Friday, March 6, 2026
Dear Parents and Guardians,
The monthly Letter to Families is intended to keep you apprised of news that affects all students and families of Near North District School Board (NNDSB).
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March Break is just around the corner! A reminder that the March Break takes place from Friday, March 13 up to and including Friday, March 20. We welcome staff and students back to school on Monday, March 23.
We wish everyone has a happy, healthy March Break!
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School Mental Health Ontario has launched a four-part parent/caregiver webinar series focused on key mental health and substance use health topics identified by parents and caregivers in Ontario. The webinars will feature a presentation by leading experts on the topics.
The first session about balanced device use has already been held. Upcoming webinar topics and dates are: conversations about vaping, April 10; conversations about body image, May 7; conversations about anxiety, June 5.
Parents and caregivers can submit questions in advance via this link.
All sessions will be uploaded to the By Your Side learning hub.
Here is the link to register for these free webinars.
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The Math Department is planning a virtual math session for parents from Grades JK-12. The presentation will take place on March 31st from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. The presenter is Scott Elliot, Chartered Professional Accountant.
The learning objectives for participants are to obtain information and tips to raise kids who are financially independent and responsible, to better understand the challenges of raising money-smart kids and to learn how to address age-appropriate money-related topics with young kids, pre-teens, teenagers, and emerging adults.
Some of the topics discussed will include why teaching kids about money is important, the goals and challenges of raising money smart kids and tips on allowance, budgeting, credit cards, cell phones and virtual spending.
To register, parents/guardians can use this link: Registration form for NNDSB Financial Literacy Session
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In addition to staying informed via the board’s website, families can find NNDSB on Facebook and Instagram.
Sincerely,
Near North District School Board
