Altona Forest P.S.

Kindergarten registration for the 2025-2026 school year starts online Tuesday, January 7, 2025! 🎒 To learn more about the DDSB Kindergarten program and to register visit: bit.ly/3FN5KoX

We want to know: what do the terms ‘human rights’ and ‘belonging’ mean to you? Communities, Friendships, Dignity and respect, Our stories, Human Rights Belong Here! Share your thoughts: bit.ly/3OuWjAZ

Tickets! Get your raffle tickets! Support our SCC raffle. #parkingspot

Our SCC is hosting a raffle!!!! See schoolcashonline to enter! #hopeyouwin #premiumparking @DDSBSchools

Reminder for students taking the bus 📢 If school buses are cancelled due to weather: - Schools remain open - Info will be posted on DDSB social media and website before 7 a.m. Know your zone: bit.ly/2OQvGIX

Happy Support Staff Appreciation Day! 🎉 Today we celebrate the dedicated individuals who work tirelessly behind the scenes to create a better learning environment for all. Thank you for your hard work, and the vital role you play in education! #EducationHeroes @DDSBSchools

Join us as we continue the conversation to dismantle anti-Black racism, guided by the DDSB’s Human Rights, Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Racism Policy November 27 @ 7 p.m. Register for the virtual community engagement event: forms.gle/ajfifP7cPGCyv8…

With winter weather soon to be upon us, it’s important for those taking the bus to know your inclement weather zone! Zone 1 – Brock Zone 2 – Uxbridge Zone 3 – Scugog Zone 4 – Pickering, Ajax, Oshawa, Whitby Learn more bit.ly/3heg0A7

We are once again doing the Holiday Gift Basket Fundraiser with the help of our SCC. Letters with more information were sent home yesterday. If you feel you are able to participate, please send your theme to with your child at your earliest convenience. #ThanksSCC @DDSBSchools

Tomorrow!!!! Movie time!!!! Altona Forest's SCC will be hosting a school movie night. The doors open at 5:20pm & the movie begins at 6:00pm. Refreshments and tickets for a basket raffle will also be sold. We look forward to seeing you. @DDSBSchools #MovieNight

PLEASE SAVE THE DATE...... Altona Forest's SCC will be hosting a school movie night on Wednesday, November 6th. The doors will open at 5:20pm and the movie will begin at 6:00pm. We look forward to seeing you there! @DDSBSchools #MovieNight

Communities, Friendships, Dignity and respect, Our stories, and Human Rights Belong Here! Visit bit.ly/3YHF3hY to learn more and tell us what Human Rights means to you.

For those celebrating Halloween, here’s a few food safety tips to keep in mind when trick-or-treating: bit.ly/4eYZ7SO 🎃

The DDSB Loves our ECEs & Child Care Workers! On ECE Appreciation Day, & every day – thank you for all you do! The DDSB’s Educational Services encompasses a wide variety of skilled professionals like our ECEs & Child Care Workers.

On #ECEAppreciation and #ChildcareWorkerAppreciation Day we want to thank our lovely DECEs and our Daycare Partners. Your hard work doesn't go unnoticed #Weappreciateyou @DDSBSchools

It’s Local Government Week! This week aims to increase youth and public awareness about the important role local government plays in our communities. Learn more about the role of school board trustees: youtu.be/iojuy14aNkc #LocalGovWeek

DDSB’s Special Education Advisory Committee is seeking applications for a member at large position. SEAC is a great opportunity to contribute to school communities and build skills and experience. Applications due by Tuesday, October 15. Visit: bit.ly/3uvBzhW

To our amazing Caretakers at Altona Forest and in the wider @DDSBSchools, thank you for all you do to keep our school safe, secure, and clean. We appreciate you!!! #CustodianAppreciationDay @DDSBSchools

Having issues with your child’s Chromebook? The Digital Learning and Device Support page contains helpful information on: Password Reset ✔️ Troubleshooting ✔️ Cyber Safety ✔️ Visit: bit.ly/2ZD8aan