March 3, 2021 Innovative and entrepreneurial NNDSB STEAM students recognized by Education Minister Fionna Truong, Ella Kelso, and Emily Yates may only be in Grades 9 and 10 at West Ferris Secondary School (WFSS), but the female trio has become a force to be reckoned with, catching the eye of Stephen Lecce, Ontario’s Minister of […]

Feb. 16, 2021 Architectural firm selected for new school in Parry Sound North Bay, ON – With tonight’s approval of the recommendation of the ad hoc Parry Sound Architect Selection Committee, the Near North District School Board is a step closer to bringing educational and child care opportunities under one roof for the families in […]

The Near North District School Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Wally Easton to the role of Interim Executive Officer to assist the board and staff during the transition to retirement of Superintendent of Business, Liz Therrien. Mr. Easton’s appointment is effective Feb. 1, 2021. NNDSB staff and some of the board’s stakeholder […]

Secondary schools within Near North District School Board (NNDSB) have found new ways to host information open houses. Historically, open houses for prospective students entering secondary school grade 7-12 would be held in person. As the pandemic continues and best practice keeps people social distancing, secondary school information open houses are being held virtually. Information […]

Students of Near North District School Board (NNDSB) who use assistive technology devices are able to benefit from a unique opportunity this school year. In the fall of 2020, NNDSB launched a new training initiative to provide targeted individualized coaching support on their assistive technology devices for students with a learning disability. NNDSB has entered […]

Board Highlights Jan. 14, 2021 Trustee professional development Trustees of NNDSB are taking advantage of professional development opportunities in the areas of the role of the board and human rights. Chair Aspin, Vice-Chair Cochrane and Trustees Fry, Steer, Sargent and King were designated to attend the Ontario Public School Boards’ Association Education Symposium, scheduled on […]

An impressive list of achievements was presented to trustees of the Near North District School Board on Jan. 12, acknowledging the work that has been accomplished in calendar year 2020, and outlining next steps in the board’s strategic plan roadmap. Among the highlights of the board’s accomplishments are the creation of a Multi-Year Strategic Plan […]

January 8, 2021 Near North District School Board has received Ministry of Education COVID-19 related funding in the amount of $356,200 to increase the efficiency of heating and ventilation (HVAC) systems to optimize air quality in NNDSB schools. Facilities staff are in the process of installing the new HVAC equipment in all regions of NNDSB. […]

The Near North District School Board (NNDSB) is ready for the mandatory closure of all schools in the district from January 4-8, 2021. […]