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June 1, 2026

From the Director's Desk: June Edition

Dear HWDSB Community,  

June is a meaningful month for many reasons. It marks the beginning of the last instructional month for the 2025-2026 school year, bringing with it a season of transition, achievement, and new beginnings. It also marks the beginning of Pride Month, a time to celebrate 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, as well as Ontario Day, when we reflect on what it means to call this province home. 

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A Message From the CEO
June 1, 2026

Honouring Ontario Day

To the HWDSB Community,  

Today on June 1, I am pleased to take a moment to recognize Ontario Day. This is an important time to reflect on the rich history, diversity, and shared values that shape our wonderful province. 

A Message From the CEO
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May 5, 2026

From the Director's Desk: May Edition

Dear HWDSB Families, Caregivers and Community,  

As we begin Education Week, it is an important time to recognize the critical work happening every day across HWDSB schools, learning spaces, and workplaces in support of student success and future readiness.  

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HWDSB's New Websites: Coming Soon
April 24, 2026

New HWDSB Websites: Coming Soon!

Dear HWDSB Community,

We are excited to share that new websites are coming for our school board and all 93 HWDSB schools the first week of May. These refreshed sites are designed to be easier to use, more accessible, and make it simpler for families to find the information they need. This work is part of our ongoing efforts to enhance how we share information, connect, and collaborate with families, staff, and communities across the system.

HWDSB's New Websites: Coming Soon
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April 15, 2026

Update: Capital Construction at HWDSB

The Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) is committed to providing safe, modern, and well-maintained learning environments that support student achievement, staff well-being, and community use. Continuous investment in school facilities is a key part of this commitment, ensuring that schools remain in spaces where learning can thrive today and into the future. 

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Be.Connected@HWDSB
April 10, 2026

Be.Connected@HWDSB: April

As we enter the final three months of the school year, we arrive at an important moment for reflection and renewed focus. This time invites us to pause and check in on the goals we set at the beginning of the year, the supports we continue to provide, and the impact we are striving to have on student achievement across our system. 

Be.Connected@HWDSB
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April 2, 2026

From the Director’s Desk: April Edition

Dear Families, Caregiver, and Communities,  

As we enter April, I want to offer an opportunity to reflect ahead of Mental Health Week, which takes place from May 4 to 10. This period encourages us to pause and consider the importance of mental health and well-being across our schools and communities. 

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March 31, 2026

A Message from HWDSB’s Director of Education: 2026-2027 Staffing & Budget Update

Dear HWDSB Families and Communities,

At HWDSB, our responsibility is to support student achievement and well-being while managing public resources carefully, and responsibly.

Thank you to families, students, staff, and community members who contributed to the 2026–2027 budget consultation process. Your engagement has helped shape the decisions now being made to support the financial stability of HWDSB.