Facility Services

Facility Services Department for Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board. Not monitored 24/7.

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Hiring season continues this summer ☀️

Visit our Careers page to learn about current opportunities and help grow the HWDSB team:

· Manager of Accounting
· Cyber Security Specialist
· Manager, Employee Support and Wellness

Careers: https://t.co/JebnbOlIxw

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Are you an HWDSB staff member wanting to learn more about taking care of your mind, body, and relationships with others?

Join us at our 'Spring Into Wellness' event on May 4 at the Education Centre!

No registration is required. View the flyer to learn more.

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March 8 is International Women's Day - a global day to celebrate the powerful women around us and advance gender equality.

The 2023 theme, #EmbraceEquity, urges us to discuss why equal opportunities are not enough, and that inclusion and belonging require equitable action.

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Environment Canada has issued a winter storm warning on Friday, March 3. As a result of the inclement weather:

- All schools and administrative buildings will close at 7:00 p.m. on March 3
- All weekend permits are cancelled for Saturday, March 4 and Sunday, March 5

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Remembrance Day marks the end of the First World War in 1918, and traditionally involves a pause in our day for silent reflection at the 11th hour of the 11th day in the 11th month.

For each of us, the day is a time of reflection.

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Today, HWDSB joins workplaces across Canada to mark National Custodial Workers Day.

As the pandemic further underlined, keeping our schools clean and well-maintained is essential. Thank you all for helping create the foundation of positive learning and working spaces!

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On September 30, we wear orange to honour Phyllis Webstad, who had her orange shirt taken away on her first day at the St. Joseph Mission (SJM) Residential School in British Columbia.

Full message for Orange Shirt Day: https://t.co/1q3WuERqIU
Resources: https://t.co/6ps0tX9TJH

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It's Facility Friday! During last week's Finance and Facilities Committee meeting, @HWDSB_FM shared updates from a few summer construction projects 🏫

• Before-and-after photos from @WestdaleSS cafeteria refresh
• Before-and-after photos from @Yorkview_HWDSB washroom refresh

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For this week's Facility Friday feature, we're heading to @Churchill_HWDSB 🏫

Stairwell renovations ✅
Washroom upgrades ✅
Cafeteria facelift ✅

SWC is a busy place this summer! You can find improvements taking place all over the school thanks to these projects from @HWDSB_FM.

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For this week's Facility Friday feature, we're heading to Ridgemount Elementary 🏫

The outdoor play area looks a bit different these days! In just a few short weeks, students and staff will be stepping onto a freshly-paved surface thanks to this upgrade from the @HWDSB_FM team.

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Tomorrow marks the return of our 'Facility Friday' series! It's our chance to share some of the exciting school renewal projects from @HWDSB_FM 🏫

Here's a preview of the four summer projects we'll be showcasing over the month of August. Do you recognize any of these schools? 👀

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Thanks for all of your service to HWDSB, Stacey. We wish you all the best in your new role.

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Happy Monday #HamOnt,

Just a reminder, when dropping off or driving through school zones, please be extra cautious and comply with the posted speed limits. 🚗

Let’s work together to make our school zones a safe experience for all of us 🙂

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“When I retire, I am going to come back and be (sad). This was my baby."

@ViolaD_HWDSB was one of several HWDSB schools that were opened or significantly renovated during the pandemic 🏫

Celebrate School Renewal this Education Week with a virtual tour: https://t.co/pqTyOPfudT

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On Administrative Professionals' Day, we thank the skilled, knowledgeable, and welcoming individuals who help HWDSB support all students and staff! Your hard work is noticed and valued, especially during these obstacle-filled school years 💙

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At HWDSB, we want to ask you how you feel about your school building.

Schools are not only places for learning, but also living spaces where you, your teachers and school staff spend many hours every day.

About My School survey for students: https://t.co/slScoSMyNt

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@Thompson_MissN Happiest of birthdays!

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In 1995, the House of Commons officially recognized February as Black History Month in Canada. The motion was introduced by the first Black Canadian woman elected to Parliament, the Honorable Jean Augustine. HWDSB is proud to help continue the tradition as we begin the new month.

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#BellLetsTalk

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Today is #BellLetsTalk Day, which encourages Canadians to take action to create positive change in mental health.

We'll be using the day to spotlight HWDSB and community resources for students, staff and families. Be on the lookout for these posts and share them widely! 💙🧡

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We also thank our caretaking staff for going to school today for several hours clearing the snow and getting reading for the return to in-person learning for our staff and students. Read more about snow-clearing: https://t.co/3NHZaambED