Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board

June 6, 2023—June is Pride Month, and Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is celebrating.

EVENT: Join HPEDSB at the Bay of Quinte Pride Parade

All are invited to join HPEDSB at the Bay of Quinte Pride Parade, where HPEDSB will lead the parade as the Grand Marshal.

DATE: Saturday, June 10, 2023

TIME: 12:00 - 1:00 PM   Participants are asked to meet at the Education Centre (156 Ann Street, Belleville) at 11:15 AM. Please park offsite; the parking lot will be used to line up the parade.

LOCATION: Gather at 11:15 AM at the Education Centre, 156 Ann Street, Belleville. The parade begins at the Education Centre and ends at West Zwick’s Park. Pride in the Park will follow the parade at Zwick’s for those interested in staying.

What else is HPEDSB doing to celebrate Pride?

Pride flags are proudly displayed year-round at all HPEDSB schools and buildings. This one small step reinforces the HPEDSB commitment to school communities being safe and welcoming for all learners, staff and their families.

In addition, the Equity Action Plan (pdf) describes goals and actions that are focused on four equity priority areas:

• school and classroom practices;
• leadership and human resources practices;
• positive culture and well-being;
• and data collection and reporting.

Equity of opportunity and equity of access to all programs, services and resources are critical to the well-being of all who serve the school system and to the achievement of successful outcomes for each student.

HPEDSB is committed to providing an environment where all staff, students and their families feel seen, heard, welcomed, and that they belong.

Read all about Bay of Quinte Pride, its history, and events taking place, online at www.bayofquintepride.ca

For more information or if you have any questions about Pride at HPEDSB, please contact Innovation and Inclusion Services at [email protected]

Learn more about the History of Pride in Canada.