Board News News Summary

Names of New Catholic Elementary Schools Selected

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:56:00 GMT

The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) is excited to share the official names of the new Catholic elementary schools in Bradford and Tottenham, scheduled to open in September and November of this year.

Announcing Our 2026 Outstanding Graduates

Wed, 13 May 2026 03:44:00 GMT

From skilled trades to national television, from classrooms to community leadership, this year’s recipients of the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board’s Outstanding Graduates program are building meaningful paths and making a difference in the lives of others.

Approved 2026-2027 School Year Calendars

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:20:00 GMT

Get out your planners! The Ministry of Education has approved the elementary and secondary calendars for the 2026-2027 school year.

It's Time to Register for Kindergarten!

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 15:20:00 GMT

It’s time to register for Kindergarten! Children who are four years old by the end of December 2026, are eligible to register for the 2026-2027 Kindergarten school year.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 20:02:00 GMT

At a recent meeting of the Board of Trustees, the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) responded to Call to Action #1 in the Ontario Human Rights Commission’s Dreams Delayed report, released on March 27, 2025. The report highlights the ongoing impact of systemic anti-Black racism in Ontario’s publicly funded education system. It also reinforces the responsibility of school boards to ensure learning and working environments that are equitable, inclusive, and free from discrimination.

Updated Partnership Agreement Enhances Commitment to Support Healthy Schools

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 19:17:00 GMT

On December 18, 2025, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU), the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB), and the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) signed an updated partnership agreement to work together to strengthen healthy school environments across Simcoe Muskoka.

Ministry Announces Appointment of Student Achievement Advisory Body

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:33:00 GMT

The Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education, has announced the appointment of a new advisory body to review and assess student achievement, including Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) results.

Province Invests Over $2 Million to Advance Accessibility in SMCDSB Schools

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 13:59:00 GMT

The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) has secured more than $2 million from the Province of Ontario to advance priority accessibility upgrades across the system.