💙 On the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, we are reminded that every person deserves the opportunity to learn, belong, and thrive. Across the OCSB, we are committed to fostering school communities rooted in equity, where barriers are reduced, every voice is valued, and each student is supported to reach their God-given potential. Together, through compassion, advocacy, and service, we can help build a more just and hopeful future for all. #EndPoverty #Equity #OCSB #ocsbNewBeginnings

💚 Little moments. Big impact. That's the #ocsbFridayFeeling! From building bridges and exploring 3D printing to creating ‘farmers' markets’ and bringing imaginative ideas to life, OCSB students have been putting their creativity and curiosity to work! 🏗️📚🍎 But knowledge goes beyond the classroom. This week, students learned about democracy, discovered the power of storytelling with sports journalist Julian McKenzie and gave back to their community through a Halloween food drive. 🗳️🏒🥫 And through conversations about mental health, belonging and kindness, students reminded us that sometimes the smallest gestures make the biggest difference. ❤️ As we Nourish New Beginnings, we're celebrating the little things that bring us together and the big possibilities they create. 🔗 Catch all the highlights in this week’s #ocsbFridayFeeling here: ocsb.ca/2026/10/16/friday-fe… #ocsb #ocsbBeCommunity #ocsbNewBeginnings

🚧🌱 Big things are growing in Stittsville, and we're starting from the ground up! We've officially broken ground on a brand-new OCSB Catholic elementary school in the Fernbank community! 🎉 🏫 507 new student spaces for Junior Kindergarten to Grade 6 💚 French Immersion programming 🧸 39 licensed childcare spaces in a proposed preschool childcare centre 📅 Scheduled to open for the 2027–2028 school year More than bricks and mortar, this new school will be a place for friendships to grow, curiosity to flourish and families to come together. As we Nourish New Beginnings, we're excited to help build a bright future for Stittsville's growing community, one student at a time! Read more about this exciting milestone: ocsb.ca/2026/10/16/breaking-… #OCSB #ocsbNewBeginnings #Stittsville

📚 Today, we celebrate Canadian Library Workers Day and the dedicated library staff across the OCSB who help make our libraries welcoming and safe places to read, learn and discover. Meet Jess, a Library Tech at St. Mother Teresa High School who loves getting students excited about reading and helping them find their next great book. Her own love of reading inspired her career as a Library Technician. After working in elementary school Learning Commons, Jess now works at the high school level and loves the different experiences that both settings offer. That care for students also comes through in the space Jess has helped create. As soon as you walk into the library, it’s hard not to notice the plants. Surrounded by natural light, they bring life to the space and make the library feel warm and welcoming, even in its quieter moments. Jess cares for them all, including one that belonged to her grandmother. She’s also continuing a tradition started by the Library Tech before her, who shared that same love of plants and creativity. In many ways, the space reflects this year’s spiritual theme, We Are Called to Nourish New Beginnings. Through caring for a space where both plants and students can grow, Jess is helping create a place where students can discover new interests, find their next great read and feel at home. Today, we celebrate Jess and all the library workers across the OCSB who inspire a love of reading and learning every day. Thank you for all that you do! 👏❤️ #BeOCSB #CanadianLibraryWorkersDay #BeOCSB #ocsbBeCommunity #CatholicEducation #ocsbNewBeginnings

💜🙏 Students, staff and special guests gathered to celebrate the blessing of a statue of Mary, the Blessed Mother, honouring the generations of faith and devotion it represents. Generously gifted by the Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the statue now has a special place at Immaculata, where it will continue to inspire faith, reflection and belonging for generations to come! A beautiful reminder that new beginnings can also honour the stories and traditions that have shaped us. ✨ 🔗 Read the full story: ocsb.ca/2026/10/15/a-symbol-… #OCSB #ocsbBeCommunity #ocsbNewBeginnings

🩷 Great achievements often begin in familiar places! Before standing atop the Olympic podium, Erica Wiebe walked the halls of Sacred Heart Catholic High School, where determination, resilience, and hard work helped shape her path to Olympic gold. This Women's History Month, we celebrate Erica's remarkable accomplishments and the example she sets for students to pursue their goals with confidence, perseverance, and courage! #WomensHistoryMonth #OCSB #ocsbNewBeginnings

🎉 Congratulations to OCSB Trustee Joanne MacEwan on receiving her 15-year service pin! 💚 Throughout her years of service, Joanne has been a dedicated advocate for Catholic education, championing parent engagement and helping strengthen our school communities. Thank you, Joanne, for your continued leadership, commitment and dedication to OCSB students, families and staff! 💜 🔗 Learn more about Joanne's 15 years of service at ocsb.ca/2026/10/14/celebrati… #OCSB #CatholicEducation #ocsbBeCommunity #ocsbNewBeginnings

