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HPEDSB student wins gold at Skills Canada
06/03/2026
Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is thrilled toEdynn Goodland celebrate our first-ever Skills Canada gold medalist! Edynn Goodland, a Grade 12 student at Central Hastings School, secured the top spot in the Workplace Safety category...
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Summer School 2026 Info Session
Summer School 2026 Information Session
06/03/2026
Families and students in Grade 8-12 are invited to a Google Meet to learn about Summer School opportunities...
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Online AI information session, June 11, 2026
06/02/2026
Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB) is partnering with Surrey Schools in B.C. about an information session: Junk, Toxic & Healthy AI: Helping Families Understand the Difference.
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Canada-Wide Science Fair 2026
HPEDSB students excel at national science fair
06/02/2026
Students from the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB) recently represented the Quinte region, competing against top young researchers from across Canada at the Canada-Wide Science Fair (CWSF) May 23-30, 2026. The week-long event, hosted at the University of Alberta, included formal project judging, specialized science workshops and tours of Edmonton’s cultural and historical landmarks...
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Board Meeting Highlights, May 25, 2026
05/25/2026
These are highlights of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board public meeting held May 25, 2026.
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YMCA of Central East Ontario and Hastings Prince Edward District School Board launch Back on Track by the YMCA
05/25/2026
Beginning this September, the YMCA of Central East Ontario, in partnership with Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB), is launching Back on Track by the YMCA
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HPEDSB celebrates Words Matter Day, "Say it Forward"
05/21/2026
What happens when 15,000+ students and 2,000+ staff celebrate a common event? They create a powerful wave of positive change.
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Spotlight on Bright Futures
Spotlight on Bright Futures: May 2026
05/21/2026
We are pleased to share the May 2026 issue of Spotlight on Bright Futures. This communication shares the stories of HPEDSB staff who are inspiring and innovating for a bright future.
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PA Day May 29
PA Day learning for May 29, 2026
05/15/2026
The Ministry of Education requires school boards to share professional learning that will be happening on Professional Activity (PA) Days two weeks in advance of the PA Day...
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A message to families from Katherine MacIver, Chief Executive Officer and Director of Education
Letter to families from CEO Katherine MacIver, May 2026
05/13/2026
As we move into the final stretch of the school year and the weather begins to warm up, I am writing to reflect on the incredible journey our students have had so far and to ask for your continued partnership as we head toward the finish line...
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Changemakers Challenge 2026
Celebrating innovation: the 2026 Changemakers Challenge
05/12/2026
HPEDSB is thrilled to announce the results of the Changemakers Challenge 2026. We are impressed by the innovative thinking and design skills demonstrated by our students across all grade levels and categories...
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Skills Ontario 2026 medalists
HPEDSB students achieve record-breaking success at Skills Ontario 2026
05/11/2026
Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is celebrating an extraordinary performance by its student competitors at the Skills Ontario 2026 competition...
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2026 Inspiring Excellence Award recipients
05/08/2026
May 4-8, 2026 is Education Week and HPEDSB is celebrating by honouring staff.
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AI at HPE info session
Artificial Intelligence at HPE family information session
05/07/2026
Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board invites families to join us for a virtual information night focused on Artificial Intelligence in our schools...
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Keynote speaker Watson Whitford
Ignite Your Fire: Indigenous Student Symposium 2026
05/01/2026
On April 21-22, 2026, HPEDSB partnered with Loyalist College to host the "Ignite Your Fire - Become a Changemaker" Indigenous Student Symposium...
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Math Matters
Math Matters Newsletter April 2026
04/29/2026
This spring, students are learning about problem solving in math...
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Comment on the proposal for the Putting Student Achievement First Act, 2026
04/28/2026
On April 13, 2026, the Government of Ontario tabled the Putting Student Achievement First Act, 2026.
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We want your feedback: Draft Policy
Draft Policy 7: Policy Development Review
04/28/2026
A new draft board policy, Policy 7: Policy Development Review ​is available for public review and feedback...
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We want your feedback: Draft Policy
Draft Policy 21: Integrity and Accountability
04/28/2026
A new draft board policy, Policy 21: Integrity and Accountability ​is available for public review and feedback.
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Board Meeting Highlights, April 27, 2026
04/27/2026
These are highlights of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board public meeting held April 27, 2026.
