On behalf of the entire community of the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board, I am pleased to announce that effective April 3, 2018, Mr. Ab Falconi, Superintendent of Education, will become the Director of Education of the York Catholic District School Board.

No matter what high school you may go to in whatever town or city, every student would agree that exam times are stressful.

On February 22nd, SMCDSB’s Student Journalists and Communications team had the opportunity to go behind the scenes and learn what it takes to run a successful radio station; Rock 95 and 107.5 Kool FM.

On February 22nd, St. Paul's Catholic School’s Glee club recorded their take on the updated Canadian national anthem at Central Ontario Broadcasting’s studio in Barrie

Some days we have it all together, but some days we don’t! To the mom hiding in the bathroom, with tears rolling down her cheeks. To the dad who has lost his patience and is yelling at the kids again. To the parents who feel alone - raising kids can be hard, challenging and messy. You are not alone! Triple P Positive Parenting Programs can help.

Is your child making plans to attend college or university next fall? Visit ontario.ca/osap to see what financial aid is available to help pay for tuition and other expenses.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and all those affected by the senseless violence in the Florida school shooting. We pray for peace in our world. We pray that our students continue to feel safe and supported and loved in our schools. I thank our school and board staff for all they do to tend to the students entrusted to our care. - Brian Beal, Director of Education

St. Theresa’s Catholic High School in Midland provides a variety of clubs and extracurricular activities.

Collingwood’s Jean Vanier Catholic High School drama students took to the stage on January 12th to perform their final show alongside teacher, Ms. Morin; High School Daze.

It’s time to register for Kindergarten! Children who are four years old by the end of December 2018, are eligible to register for the 2018-2019 Kindergarten school year.

Holy Trinity Catholic High School in Bradford West Gwillimbury has recently joined forces with community partners to make a young student comfortable in her daily life.

Jack Wild once said, “There is no buzz like performing for a live audience,” and that is exactly what the St. Joseph’s Jazz Band has experienced.

Throughout the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic School Board (SMCDSB), students have spent the last month writing exams and completing final projects.

Officially recognized in Canada since 1995, every February, Canadians are invited to participate in Black History Month festivities and events that honour the legacy of Black Canadians, past and present.

Students at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Secondary School in Tottenham (STS) are looking forward to some rest and relaxation after the stress of studying and writing exams.

The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board is now seeking feedback for our 2018-19 school year calendar.