August 29, 2025 - News, Upcoming Events, Resources, and Helpful Links.
Dear Families,
As we embark on this new school year, I would like to echo the sentiments shared in the recent letter from the Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education, wishing all students and staff, as well as their families, every success for the 2025-2026 school year ahead.
I also wish to welcome Mr. Robert (Bob) Plamondon as our appointed supervisor, tasked with overseeing the financial and operational management of OCDSB, to ensure long-term stability of the organization and that funding directly supports students in classrooms and school sites. We have already established constructive, cooperative momentum in working closely together as our shared focus is on serving our students' best interests.
This collective commitment to our students and staff as a focused path forward was powerfully reinforced during our recent System Leaders’ Launch Day, on Tuesday, 26 August 2025, which proved to be an insightful and successful start up to the new school year. It was truly inspiring to see our leadership team - principals and vice-principals, general managers and senior staff, as well as federation/union partners - come together with dedication and diligence, reaffirming our collective mission to provide strong and supportive teaching and learning environments for every child.
News
- OCDSB Communications Protocol: Our commitment to you
- Important Update to Blue Bin Recycling Program
- Welcome to Kindergarten! Check out these tips to get ready for the big day.
- Register for Fall Virtual Night School by September 15th
- Have a baby who will be 2-4 months old in October? Volunteer for the Roots of Empathy Program!
- Read incredible achievements and celebrations of OCDSB students and staff on the Spotlight page
Upcoming Events:
- September 17th (6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.): OCDSB Speaker Series – Executive Function Skills: Why They Matter for Mental Wellness, and How to Support Them with Dr. Michael Cheng
- September 20th (9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.): Open Trails Day at MacSkimming Outdoor Education Centre
Resources:
- 2025-2026 Elementary and Secondary School Year Calendars
- Parents’ Guide to Ontario’s Education System
- Mental Health in Action: Tip sheets, videos, community and crisis resources, and more.
Helpful Links:
- Explore OCDSB Career Opportunities
- Want To Make A Difference In The Lives Of OCDSB Students? Donate To The Education Foundation Of Ottawa!
- OCDSB Safe Schools Reporting Tool
- Elementary Calendar
- Secondary Calendar
- Religious/Creed-Based Days Of Observance
- Multifaith Calendar
Thank You,
Pino Buffone
Director of Education