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HWDSB 2023-24 School Year Highlights

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Registering students who may require Specialized Services

Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board is excited to welcome your child to school in September 2024! Children enter Kindergarten with various needs and abilities. We want all children to have a positive and seamless entry to school. Click here to learn more about Kindergarten at HWDSB.

If you are registering a child who may require special education services or supports, please complete the HWDSB registration form and the Tell Us About Your Child form.

Details: https://www.hwdsb.on.ca/kindergarten/entry-to-school/

Entry to School Process at HWDSB

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On behalf of HWDSB’s Board of Trustees and Executive Council, we are thrilled to celebrate the launch of HWDSB’s new Multi-Year Strategic Plan (MYSP) for 2023 to 2028!

As part of this launch, we are also excited to share our new tagline for the duration of this plan: Be You. Be Excellent. These efforts have been supported with a new series of images featuring HWDSB students as their authentic selves.

Thank you to the students, staff, families and community members who shared their input to help build the mission, values and strategic directions for our school board.

Learn more: https://www.hwdsb.on.ca/about/multi-year-strategic-plan/

Be You. Be Excellent. HWDSB.

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Interested in learning about what it means to be a Student Trustee? Watch the video to hear 2023-24 Student Trustees Thomas Lin and Harry Wang answer commonly asked questions about the role!

7 Questions with HWDSB's Student Trustees

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Families interested in learning more about vaping prevention were invited to join Hamilton Public Health Services (HPHS) experts at Vaping: The Unfiltered Facts.

At this virtual information session for parents, guardians and caregivers, attendees learned about local data, health risks and strategies for talking to your child about vaping. Guest youth panelists also shared experiences and insight.

https://www.hwdsb.on.ca/blog/vaping-prevention-information-session/

Vaping Prevention Information Night with Hamilton Public Health Services

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Throughout the month of May, students from across HWDSB showcased their talent at the HWDSB Art Exhibit 2023!

Taking place at the Education Centre, the Exhibit featured pieces from students in Kindergarten to Grade 12 who have used a variety of mediums to create their art, including: watercolour, wood, ink, photography, and digital media.

Thanks to all who participated!

2023 HWDSB Art Exhibit

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Prom Project Hamilton 2023!

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On May 4, HWDSB staff gathered at the Education Centre for the Spring Into Wellness Fair!

A day focused on mental health and well-being, the Fair hosts local organizations who provide accessible resources to help guests take care of their mind, body, and relationships with others.

Staff participated in a variety of wellness activities including reiki, getting a massage, and even cancer screening tests. Guests could also enter a Grand Prize draw to win a wellness prize pack, which includes: a 3-month GoodLife membership, a year-long membership to Hamilton Conservation Authority, gift cards to local wellness organizations, and more!

Thank you to HWDSB Staff Wellness for throwing a fun and educational event. What a great way to end off Mental Health Week!

HWDSB Staff Spring Into Wellness Fair

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On Tuesday, April 25th, 2023, HWDSB held an information night on human development and sexual health education in elementary schools. HWDSB is informing elementary families that learning on Strand D: Growth and Development and Sexual Health will occur between May 1 and June 16 for the 2022-23 school year.

For more information, please visit:
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2023 Elementary Health & Physical Education, Human Development & Sexual Health Education Info Night

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International Non-Binary Persons Day
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Emancipation Day
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Civic Holiday
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Aug 9

International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples
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Notice of Passing for Education Development Charges By-law

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Happy Last Day of School from the Director!

Jun 27

Summer 2024 Office Hours and Registration

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Summer 2024 Office Hours and Registration - Click here to learn more.

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Kindergarten 2024-25

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Events

International Non-Binary Persons Day
Day of Significance

Emancipation Day
Day of Significance

Civic Holiday
Day of Significance

International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples
Day of Significance

News

Notice of Passing for Education Development Charges By-law

Happy Last Day of School from the Director!

Summer 2024 Office Hours and Registration

2024-25 Executive Council Update from the Director

Register a New Student

Kindergarten 2024-25

2024-25 School Year Calendars

Careers at HWDSB

In the Spotlight

hwdsb

HWDSBtv

Events

International Non-Binary Persons Day Day of Significance

Emancipation Day Day of Significance

Civic Holiday Day of Significance

International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples Day of Significance

News

Notice of Passing for Education Development Charges By-law

Happy Last Day of School from the Director!

Summer 2024 Office Hours and Registration

2024-25 Executive Council Update from the Director

International Non-Binary Persons Day
Day of Significance

Emancipation Day
Day of Significance

Civic Holiday
Day of Significance

International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples
Day of Significance