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Erie Migration District School Update

Construction Update - August 16, 2024

We are very excited to provide an update that Erie Migration District School construction is progressing extremely well. We are in the final stages of completion and cannot wait to open the doors and welcome our students on Tuesday September 3rd, 2024. 

We will be providing staff with updates about accessing the building prior to the start of the school year so that we don’t interfere with the work that remains to be completed.  There are a few minor items...

Kingsville Military Museum

Sharing Our History

It’s our pleasure as well as our responsibility to promote the history of the GECDSB and its schools.

Essex / Kingsville Trustee Julia Burgess presented members of the Kingsville Military Museum with a plaque that has hung at Kingsville District High School since 1953. The 2-foot square, brass marker honoured the final members of the Kingsville School District.  That board was amalgamated into the former Essex County Public School Board. The school closed at the end of June,...

Soaring to New Heights: Sandwich Secondary Student Takes First Solo Flight

Congratulations to Allie Houser, a Sandwich Secondary School student who achieved a major milestone by completing her first solo flight on July 26th!

We first encountered Allie during Drone Training Day in June. At that event, Mr. Jasey, the instructor of the Aviation course IDC3O, showcased the remarkable program and its dedicated students. As we observed students building and flying their drones, Allie stood out with her quiet confidence, skillfully maneuvering her drone through the air. Mr....

A Field Trip to Remember

Revitalizing History: A Unique Summer Project for Enhanced Construction Program Students

On July 23rd, students from the Enhanced Construction Program (ECP) embarked on a remarkable field trip to the John Freeman Walls Underground Railroad Museum. As part of the summer school program, students had the opportunity of a lifetime to touch and make history by revitalizing the deck at the historic John Freeman Walls Homestead.

Hands-On Learning and Historical Immersion

The ECP students' project at the...

Year End Message from Director Houston

Dear Greater Essex County District School Board Community,

As the school year comes to an end, I would like to take a moment to reflect on my first year as your Director of Education. It has been an incredible journey filled with growth, learning, and countless moments of inspiration.

 This year has brought many achievements for our students, staff, and community. Our students have excelled in academics, arts, sports, and numerous extracurricular activities. Their enthusiasm and dedication have...