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Vincent Massey Student Shines on National Stage with Award-Winning Optimism

Serena Zhang, a standout student at Vincent Massey Secondary School, continues to make waves with a remarkable series of academic, artistic, and leadership accomplishments that showcase her diverse talents and unwavering drive.

Serena was recently named the winner of the Southwestern Ontario District Optimist Oratorical Contest, held in Dorchester, Ontario. Sponsored by the Essex Youth Centre Optimist Club, Serena captivated judges with her eloquent speech on the theme “How Optimism Has Guided Me...

Celebrating Pride Month 2025

This morning, the Greater Essex County District School Board proudly joined staff, students, and community partners to raise the Pride flag in celebration of the beginning of Pride Month. The flag will fly throughout June at all GECDSB schools and facilities. The Pride flag is a powerful symbol of inclusion, acceptance, and our ongoing commitment to equity in education. Each year, we are humbled and inspired by the voices of 2SLGBTQIA+ community members and allies. We are grateful for their...

GECDSB Launches New Electrical Training Program in Partnership with IBEW

On May 29, 2025, the Greater Essex County District School Board (GECDSB) officially launched its latest addition to the Enhanced Construction Program (ECP) — the Electrical School in partnership with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 773. The event, held at the United Brotherhood of Carpenters & Joiners Of America Local 494 (UBCJA) training facility in Oldcastle, marked a significant expansion of the Board’s highly successful hands-on skilled trades programming.

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May 2025 SHSM Student Spotlight

We are proud to recognize Allie Houser, a graduating student from the Aviation Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) program at Sandwich Secondary School, for her outstanding initiative in creating a meaningful learning experience for her peers.

Allie recently organized an enriching visit to the University of Waterloo for Grade 11 SHSM Aviation students participating in the Check Pilot program. As part of the visit, students had the opportunity to meet with renowned aviation expert Dr. Suzanne...

May 2025: Student of the Month

The Student of the Month for May is Ellie Friesen, a Grade 10 student at Tecumseh Vista Academy. Ellie is a shining example of this month’s theme of “Optimism”.

In a world where negativity can be overwhelming and hard to avoid, Ellie’s ability to light up a room with her smile and warm heart radiates kindness and hope. She turns grey days into cheerful days of positivity and possibility.

Students at TVA say Ellie is a kind-hearted team player. She is known for raising her teammates’ spirits after...