Dear NNDSB Families, As we come to the end of this unprecedented school year, we want to thank our students and families for their support and understanding during school closures. Our staff worked extremely hard to provide engaging and relevant learning to support our students. Regardless of what September will bring, we know that all of our […]

Congratulations to the NNDSB employees who will be retiring at the end of this year. We thank you for your hard work and dedication to our students, families and school communities. Congratulations also to those employees who have dedicated 25 years of service in the Near North District School Board (NNDSB). This year has presented […]

In June, we celebrate PRIDE.  This is an opportunity to celebrate diversity and raise awareness about the rich culture and history of LGBTQ+ communities. It is important that all our students and staff feel safe and have a sense of belonging within the schools of the NNDSB.  While celebrations need to happen virtually this year, […]

June is National Indigenous History Month. Each June, Canadians are invited to celebrate the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples by taking part in National Indigenous History Month learning and events. National Indigenous Peoples History Month is a time to acknowledge our history, to honour Indigenous heritage and […]

Every year as part the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, the Near North District School Board (NNDSB) asks our schools to nominate students who exude good citizenship, along with understanding and acceptance of human differences and individual qualities. Please click on their name below to learn more about how they have made […]

In partnership with the NMHHSS, the Near North District School Board is launching the “Helping from Home” campaign.  The campaign will support homeless individuals living in the community. Helping from Home provides an avenue for students to continue to engage in caring citizenship while remaining safe at home.  The campaign simply asks students and their […]

Local child and youth mental health agencies and Children’s Mental Health Ontario, which represents nearly 100 children and youth mental health centres across the province, are reminding families that we remain open to provide mental health services in our community.  Now more than ever, Ontario’s community mental health and addictions public providers want families to consider their […]

In response to facility closures, in collaboration with YMCAs across the country, the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario launched YMCA at Home as a free virtual YMCA, connecting people to fitness classes, children’s programs, and personal wellness resources.  Now, with the Near North District School Board and the Rainbow District School Board as early adopters, the […]

During school closures due to COVID-19, the Near North District School Board will be accepting school registrations through an online application process. The online registration package is available for families registering their children for school with the Near North District School Board.  Children turning four (4) years of age on or before December 31st of the […]

Dear students, as you embark upon this new learning journey from the safety of your homes, we want you to know that we are glad that you are safe and we miss you. So we made this little video to show you how much.