2022

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Happy holidays from Katherine MacIver, Director of Education
12/21/2022
On behalf of the trustees and staff of HPEDSB, best wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season!
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Bayside Secondary School places first in Canada-wide Forged by Youth Award
12/20/2022
Bayside Secondary School (BSS) earned first place and has been awarded $15,000 in the 2022-2023 CWB Welding Foundation Forged by Youth Class Welding Project Award.
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Board Meeting Update, December 19, 2022
12/19/2022
This is a summary of the December 19, 2022 special public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board.
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Tentative agreement between HPEDSB and CUPE 1022
12/15/2022
A tentative collective agreement has been reached between the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board, and CUPE Local 1022.
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Board Meeting Update, December 12, 2022
12/12/2022
This update is a summary of the December 12, 2022 public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board.
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Cookies for Culture at Bayside SS
12/02/2022
On Thursday, December 1, Bayside Secondary School hosted a Cookies for Culture event, a joint effort between the Bayside Kindness Committee and International Students.
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Invitation to apply for Sidney/Frankford Trustee vacancy
11/24/2022
Due to a vacancy, Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB) is seeking one qualified public school Board member to represent the electoral district of Sidney/Frankford for the term that ends November 2026.
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Board Meeting Update, November 21, 2022
11/21/2022
This update provides a summary of the organizational public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held November 21, 2022.
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No CUPE strike, schools will be open as usual
11/20/2022
It has been confirmed that a tentative agreement has been reached between CUPE education workers and the Government of Ontario, and that a strike will not proceed.
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Preparations for remote learning starting Monday, November 21, 2022
11/18/2022
A strike by education workers of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) may occur next week...
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Trustee vacancy
11/17/2022
Following the Inaugural Meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board on November 15, 2022, a resignation was received from Kristen Parks
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Board Meeting Update, November 15, 2022
11/15/2022
This update provides a summary of the inaugural public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held November 15, 2022.
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Fall update on learning from Director of Education, Katherine MacIver
11/15/2022
After a busy return to learning this fall, we have reached mid-November and the first term of learning in schools is nearly complete.
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HPEDSB hosts the 10th annual Indigenous Education Leads' Gathering in Toronto, November 16 to 19, 2022
11/15/2022
This week, Indigenous education workers from across Ontario are participating in the 10th annual Indigenous Education Leads’ Gathering in Toronto.
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Board Meeting Update, November 14, 2022
11/14/2022
This update provides a summary of the special public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held October 25, 2022, livestreamed (the recorded version will be available within 24 hours).
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EQAO achievement results for 2021-2022
11/08/2022
The Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) released achievement results for reading, writing and math assessments written during the 2021-2022 school year.
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Return to in-person learning, Tues., Nov. 8, 2022
11/07/2022
We have received confirmation that CUPE education workers will return to work tomorrow, Tuesday, November 8, following the Ontario government's offer to repeal legislation if CUPE agrees to return to negotiations.
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Update about learning during week of November 7, 2022
11/04/2022
We are continuing to monitor the CUPE job action that is affecting most school boards in Ontario.
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Schools closed for in-person learning on Friday, November 4, 2022
11/03/2022
Earlier this week we provided notice about the possibility of switching to asynchronous remote learning in the event of job action by education support workers of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE).
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Planning for Asynchronous Remote Learning, if required
11/01/2022
Yesterday afternoon, the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) announced that it will begin a legal strike of education support staff across Ontario on Friday, November 4, 2022. Since that announcement, the provincial government has introduced legislation to ensure students remain in the classroom.
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Board Meeting Update, October 25, 2022
10/26/2022
This update provides a summary of the special public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held October 25, 2022.
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Town Hall Meeting
10/24/2022
Join us for a Town Hall to Re-Imagine Learning
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Board Meeting Update, October 17, 2022
10/18/2022
This update provides a summary of the public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held September 26, 2022.
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Supporting Reconciliation Through Education
09/27/2022
September 30, 2022 is the second National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
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Invitation to Join the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC)
09/27/2022
Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB) is seeking nominations for the Special Education Advisory Committee
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Board Meeting Update, September 26, 2022
09/26/2022
This update provides a summer of the public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held September 26, 2022
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Funding received by HPEDSB to improve air filtration in schools
09/21/2022
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HPEDBS activities related to the passing of Queen Elizabeth II
09/16/2022
The memorial for Queen Elizabeth II will be held next week.
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Board Meeting Update: September 12, 2022
09/12/2022
This update provides a summary of the special public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held September 12, 2022.
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Letter from the Director of Education
09/07/2022
Welcome back to a new school year!
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Ventilation at schools
08/24/2022
School boards are using multiple strategies to support healthy and safe learning environments.
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HPEDSB welcomes Kristen Niemi, Superintendent of Education
08/02/2022
New Superintendent joins HPEDSB
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Interested in tutoring for your child(ren)?
