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Families interested in learning more about vaping prevention were invited to join Hamilton Public Health Services (HPHS) experts at Vaping: The Unfiltered Facts.

At this virtual information session for parents, guardians and caregivers, attendees learned about local data, health risks and strategies for talking to your child about vaping. Guest youth panelists also shared experiences and insight.

https://www.hwdsb.on.ca/blog/vaping-prevention-information-session/

Vaping Prevention Information Night with Hamilton Public Health Services

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Throughout the month of May, students from across HWDSB showcased their talent at the HWDSB Art Exhibit 2023!

Taking place at the Education Centre, the Exhibit featured pieces from students in Kindergarten to Grade 12 who have used a variety of mediums to create their art, including: watercolour, wood, ink, photography, and digital media.

Thanks to all who participated!

2023 HWDSB Art Exhibit

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Prom Project Hamilton 2023!

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On May 4, HWDSB staff gathered at the Education Centre for the Spring Into Wellness Fair!

A day focused on mental health and well-being, the Fair hosts local organizations who provide accessible resources to help guests take care of their mind, body, and relationships with others.

Staff participated in a variety of wellness activities including reiki, getting a massage, and even cancer screening tests. Guests could also enter a Grand Prize draw to win a wellness prize pack, which includes: a 3-month GoodLife membership, a year-long membership to Hamilton Conservation Authority, gift cards to local wellness organizations, and more!

Thank you to HWDSB Staff Wellness for throwing a fun and educational event. What a great way to end off Mental Health Week!

HWDSB Staff Spring Into Wellness Fair

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On Tuesday, April 25th, 2023, HWDSB held an information night on human development and sexual health education in elementary schools. HWDSB is informing elementary families that learning on Strand D: Growth and Development and Sexual Health will occur between May 1 and June 16 for the 2022-23 school year.

For more information, please visit:
https://www.hwdsb.on.ca/elementary/programs/human-development/

2023 Elementary Health & Physical Education, Human Development & Sexual Health Education Info Night

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Message from the Chair - March Break 2023

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The Great Big Crunch has returned to HWDSB!

The initiative was formally launched on March 9, 2023 at Central Elementary School in Hamilton. City of Hamilton Ward Two Councillor Cameron Kroetsch and HWDSB Director of Education Sheryl Robinson-Petrazzini were on hand to formally launch the program. A total of eight city councillors attended both HWDSB and Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board schools across the city to help bring attention to the event.

The Coalition for Healthy School Food’s website explains that The Great Big Crunch began in 2008 as a program that was started by FoodShare Toronto. It has since grown into a nationwide event that “demonstrates anti-silence in support of a universal school food program”. The program aims to create a simultaneous loud crunch at the designated time in order to call attention to its goal. The program took place between 1:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m., with the official crunch taking place at 1:25 p.m. In March 2022, almost 60,000 crunches could be heard.

In Hamilton, Drummond Farms is supplying the apples for the 2023 event, with funds from FirstOntario Credit Union being used to pay for the fruit.

The Great Big Crunch is an initiative supported by the Hamilton Tastebuds Steering Committee.

A total of 67 HWDSB schools currently have student nutrition program operating as of January 2023.

The Great Big Crunch of 2023!

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HWDSB, on behalf of the Student Voice Survey Committee, is excited to share findings from the Student Voice Survey. Over 4,400 students participated in the May 2022 survey that will help inform HWDSB’s Mental Health Strategy and Student Senate priorities.

Explore the survey findings: https://www.hwdsb.on.ca/blog/2022-student-voice-survey-findings/

A Message from HWDSB's Student Voice Survey Committee

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Food4Kids Hamilton – the reason for #eatAbeet
Learn more: https://www.hwdsb.on.ca/blog/the-eat-a-beet-challenge-is-back/

Food4Kids Hamilton provides packages of nutritious food for over 1000 elementary and secondary school students with little or no access to food during the weekend/summer months. The Food4Kids Hamilton program operates within 54 HWDSB schools, and with the help of school staff, students are referred for enrolment in the program. Through a team of volunteers, Food4Kids Hamilton packs individual food bags every week and delivers directly to schools before each weekend. Visit www.food4kidshamilton.ca to learn more about all the good Food4Kids does for youth in Hamilton.

Director of Education Sheryl Robinson Petrazzini Challenges HWDSB to #eatAbeet

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News

HWDSB in the News – October & November, 2023

Nominate an HWDSB Educator for a 2024 Prime Minister’s Award

National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women – December 6, 2023

Westmount Mavericks Students are Racing to STEM Glory

International Human Rights Day
Day of Significance

Parent Involvement Committee
Meeting

Emotion Coaching Webinar for Caregivers
Board Event

Hanukkah
Day of Significance