In The Schools

An annual school year-end tradition marked the final Regular Meeting of the Board of 2025-2026 on Tuesday, June 16, as Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) trustees handed out the Awards of Excellence. Nominated by individuals within their school communities, recipients are community members who have made outstanding contributions to support student success, exemplifying BWDSB’s mission and values in action. This year’s award winners were recognized for a range of contributions, including initiatives that foster student well-being and engagement, nutrition program involvement,...

At the Regular Meeting of the Board on June 16, 2026, Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) trustees passed a balanced budget for the 2026-2027 school year. The approved budget of $299,163,285 in revenues, $299,114,654 in expenses, and $48,631 in net reserve contributions aligns with the requirements of the Education Act and funding parameters that are set provincially by the Ministry of Education. “During a time of significant and increasing financial pressures, the budget was developed through the thoughtful and disciplined hard...