05/10/2022
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Red Dress Day, May 5
05/05/2022
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2022 Municipal elections
05/02/2022
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HPEDSB receives national award for excellence in school board communications
04/28/2022
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Students fundraise $1.2 million for cancer research
04/28/2022
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Letter from Director Katherine MacIver about in-person and virtual school for September 2022
04/26/2022
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Board Meeting Update: April 25, 2022
04/25/2022
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Register for skilled trades Discovery Day, May 12, 2022
04/22/2022
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Letter from Director Katherine MacIver about potential temporary adjustments to classes or schools
04/13/2022
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Inviting applications to become a student trustee
04/12/2022
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Parent Involvement Committee hosting Family Symposium: Rebounding With Resilience
04/08/2022
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HPEDSB students succeed at the Quinte Regional Science and Technology Fair
04/06/2022
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Board Meeting Update: August 2, 2022
03/28/2022
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Board Meeting Update: June 27, 2022
03/28/2022
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Board Meeting Update: June 20, 2022
03/28/2022
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Board Meeting Update: May 24, 2022
03/28/2022
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Board Meeting Update: March 28, 2022
03/28/2022
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Reminder: Deadline to register for virtual school is today
03/25/2022
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Expressing our sincere condolences
03/20/2022
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Updates COVID-19 guidance at schools, message to families
03/19/2022
Updates COVID-19 guidance at schools, message to families
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Letter from Director Katherine MacIver about changes to COVID-19 requirements in schools
03/11/2022
Yesterday, the Chief Medical Officer of Health and the Province of Ontario lifted many of the pandemic restrictions that have been in place. As a public education system, HPEDSB is required to follow the directives of provincial and local health officials, in addition to those of the Minister of Education.
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Letter from Director of Education, Katherine MacIver: Planning for the 2022-2023 school year
03/09/2022
Planning has begun for the 2022-2023 school year, where the virtual school will continue to be offered, in addition to in-person learning. The number of students that will be in our schools will determine our staffing for the fall.
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Kindergarten registration for September 2022
03/07/2022
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COVID-19 Immunization disclosure for school board employees
03/07/2022
Achieving high immunization rates in Ontario’s schools through vaccination is part of a range of measures and actions that can help prevent and limit the spread of COVID-19 in schools. It also supports the Ministry of Education goal of keeping schools open and safe for in-person learning.
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Message to our communities about the attack on Ukraine
03/02/2022
The unprovoked attack on Ukraine by Russia is affecting people around the world and in our schools and communities. We are especially sensitive to our military families and their needs.
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Board Meeting Update: February 28, 2022
02/28/2022
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Opsba Public Property Assessment Network Scholarship 2022
02/25/2022
Grade 12 students graduating in June 2022 and going into the trades are eligible to apply for the OPSBA Public Property Assessment Network Scholarship.
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Participate in our ThoughtExchange, input on a new recognition program
02/25/2022
At Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board, we’re looking to celebrate the great things happening in our schools and communities. We want to hear from you about how we can celebrate people who contribute to student achievement and well-being, and make us all proud to be part of HPEDSB.
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CSS Vice-principal Tara Reid featured in the Principal Profile
02/18/2022
Centennial Secondary School Vice-principal Tara Reid is being featured in the Ontario Principals’ Council Principal Profile campaign.
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Introducing SchoolMessenger SMS text messaging
02/14/2022
We are excited to announce a new feature in our SchoolMessenger communications, SMS text notifications
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Letter to families from Dr. Ethan Toumishey regarding COVID-19 vaccinations for 5-11 year olds
02/09/2022
Please read a letter from Dr. Ethan Toumishey, Medical Officer of Health at Hastings Prince Edward Public Health about voluntary COVID-19 vaccinations for 5 to 11 year old students. Included is also a consent form for interested families to complete if they wish for their child to access COVID-19 vaccination at school.
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Letter and FAQs from HPE Medical Officer of Health, Jan. 31, 2022
01/31/2022
Please read a letter from Dr. Ethan Toumishey, Acting Medical Officer of Health at HPE Public Health about new COVID-19 reporting at schools and FAQs with more information.
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Darren McFarlane named as new Superintendent of Education
01/25/2022
Congratulations to Darren McFarlane, appointed as a new Superintendent of Education at Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board, effective February 1, 2022. He is replacing Laina Andrews who is retiring.
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Board Meeting Update: January 24, 2022
01/24/2022
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Parent Info Session: Destinations Programme, Wednesday, January 20
01/20/2022
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HPE Public Health offering walk-in COVID-19 vaccination clinics at area secondary schools
01/17/2022
HPE Public Health is offering walk-in COVID-19 vaccination clinics for students 5 years of age and older and their family members, as well as education staff.
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Statement of support from local medical officers of health regarding the return to school
01/14/2022
Please read the following joint statement of support from the medical officers of health at Hastings Prince Edward Public Health, and Kingston Frontenac Lennox & Addington Public Health.
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Input needed for the 2022-2023 School Year Calendar
01/13/2022
Each spring, school boards are required to establish a school year calendar for the upcoming school year, in accordance with Regulation 304: School Year Calendar and Regulation 364/15. These regulations set the beginning and end dates for the school year, stipulate school holidays, and prescribe the minimum number
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Letter from the Director of Education about in-person learning, Jan. 17, 2022
01/13/2022
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Letter to Premier Ford about class sizes, improved internet access
01/10/2022
Please read the letter the Board of Trustees sent to Premier Ford about class sizes and improved internet access.
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Please read the letter to families about the return to learning this week.
Update to the return to learning, January 6, 2022
01/04/2022
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This update is a summary of the special public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held January 3, 2022
Board Meeting Update: January 3, 2022
01/03/2022
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