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Tim Wood and Catherine Taylor
Spotlight on Bright Futures: April 2026
04/24/2026
We are pleased to share the April issue of Spotlight on Bright Futures. This communication shares the stories of HPEDSB staff who are inspiring and innovating for a bright future.
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Expressions of interest wanted
Seeking expressions of interest for before and after school programs
04/24/2026
HPEDSB is currently seeking expressions of interest from qualified third-party providers to operate Before and After School Programs...
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Celebrating a decade of music: The 10th Annual BandFest
04/24/2026
On Wednesday, April 22, 2026, students from across Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board gathered at The Core Centre in downtown Belleville for the 10th annual BandFest...
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Spring Student Voice Symposium 2026
Secondary students connect at Spring Student Voice Symposium
04/17/2026
Student leaders from across the district gathered on April 15, 2026, for the Spring Student Voice Symposium. The event provided secondary students with an opportunity to network, reflect on the current school year and discuss goals for the year ahead...
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Summer School
Summer School 2026
04/16/2026
Summer School is online and runs from July 2-29, 2026. The deadline to register is Monday, June 22, 2026...
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AI learning April 14, 2026
Eastern Ontario boards gather for AI learning
04/15/2026
On April 14, 2026, Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board hosted a regional networking session focused on the evolving role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the classroom...
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Medalists at Skills Ontario Qualifier
HPEDSB students demonstrate excellence at Skills Ontario Qualifier
04/14/2026
Students from the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board earned top honors at the Skills Ontario Qualifier held at St. Lawrence College on April 11, 2026...
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PA Day April 17, 2026
PA Day learning for April 17, 2026
04/02/2026
The Ministry of Education requires school boards to share professional learning that will be happening on Professional Activity (PA) Days two weeks in advance of the PA Day...
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Statement regarding the student transportation procurement process
03/31/2026
Statement from Director of Education Katherine MacIver and Superintendent of Business Bryce Wilson regarding the student transportation procurement process .
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Board Meeting Highlights, March 30, 2026
03/30/2026
These are highlights of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board public meeting held March 30, 2026.
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Windows and Mirrors
Windows and Mirrors: Art in the Schools 2026
03/30/2026
​Art in the Schools 2026 is coming soon to the Parrott Gallery at the Belleville Public Library...
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Kindergarten teams from EES and TRPS
Spotlight on Bright Futures: March 2026
03/26/2026
We are pleased to share the March issue of Spotlight on Bright Futures. This communication shares the stories of HPEDSB staff who are inspiring and innovating for a bright future.
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Approved school year calendar 2026-2027
Approved 2026-2027 school year calendar
03/13/2026
The 2026-2027 school year calendar has been approved by the Board of Trustees and the Ministry of Education...
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QHBA Student Engagement Event
Careers in Construction Student Engagement & Exhibitor Appreciation Event
03/13/2026
The Quinte Home Builders’ Association (QHBA), in partnership with HPEDSB, ALCDSB, and OYAP, is hosting a Careers in Construction Student Engagement & Exhibitor Appreciation Event...
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Boccia Try It event
Bringing the Paralympic spirit to HPEDSB: Boccia levels the playing field for all students
03/12/2026
Across Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board, a new sport is sweeping through our gymnasiums, bringing a spirit of fierce competition and total inclusion...
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HPEDSB welcomes Divisional Court decision
03/11/2026
The HPEDSB Board of Trustees is satisfied with the ruling from the Ontario Divisional Court, which upheld the Board’s decisions related to two Code of Conduct violations by Trustee Rachael Prinzen.
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Measurable progress on strategic plan
03/10/2026
Now that the mid-point of the school year has arrived, the Board is proud to share the noteworthy progress being made on the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan.
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HPEDSB students excel at Loyalist College Skills Competition 2026
03/02/2026
We are pleased to announce the results of HPEDSB student participation in the Loyalist College Skills Competition on Monday, February 23, 2026. Our students achieved success across various categories...
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ESS Impro Teams
Eastside Secondary School Improv Team is headed to Nationals
02/27/2026
The Eastside Secondary School Senior Improv team has won their third consecutive regional championship...
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Centennial Secondary School students explore careers in new Hair and Aesthetics program
02/26/2026
This semester, Centennial has officially launched its new Hair and Aesthetics program, providing Grade 10 and 11 students with hands-on experience in the personal care industry...
