August 26, 2019 – On Friday August 21st Near North District School Board released its comprehensive Return to School Guidance Document prepared to guide staff and families as they prepare for Startup. On August 11th Near North District School Board released a summary document to support parents and staff. Adjustments were made to reflect the latest […]
West Ferris Students Receive Vale COVID-19 Challenge Grant
June 19, 2020 –West Ferris Secondary School (WFSS) STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) program students have received one of eleven worldwide Vale COVID-19 challenge grants for their construction and distribution of the UV Cube sterilizer box. The Vale challenge was launched earlier this year to expand solutions against COVID-19, including risk monitoring and prevention […]
NNDSB Establishes a New Governance Manual and By-laws
June 9, 2020 – The Near North District School Board (NNDSB) intends to adopt a new governance manual and by-laws at the June 22, 2020, regular board meeting. Since inauguration, a complete review of board governance policies, procedures and by-laws was a priority of the board and was further assisted by recommendations of both the […]
NNDSB Board Allocates Funds for 3:2 Consolidation
January 29, 2020 – The Near North District School Board (NNDSB) Trustees have approved the allocation of approximately $1.4 million to commence necessary renovations to Chippewa and West Ferris facilities to continue offering existing and expanded programming. Funds will be used to prioritize renovations and building upgrades that will assist in improving student success and achievement, while ensuring equitable access to NNDSB programs and facilities. The NNDSB is working to provide students with a sense of security and comfort during the […]
NNDSB Appoints Craig Myles as Director of Education
December 17, 2019 – The Near North District School Board is pleased to announce that Craig Myles has been appointed the Director of Education, effective January 6, 2020. “The board is pleased to have chosen an internal candidate for our Director. We are confident that his skills and extensive experience with the board will be […]
NNDSB MOVING AHEAD WITH 3:2 CONSOLIDATION AND NEW PROGRAMMING
December 5, 2019 – Near North District School Board (NNDSB) Trustees were provided with an update on the North Secondary School 3:2 Consolidation at a Special Committee of the Whole Meeting on December 3, 2019. Senior Administration and school staff continue to work on the implementation of the 3:2 school consolidation through the ongoing review of budgets and workplans. Trustees discussed options for programming at West Ferris Secondary School and Chippewa Secondary School […]
NNDSB Re-Elect Chair and Vice-Chair
December 4, 2019 – Last evening at the Annual Organizational Meeting of the Near North District School Board (NNDSB), Trustee Jay Aspin was re-elected as Chair and Trustee John Cochrane was acclaimed as Vice-Chair. Chair Aspin expressed his gratitude to fellow Trustees for the significant time and effort that has been spent working together over the past year to move forward a number of Board initiatives. In addition to the decision to […]
NNDSB to Hold Public Meeting and Re-Vote on Secondary School Consolidation
August 14, 2019 – The Near North District School Board has begun implementing the recommendations contained in the Ombudsman’s Final Report. In addition to a number of recommendations for improved process and governance, the following recommendation was identified with respect to the Secondary School Consolidation: “The Near North District School Board should prepare a new final staff report that explains […]
Northern Secondary School New Logo
June 24, 2019 – The Northern Secondary School NNDSB ‘Logo’ committee is pleased to share the new school logo of “The Stars”. “The Stars,” which appears in the middle of our logo represents the idea that we can all be stars, all be shining lights in the night, that we can reach for the stars […]
NNDSB Clarification on Redundancy Notices
April 24, 2019 – It was necessary for The Near North District School Board to provide notification of potential redundancies to our Teacher Union partners on April 15, 2019 in accordance with the terms, conditions and inherent timelines of our collective agreements and established communication protocols. In the absence of GSN (Grants for Student Needs) announcements, the accompanying technical paper, various memos that confirm funding for the upcoming 2019/2020 from […]
