Board News News Summary

Celebrating Excellence Nominations Now Open!

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:40:00 GMT

It's that time of year! We know that our staff and students have been doing incredible things in our schools and beyond. From Inclusion Excellence to academic and athletic achievements, we want to hear about it!

Prayers for Tumbler Ridge

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 20:28:00 GMT

SMCDSB joins communities across Canada in mourning the tragic events in Tumbler Ridge.

It's Time to Register for Kindergarten!

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 15:20:00 GMT

It’s time to register for Kindergarten! Children who are four years old by the end of December 2026, are eligible to register for the 2026-2027 Kindergarten school year.

Celebrating 30 Years of Black History Month

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 14:29:00 GMT

February is Black History Month — a time to honour the experiences, achievements, and contributions of Black Canadians, and to reflect on how their leadership, creativity, and resilience continue to shape our country.

2026 Outstanding Graduate Nominations

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 17:02:00 GMT

Do you know an outstanding graduate of the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB)? We are now accepting nominations for the 2026 Outstanding Graduates Program.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 20:02:00 GMT

At a recent meeting of the Board of Trustees, the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) responded to Call to Action #1 in the Ontario Human Rights Commission’s Dreams Delayed report, released on March 27, 2025. The report highlights the ongoing impact of systemic anti-Black racism in Ontario’s publicly funded education system. It also reinforces the responsibility of school boards to ensure learning and working environments that are equitable, inclusive, and free from discrimination.

SMCDSB Student Trustee Applications Now Open

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 18:53:00 GMT

Are you a Grade 10 student who likes getting involved, sharing ideas, or speaking up for others? This could be a great opportunity for you. The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) invites Grade 10 students to apply to become a Student Trustee. In this role, you will represent student voice at the board level by attending meetings, participating in Student Senate, and helping to share what matters most to students across SMCDSB.

2024-2025 Director's Annual Report

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 16:35:00 GMT

Last year continued to be one of growth for SMCDSB. Enrolment continued to rise, and our students continued to develop in both their learning and their faith.

Annual Christmas Wish Campaign Brings Holiday Joy to 55 Families Across School Board

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 20:38:00 GMT

The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) celebrated the success of its annual Christmas Wish Campaign, which once again demonstrated the extraordinary generosity and compassion of its school communities and staff.

Updated Partnership Agreement Enhances Commitment to Support Healthy Schools

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 19:17:00 GMT

On December 18, 2025, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU), the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB), and the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) signed an updated partnership agreement to work together to strengthen healthy school environments across Simcoe Muskoka.

2025 Christmas Card Artwork Winner

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 16:04:00 GMT

Once again this year, we are so pleased at the incredible amount of beautiful artwork we received from our schools and are certainly impressed with the level of talent our students have shown.

SMCDSB Recognized for 2025 MBC Impact Award

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:40:00 GMT

The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) was recognized, along with other Ontario school boards, with the Most Innovative Measurement-Based Care (MBC) Implementation award in the 2025 MBC Impact Awards, presented by Greenspace Health.

Ministry Announces Appointment of Student Achievement Advisory Body

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:33:00 GMT

The Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education, has announced the appointment of a new advisory body to review and assess student achievement, including Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) results.

Province Invests Over $2 Million to Advance Accessibility in SMCDSB Schools

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 13:59:00 GMT

The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) has secured more than $2 million from the Province of Ontario to advance priority accessibility upgrades across the system.

St. Peter’s Teacher Honoured with Educator Excellence Award

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 21:17:00 GMT

Some students walk into a new school carrying more than a backpack — they carry a new language, a new culture, and the hope that they’ll find a place to belong.

Preparing for School Bus Cancellations at SMCDSB

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 20:05:00 GMT

With winter weather upon us, the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) reminds families about bus cancellation procedures.

From our students' hearts, words of remembrance and gratitude.

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 18:33:00 GMT

Each year, our schools take time to reflect on the meaning of the poppy and the importance of Remembrance Day.

2025 Christmas Card Artwork Contest

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 14:49:00 GMT

As the holiday season approaches, we are excited to continue a cherished annual tradition of featuring student artwork on our official board Christmas card.

SMCDSB Communications Team Wins National Award

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 19:59:00 GMT

The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board’s (SMCDSB) Communications team has been recognized nationally for excellence in school communications, earning an Award of Distinction from the Canadian Association of Communicators in Education (CACE).

Passion Over Prejudice: SMCDSB Students Explore Welding, Military Therapy, and Emergency Response at Dreamer Day 2025

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 17:33:00 GMT

Dozens of female high school students from across the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) travelled to Toronto to participate in Dreamer Day 2025

Planning for the Future of Our Schools

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 15:26:00 GMT

The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) has released its new Long-Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP) — a guide that helps plan for the future of our schools.

Personalized Adult Education at Catholic Board

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 19:39:00 GMT

The program, run through Our Lady of Hope Catholic Continuing Education School, provides mature students the opportunity to work one-on-one with teachers to achieve their personal and professional goals.

Celebrating Our Schools

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 17:16:00 GMT

The Celebrating Our Schools initiative is about sharing the everyday moments of creativity, kindness, and community that make SMCDSB such a special place to learn and grow.

Count Me In Campaign

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 15:42:00 GMT

At Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board, every student matters. Our Count Me In campaign encourages regular school attendance to help students succeed.

Celebrating 50 Years of the Franco-Ontarian Flag

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 20:24:00 GMT

On September 25, schools across our board proudly celebrated La journée des Franco-Ontarien. This year marked the 50th anniversary of the Franco-Ontarian flag, with celebrations taking place across the province.

Ready to Learn a New Language?

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 19:18:00 GMT

Want to learn a new language? Registration for the 2025-2026 International and Indigenous Languages Elementary (IILE) Program is now open!

2025-26 School Year Theme

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 19:29:00 GMT

We're excited to share the theme for the 2025-2026 school year, “Be the Light.”

Bus Cancellations - How Come So Many This Year?

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 19:02:00 GMT

Wondering how school bus cancellations are made? Let’s take a deeper (snow) dive into how the decision to cancel buses is made.

Online Bullying Reporting Tool

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 15:07:00 GMT

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