A Peek Inside School Board ResearchAt Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB), research is more than facts and figures. It’s one way the board listens to the voices of students, staff, and families. In the latest episode of Beyond the Bell, Research ...

Celebrating June: Sacred Heart of Jesus, National Indigenous History Month and Pride MonthJune is a month of celebrations and acknowledgements. This month, as is true all year, schools at the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board are committed to creating inclusive learning environments where every student and ...

Celebrating Excellence Event Recognizes Outstanding Achievements at Catholic BoardTrustees at the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board hosted their "Celebrating Excellence" event last week, honouring students and staff for exceptional contributions and achievements over the past year. ...

Learning Under the Stars with Wilfred BuckRecently SMCDSB had the honour of welcoming Cree astronomer, author, educator, and Knowledge Keeper Wilfred Buck for a series of unforgettable presentations. ...

Our 2025 Outstanding GraduatesFrom healing newborns to building thriving businesses, from protecting our coastlines to mentoring future professionals, this year’s recipients of the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board’s Outstanding Graduates program a ...

A New Shepherd for Our ChurchHabemus Papam! We have a Pope! It is with great joy and hope that the SMCDSB shares the news that a brand new pope has been elected: Pope Leo XIV, the successor to our beloved Saint Peter! ...

Catholic Education Week: Thankful for Principals, Vice Principals and ClergyAs Principals and Vice Principals, you shape the conditions for our teachers and students to learn and succeed in a faith-filled environment. ...

Catholic Education Week: Grateful For Our Support StaffThe theme for Catholic Education Week 2025, Pilgrims of Hope, drawn from the Holy Jubilee year, invites us to journey together in faith, hope, and love, trusting in the promise of Christ’s presence and action among us. ...

Catholic Education Week: Appreciating Our Board Office StaffCentral office staff are an integral part of our operations. Your dedication to each of your roles, whether it be in supporting our facilities, central business operations or providing academic support to schools, is integral to t ...

Virtual Presentation With Monique Gray Smith The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board would like to welcome staff and parents/guardians of students in Kindergarten to Grade 12 to a virtual conversation with Monique Gray Smith. ...

Catholic Education Week: Celebrating Our TeachersAs teachers, you have demonstrated your faith and unwavering commitment to provide students with learning opportunities in a faith-filled environment. Your work inspires hope, ignites imagination and instills a love of learning in ...

Catholic Education WeekEach year, Catholic Education Week invites us to reflect on the profound gift of Catholic education in our lives and our community. ...

Beyond the Bell: Understanding Youth Substance UseWhen it comes to substance use, many parents and caregivers feel unsure about how to support the young people in their lives. ...

Death of Pope FrancisWith deep sadness, we join the world in mourning the passing of His Holiness, Pope Francis. As the 266th Pope and successor of St. Peter, he led the Catholic church with humility, service, and mercy, touching the lives of millions ...

French, Hip-Hop, and High Energy with Missy DLast week, more than 1,500 Core French students from Grades 6 to 12 enjoyed an exciting musical experience as part of a series of concerts featuring Missy D, a talented French-English hip-hop artist. Held on April 8 and 9, the con ...

Ministry Approves 2025-2026 School Year CalendarsGet out your planners! The Ministry of Education has approved the elementary and secondary calendars for the 2025-2026 school year. ...

Hearts Across the BoardAt Holy Cross Catholic School in Innisfil, elementary school teacher Aynslie Hahn had a simple idea and big hopes—how much fun would it be if students could share love and kindness beyond their own school walls? That idea grew int ...

Embracing a Growth MindsetMath. For many of us, it’s a subject that brings back memories of struggle, frustration, or even downright avoidance. How often have you said, “Math isn’t my thing” or “I’m just not a math person”? As someone who’s uttered these e ...