Orange Shirt Day
On September 30, the same time of year children were taken to residential schools, we remember and acknowledge this legacy. We wear orange to symbolize the journey towards healing, truth and reconciliation, in honour of the children who survived residential schools and those who did not. In Education, we are called to actively engage in responding […]
Career Opportunity
Nipissing-Parry Sound Student Transportation Services is looking for an administrative clerk. […]
This Is Us data revealed
At the Near North District School Board, we are committed to creating safe and positive spaces that respect and celebrate diversity for all our students. The Near North District School Board conducted its first a Student Census survey “This is Me” in the 2018/2019 school year for all students kindergarten to grade 12. The survey […]
NNDSB releases anti-racism statement
The Near North District School Board is committed to equity and inclusion and the elimination of discrimination and racism in education. We acknowledge that systemic racism, bias and discrimination exists in Ontario and is experienced by students, families and staff in Black, Indigenous and racialized communities. We are committed to working with our communities to […]
Directors of Education and Medical Officers of Health from across Northern Ontario stand united to deliver on COVID-19 safer schools
On March 13, 2020, schools across Ontario closed their doors without us knowing when they would reopen. Almost six months later, school doors are beginning to re-open to welcome students back for the 2020-2021 school year. These last 25 weeks have been marked with uncertainty, personal and economic sacrifice . . . and ultimately, with […]
A Message from the Director of Education and Chair of the Board
Dear Near North District School Board Family, We look forward to welcoming our students back to school. During these unprecedented times and the significant shifts away from our normal routines, many people have expressed concerns about the impact on students’ academic journeys. We want to encourage parents, educators, and students in the Near North District […]
Information for School start up
We would like to acknowledge and thank you for your patience, flexibility and understanding as we have planned for school re-opening in a year like no other. We are confident in the status of our preparations and look forward to school startup and engaging with students and facilitating their learning once again. With this in mind, we would like to highlight a few critical areas for our students and their families.
Updates to Return to School
Parents and Guardians, As previously stated, when we released the return to school plan, we continue to review and update our school re-opening models in partnership and with guidance, from the Ministry of Education and local and provincial health authorities from the lens of enhancing the safety of our students, staff, and school communities. Change […]
Health Unit School Reopening Letter to Parents
North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit (Health Unit) has been working diligently with school boards within our district to help inform and support the school reopening efforts. Through these discussions, the Health Unit identified additional information needed by parents and guardians as they prepare their children for a safer return to school. In an […]