The Ottawa Catholic School Board joins Catholics around the world in praying for Pope Leo XIV following the news of his lung cancer diagnosis. We are grateful to hear that his surgery was successful, and we pray for his continued healing, strength and recovery. ❤️🙏 As a Catholic school community, we hold the Holy Father in our hearts and prayers during this difficult time. May he find comfort in his faith and in the love and support of the many people praying for him around the world. 🕊️ May God bless Pope Leo XIV and guide him on his journey to recovery. #ocsbNewBeginnings #PrayForPopeLeo #PrayTogether #OCSB

📣Join us in-person or virtually tonight, October 13, 2026, for our #ocsb Board Meeting at 7 pm!   🔗 Check out the agenda and live stream link: ocsb.ca/meetings/   #ocsbBeCommunity

🍂 Happy Thanksgiving from the OCSB! 🧡 Today, we give thanks to God for the many blessings in our lives and for the people, relationships and moments that strengthen our school communities. As we gather with family and friends, may we take time to notice the blessings around us, give thanks for what we have and remember those who may be experiencing a difficult season. May this Thanksgiving be filled with gratitude, kindness and the joy of being together. Wishing our entire OCSB community a joyful and restful Thanksgiving! 🙏🍂 #HappyThanksgiving #Gratitude #ocsbNewBeginnings @ocsbRE

🙏 Today, we join in prayer for clergy who faithfully serve our schools, parishes, and communities. May God continue to strengthen and guide them as they share His love, nurture faith, and inspire others to see His presence in the everyday. As the Book of Job reminds us, let us all "stop and consider the wondrous works of God." ✨ #PrayForClergy #OCSB #ocsbNewBeginnings #ocsbRE

Today, we celebrate Clergy Appreciation Day and the dedicated clergy who support our students, staff and families across the #OCSB. One of those people is Fr. Geoff Kerslake, who values the many opportunities he has to connect with students through school liturgies, classroom visits and even recess walks around the school grounds. You might even spot him wearing a safety vest at recess, although he says he’s not quite ready to accept the walkie-talkie just yet! For Fr. Geoff, one of the most meaningful parts of his role is seeing the connection between parish, school and home come to life. He loves how open, curious and friendly students are and says it’s especially meaningful when one tells him, “See you on Sunday, Father Geoff!” Today, we celebrate Fr. Geoff and all the clergy in our OCSB communities. Thank you for the care, presence and support you provide to our students, staff and families! 🙏💚 #BeOCSB #ClergyAppreciationDay #ocsbNewBeginnings @ocsbRE

Today is International Day of the Girl! 🌍💜 From our youngest learners to our graduating students, girls across the OCSB are learning, creating, leading and discovering what they’re capable of. Across our schools, girls have opportunities to discover their strengths and build confidence in and beyond the classroom. Initiatives like Girls on the Run and the STEM for Girls Club are just two examples of the many ways girls are encouraged to learn, grow and pursue their interests. We’re also inspired by OCSB graduates who are creating opportunities for girls beyond our community. Distinguished Catholic Alumni Award recipient Lisa Travella-Murawsky is doing just that through her work in India, helping girls and young women build confidence and thrive through sport. Today, we celebrate the voices, talents and potential of girls. By giving them opportunities to lead, explore their interests and share their ideas, we help create a community where every girl knows she matters and has an important role in shaping the future. 💜 #InternationalDayOfTheGirl

Today is World Mental Health Day. There are many ways we can Be Well each day, whether it’s spending time with friends, getting outside, being active, taking a quiet moment or making time for something we enjoy. Today, take a moment to notice the people, activities and moments that support your mental health and well-being. What helps you Be Well? 💚 #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealth #WellBeing #ocsbBeWell #ocsbNewBeginnings

🇵🇱✨ A special tradition, a meaningful milestone, and a joyful celebration of language and culture! First-grade students in our Polish International Languages Program celebrated pasowanie na ucznia, a cherished Polish tradition marking their official initiation as students. 🔗 Read more about this special celebration: ocsb.ca/2026/10/09/celebrati… #ocsbBeCommunity #ocsbContEd #InternationalLanguages

🌱 What can grow when students are given new opportunities, caring mentors and a place where they feel they belong? @AssumptionOCSB students are spending Saturday mornings @uOttawa learning alongside university mentors through School of the Greats. It’s a new partnership, a new experience and a beautiful example of what it can mean to Nourish New Beginnings. 💚 Read how OCSB students are building confidence, curiosity and connections, and beginning to see what’s possible for their future. 🔗 Read the full story: ocsb.ca/2026/10/09/nourishin… #OCSB #BeOCSB #ocsbNewBeginnings #ocsbBuildsBridges