Stay Connected!
Stay Connected!
Thank you for choosing Ottawa Catholic Board education for your family. Enrolling your child in an Ottawa Catholic school makes your family part of our extended OCSB community. We believe in building strong partnerships with families to support your child’s growth and success.
You can stay engaged and involved in your child’s educational journey in many ways. Here, you’ll find resources to help you stay connected with the school, track your child’s progress, and communicate with educators, ensuring a collaborative and enriching experience.
Together, we can make a positive impact on your child’s future!
OCSB Calendar
School year calendars are distributed to all students at the beginning of each school year. The school year calendar lists school holidays and other important dates.
Transportation
The Ottawa Student Transportation Authority (OSTA) is responsible for the management and administration of all home to school transportation on behalf of the Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB) and the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB).
Parent Portal
Our Parent Portal is where you can view and print your child’s report cards, make sure your child’s school has your correct contact information, see your child’s class schedule, track high school credits and more!
If you need to register a new account, learn about the steps.
Student Portal
If your child attends an Ottawa Catholic school, you can check out our Student Portal. It’s a one-stop shop for learning resources that you and your child can explore together!
To access the Student Portal, students must log in with their @stu.ocsb.ca credentials.
School Messenger
Our schools use SchoolMessenger to communicate important information to families through automated phone calls and emails to parents. Learn more about updating your contact information, setting your communication preferences, and setting up your account.
The SafeArrival feature is being rolled out school by school between September 2025 and January 2026. Schools will notify their parents directly a week or two before their specific start date.
Safe School: OCSB Connect
OCSB Connect lets Grade 7–12 students anonymously report bullying, safety concerns, or crime to school staff. Created at the request of students, this tool helps make schools safer and more welcoming without putting anyone at risk.
High School Volunteer Hours
Students may begin collecting and documenting community involvement hours in July of the year before their Grade 9 school year.
Students should plan to accumulate a minimum of 10 hours each year. However, students are encouraged to complete their hours before the start of their Grade 12 year as this is a busy year which may include part-time jobs which affect one’s ability to do volunteer work.
Student Health & Safety
Your child’s safety and well-being are our top priority, so we have many policies and procedures in place to ease your mind. Find out how to report your child’s medical condition and connect with your school.
SchoolCash Online
SchoolCash Online makes it easy for parents and guardians to pay for school items like field trips, spirit wear, and activity fees. All in one secure place.
Students and families can view available items, make payments, and receive receipts online, saving time and reducing the need for cash at school.
Family Welcome Centre
Are you new to Ottawa? We are here to support newcomer students and families. We welcome all faiths and religions.
Students in Grades 2–12 need an assessment before starting school to help us understand and support their needs.
Navigating Our School System
When it comes to navigating the Ottawa Catholic School Board system, it’s helpful to understand the overall structure of the system.
Get Involved in Your Child’s Education
Through your School Council, the Catholic School Parents’ Association (CSPA), Parent Involvement Committee (PIC), or volunteer opportunities, there are many ways you can get involved.
How to Direct Your Support for Catholic Education
How to Direct Your Support for Catholic Education
1) Check your property tax bill to ensure your support is directed to the English Catholic Board. These property tax assessments are mailed out to all residents between April and August. The assessment section of your tax bill should have “ES” written in the Tax Class field. By default, everyone’s school support is automatically directed to the “English Public” school, so if you’ve recently moved, you will want to make sure you direct your support to “English Separate” to vote for an OCSB Trustee in the next municipal election.
You need to be a Roman Catholic homeowner, tenant/renter to direct your support to Catholic schools. If one partner in the house is non-Catholic, you can still support English Separate schools by completing the Separate School Assessment Lease Form.
You cannot divide your school support between the public and Catholic sectors. If you do not have children registered at an OCSB school, you can still choose to support Catholic education.
2) Complete the Application for Direction of School Support on the MPAC Website.
How to Vote for an OCSB Trustee in Municipal Elections
How to Vote for an OCSB Trustee in Municipal Elections
If you direct support for the “English Separate” school board on your taxes, you can cast your ballot for your local OCSB Trustee in municipal elections. Trustees oversee recommendations for educational programs, budgets, and policies that govern the Board’s operation. Your Trustee provides an important link between your community and the school board, bringing your issues and concerns forward to board discussions and decision-making.
Find Out More
Find Out More
To help you navigate the landscape of a new school season, we’ve developed guides and resources for parents.
- Beginning Grade 7 – A Parent’s Guide: English
- High School – A Parent’s Guide: English
- How the OCSB Supports Student Attendance and Well-Being. Learn More About School Attendance ›
- Are you new to Ottawa? We’re happy to welcome you and your family to the Ottawa Catholic School Board, any time of the year! Find out more by visiting our Family Welcome Centre ›
- Are you transferring from another School Board or city? Access All You Need to Know ›
