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 […]

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. 

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 […]

As we prepare for the 2020-2021 school year, one thing is certain, this school year will not likely resemble anything that we have seen before. Our focus will remain on the safe transportation of students to and from school, notwithstanding the environment that surrounds us.[…]

As we approach the new school year, we are working hard with the Ministry of Education and the Local Health Units to adequately prepare for the safe reopening of our schools. Building a safe, effective learning experience with new parameters for our students who come with diverse learning needs and identities is a key priority. […]