Schools

La Renaissance Students explore Black Creek trails

Grade 1, 2 and 6 students from École catholique La Renaissance in Espanola had the pleasure of exploring Black Creek trails. During this outdoor activity, the youngest students were paired with their peers from grade 2 or 6 to observe … Continue reading

Grand Opening of Sagamok Anishnawbek’s New Biidaaban Kinoomaagegamik

By Rosalind Russell – A grand opening ceremony has been held in Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation to celebrate the opening of their new elementary school, Biidaaban Kinoomaagegamik. Students were welcomed into the building on September 3rd for their first day … Continue reading

Registrations ongoing at the N’Swakamok Alternative School

Indigenous learners 17 years and older can earn credits towards their high school diploma at the N’Swakamok Alternative School located in the N’Swakamok Native Friendship Centre. Course material is presented through an Indigenous lens, with credits possible via e-learning, Co-operative … Continue reading

September 12: Rainbow Schools Wear Pink on Stand Up Against Bullying Day

Staff and students in Rainbow Schools will wear pink on Thursday, September 12, 2024 as Rainbow District School Board marks an important back-to-school tradition. “For 17 years, we have recognized Stand Up Against Bullying Day at the start of each … Continue reading

Alain Simard named Dean of Graduate Studies and International at Laurentian University

By Rosalind Russell – Alain Simard has been named the Dean of Graduate Studies and International of Laurentian University. Simard says he believes the university offers students an ideal environment for advanced learning. He looks forward to working collaboratively with … Continue reading

Five CSC Nouvelon students awarded the Gaétan-Gervais Scholarship

Five graduating students from Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon were recently awarded the Gaétan-Gervais Scholarship by the Association canadienne-française de l’Ontario (ACFO) du grand Sudbury. This award, presented to a graduating student from each participating secondary school in the District of … Continue reading

New Director of Communications and External Relations at the CSC Nouvelon

By Rosalind Russell – The Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon has announced the appointment of Amélie Cyr as Director of Communications and External Relations. Cyr brings her training and experience in the field of communications and marketing to the position. She … Continue reading

Andréane Chénier acclaimed as New Democrat candidate

By Rosalind Russell – Andréane Chénier was acclaimed as the New Democrat candidate for the riding of Nickel Belt at the Nomination Meeting held in late June at CUPE 4705 Hall. It is anticipated that the election will be called … Continue reading

Outstanding graduating students awarded the CSC Nouvelon Vision Scholarship

This year, the Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon awards its Vision Scholarships to outstanding graduating class students who have fulfilled the requirements of their Ontario Secondary School Diploma. Valued at $500, the scholarship is awarded annually to two students from each … Continue reading

Rainbow District School Board approves $249.3 million budget for 2024-2025

Rainbow District School Board approved a budget of $249.3 million for the 2024-2025 school year at its regular meeting on June 17, 2024. To balance the budget, $704,045 will be withdrawn from reserves. Along with the budget, trustees approved an … Continue reading