Connecting Through Communication
There’s no shortage of meaningful work happening across the DDSB—inside classrooms, in boardrooms, and out in the community. As our system grows, so does the importance of sharing that work in ways that are transparent, accessible, and inclusive. We want every student, staff member, family, trustee, government partner, and community member to feel informed, connected, and heard.
To support this, we launched a redefined Public Affairs Office focused on strengthening how we inform and engage with our community in strategic, consistent, and meaningful ways.
At the heart of this work is our commitment to Building Connected Communities - fostering trust, shared purpose, and meaningful relationships through listening, communication, and collective action.
Here are a few early steps we’ve taken:
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SCC Listening Tour: Creating space for the Chair and Vice Chair to connect directly with families through School Community Council meetings across the district—listening, learning, and strengthening trust at the local level.
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Strategic Communications Framework: Laying the foundation for clearer, more proactive communications that reflect who we are and where we’re going as a public education system.
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Hiring a new Senior Policy Advisor: To help shape the future of governance and engagement at DDSB, we welcomed a new Senior Policy Analyst to help develop a strategic Policy Framework and build clearer pathways for policy input, review, and renewal.
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Leveraging Social Media to Amplify Board Leadership: This year, the DDSB welcomed a new Social Media Lead, tasked with refining our two-way engagement strategies through Facebook and Instagram designed to showcase leadership, highlight the impact of staff and students, and open dialogue on issues that matter to families.
Over the coming months, we’ll continue to build on this work—launching new tools, platforms, and outreach efforts designed to strengthen relationships, elevate voices, and keep our community informed and engaged every step of the way.