What's New

2023-2024 Budget proposed for approval, despite funding challenges

06/05/2023

A budget for the 2023-2024 school year has been proposed for approval. The budget was presented to the Physical Property, Finance and Building Committee this afternoon. It is balanced, with a small surplus of $22,597.

Budget Insights May Bulletin #3

05/30/2023

Invitation to review draft board policy

05/29/2023

A new draft board policy, Board Member Honoraria, Expenses and Hospitality Reimbursement is available for public review and feedback.

Board Meeting Summary, May 23, 2023

05/23/2023

This is a summary of the May 23, 2023 public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board. Official minutes will be approved at the next regular meeting.

Big Truck & Car Show hosted by York River PS

05/19/2023

York River Public School is hosting an Exploring the Trades: Big Truck and Car Show. It will be an exciting and action packed day, with an impressive assortment of vehicles on display and fun family events taking place.

Community Drop-Ins: 2023 Long-term Capital and Accommodation Plan review

05/18/2023

The public is invited to Community Drop-ins hosted by Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB).

Congratulations to Ian Ketcheson, Gold at Skills Ontario

05/18/2023

Congratulations to Ian Ketcheson, Bayside Secondary School, for his second Gold Medal at the Skills Ontario Competition in Welding.

HPEDSB Pride Parade Grand Marshal

05/18/2023

June is Pride Month, and HPEDSB is excited join in the Bay of Quinte Pride Parade, where this year we have the distinction of leading the parade as Grand Marshal!

Congratulations to Tammy Kenzie, national award for PhysEd

05/10/2023

Congratulations to Eastside Secondary School teacher Tammy Kenzie who has been recognized with a National Award for Teaching Excellence in Physical and Health Education.

PECI students call for action on TRC recommendations

05/10/2023

Students from Prince Edward Collegiate Institute are using their voices to petition the federal, provincial and municipal governments.

Harry J Clarke PS keeps the celebration going!

05/09/2023

On Friday, May 5, the administration, staff and students of Harry J. Clarke Public School (HJC) hosted a community collaboration and Celebration of Dance.

Budget Insights May Bulletin #2

05/03/2023

The Budget Insights information bulletin for May shares information about the upcoming budget for the 2023-2024 school year.

05/03/2023

On Saturday, May 6 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Madoc Fairgrounds, Central Hastings School and Madoc Township Public School are hosting a Spring Carnival for the Madoc community

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Mock disaster training involving local authorities at Maynooth Public School on May 6, 2023.

05/02/2023

On Saturday, May 6, 2023, at approximately 9:00 AM, Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB), will conduct mock disaster training at Maynooth Public School.

HPEDSB secondary students attend Student Voice conference at the Education Centre

05/01/2023

On Friday, April 28, secondary students from across HPEDSB gathered at the Education Centre in Belleville for the Student Voice Conference.

Family Symposium: Unlock your potential

04/26/2023

The HPEDSB Parent Involvement Committee is hosting the Family Symposium on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at the Belleville YMCA.

Budget challenges for the 2023-2024 school year

04/26/2023

Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is facing an anticipated budget shortfall for the 2023-2024 school year that is expected to exceed $4 million.

Centennial Secondary School hosts Bandfest 2023

04/25/2023

On April 24, Centennial Secondary School (CSS) hosted Bandfest 2023, featuring performances from HPEDSB Grade 7/8 bands

Board Meeting Summary, April 24, 2023

04/24/2023

This is a summary of the April 24, 2023 public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board. Official minutes will be approved at the next regular meeting.

Five HPEDSB schools piloting new student-absence reporting system

04/21/2023

Student safety is the priority at HPEDSB schools. Being aware of planned student absences enhances communication between home and school, and is a time-saver. Over the coming weeks, five HPEDSB schools will begin piloting a new student absence reporting system called SafeArrival.

Budget Insights April Bulletin #1

04/21/2023

The April budget bulletin reviews student enrolment projections for September 2023

Martin Boyce, Stonewall Riot Activist at Centennial Secondary School

04/20/2023

On Wednesday, April 19, Martin Boyce, Stonewall Riot Activist, presented at Centennial Secondary School.

Skills Canada hosts Indigenous Trades orientation session for Grade 7/8 students

04/20/2023

On April 19, 2023, representatives from Skilled Trades Canada hosted an orientation event for HPEDSB Grade 7 and 8 students to share information about skilled trades opportunities.

Congratulations to Inspiring Excellence Award recipients

04/20/2023

As part of celebrations during Education Week, May 1 to 5, 2023, Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is preparing to honour educators and support staff who have been recognized by their peers for inspiring excellence.

Which students achieved awards at the QRSTF?

04/18/2023

Congratulations to several HPEDSB students who won prizes at the recent Quinte Regional Science and Technology Fair. Two HPEDSB students are proceeding to the Canada Wide Science Fair to be held in Edmonton, Alberta from May 14-19, 2023.

Student transportation/busing update following the routes review

04/17/2023

A student transportation review was recently conducted to determine route efficiencies and potential cost savings in five regions: Bayside, Belleville, Central Hastings, North Hastings and Trenton.

