclipse Published on Feb 9, 2024 12:28
SCDSB Update 8 – Jan. 31, 2024 Published on Feb 2, 2024 15:07
Begin your child’s learning journey - register for Kindergarten in the SCDSB! Published on Jan 31, 2024 09:43
Want to learn more about special education in the SCDSB? Published on Jan 30, 2024 09:54
Provide your feedback on the proposed SCDSB 2024-25 school year calendar Published on Dec 22, 2023 11:43
SCDSB Update 7 – Dec. 20, 2023 Published on Dec 22, 2023 09:37
Students with ASD invited to register for in-person and virtual after-school programs offered this w Published on Dec 1, 2023 09:50
Starting Grade 9 next year? Discover your future SCDSB high school at an upcoming information night Published on Nov 30, 2023 11:15
SCDSB Update 6 – Nov. 22, 2023 Published on Nov 23, 2023 19:26
SCDSB Update 5 – Nov. 20, 2023 Published on Nov 21, 2023 17:25
Community invited to celebrate the official grand opening of Maple Ridge Secondary School Published on Nov 17, 2023 16:36
SCDSB Update 4 – Nov. 8, 2023 Published on Nov 10, 2023 15:50
Rotary Club of Barrie supports literacy with annual Rotary Book Day Published on Nov 8, 2023 10:56
Applications for Grade 1 French Immersion open in December; learn more at info session in November Published on Nov 7, 2023 16:01
Property search for Banting Memorial HS replacement continues Published on Nov 7, 2023 12:02
SCDSB Update 3 – Oct. 25, 2023 Published on Oct 27, 2023 12:14
Marshview Public School to celebrate official grand opening on Oct. 19 Published on Oct 18, 2023 16:47
Orillia Learning Centre and Simcoe Shores SS to spread warmth with coat drive Published on Oct 4, 2023 15:47
In-person and virtual after-school programs offered this fall for students with ASD Published on Oct 4, 2023 09:57
SCDSB Update 2 – Sept. 27, 2023 Published on Sep 29, 2023 16:37
Harvest Hills Public School set to host official grand opening celebration Published on Sep 28, 2023 09:36
SCDSB school communities show continued support for Terry Fox Foundation Published on Sep 18, 2023 14:45
School boards to hold public meetings for education development charges Published on Sep 1, 2023 11:47
SCDSB launches new absence reporting system for all schools Published on Aug 31, 2023 16:20
SCDSB Update 1 – Aug. 30, 2023 Published on Aug 31, 2023 15:47