Free HDSB Parent Conference Comes to Milton on October 24

Parents and caregivers in Milton have a free, full-day event coming up focused on how to support students. The Halton District School Board is hosting its Parent Involvement Committee Conference at a Milton high school later this month, and registration is closing soon.

What Happened

The HDSB Parent Involvement Committee is running its conference, themed 'Get Connected,' on Saturday, October 24 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Elsie MacGill Secondary School, 1410 Bronte Street South in Milton.

The day includes sessions on a range of topics for parents, guardians and community members, and the event is free to attend.

Key Details

• Date and time: Saturday, October 24, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

• Location: Elsie MacGill Secondary School, 1410 Bronte Street South, Milton.

• Session topics: student mental health and well-being, special education, generative AI and social media, literacy, mathematics, school pathways, Indigenous rights and education, and equity and inclusive education.

• Cost: free, with morning refreshments and lunch provided.

• Free child minding is offered for children aged 3 to 12.

• Transportation may be available for attendees travelling from within Halton.

• Registration is open until Friday, October 16 through the HDSB conference page at hdsb.ca.

Community Impact

The conference gives Milton families a single place to learn about topics that affect their children day to day, from mental health to how students use AI and social media.

Because registration closes October 16, families interested in attending are encouraged to sign up right away.

Background

Parent Involvement Committees are volunteer bodies that help connect families with their school board. The HDSB serves public schools across Halton, including Milton.

Source: FM101 Milton Now / Halton District School Board — https://www.miltonnow.ca/2026/10/14/139550/

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