News & Announcements

Grade 6 students from schools across Timmins came together for a fun and exciting ball hockey tournament!

The day was full of energy, teamwork, and great sportsmanship as students showed off their skills and school pride.

On April 2, join us in celebrating and honouring the strengths and differences of those on the autism spectrum not just today, but every day.

At DSB1, we are dedicated to creating inclusive communities where everyone feels supported, respected, and valued.

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Flags across all DSB1 schools and workplaces have been lowered to honour the life of Marc Gorecki, Teacher at Englehart High School. Our thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones.

Behind every clear walkway and safe entrance is a team looking out for all of us. ❄️🤍

Thank you to our custodians for the care and effort you’ve put into snow removal since the break. Our community truly benefits from your work.

We are proud to share DSB1’s 2024–2025 Director’s Annual Report!

This digital report celebrates the incredible dedication, creativity, and commitment shown across DSB1. Click the title to view the full report: https://dsb1dar24-25.my.canva.site/2024-2025-annual-report

March is Epilepsy Awareness Month, and March 26 marks Purple Day, an international day dedicated to raising understanding about epilepsy.

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Created by a student attending R. Ross Beattie Public School, this design will proudly be featured on the cover of our 2025 DSB1 holiday card and widely distributed across our communities during the month of December and beyond.

Thank you to every DSB1 student who submitted beautiful entries for our annual DSB1 Holiday Card Contest!

We are excited to wish our students, staff, and communities a relaxing and enjoyable March Break from March 16 to March 20, 2026.

We look forward to welcoming our DSB1 students back to school when classes resume on Monday, March 23, 2026.

World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) is celebrated worldwide each year on March 21st.  On this day, DSB1 joins the single global voice advocating for the rights, inclusion, and well-being of individuals with Down Syndrome.

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International Francophonie Day, celebrated on March 20, honours the French language and Francophone cultures worldwide while promoting linguistic diversity and cultural exchange.

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