Want to make a difference in your community? Simcoe Muskoka Family Connexions is seeking foster care providers throughout Simcoe County and Muskoka to provide safe homes and temporary solutions for children and youth.

I was recently invited to tag along at our school board’s full-day Professional Activity (PA) symposium for secondary teachers, held at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Secondary School in Barrie. And let me tell you, if you’ve ever wondered what happens when over 600 teachers descend upon one school, it’s a bustling hive of energy and collaboration.

The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) is pleased to announce the acclamation of both Maria Hardie as Board Chair and Susan Van Amelsvoort as Vice-Chair for the 2024-2025 school year.

We’re proud to present our new mini-series, Community Connect, which shines a light on the incredible work of our community partners. While we strive to support every student and family, we know we can’t do it all. This is why we value organizations that step up to provide care, create safe spaces, and ensure no one is left behind.

It has been a long-standing tradition to use student artwork for our official board Christmas card, which we will send out to our various stakeholders

The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board, together with other local school boards and police services, signed an updated Police/School Board Protocol on October 31st, formalizing a shared commitment to school safety and supportive partnerships.

As part of our ongoing commitment to ensuring our schools are safe places for our students, we have developed an online bullying reporting tool.

Pope Francis has announced that Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto, the Most Rev. Francis Leo will be elevated to the College of Cardinals.

The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board is proud to announce the official naming of Our Lady of Hope Catholic Continuing Education School, a vibrant learning community that has been serving students since 2009.

We are excited to share that the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) has been named “Employer of the Year” by Community Living South Muskoka! This achievement celebrates the success of our Custodial Training Program and its positive impact on students and their future careers.

We're excited to share the theme for the 2024-2025 school year, “Faithful Steps - Hopeful Journeys.”

Get out your day planners! The 2024-2025 school year calendars are available for staff, families and community members.

In the latest episode of Beyond the Bell, Chantelle welcomes Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board elementary guidance teachers, Nicole Nicoletta, and Sara Vouse. Listen as they delve into the challenges and strategies for successfully transitioning students from elementary to secondary school. This episode covers the importance of self-advocacy, effective communication, and the resources available to support students and parents during this significant milestone. Tune in for valuable insights and practical advice to ensure a smooth and confident transition to high school. Listen to this conversation today wherever you find your podcasts. The following story is based on the latest episode and has been edited for brevity and clarity.