Events in January 2026
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New Year's Masses New Year's Masses
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January 1, 2026
New Year's mass schedule
10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church in Dryden
1:00 p.m. at Lady of Fatima Church in Vermilion Bay
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Spirit Friday! Spirit Friday!
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2 January 2026
Show your school pride by wearing green and white!
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Back to school Back to school
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5 January 2026 -
Library for grades 5 through 8 Library for grades 5 through 8
Full day
6 January 2026
Don't forget to bring your books back to school!
Feast of Three Kings or Epiphany Feast of Three Kings or Epiphany
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6 January 2026Library for Kindergarten to Grade 3 Library for Kindergarten to Grade 3
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6 January 2026
It's your child's library block this week!
Please return borrowed books to the school. 😊Arts Club Room 116 Arts Club Room 116
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6 January 2026Guests: Mushkiki
Theme: By exploring this style, we learn to express our
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Happy Birthday, Tenley! Happy Birthday, Tenley!
Full day
7 January 2026
Hot meals Hot meals
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7 January 2026
On the menu: Ranch chicken wrap with fries.
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Happy birthday, Élise! Happy birthday, Élise!
Full day
January 8, 2026The Franco families - rallying cry The Franco families - rallying cry
Full day
January 8, 20261st to 6th grade - 11:15 a.m.
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Grade 5 - Downhill skiing at Loch Lomond Grade 5 - Downhill skiing at Loch Lomond
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9 January 2026Wear your crown Wear your crown
Full day
9 January 2026Be creative and make your own crown.
Spirit Friday! Spirit Friday!
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9 January 2026Show your school pride by wearing green and white!
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Happy birthday, Arianna! Happy birthday, Arianna!
Full day
10 January 2026 -
School board meeting 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. School board meeting 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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12 January 202612th grade graduation photos 12th grade graduation photos
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12 January 2026To make an appointment: Prestige Booking
Zip code: P7A8C7
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Library for grades 5 through 8 Library for grades 5 through 8
Full day
January 13, 2026Don't forget to bring your books back to school!
Guest - Anishnawbe Mushkki Guest - Anishnawbe Mushkki
Full day
January 13, 2026Members of Anishnawbe Mushkiki will lead a workshop on Indigenous literacy.
with the students of FRA1L/2L/NBF3E.B031-F1 Information on external presentations Galarneau January 13 (002)
12th grade graduation photos 12th grade graduation photos
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January 13, 2026To make an appointment: Prestige Booking
Zip code: P7A8C7
Library for Kindergarten to Grade 3 Library for Kindergarten to Grade 3
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January 13, 2026It's your child's library block this week!
Please return borrowed books to the school. 😊TBRHSC - Youth injury prevention program TBRHSC - Youth injury prevention program
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January 13, 2026Educational outing for 11th grade studentse year
More details will be sent to you shortly.
Midi-Parents: Supporting our children in the face of racism at school Midi-Parents: Supporting our children in the face of racism at school
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January 13, 2026Proposed by Parents Partners in Education.Let's talk about racism in school: understanding, supporting, acting togetherRacism at school is a difficult reality, but no parent should have to face it alone. How can you support your child? How can you communicate with the school? And above all, how can you act in a constructive and caring way?
We will have the privilege of welcoming:
Katia Café-Fébrissy – Parent
She will share her testimony and her experiences in order to shed light on the realities that some families may face.Marie-Thérèse Awitor – Educational Advisor for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
She will offer concrete tools and practical strategies for supporting your child, collaborating with the school, and promoting a more inclusive school environment.Why participate?
This workshop aims to:
- Breaking isolation in the face of racism
- Ask your questions in a secure environment
- Leave with concrete, actionable advice
- Share experiences and explore solutions tailored to your circumstances.
Who is it for?
All parents—whether you have experienced these situations yourself or simply want to better understand and support your children.
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Show off your francophonie! - Wear green and white Show off your francophonie! - Wear green and white
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January 14, 2026TPM 9th grade practical test TPM 9th grade practical test
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January 14, 2026Individual information kiosk with College Confederation Individual information kiosk with College Confederation
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January 14, 2026A representative from Collège Confédération will offer individual meetings to students who wish to obtain information or ask questions.
New Year's mass Log-in to see details about this event.
