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2025-2026 Student Trustees

It is our pleasure to introduce the Greater Essex County District School Board’s 2025-2026 Student Trustees!

Ruby Rivington from Walkerville Collegiate Institute has been elected to represent the Board’s city secondary school population and Cole Foster from Essex District High School has been elected to represent the Board’s county secondary school population.

Ruby Rivington

Ruby Rivington is a grade 12 student at Walkerville Collegiate Institute.  

Ruby has been a member of Walkerville’s student...

Welcome Back to School!

Dear students and families,

Somehow, we have already arrived at the beginning of another school year. I hope that each of you had a relaxing summer break and are refreshed and ready for another year of learning.

Each summer, I take time to reflect on what we will prioritize in the year ahead. As always, we remain focused on providing a fulfilling learning experience for all students, equitable and inclusive education, and the mental health and well-being of all students, families, and staff.

In...

Welcome to Transit Windsor Welcome Booklet

The City of Windsor is excited to share the Transit Windsor Welcome Booklet for new students! It’s packed with tips on using public transit and understanding the transit system. Starting Sunday, August 31, 2025, Transit Windsor will roll out service changes as part of the Council-approved 2025 Service Plan. These updates will improve reliability, expand coverage, and better meet rider needs. 

Welcome to Transit Windsor Booklet

Learn more by visiting transitwindsor.ca or by following them on social media.

Additional Funding Granted for Glenwood and Roseland Additions

The Ontario Government has approved additional funding for the Greater Essex County District School Board’s school addition projects at Glenwood Public School and Roseland Public School.

Glenwood Public School will receive an additional $218,520, bringing the total investment to $3,926,513. The new addition will create 184 pupil places at the school.

Roseland Public School will receive an additional $440,645 in funding, bringing its total investment to $4,354,376. This addition will also provide...

École Bellewood Grade 8 Students' Masterful Mural

Grade 8 students from École Bellewood have spent the year creating a breathtaking mural as a legacy project from the graduating class of 2025. Four students were selected to represent each of the Grade 8 classes and, under the guidance of their Vice Principal, collaborated to design a lasting art piece for the school’s Learning Commons.

The goal was to help transform the space into one that reflects the values of inclusivity, diversity, community, and connectedness. With a nature theme in mind,...