Deb Lyon

OCDSB staff learning from Dr. Hanley about SIBs. #GCASymposium 2024 #Geneva Centre #OCDSB

OCDSB staff listening to Dr. Paula Kluth on inclusion and UDL #GCASymposium2024 #GenevaCentre #OCDSB #InclusionRules

OCDSB staff learning at the Geneva Centre for Autism Symposium #GCASymposium2024 #Geneva Centre #OCDSB

OCDSB EAs engaged in the learning with our keynote speaker - Sam Demma ⁦@OCDSB⁩ ⁦@Sam_Demma⁩ ⁦@PeterSymmonds⁩

Sam Demma at the OCDSB EA Learning Days ⁦@OCDSB⁩ ⁦@PeterSymmonds⁩ ⁦@Sam_Demma⁩

@RegLavergne Congrats Dr. Lavergne!

OCDSB is at the Deaf Expo at the Nepean Sportsplex. Come and visit our booth.

OCDSB is at the Deaf Expo at the Nepean Sportsplex. Come and visit our booth.

Mental Health Week begins today! This year’s theme, “My Story”, recognizes the unique stories and experiences each of us brings to the world. Visit our website to learn more about Mental Health Week and how you can take part: ow.ly/VeHx50O0BE1

On Sunday’s #WorldAutismAwarenessDay, we celebrate autistic people's invaluable contributions to communities around the world. Find out more: un.org/en/observances…

Today is #WorldAutismAwarenessDay! 1 in 50 children and youth in Canada are currently diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). When we all work together to promote awareness, acceptance and inclusion, all individuals can reach their full potential.

World Autism Day takes place each year on April 2, and is part of World Autism Month! This year, the @AutismONT theme for its events and activities is Celebrate the Spectrum. Learn more about Celebrate the Spectrum and how to get involved: celebratethespectrum.com/get-involved/

Thank you for your support! We have educational toolkits available for elementary and secondary schools, as well as adults. Learn about #autism all month long! Check it out: celebratethespectrum.com

Happy World Autism Day from all of us at Autism Ontario! @MSAutismOntario Learn how you can get involved and #CelebrateTheSpectrum at: celebratethespectrum.com #AutismOntario #AutismMatters #WorldAutismDay2023

@CrystalBayOCDSB Looks like so much fun. Great idea!

We had the best time this past week! Bubble Birthdays came in to the school for an amazing bubble show for all the students. He made giant bubbles, hundreds of small bubbles, bubbles we could hold in the palm of our hands and even bubbles we could stand in! We ❤️ bubbles!

Today begins the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, an annual international campaign calling for the prevention & elimination of violence against women & girls.

OCDSB students, staff, and families: Join us Thursday, November 17 for a Transgender Day of Remembrance webinar. Participants will learn more about transgender identity and the support that is available for trans and gender diverse students. Learn more: ow.ly/5kME50Lz5bw

Today is Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day! Please join us in thanking our incredible Early Childhood Educators and child care staff for their hard work and dedication, and the support they give to our youngest learners.

A reminder that Friday, October 7th is a PA Day for all #OCDSB elementary and secondary schools. There will be no classes held on this day.

On Friday, September 30th, OCDSB students and staff will mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. Learn more about the learning taking place, and how you can take action as well: ow.ly/WvwI50KRP7H