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The Agenda has been posted for the Meeting of the Board on Tuesday, April 15th: calendar.publicboard.ca/meetings/Detai…

The Greater Essex County District School Board (GECDSB) invites parents/guardians, students, staff and community members to provide input into the budget development process. Please take a few minutes to complete the anonymous survey, which will be open until Friday, February 28th, 2025 at 5:00 pm. Take the survey here: shorturl.at/vfJA7 For more information about the GECDSB 2025-26 annual budget and budget process, please visit the following link to the 2025-26 Public Budget Consultation Presentation: youtu.be/pQiJT1nEmgc

The Agenda has been posted for the Special Meeting of the Board on Tuesday, November 19th: calendar.publicboard.ca/meetings/Detai…

Ontario is committed to creating safe and inclusive schools where everyone feels welcome and respected. Learn how schools use progressive discipline to address inappropriate behaviour. #section-1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ontario.ca/page/creating-…

Workforce WindsorEssex is searching for local community organizations that want to partner with the Open Doors Program! An Open Doors Employer is a company or organization who welcomes in students for experiential learning opportunities like tours, speaking engagements, or placements (ex: co-op, apprenticeships, or internships). Employers – if you have staff and an atmosphere that will get students excited about your industry, list your experiential learning opportunities today and get your future workforce in the door! To become an Open Doors Workplace, please click here - workforcewindsoressex.com/open-doors/

Learning about Treaties and Indigenous history doesn’t have to end with Treaties Recognition Week! November is Indigenous Education Month, an opportunity to learn about our shared history, and Indigenous achievements, contributions, and perspectives. nativechild.org/community/indi…

EarlyON Centres offer a range of programs where families and children, from birth to 6 years old, can drop in to learn, play and connect with others. Many centres are open weekdays, evenings and weekends. Find a location near you: ontario.ca/page/find-earl… @ChildrenON

EPISODE 3 🎙️of the WE Belong Podcast is now available to listen! Aaron chats with Fitsum from GECDSB Language Assessment Resource Centre. Click the link to listen on your preferred streaming service: webelong.podbean.com

Today is #WorldKindnessDay! Random acts of kindness can brighten someone’s day. #BeKind to one another and inspire others to do the same. Tell us in the comments how you practice kindness! Learn how we promote safe and accepting schools: ontario.ca/page/promote-p… @ChildrenON

Bullying can have lasting effects on children. Whether they're a victim or the bully, it can lead to emotional, behavioral, and social issues. Let's work together to create safe environments for all kids and stop bullying: ontario.ca/StopBullying #BAPW #BullyingAwarenessWeek

Remembrance Day recognizes and honours all those who served our country to give us the freedoms that we enjoy today. It is our opportunity to learn about and preserve their legacy and the ultimate sacrifices they made. #lestweforget2024

Today, on Nov. 8, we observe Indigenous Veterans Day to recognize the courage and sacrifice of First Nation, Inuit and Métis people in military service. Learn more about Indigenous veterans: veterans.gc.ca/en/remembrance… #LestWeForget

Save the Date(s)! GECDSB high schools are hosting open houses and information nights soon! This is your chance to explore what high school has to offer and get ready for your exciting transition to Grade 9. Stay tuned for details and make sure to visit the link for dates, times, and everything you need to know: publicboard.ca/en/our-schools… For any questions, reach out to your Grade 8 Teacher, Guidance Counsellors, or Student Success Teachers.

November 8 is #NationalIndigenousVeteransDay, a day for remembrance and commemoration of the contributions of Indigenous veterans in the First and Second World Wars, as well as the Korean War. First Nations, Inuit and Métis people were not eligible for conscription because they were not citizens of Canada, but many volunteered despite the challenges they faced, including travelling long distances, learning a new language and coping with racism against them. Indigenous people have continuously volunteered to serve and have done so bravely and with distinction.

Ontario elementary and high schools are helping students explore the world of #SkilledTrades. Through in-school programs, students are exposed to many of the 140 skilled trades in Ontario and the wide range of career opportunities they offer. Learn more: ontario.ca/page/skilled-t…

Awesome to see school lunches delivered to students in #WindsorEssex by the @GordieHoweBrg Community Benefits Plan and @UnitedWayWECK volunteers! No child should learn on an empty stomach — that’s why we are launching a National School Food Program 🇨🇦🍎

Want to learn more about Treaties? 🟣 Listen to Indigenous voices 🟣 Watch content created by Indigenous people 🟣 Discover which Treaty covers the land where you live, work or travel on. Try our interactive Treaties map to learn more: ontario.ca/page/map-ontar… #TreatyON

Stressed about math? 📚✨ Discover our JUMP Math Program! Designed for students of all levels, JUMP Math's structured approach helps every child understand, enjoy, and succeed in math. This program builds confidence and sparks interest in mathematics. Start your journey today!

📢 Community Spotlight: West Windsor School Lunch Pilot Program with United Way Windsor-Essex and Windsor-Detroit Port Authority. The West Windsor School Lunch Pilot is bringing warm, nutritious meals to hundreds of students every week! Supported by the Gordie Howe International Bridge Community Benefits Plan, this program delivers free lunches to over 400 students at General Brock Public School on Wednesdays and nearly 500 students at St. James Catholic Elementary School on Thursdays. Setaish, a student from General Brock, shared a heartfelt message about the program’s impact: "The variety is incredible, from fresh chicken wraps to warm mac and cheese. It’s not just about the food; it’s about coming together as a community and enjoying a meal with friends. This program is a blessing and a reminder of how essential it is to support one another and foster a caring community." Read more about how this initiative is nourishing minds, bodies, and our community on our website: publicboard.ca/en/news/35-00-…

Budgeting shows how much money you earn, spend and save. It also helps you achieve your #FinancialGoals. Learn how to create a budget and strengthen your financial literacy with our free online training modules: dcp.edu.gov.on.ca/resources/en/t… #FLM2024 #FinancialLiteracyMonth @ONfinance