We are always adding to our list of helpful information for parents. If you have any information or links you think other parents would find useful, please send them to [email protected].

Emotional Well-being

• Resources and a teaching guide from an event on “Building Resilience and Growth Mindset” presented by  Dr. Adrienne Matheson, Ph.D., C. Psych., RPT.  The focus was on the meaning of resilience and growth mindset and how to help our children develop these skills.

Health & Fitness

• Ever wonder why your child is more focused on homework after a good run around the park? According to new research, that game of tag actually helps them achieve at school!

• EatRight Ontario wants to help you improve your health and quality of life through healthy eating. This service provides easy-to-use nutrition information to help you make healthier food choices.

Supporting Student Learning

• Did you know that structured literacy helps ALL children learn to read? It’s not just for kids with dyslexia and other learning needs. Merci Conseil Scolaire Catholique du Nouvel-Ontario for sharing these free printables of French phoneme-grapheme cards, "sky-grass-ground" mats, and some examples of French decodable text!

• There are so many things that parents can do at home to support their child’s learning. Take a look at these helpful hints from the Ministry of Education abc 1,2,3 and the OCDSB's Help your Child Succeed. 

Other

OCDSB Resources

School Council News
The School Council News page is your destination for the latest updates, resources, key dates, and important information for school councils.
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OCDSB School Council Resources
The OCDSB provides resources and regular updates to assist school councils in preparing for and navigating through the school year.
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Resource Library
The School Council Resource Library offers guides and resources for school council operations, funds management, elections, meetings, insurance and more.
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Ottawa Carleton Assembly of School Councils (OCASC)
OCASC is an umbrella organization for school councils and parents in the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) to share share ideas, discuss current events and build community. 
Visit the OCASC website.

Parent Involvement Committee (PIC)
The PIC promotes parent engagement and collaborates with the board to support student achievement and well-being. PIC provides resources and support to parents and School Councils.
Visit the PIC website.