HWDSB will hold a Pathways Information Night to help families and students in grades 7 to 12 learn more about the variety of high school options available and plan their high school years.
Students in grades 9 to 12 can also meet partners who can help them earn Community Involvement Hours.
Wednesday, November 1 at LIUNA Station (360 James St. N.). Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and you can drop in anytime until 9 p.m.
Norwood Park families,Our October Newsletter and Calendar are now available.Wishing you a safe and happy Thanksgiving long weekend. Norwood October 2017 Newsletter Norwood Park October 2017 Calendar
At HWDSB, we know that parent engagement fosters student success. We want to be as clear as possible about changes to how schools report on learning in Kindergarten.
In the past at HWDSB, family members could attend “observation visits” in Kindergarten. For the 2017-18 school year, we will be using the new, written Kindergarten report provided by the Ministry of Education.
Members of School Councils and school administrators across HWDSB are invited to attend the orientation session, School Council Start-up 2017-18.
There are two dates – Oct. 19 and 26 – so please choose the one that fits your schedule.
The Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) released the 2016-17 assessment results in the areas of Primary and Junior Reading, Writing and Mathematics, as well as the results of the Grade 9 Mathematics assessment and the Grade 10 Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT).
Hamilton-Wentworth Student Transportation Services (HWSTS) has advised Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board (HWCDSB) and Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) that a bus driver shortage may impact local school bus routes.
As of Tuesday, September 19, HWSTS estimates that delays could impact 21 routes.
Hamilton-Wentworth Student Transportation Services (HWSTS) has advised Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board (HWCDSB) and Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) that a bus driver shortage may impact local school bus routes. As of Monday, October 3, HWSTS estimates that delays could impact 18 routes.
Welcome to the second week of school! Our first newsletter and calendar for the year is now available online.Don’t forget to subscribe to our website to receive updates right to your inbox.
HWDSB’s French as a Second Language (FASL) Advisory Committee is seeking members to advise Trustees on elementary and secondary French programming as well as Ministry of Education and community learning supports. Applications are due by Monday, September 25, 2017.
Welcome to another school year! School Council will have its first meeting of the year on Tuesday, September 19th, at 6:30pm in the music room.If you are interested on joining the School Council executive, or know someone who is interested, you can download a copy of the nomination form or request a hard copy … Read more about School Council First Meeting of the Year and Executive Nominations
HWDSB’s new Student Trustees Ruby Hye and Morghen Jael would love to share the following letter and video with our school communities, encouraging everyone to make student voice a priority in the year ahead.
Dear Parents, Guardians and Caregivers,To create a more efficient busing network, the Hamilton-Wentworth Student Transportation Service (HWSTS) governance committee has reviewed school bell times within Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board and Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board.Our school was included in this review, and the findings result … Read more about Reminder of Bell Time Change for September 2017
In September, Mme Kurtz will be moving to a full-time Vice Principal position at Sir William Osler School. We will miss Mme Kurtz and wish her all the best at her new school.We would like to welcome Vice Principal Mme LaCroix who will be joining … Read more about Staffing Changes
Our last calendar and newsletter of the year are now available.
Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board has received approval from the Ministry of Education on its 2017-2018 elementary school year calendar.
Our calendar and newsletter are now available for download.
At HWDSB, we believe all students and staff have the right to learn and work in a safe environment. To do that, it is important that everyone is aware of our Safe Schools policy and procedures to help reduce the risk of harm to students, staff, visitors and facility users in the event of a violent or serious incident.
We want to make you aware of a book and Netflix series causing concern in the educational community. Netflix has released a new series, 13 Reasons Why, that may harm students who struggle with mental health challenges.
Spring time means outdoor time for using tricycles, bicycles, skateboards, scooters and in-line skates
If your child will be starting Grade 9 in September 2017 and is interested in taking a credit course this summer, our Reach Ahead summer programs are an excellent option.
New programs like the Canada Child Benefit may mean hundreds of dollars a month in additional income for families in Hamilton. But to receive these benefits, families must file taxes every year Hamilton Tax Help is offering free income tax clinics if your income level is below: Single … Read more about Hamilton Tax Help
Norwood’s April Newsletter and April School Calendar are now available to download.This month we are celebrating our volunteers with various events, including the 2017 Profiling Volunteer Excellence Open House at the Ed Centre. Please see Profiling-Excellence-Volunteer-Invite for full details and information on how to register.
Due to increased mumps activity in Hamilton and Ontario, City of Hamilton Public Health reminds parents of children attending school to ensure their child’s vaccine records are up to date.
On Wednesday, April 5th, starting at 5:30pm, Parents as Partners invites all to an evening with members of the Social Work Department for Supporting Your Anxious Child. For full details, including how to register see the flyer for this event .
HWDSB and its Parent Involvement Committee invite all school volunteers to attend an open house celebration of those who give their time and energy so that students succeed.
Profiling Volunteer Excellence 2017 will be held on Tuesday, April 25, 2017, 6 to 8 p.m. Please register before noon on Tuesday, April 18, 2017.
Find complete details in the Profiling Volunteer Excellence 2017 – Invitation.
Our March Newsletter and Calendar are now available for download.
This is a reminder for parents and guardians to review their child’s vaccines with their doctor.
The February Newsletter and February Calendar are now available.
The news of the deadly attack on a mosque in Ste-Foy, Quebec is leaving many of us at Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board saddened and disturbed. As a country, we mourn the tragic loss of life and condemn this deplorable terrorist attack that targeted Muslims, our fellow Canadians, in a peaceful place of worship.
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