Category: Schools
Alina Wang places third in Awesome Authors writing contest
Alina Wang who is 11 years old, placed third in her category of English Poetry for children ages 9 – 12. She submitted her poem, Spring Blossoms.
Building for the future: new Catholic Schools coming to Stittsville
Scott Phelan is the Catholic School Board Trustee for Zone 1. The zone covers: Ward 6 Stittsville, Ward 20 Osgoode, Ward 21 Rideau-Jock.
Stittsville Central welcomes Algonquin College co-op student Olivia Senecal
Stittsville Central looks forward to sharing Olivia Senecal’s writing talent with the residents of Stittsville. Olivia will be working with us from March 16 until April 24, 2026.
South Carleton students walk-out to protest the OSAP changes
(Students of South Carleton High School in Richmond gathered together on February 12, 2026 for a walk-out to protest the recent Ontario Student Assistance Program announcement. They want their voices…
Education shouldn’t be a debt sentence: South Carleton students walking out against OSAP changes
This protest on March 11th is a way for us to collectively call this out for what it is: our government treating education like a business when it should be about our futures.
Registration is open for the Stittsville District Lions Club’s effective speaking competition
This is the largest competition in Canada and has been held for over 68 years. It is supported by provincial Ministries and Boards of Education.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week Councillor Gower and his team extend Holiday Wishes and a Hanukkah message to residents. He also shares the office hours during the holiday season…
Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority offer 2026 Watershed Education Programs for youth
School group programs are also be available, welcoming teachers and educators to bring their class to our gorgeous Conservation Area for a day of fun-filled adventure and learning.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
It has been a busy week for Councillor Gower with so many meetings and events to attend, including the Stittsville Muslim Association unveiling of their new sign and the amazing…
South Carleton High School’s love for music was contagious at Band-A-Thon!
South Carleton High School’s band students and music students joined together on November 21st for Band-A-Thon, a fun music filled event in support of the Richmond Food Bank…
A look inside South Carleton High School’s Autism Spectrum Disorder class
South Carleton High School offers a specialized classroom for students who are high on the autism spectrum. Read on to see how these classes function and are taught.
Westwind Public School – ‘chase for hunger’ parade supports the Stittsville Food Bank
October 31, 2025 is a day that the students and fellow teachers at Westwind Public School won’t soon forget. Leading up to the afternoon of fun…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Keeping you informed, Councillor Gower is sharing information and events for this week. The City will be tabling the 2026 budget at the November 12th City Council meeting…
We welcome South Carleton High School co-op student Claire Graham to Stittsville Central
We are pleased to welcome Claire Graham, a South Carleton High School (SCHS) student, to our team for her co-op placement. Claire resides in Stittsville and will be writing on many…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week Councillor Gower is sharing some back-to-school times and safety tips for residents. The Ottawa Safety Council is still seeking some crossing guards for Stittsville…