Halton District School Board (HDSB) - Elementary Schools

The Halton District School Board in Ontario serves approximately 64,000 students in the municipalities of Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton, and Oakville in the Region of Halton. Among the largest English school boards in Ontario, the Halton public board offers high-quality education for elementary and secondary students as well as continuing education opportunities for adults and newcomers to the area. Together, more than 6,000 Halton District School Board staff inspire students to learn, grow, and succeed. These staff members include teachers, support and non-teaching staff, administrators, and senior staff. Many professional development workshops and opportunities are offered to staff to provide the expertise and knowledge to engage students in their learning.​ Why Halton District School Board Elementary Schools Safe schools: The health, safety, and well being of students and staff is vital as schools work to create and foster a learning environment in which everyone feels secure. The numerous safe schools initiatives allows schools to focus on student learning and success. Cultural diversity: HDSB embraces cultural diversity and strives to ensure all who enter the schools and workplaces feel welcome and respected. Valuing the uniqueness of each individual provides teaching moments that assist students in better understanding each other and the world around them. Academic achievement: Academically, the district continues to achieve above the provincial average as measured through the Education Quality and Accountability Office results in Grade 3 and 6 Reading, Writing, and Math results. Parental input: Parent involvement and feedback are vital to quality education in Halton. There is an annual Parent Involvement Committee​ conference and each school has a school council​ in which parents can volunteer.