Indigenous learners 17 years and older can earn credits at no cost towards their high school diploma at Anishinawbek Kinomaadwin Gamig, the N’Swakamok Alternative School, located in the N’Swakamok Indigenous Friendship Centre. Course material is presented through an Indigenous lens, … Continue reading →

Staff and students in Rainbow Schools will wear pink on Thursday, September 17, 2026 as Rainbow District School Board marks the start of the school year with a focus on safe schools.  “Wearing pink is an important reminder that we … Continue reading →

School was off to an early start for Rainbow District School Board’s youngest learners. More than 350 children beginning school this fall participated in Kindergarten Camp – a three-day program held from August 26 to 28, 2026 at many Rainbow … Continue reading →

According to official predicted enrolment for the start of the 2026-2027 school year, Rainbow District School Board will welcome 14,246 students in Rainbow Schools when classes resume on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. In the elementary panel, enrolment will total 9,176 … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The federal government is also introducing a new initiative, one that focuses on early childhood educators. Minister of Jobs and Families Patty Hajdu says $5.4 million in funding will support the hiring and retention of early … Continue reading →

As one of only four school boards in Canada to achieve 100 per cent EcoSchools certification, Rainbow District School Board continues to lead the way in environmental learning and climate action. This year, schools earned either Platinum or Gold, the … Continue reading →

The Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon is proud to award its annual “Vision” scholarship to graduating students who have earned their Ontario Secondary School Diploma. Valued at $500, this distinction is presented to two graduates from each secondary school, as well … Continue reading →

Rainbow District School Board approved a balanced budget of $263.3 million for the 2026-2027 school year at the regular meeting of the Board held on June 30, 2026. Rainbow District School Board Chair David Farrow said the budget supports student … Continue reading →

The Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon is proud to highlight the remarkable contributions of Charlotte Gilbert, a grade 12 graduate from École secondaire catholique La Renaissance (Espanola). Throughout her high school years, she has stood out for her genuine commitment to … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Espanola High School is running its Second Annual LaCloche Area Municipal Tree Planting Relay where municipalities are challenged to plant 50 trees.  Teacher, Jayson Stewart, says this year, thanks to a donation of 1,400 trees by … Continue reading →