John McCrae SS

The OCDSB Student Recognition Awards celebrate excellence in student leadership. Congratulations to this year’s winner from John McCrae Secondary School, Naylah A.!

We are excited to welcome you to JMSS! Joining a new school is an exciting time for students as well as for their parents, and it often takes time to learn how the school runs (i.e. how the school communicates with families, runs school events, hosts meetings etc.). An exciting program exists at JMSS to help new families navigate their first year here: JMSS Parent Mentorship

A Try Day grant has led to an amazing opportunity for equity and inclusion for high school students in Ottawa and the surrounding areas.

Do you have an interest in Fire Services? Are you up for a challenge? Open House on Wednesday May 10th, 2023 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at the Ottawa Fire Services Training Centre, 898 Industrial Ave. Students who are enrolled in Co-op and interested in a Fire Services type placement for next year should attend.

The Schulich Foundation is thrilled to announce a new scholarship program focused on skilled trades.

This September, the OCDSB is launching the OCDSB Cares anonymous reporting tool in secondary schools. OCDSB Cares is a reporting tool for students looking to share concerns about the health, well-being and safety of themselves or others - anonymously.

An overview of the presentation given to Grade 11 parents on Wednesday, June 8th

The New Community Involvement Hours Collection form is now available for use by students.

Young women in grades 9 through 12 are invited to the Techsploration Career Quest to explore careers in science, engineering, trades, and technology (SETT)

Mandatory eLearning Graduation Requirement and Opt-out Information

Our school board has made us aware of an opportunity for JMSS students. The Nokia Future Tech program is for students currently completing grade 11. Read more for additional information!

Learn more about the Unicef Youth Advocacy Program!