Confederation kiosk College Confederation kiosk College
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January 14, 2026A representative from Confédération College will be at our school during lunch to answer students' questions (lunch booths).
Trip to Europe - meeting for students and parents Trip to Europe - meeting for students and parents
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January 14, 2026In the cafeteria of the ESC de La Vérendrye at 6 p.m. .
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TPM 9th grade practical test TPM 9th grade practical test
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January 15, 20267 p.m. - Webinar: Your finances with EBO - Developing solid savings habits 7 p.m. - Webinar: Your finances with EBO - Developing solid savings habits
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January 15, 2026This interactive workshop offered by Parents Partners in Education will guide you in establishing solid savings habits tailored to your daily life.Want to take control of your finances and prepare for the future with confidence? This interactive workshop will guide you in establishing solid savings habits that are tailored to your daily life.
You will discover how to:
- Save effectively in the short, medium, and long term; ;
- Understand simple and compound interest and how they affect your savings; ;
- Understand the importance of saving early to achieve your goals or plan for the future.Join us to learn concrete strategies and practical tips for better managing your savings and securing your financial future!
>> Register
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This parents' evening will be hosted by Malak Ferdouss.
Malak Ferdouss passionately hosts the program «My Finances, My Choices» on EBO Financial Education Center. Specializing in financial education, she also has extensive experience in education, integration, and sociocultural activities.
Her career path has led her to support many young people and children in difficulty, enabling her to offer tailored, accessible, and caring workshops. Her mission is clear: to make financial management simple, practical, and accessible to everyone.
With Malak, regain confidence and take control of your financial decisions in a stimulating and inclusive environment.
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Grade 5 - Downhill skiing at Loch Lomond Grade 5 - Downhill skiing at Loch Lomond
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January 16, 2026Crazy hair Crazy hair
Full day
January 16, 2026Tropical/Hawaiian Day Tropical/Hawaiian Day
Full day
January 16, 2026Theme day organized by the student council.
Zootherapy Zootherapy
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January 16, 2026Spirit Friday! Spirit Friday!
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January 16, 2026Show your school pride by wearing green and white!
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Happy Birthday Jasper! Happy Birthday Jasper!
Full day
January 18, 2026
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Skating Club at the Marina - 3:20 p.m. to 5 p.m. Skating Club at the Marina - 3:20 p.m. to 5 p.m.
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19 January 2026TPM Grade 9 TPM Grade 9
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19 January 2026 -
Library for grades 5 through 8 Library for grades 5 through 8
Full day
20 January 2026Don't forget to bring your books back to school!
Sports day Sports day
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20 January 2026Wear a jersey from your favorite sports team!
TPM Grade 9 TPM Grade 9
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20 January 2026Library for Kindergarten to Grade 3 Library for Kindergarten to Grade 3
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20 January 2026It's your child's library block this week!
Please return borrowed books to the school. 😊6:30 p.m.: Information evening for future students in grades 7 and 9 6:30 p.m.: Information evening for future students in grades 7 and 9
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20 January 2026Do you have a child starting high school in September 2026? Enroll them in our school!
Attend our bilingual information evening to explore the Grades 7 and 9 program, learn more about our academic and sports activities, tour our school and, above all, discover why our French-language school is an excellent choice for your child!Tuesday, January 20, 2026 6:30 p.m.Do you have any questions? We'd love to hear from you!
Tel.: 807 344-8866
E-mail: escdlv@csdcab.on.ca
Website: https://csdcab.ca/inscription/inscrire-mon-enfant/
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Does your child start secondary school in September 2026? Enroll them at our school!
Attend our bilingual evening information to explore the Grade 7 and Grade 9 programs, learn about our academic and sports activities, tour our school, and discover why our French-language school is an excellent choice for your child.Tuesday, January 20, 2026 - 6:30 p.m.Have questions? Join us!
Phone: 807-344-8866
Email: escdlv@csdcab.on.ca
Website: https://csdcab.ca/inscription/inscrire-mon-enfant/
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EXAM: Europe / Hospitality and Tourism: Formal Dining Etiquette EXAM: Europe / Hospitality and Tourism: Formal Dining Etiquette
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January 21, 2026Students in the Hospitality and Tourism course will take their practical exam. Those in the European Studies course will put into practice what they learned during the etiquette session. Dinner will be held on the stage, where chaperones will be present to supervise and observe etiquette. Ms. Trottier will evaluate the culinary aspect.
