Strings Instruction Program – Registration ends Friday, September 16
Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Strings Instruction Program is offered through Community and Continuing Education. The Strings Program provides an opportunity for HWDSB students in grades 4 to...
View ArticleDetails on Recent Bus Delays – Update 2
As you may know, the buses serving HWDSB schools continue to experience more delays than usual. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience during the challenging start-up period. A...
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Reminder to report vaccines to Public Health
This is a reminder for parents and guardians to review their child’s vaccines with their doctor. This fall, Public Health will begin to screen records to ensure children are up to date. Please report...
View ArticleHomework Help Club for Students in Grades 7 to 10
Please see the flyer for information on the free Saturday Homework Help Club for students in grades 7 to 10. This is a great opportunity for students to gain skills, knowledge and confidence at school.
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Outdoor Design Manual
The Facilities Management Department, in consultation with a landscape architect, has created an Outdoor Design Manual to guide schools through the process of implementing schoolyard improvement...
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Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week (Nov. 20-26, 2016)
From Nov. 20-26, schools across Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board will recognize Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week. It’s a time when students and staff work build a positive culture where...
View ArticleHWDSB Seeks Feedback on its Draft Use of Board Facilities Policy
You are invited to provide comments and feedback on the draft Use of Board Facilities policy. I would also ask that you please share this opportunity with others, so they too may respond with comments,...
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How Weather Cancellations Work at HWDSB
As winter weather approaches, here is a reminder of how HWDSB determines when to cancel school and board operations. We receive questions every December and hope this helps our community understand the...
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TipOff Expands to all HWDSB Schools
HWDSB is excited to announce that all of its schools will benefit from the latest mobile technology intended to encourage anonymous reporting of bullying and other incidents that may lead to unsafe...
View Article2017/2018 Budget Priorities Consultation
As part of Hamilton‐Wentworth District School Board’s (HWDSB) commitment to be accountable to its community stakeholders, the Board informs its stakeholders of its budget for the upcoming school year...
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Director’s Letter to Families and Tip Sheet re: Quebec City
Dear Families, The news of the deadly attack on a mosque in Ste-Foy, Quebec is leaving many of us at Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board saddened and disturbed. As a country, we mourn the tragic...
View ArticlePlease Provide your Feedback on the Draft 2017/2018 School Year Calendar
Every year, school boards across Ontario must submit school year calendars to the Ministry of Education. According to Regulation 304, school boards must develop a school year calendar for elementary...
View ArticleRemember to report your child’s vaccines to Public Health
This is a reminder for parents and guardians to review their child’s vaccines with their doctor. Public Health is screening vaccination records to ensure that all children are up to date. Please report...
View ArticleHWDSB Faith Community Advisory Committee Seeks Members
Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board’s Trustees recently approved the creation of a Faith Community Advisory Committee (FCAC). HWDSB is currently welcoming applications for members of this new...
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Families invited to attend Fresh Air Kids Celebration
Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) invites families to a free, engaging and interactive event to learn more about the link between air quality and children’s health – and what we can all...
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HWDSB and PIC are celebrating school volunteers
HWDSB and its Parent Involvement Committee invite all school volunteers to attend an open house celebration of those who give their time and energy so that students succeed. Profiling Volunteer...
View ArticlePrevent mumps: ensure your vaccines are up to date
Due to increased mumps activity in Hamilton and Ontario, City of Hamilton Public Health reminds parents of children attending school to ensure their child’s vaccine records are up to date. Currently,...
View ArticleHamilton Tax Help
New programs like the Canada Child Benefit may mean hundreds of dollars a month in additional income for families in Hamilton. But to receive these benefits, families must file taxes every year…...
View ArticleHelmet safety tips for the Spring!
Spring time means outdoor time for using tricycles, bicycles, skateboards, scooters and in-line skates. Here are some helmet tips to keep you and your family safe.
View Article13 Reasons Why – Suggestions for Families
Dear Families, We want to make you aware of a book and Netflix series causing concern in the educational community. Netflix has released a new series, 13 Reasons Why, that may harm students who...
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