Greater Essex County District School Board

June 5 marks World Environment Day, established by the United Nations to inspire action and awareness around protecting our environment. At the Greater Essex County District School Board, this day is a meaningful opportunity to celebrate the efforts of our students and staff who are helping to build a healthier, more sustainable future for all. Our collective commitment to caring for our planet reflects the important role we all play in supporting the well-being of our communities and the world around us.

STUDENT PIX WINNERS — The Gibson Gallery held the closing reception of the annual “Student Pix” exhibit last Saturday (May 30) with prizes being awarded to the top student-photographers within the Greater Essex County District School Board. Winners included Charlie Boughner (first place, primary black and white), Amelia Hamza (first place, primary colour), Nora Huver (second place, primary colour), Ellie Bastien (third place, primary colour), De’mai Miles (first place, junior black and white), Arianna Reaume (second place, junior black and white), Meliah Sabbah (third place, junior black and white), De’mai Miles (first place, junior colour), Bareeha Ali (second place, junior colour), Madeline Dawson (third place, junior colour, Selina Liu (first place, intermediate black and white), Aabis Ali (second place, intermediate black and white), Kennedy Larmond (third place, intermediate black and white), Riley Doran (first place, intermediate colour), Hayden Forsyth (second place, intermediate colour), Mya Shuttleworth (third place, intermediate colour), Ethan Villemaire (first place, senior black and white), Madilyn Wilson (second place, senior black and white), Avery Moynahan (third place, senior black and white and first place senior colour), Mohid Hanif (second place, senior colour) and Azali Kriegar (third place, senior colour.) Mya Garant (senior colour entrant) won best in show. The gallery’s current exhibit is Tatyanna’s “In the Making,” which runs until June 14.

Exam time is just around the corner, and stress can build up quickly. Don’t forget to take care of yourself while studying. Here are some self-care ideas for you to try:
🕊️ Find what calms you - take a moment for yourself
🥱 Rest and recharge - don’t forget to take breaks!
🙏🏼 Ask for help - it’s okay to lean on friends and family or ask your teacher for help

Visit Mind your Mind for helpful tools and resources to guide you through tough times: https://ow.ly/VV5z50Z7lMm

⚠ Reminder: Friday, June 5th is a P.A. Day for all elementary students.

Every Friday, families at Beacon Heights Public School are rolling into the day together! 🚲

The “Beacon Bus Bike” brings students and parents together to ride to school as a group, building community while staying active.

All families are welcome to join the ride!

The GECDSB’s Community Kitchen program continues to make a meaningful impact. Students raised more than $60,000 through their “Pastabilities” fundraiser to support local food initiatives, making them leading contributors to over $159,000 raised in the past three years.

The program was also honoured with the 2025 Culinary Federation Windsor Hospitality Award for outstanding achievement in culinary arts and hospitality, and for promoting the chef and hospitality profession. Congratulations to the students and staff for their outstanding leadership and community impact. Special thanks to Adelina DeBlasis, Chef & GECDSB Secondary School Culinary Teacher/Co-op Specialist, for her leadership and dedication! 🍝🥗🍕

Gore Hill students are sharing powerful stories of local Black history, brought to life through primary sources from the Amherstburg Freedom Museum. From murals to digital exhibits, their work reflects thoughtful research and meaningful interpretation. Thank you to the staff and administration at Gore Hill Public School for sharing this work with us.