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June 2023 Strategic Plan Vignette

DSB1 is pleased to present the final Strategic Plan Vignette of the 2022-2023 school year, which highlights incredible examples of students embracing opportunities inside and outside the classroom that challenges them to adapt and grow.

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Literacy Read Alouds

Today we are pleased to focus on literacy and the importance of read alouds. Read alouds are a valuable tool that helps students develop their vocabulary, active listening skills and make sense of the world.

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Learning about Indigenous Language and Culture across DSB1

Learning about Indigenous language and culture is woven into the teachings and curriculum across our DSB1 schools and programs.

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2023-2024 School Year Calendar

We are pleased to share with you the 2023-2024 School Year Calendar created in collaboration with Conseil Scolaire Catholique de District des Grandes Rivieres, Conseil Scolaire Public du Nord-Est de L'Ontario, and Northeastern Catholic District School Board.

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District School Board Ontario North East. We are pleased to introduce... #readyforkindergarten Contest. Share a photo of your future DSB1 Kindergarten student for a chance to WIN 1 of 3 prizes! See caption for contest details. The graphic features a red DSB1 t-shirt with #readyforkindergarten card.

DSB1 #readyforkindergarten Contest

Our annual DSB1 #readyforkindergarten contest is occurring now until June 22, 2023, in celebration of all new learners!

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About our School

Acting Principal: Erin Van Clieaf

Joseph H. Kennedy is a modern elementary school located in the heart of Matheson. The school offers French Immersion and English classes from Kindergarten to Grade 6. The school has a beautiful library, a computer lab and a learning centre complete with a 3-D printer, and a large gymnasium. Extra-curricular sports activities are offered during the day and the students enjoy the modern playground equipment during recesses.