Naismith Memorial Public School - UCDSB

07/27/2026

🚌 School transportation information for the 2026–27 school year is just a click or call away!

Beginning today, STEO has updated its Transportation Information resource to help families get ready for September. The guide includes information on:

✅ Transportation eligibility tools
✅ The Parent Portal
✅ Bus Stop Finder
✅ Notifications and apps
✅ Opting out of transportation
✅ Shared custody transportation processes
✅ Important dates and timelines
✅ Transportation service level updates and available supports

Whether you're looking for your child's bus information or answers to common transportation questions, this resource can help.

🔗 Find the Transportation Information resource on our Parents/Guardians Letters page: https://ow.ly/bTnE50Ztz6i

Email [email protected] with any questions.

07/17/2026

Congratulations to Mme Beeching and four former Naismith students: Marnie Killeen, Andrew Killeen, Maeve Kerwin and Hailey Ladouceur who just won the GAA World Games LGFA Division 3 Shield and GAA Division 2 Shield in Waterford, Ireland. 🎉

Congratulations to local athletes Marnie Killeen, Andrew Killeen, Hailey Ladouceur, and Maeve Kerwin, along with Ottawa Gaels coach Kerri Beeching (teacher at Naismith Memorial Public School), on their OUTSTANDING results today at the 2026 Gaelic Athletic Association World Games in Waterford, Ireland!

Competing alongside more than 2,000 athletes from 114 teams around the world, both Ottawa Gaels squads finished their tournaments on a high note today!

🏆 The women’s team clinched the Shield title in the women’s Division 3, a fantastic bronze‑level finish.

🏆 The men’s team captured the Cup in men’s Division 2, bringing home GOLD!

What an incredible, international achievement! Please help me congratulate Marnie, Andrew, Hailey, Maeve, and Coach Kerri 🇨🇦🇮🇪🏆

07/15/2026

You may have noticed we're getting some work done! 🌳Trees are being trimmed on the property edge and a new fence is being installed. Once complete, our school yard will be completely fenced! Don't worry, there will still be a gate to access the community pathway. We hope everyone is enjoying their summer break! 🌞

07/03/2026

06/23/2026

Due to a water issue, our school will be closed tomorrow, June 24. The childcare and before- and after-school care programs will also be closed. We will keep families updated about the operational status of the school for Thursday, June 25, 2026. See your email for more details, or contact the school directly.

06/23/2026

Healthy Soil, Big Discoveries!
Today Mrs. Reid's (Ferguson/Gallina) class dug up the underwear they buried earlier this spring, and the students were amazed by what they found. Their reactions were priceless — lots of “Whoa!”, “No way!”, and “Look at THAT!” The amount of decomposition showed just how healthy the soil is here at Naismith School. There were lots of excited reactions, curious questions, and proud smiles as the children explored the results of their experiment.
This hands‑on activity was a wonderful way to wrap up our year of learning — a reminder that science is all around us, even beneath our feet. The students showed such enthusiasm, teamwork, and curiosity, and it was a joy to watch them make real‑world connections.
As we head into summer, your child may enjoy continuing their exploration of the natural world. Simple activities like nature scavenger hunts, gardening, or outdoor science observations can keep their sense of wonder growing all season long.
We’re so proud of all the learning and discovery that happened this year. What a memorable way to end our time together.

06/18/2026

Hello Naismith Families,
Just a friendly reminder there is no pizza lunch tomorrow!