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Draft 2026-2027 School Year Calendar
Draft 2026-2027 School Year Calendar
02/26/2026
The 2026-2027 school year calendar has been approved by the Board of Trustees. The calendar dates are pending final approval by the Ministry of Education...
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Travel for credit 2026 information session
Travel for Credit 2026 information session
02/26/2026
We’re excited to share that we’re offering a Grade 12 (ENG4U) Travel for Credit again this year from July 8-16, 2026...
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Board Meeting Highlights, February 23, 2026
02/23/2026
These are highlights of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board public meeting held February 23, 2026.
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We want your feedback: Draft Policy
Draft Policy 16: Selection of Director
02/23/2026
A new draft board policy, Policy 16: Selection of Director is available for public review and feedback.
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Spotlight on Bright Futures: February 2026
02/19/2026
We are pleased to share the February issue of Spotlight on Bright Futures. This communication shares the stories of HPEDSB staff who are inspiring and innovating for a bright future.
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A message to families from Katherine MacIver, Director of Education
Letter to families from Director Katherine MacIver
02/11/2026
Dear HPEDSB Families, It is with a heavy heart that we address the tragic events that occurred yesterday at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia...
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Together to Learn: Trafficking
Together to Learn Parent Series: Understanding human trafficking
02/06/2026
Join us for an important and informative online session led by a senior Detective with the Quinte West OPP (Ontario Provincial Police). This session will provide a clear, factual look at human trafficking. What it is, what it isn’t and how it affects our local community.
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Students at Foxboro Public School hold up their certificates from Quinte Conservation
Foxboro Public School Students Adopt 13 Acres for Pollinator Garden
02/05/2026
Thanks to the fundraising efforts of three primary classes at Foxboro Public School, the school has symbolically adopted 13 acres through Quinte Conservation...
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Math Matters
Math Matters Newsletter February 2026
02/02/2026
This February, many of our schools are focusing on multiplicative reasoning in Math...
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A message to families from Katherine MacIver, Director of Education
Letter from Director of Education, weather interruptions
01/28/2026
Dear HPEDSB Families, ​ As we navigate the winter season, I want to acknowledge the impact that recent weather-related transportation disruptions and school closures have had on your daily routines...
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We want your feedback: Draft Policy
01/27/2026
A new draft board policy, Policy 13: Student Discipline Process is available for public review and feedback.
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Board Meeting Highlights, January 26, 2026
01/26/2026
These are highlights of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board public meeting held January 26, 2026.
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Calendar Consultation 2026-2027
Calendar consultation for the 2026-2027 school year
01/26/2026
Each year, Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board gathers input from internal and external community members about dates for the school year calendar...
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Spotlight on Bright Futures: January 2026
01/26/2026
We are pleased to share the January issue of Spotlight on Bright Futures. This communication shares the stories of HPEDSB staff who are inspiring and innovating for a bright future.
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Destinations online information session 2026
01/26/2026
On Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:00PM, Easthill Elementary School and Susanna Moodie Elementary School will be holding online information sessions for the Destinations program...
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School closures January 26, 2026 Belleville, QW, PEC
School Closures January 26, 2026 Belleville, Quinte West, Prince Edward County
01/26/2026
All schools in Belleville, Prince Edward County and Quinte West will be closed to students and staff today, January 26, 2026, due to the high snow accumulation and poor driving conditions. Students and staff should not go to school.
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NHHS Closed Today, January 26, 2026
North Hastings High School Closed Monday, January 26, 2026
01/26/2026
North Hastings High School will be closed to students and staff due to a heating issue. Students should not go to school today, Monday, January 26, 2026.
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Math Matters
Math Matters newsletter January 2026
01/19/2026
This January, many of our schools are focusing on decomposition in operations in Math...
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PA Day January 30, 2026
PA Day learning for January 30, 2026
01/16/2026
The Ministry of Education requires school boards to share professional learning that will be happening on Professional Activity (PA) Days two weeks in advance of the PA Day...
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We want your feedback
Community input invited for the 2026-2027 budget
01/14/2026
As senior staff at HPEDSB begin to develop the budget for the 2026-2027 school year, we want to hear from you...
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French Immersion and Extended French information nights happening soon
French Immersion and Extended French information nights 2026
01/09/2026
In-person French Immersion and Extended French information nights are happening soon.
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