Hot meals Hot meals
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January 21, 2026
On the menu: spaghetti with Alfredo sauce and garlic bread
Presentation/Examination of music course Presentation/Examination of music course
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January 21, 2026The 9th graders will perform their songs from 4 to 5 p.m., and the 10th graders from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Foundry on Red River Street.
6 p.m.: Kindergarten registration session for parents 6 p.m.: Kindergarten registration session for parents
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January 21, 2026Do you have a child starting school in September 2026?
Enroll him in our school!
Attend our bilingual information evening to explore the kindergarten program, discover school activities, tour our school and find out why our French-language school is an excellent choice for your child!Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6 p.m.Do you have any questions? We'd love to hear from you!
Tel.: 807 344-1169
E-mail: fs@csdcab.on.ca
Website : https://csdcab.ca/inscription/inscrire-mon-enfant/
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Do you have a child starting school in September 2026?
Attend our bilingual information evening to explore the kindergarten program, discover school activities, tour our school, and most importantly, learn why our French-language school is an excellent choice for your child.Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 6:00 PMHave questions? Contact us!
Tel: 807 344-1169
Email: fs@csdcab.on.ca
Web: https://csdcab.ca/inscription/inscrire-mon-enfant/nt/
6 p.m. Webinar: Focus on Reading: EQAO Literacy Session for Families 6 p.m. Webinar: Focus on Reading: EQAO Literacy Session for Families
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January 21, 2026In partnership with TFO
Join the free live webinar on how the OQRE assesses students' reading skills at key stages of their schooling. EQAO staff will discuss examples of texts and questions from the Reading component of the Elementary and Middle School tests, as well as the Provincial Language Proficiency Test (PLPT). Participants will learn how these reading texts and questions help assess the skills students acquire in the classroom.
Staff will also highlight valuable information and resources from the OQRE and TFO that can help parents and guardians support their children's learning.
Registration: https://eqao.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_GFJKHmICRiSTeYvtePwJ2A#/registration
7 p.m.: information evening for future students in grades 9 and 10 (ESC des Satellites) 7 p.m.: information evening for future students in grades 9 and 10 (ESC des Satellites)
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January 21, 2026Do you live outside Thunder Bay and want to offer your child a real secondary education in French?
Join us for our virtual bilingual information evening to explore our program, our school activities, and above all to discover that it's possible to study high school in French while staying in your region!Wednesday, January 21, 2026 7 pm (Eastern Time)Do you have any questions? We'd love to hear from you!
Tel.: 807 983-4044
E-mail: satellite@csdcab.on.ca
Website: https://csdcab.ca/inscription/inscrire-mon-enfant/
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Do you live outside Thunder Bay and want your child to benefit from a true French-language secondary education?
Join our virtual bilingual information evening to explore our program, learn about school activities, and discover how your child can complete secondary school in French while staying in your region!Wednesday, January 21, 2026 - 7:00 p.m. (EST)Have questions? Join us!
Phone: 807 983-4044
Email: satellite@csdcab.on.ca
Website: https://csdcab.ca/inscription/inscrire-mon-enfant/
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Bell Cause pour la Cause Bell Cause pour la Cause
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22 January 2026Happy Julienne Day! Happy Julienne Day!
Full day
22 January 2026Prayer service - morning - 2nd at 9:30 a.m. Prayer service - morning - 2nd at 9:30 a.m.
Full day
22 January 2026High school exams (grades 9 to 12) High school exams (grades 9 to 12)
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22 January 2026Basketball Tournament at St. Patrick's - Girls Basketball Tournament at St. Patrick's - Girls
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22 January 2026School council meeting School council meeting
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22 January 2026January 23 to 28 - high school exams January 23 to 28 - high school exams
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22 January 2026January 22: Period 1 exam
January 23: Period 2 exam
January 26: Period 3 exam
January 27: Period 4 exam
January 28: Return to work day, if necessary
January 29: Teacher Training Day
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Wear your jersey Wear your jersey
Full day
23 January 2026Basketball Tournament at St. Patrick's - Boys Basketball Tournament at St. Patrick's - Boys
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23 January 2026Spirit Friday! Spirit Friday!