Student Art Show at Parrott Art Gallery opens April 20, 2023

04/13/2023

The 35th annual secondary student Art Show opens at the John M. Parrott Art Gallery on Thursday, April 20 at 6:00PM.

Centennial Secondary School musical "Sixteen in 10 Minutes or Less"

04/13/2023

Centennial Secondary School Theatre Productions presents the musical, "Sixteen in 10 Minutes or Less"

Contingency plan for Easthill Elementary

04/05/2023

As previously communicated, the construction of Easthill Elementary School has fallen behind schedule.

PECI production of High School Musical April 27 to 29, 2023

04/05/2023

We're all in this together! Join students and staff at Prince Edward Collegiate Institute (PECI) for their production of High School Musical.

Baker Bunnies Bake Sale a bouncing success

03/31/2023

On Wednesday, March 26, the Madoc Township PS Grade 4/5 class held the Baker Bunnies Bake Sale to raise money in support of Heart of Hastings Hospice.

Letter from Katherine MacIver, Director of Education

03/28/2023

As March draws to a close, we find ourselves anticipating warmer weather and opportunities for fun outdoor school and family activities.

Board Meeting Summary, March 27, 2023

03/27/2023

This is a summary of the March 27, 2023 public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board. Official minutes will be approved at the next regular meeting.

Student Transportation Town Hall Meetings

03/13/2023

Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is hosting a series of town hall meetings to discuss proposed changes to student transportation (busing) resulting from a transportation review.

Sean Pudlis talks skilled trades with Quinte News

03/10/2023

Sean Pudlis, Experiential Learning Coordinator at HPEDSB spoke with Quinte News about skilled trades opportunities that already exist in schools through programs like the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program

Survey to assess interest in Virtual School for the 2023-2024 school year

03/08/2023

Based on the information available at this time, Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB) is exploring the possibility of partnering with neighbouring public school boards to offer a K-10 virtual school, an elementary virtual school and a secondary virtual school option during the 2023-2024 school year.

Director of Education, Katherine MacIver's 95.5 FM interview

03/08/2023

Director of Education, Katherine MacIver, spoke with Mix 95.5 Hits FM about supporting young women and all students at HPEDSB with achieving success and pursuing their goals.

Contingency planning for Easthill Elementary School

03/03/2023

An update about construction of the new Easthill Elementary School was the focus of a town hall meeting last night. Easthill Elementary School (EES) is under construction on the site of Queen Elizabeth School on Macdonald Avenue in east Belleville.

Madoc Township Grade 4/5s combat litter

03/02/2023

Angela Burr's Grade 4/5 class from Madoc Township Public School presented a proposal to the Madoc Township city council for support in helping to clean up litter.

Invitation to review draft board policy

03/01/2023

A new draft board policy, 7.1 Board Member Code of Conduct, is available for public review and feedback.

HPEDSB releases Long-term Capital and Accommodation Plan with options for consideration

02/28/2023

School boards are required to have long-term capital plans to address pupil accommodation and programming needs. These plans provide a system-wide assessment and synopsis of student accommodation, including opportunities, challenges and limitations.

Exciting new Skilled Trades planning tool for HPEDSB students

02/28/2023

With over one hundred skilled trades career options available, it can be challenging for students to learn about their post-secondary options

Board Meeting Update, February 27, 2023

02/27/2023

This is a summary of the February 27, 2023 public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board. It was livestreamed (the recorded version will be available within 24 hours) and is an unofficial summary of the meeting; official minutes will be approved at the next regular meeting.

Transition to Kindergarten workshop for students with special education needs

02/22/2023

On Thursday, March 2 from 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM a live virtual information night is being held to provide families of children with special needs information and resources to support a successful transition to kindergarten in September.

Destinations class information night Feb 23, 2023

02/21/2023

The Destinations class is for Grade 7 and 8 students who are innately curious and passionate about learning.

Socks for Society fundraiser

02/14/2023

Annie Wu and her friends Haleigh MacPherson and Kidan Singer co-founded the Socks For Society fundraiser to raise money to buy warm, high quality socks and winter essentials for local people who are in need

We need your input for the 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

02/10/2023

Each year Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB) gathers input from employees, parents/guardians, students, community members and community partners about the dates for the school year calendar.

Guest author Monique Gray Smith at "Thoughtful Thursday"

02/10/2023

On February 9, more than 80 students and family members gathered for a special PJ’s and Blanket "Thoughtful Thursday" night at Sir John A. Macdonald School.

Welcome Ernie Parsons, trustee for Sidney and Frankford

01/23/2023

A new trustee for Sidney and Frankford was sworn in at the Board meeting this evening. Congratulations and welcome to Ernie Parsons.

Board Meeting Update, January 23, 2023

01/23/2023

This is a summary of the January 23, 2023 public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board.

Adventure Class Information Night February 9

01/20/2023

An Adventure Class information night for the 2023-2024 school year will be held in person on Thursday, February 9 at 5:00PM.

Community input invited for the 2023-2024 budget

01/13/2023

As we engage in the budget planning process for the 2023-2024 school year, we want to hear from you.

Invitation to review draft board policies

01/10/2023

Two new draft board policies, Exclusions of a Student From Class or School and Integrity and Accountability, are available for public review and feedback.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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...

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