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OCDSB Families: Today we sent an update with a few reminders for the beginning of the school year. Check your email or visit our website. Parent updates: ow.ly/34yI50G8471 Student updates: ow.ly/b7k450G8470

School starts September 9th! For important dates for the 2021-22 school year, view our Elementary Calendar: ow.ly/1OsJ50FZu7B Note: Kindergarten classes begin Sept 13. Schools are reaching out with details & parents are welcome to contact their principal with questions.

June is National Indigenous History Month. This month honours the history, contributions, culture and strength of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples. Learn more: ow.ly/kPgr50F0cHB.

In June, report cards will be sent out via email. If you haven't been receiving emails from your child's school or the OCDSB, please: ✅Check your spam folder ✅Update your SchoolMessenger preferences ✅Contact the school to update your email address. #OCDSBStayConnected

We commit to remember and ensure the sad legacy of Canada’s residential schools is not forgotten. #215Children #EveryChildMatters

Effective Monday, May 31 to June 8, the flags will be lowered on all OCDSB schools and buildings. They will remain lowered for 215 hours in respect for each child who did not return home. #215Children #EveryChildMatters

#OCDSB Families: Emails were sent today with information on new Ottawa Public Health outdoor recreation restrictions, report cards, summer school, and more. Check your email or visit our website. Parent updates: ow.ly/pWFn50DXrbQ Student updates: ow.ly/wuOT50DXrbP

Join us in celebrating World #AutismAwarenessMonth! 🦋 Register for our virtual speaker series: ow.ly/xL4S50EcVUh 🦋 Learn more on the @AutismONT website: ow.ly/2L1g50EcVUe #OCDSB #AutismAwarenessOCDSB

On March 31, Indigenous students & families in the #OCDSB are invited to the second event of this year's Indigenous Youth Symposium with special guests Silla, who will share about their journey through music and the beauty of Inuit culture. Register: ow.ly/lIQC50E5o8q

We will be hosting a series focusing on the topic of Black Excellence. Session 1 is taking place March 10th from 7 to 8 p.m. It will be a panel discussion on how we can work together to cultivate Black Excellence at the #OCDSB. Learn more: ow.ly/G4vS30rylLB

Elementary Report Cards are now available on the online portal.

In celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth, read the biographies of some notable people who have helped shape Canadian heritage and identity. Visit the Government of Canada website to learn more: ow.ly/luy530rvK2b

Reminder: #OCDSB elementary schools will have a PA Day on Friday, February 12th. There will be no remote or in-person classes taking place for elementary students on this day. Staff will be receiving training focused on equity issues and health and safety matters.

Your child is ready for kindergarten and we’re ready for whatever 2021 brings. Our safe, caring and inclusive program makes every child feel welcome. We also offer before and after school care. Join us for a Virtual Parent Information Night. ocdsb.ca/kindergarten

If you wish to have your child attend a school other than their designated school, you must complete a student transfer application. The application period for elementary and secondary student transfers is from February 1 to 16, 2021. Learn more: ow.ly/b9nN30ru69q #OCDSB

Reminder that elementary schools will have a PA Day on Friday, January 22 for assessment, evaluation and report card preparation. There will be no remote or in-person classes taking place for elementary students on this day. #OCDSB

The #OCDSB is thrilled to present a Speaker Series on Screen Time During the Covid-19 Pandemic with Dr. Michael Cheng, on January 21st at 6:30 p.m. The session will be recorded for those unable to attend. Visit our website to learn more: ow.ly/F7fP30rrHuz