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23 January 2026Show your school pride by wearing green and white!
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Happy birthday Luca! Happy birthday Luca!
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January 26, 2026Skating Club at the Marina - 3:20 p.m. to 5 p.m. Skating Club at the Marina - 3:20 p.m. to 5 p.m.
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January 26, 2026Eighth grade graduation photo Eighth grade graduation photo
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January 26, 2026 -
Library for grades 5 through 8 Library for grades 5 through 8
Full day
January 27, 2026Don't forget to bring your books back to school!
Happy birthday Paylynn! Happy birthday Paylynn!
Full day
January 27, 2026Dress up with letters Dress up with letters
Full day
January 27, 2026Spirit day! Spirit day!
Full day
January 27, 2026Dress up as your favorite literary character!
Family Literacy Day Family Literacy Day
Full day
January 27, 2026
Family Literacy Day Family Literacy Day
Full day
January 27, 2026International Holocaust Remembrance Day International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Full day
January 27, 2026
Visit Visit
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January 27, 2026Library for Kindergarten to Grade 3 Library for Kindergarten to Grade 3
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January 27, 2026It's your child's library block this week!
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Kindergarten registration information evening at 5 p.m. Kindergarten registration information evening at 5 p.m.
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January 28, 2026Do you have a child starting school in September 2026?
Enroll him in our school!
Attend our bilingual information evening to explore the kindergarten program, discover school activities, tour our school and find out why our French-language school is an excellent choice for your child!Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 5 p.m.Do you have any questions? We'd love to hear from you!
Tel.: 807 229-2000
E-mail: vdb@csdcab.on.ca
Website : vdb.csdcab.ca/registration/register-my-child/
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Do you have a child starting school in September 2026?
Attend our bilingual information evening to explore the kindergarten program, discover school activities, tour our school, and most importantly, learn why our French-language school is an excellent choice for your child.Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 5:00 PMHave questions? Contact us!
Tel: 807 229-2000
Email: vdb@csdcab.on.ca
Web: vdb.csdcab.ca/en/registration/register-my-child/
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Pedagogical day (ÉSC de La Vérendrye and ÉSC des Satellites) Pedagogical day (ÉSC de La Vérendrye and ÉSC des Satellites)
Full day
January 29, 2026Themes :
- Writing report card comments for teaching staff
- Effective student intervention strategies for support staff
Organizing entity : Board administration
Face-to-face / virtual
Presentation, guest speaker or organization :
Self-directed training courses: Geneva Center, Franco Center, TA@school, CÉNO, and Cadre21
Description (learning methods, topics covered) :
Writing report card comments for teaching staff
Support staff members will have the opportunity to participate in self-directed training that addresses the needs identified in their annual development plan in the areas of pedagogy, behavior, ASD, well-being, and school safety.
Webinar: Understanding your child's report card Webinar: Understanding your child's report card
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January 29, 2026Parents partenaires en éducation gives parents a rendezvous on Thursday evenings!
Parents' Evenings offer you an opportunity to network, learn, exchange and acquire new parenting strategies.
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Understand the report card, decode the comments and better support your child's learning at home.Would you like to better understand your child's report card and support him/her with confidence in his/her educational journey?
This interactive workshop is designed to equip parents to decode the report card and better support learning at home.You will discover how to:
✔️ Understand the meaning of the teacher's comments; ;
✔️ Interpreting performance levels and expectations in the Ontario curriculum ;
✔️ Use report card observations to provide concrete support for your child at home.Join us and leave with clear guidelines, concrete examples and practical strategies to support your child throughout the school year.
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This parents' evening will be hosted by Apprendre Franco-funApprendre Franco-fun supports Ontario families by offering fun and accessible educational resources in French. Their approach aims to make learning clearer, more engaging and reassuring, for children and parents alike.
