DSBN
191 Carlton Street L2R 7P4 Saint Catharines, ON, Canada

Holidays are here! Thank you to all our students, families, and staff for their generous donations to help out our community, and for keeping the holiday spirit alive and well in our schools. Enjoy your break and stay safe!

This is so cool! Stamford Grade 11 student Austin Dill wrote his own holiday song to raise money for Ronald McDonald House Charities Canada and he got a little help from the Arkells. Amazing work, Austin!

This year has been anything but traditional, so our students and staff figured, why does the music they make have to be traditional? This innovative thinking is why we get to present, #DSBN's Virtual Holiday Ensemble! Over 100 secondary students recorded their own tracks at home to make one wonderful piece of music. Read what students had to say and check out the performance! : bit.ly/2KhcBQC : youtube.com/watch?v=NikwShcn89c

Our Director of Education, Warren Hoshizaki, sent this letter home to families earlier today: Dear DSBN Families: During 2020, we have all learned to expect the unexpected. As we approach the start of the winter break, we wanted to share some information with you.... At this time, students are scheduled to return to school on Monday, January 4, 2021. However, the Ministry of Education or Public Health may decide to extend the winter break beyond January 4 for students. If the break is extended, I would like to reassure you that the DSBN is prepared to move to a remote learning environment for your child. Elementary Students: Students in elementary would have access to asynchronous learning materials which would be made available through our website at dsbn.org. Your child’s homeroom teacher will also be connecting directly with you during the first week of January. Secondary Students: Students in secondary would continue to learn by accessing the online component of their courses. How Information Will Be Communicated: Should the break be extended, you will receive further communication directly from the DSBN. We will also share this information on our social media and with local media. If the break is not extended, the first day of school will remain Monday, January 4, 2021. Preparing for the Winter Break: Although we do not know what the Ministry of Education/Public Health will decide, as usual, your child should bring home any personal items from their desks/lockers. Thank you for your understanding, and I wish you and your family a safe and healthy new year. Warren Hoshizaki Director of Education, DSBN : dsbn.org//2/12/17/a-message-from-the-director-of-education

And that's a wrap on the DSBN Secondary Sneak Peek! Families heard from students, staff, virtually toured the schools and more. Don't worry if you couldn't make a live open house, our schools have posted their presentations here dsbn.org/sneakpeek choose a school Our open houses had to be done differently this year, so we sincerely thank you for joining us and for your support.

Today, the #DSBN will raise the flag of the Métis Nation of Ontario and celebrate Louis Riel Day. Louis Riel spent his life defending the rights, culture, and land of the Metis people. Learn more about this Canadian here here : thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/louis-riel

To all our families and community members who are celebrating this weekend, we wish you a #HappyDiwali!

Our last night of Secondary Sneak Peek is already here! We have four schools who can't wait to show you around. On tonight's schedule: GFESS: dsbn.org/sneakpeek/greater-fort-erie AN Myer: dsbn.org/sneakpeek/anmyer Centennial: dsbn.org/sneakpeek/centennial... Eden: dsbn.org/sneakpeek/eden dsbn.org/sneakpeek

Congratulations to soccer star Demi Maroudas from Eden High School! Demi recently did her commitment signing to officially become a student-athlete at Colgate University in the United States starting in September 2021, and will be playing Division 1 soccer. Way to go, Demi!

Today, we remember and honour the brave heroes who fought for our freedom, and those who continue to fight to protect our country. #CanadaRemembers #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget

Sir Winston Churchill student Megan Barker with a post-operation puppy at Hartzel Animal Hospital during her co-op. Megan said that she that despite the pandemic, animals still need our help. That’s why she’s busy assisting with procedures and doing lots of training, with hopes to one day be a veterinarian. We know this pup is grateful for your help, Megan!

It's night 3 of Secondary Sneak Peek! Choose your virtual open house at dsbn.org/sneakpeek. Tonight's schedule: PCHS: dsbn.org/sneakpeek/port-colborne Beamsville: dsbn.org/sneakpeek/beamsville LauraSecord: dsbn.org/sneakpeek/laura-secord... Eastdale: dsbn.org/sneakpeek/eastdale See more

Niagara Region Public Health (NRPH) has confirmed that one individual at Governor Simcoe Secondary School has tested positive for COVID-19. Following COVID-19 case management and infection control protocol, students and staff are being contacted and advised by NRPH as needed. The school is being thoroughly cleaned and NRPH will do a comprehensive on-site assessment. We will continue working closely with NRPH to ensure Governor Simcoe meets all the health and safety protocols required.