Spotlight on Schools

Garth Webb Secondary School recently hosted some of the most promising legal minds from the Halton District School Board, as students gathered on May 1, 2026 for the Ontario Justice Education Network’s (OJEN) Competitive Mock Trial Tournament. 

Shaneika Robinson, a Grade 9 student from Aldershot School, turned a spontaneous decision into a major literary achievement after winning the prestigious Polar Expressions Publishing writing contest for her emotionally powerful short story Splinters in the Snow.

The Halton District School Board is celebrating Director of Education Curtis Ennis after he was named the 2026 Grand Champion at this year’s Dancing with Easter Seals Stars fundraiser event. 

Students from across the Halton District School Board took centre stage at Burlington Central School on the evening of April 29 for the annual Students in the Spotlight showcase, a fundraising event hosted by the Halton Learning Foundation (HLF) celebrating student talent while raising critical funds to support families facing financial barriers.

To conclude Education Week, the HDSB is focusing on its commitment to Kindness, Connection and Community, as outlined in our MYSP, and how it supports the success of students. 

Today, on Thursday, May 7, we are celebrating student achievement by recognizing the success of 109 students at the 42nd annual Celebration of Student Excellence event and sharing student success stories from across HDSB schools that highlight how students are thriving in their academic journeys.

Today, on Wednesday, May 6, we are spotlighting the We are HDSB video series that shares the voices and experiences of students, staff and families across HDSB school communities.

Today, on Tuesday, May 5, we are exploring the role of Mental Health and Well-Being, as Education Week aligns with Mental Health Week.

The 34th annual Halton Skills Competition, hosted by the Halton District School Board (HDSB), brought together more than 1,200 elementary and secondary students from across the region to showcase their talents in a dynamic, hands-on environment that extends learning far beyond the classroom.