________________________________________________________________________Registration : Understanding your child's report card Tickets, Thu, Jan 29, 2026 at 19:00 | Eventbrite
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Pedagogical day (Eastern schools) Pedagogical day (Eastern schools)
Full day
January 30, 2026Themes :
- Writing newsletter comments for teaching staff
- Effective student intervention strategies for support staff
Organizing entity : Board administration
Face-to-face / virtual
Presentation, guest speaker or organization :
- Self-directed training courses: Geneva Center, Franco Center, TA@school, CÉNO, and Cadre21
- Cédrick Jeanpierre, educational consultant
- Stéphane Lachance, educational advisor
- Tara McLean, Insignia
Description (learning methods, topics covered) :
Support staff members will have the opportunity to participate in self-directed and/or synchronous training that addresses the needs identified in their annual development plan in the areas of pedagogy, behavior, ASD, school wellness, and safety.
Reading support
This training explores the challenges that some students face in reading. You will discover concrete assessment and intervention strategies to promote decoding, enrich vocabulary, and improve comprehension. The goal is to equip staff to better support students toward reading success.Math session
This meeting is designed as a space for support staff to exchange ideas and collaborate on mathematics. Together, we will explore the issues and challenges you encounter in your role, whether they relate to mathematical concepts, teaching strategies, or support. The goal is to share experiences, reflect on concrete solutions, and strengthen our collective capacity to support mathematics education in our schools.Insignia
This training course, designed for library technicians, covers the main functions of the Insignia software: circulation, cataloging, reports, and use of OPAC/Discover Layer.Pedagogical day (western schools) Pedagogical day (western schools)
Full day
January 30, 2026Themes :
- Writing newsletter comments for teaching staff
- Effective student intervention strategies for support staff
Organizing entity : Board administration
Face-to-face / virtual
Presentation, guest speaker or organization :
- Self-directed training courses: Geneva Center, Franco Center, TA@school, CÉNO, and Cadre21
- Cédrick Jeanpierre, educational consultant
- Stéphane Lachance, educational advisor
- Tara McLean, Insignia
Description (learning methods, topics covered) :
Support staff members will have the opportunity to participate in self-directed and/or synchronous training that addresses the needs identified in their annual development plan in the areas of pedagogy, behavior, ASD, school wellness, and safety.
Reading support
This training explores the challenges that some students face in reading. You will discover concrete assessment and intervention strategies to promote decoding, enrich vocabulary, and improve comprehension. The goal is to equip staff to better support students toward reading success.Math session
This meeting is designed as a space for support staff to exchange ideas and collaborate on mathematics. Together, we will explore the issues and challenges you encounter in your role, whether they relate to mathematical concepts, teaching strategies, or support. The goal is to share experiences, reflect on concrete solutions, and strengthen our collective capacity to support mathematics education in our schools.Insignia
This training course, designed for library technicians, covers the main functions of the Insignia software: circulation, cataloging, reports, and use of OPAC/Discover Layer.Pedagogical day (Franco-Supérieur and ÉSC de La Vérendry grades 7 and 8) Pedagogical day (Franco-Supérieur and ÉSC de La Vérendry grades 7 and 8)
Full day
January 30, 2026Themes :
- Writing newsletter comments for teaching staff
- Effective student intervention strategies for support staff
Organizing entity : Board administration
Face-to-face / virtual
Presentation, guest speaker or organization :
- Self-directed training courses: Geneva Center, Franco Center, TA@school, CÉNO, and Cadre21
- Cédrick Jeanpierre, educational consultant
- Stéphane Lachance, educational advisor
- Tara McLean, Insignia
Description (learning methods, topics covered) :
Support staff members will have the opportunity to participate in self-directed and/or synchronous training that addresses the needs identified in their annual development plan in the areas of pedagogy, behavior, ASD, school wellness, and safety.
Reading support
This training explores the challenges that some students face in reading. You will discover concrete assessment and intervention strategies to promote decoding, enrich vocabulary, and improve comprehension. The goal is to equip staff to better support students toward reading success.Math session
This meeting is designed as a space for support staff to exchange ideas and collaborate on mathematics. Together, we will explore the issues and challenges you encounter in your role, whether they relate to mathematical concepts, teaching strategies, or support. The goal is to share experiences, reflect on concrete solutions, and strengthen our collective capacity to support mathematics education in our schools.Insignia
This training course, designed for library technicians, covers the main functions of the Insignia software: circulation, cataloging, reports, and use of OPAC/Discover Layer.Zootherapy Zootherapy
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January 30, 2026Spirit Friday! Spirit Friday!
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January 30, 2026Show your school pride by wearing green and white!