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Message from Minister of Education

Posted on Friday, June 28, 2024 12:08 PM

Please find below a video message link from Minister of Education, Todd Smith, thanking all students, staff and families for their tremendous support and dedication over the past year.

ENGLISH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x8W-P0yL5x0

FRENCH : https://youtu.be/YdCaovBwqqs?si=FSjRrKmZ2GLcYSVD

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Update for Families: February 9, 2024

Posted on Friday, June 14, 2024 10:05 AM

Dear KPR families,

Our schools are full of positive opportunities for reflection this month.

We are currently celebrating Black History Month - a time for intentional recognition of the achievements, contributions and lived experiences of Black communities. In our learning at KPR, we recognize the value of celebrating and highlighting Black History and Black Excellence every day.

As we honour and celebrate the history, achievements, and excellence of Black communities around the world, we are...

Ryan Ramage – 2024 Sherry Summersides Award Recipient

Posted on Thursday, June 13, 2024 03:56 PM

It was our great pleasure to honour Ryan Ramage, Head Custodian at Buckhorn Public School (PS), at this week’s Employee Recognition Dinner as the recipient of the 2024 Sherry Summersides Award. 

This award recognizes a deserving, non-teaching employee of KPR, and the criteria includes a demonstrated dedication to education through their work and/or their voluntary involvement in our school communities. 

Ryan is an important member of the BuckhornPS community in countless ways.He was nominated by colleague...

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Updates for Families: May 31, 2024

Posted on Friday, May 31, 2024 03:33 PM

Dear KPR Families,

On this last Friday in May, let’s all take a deep breath in preparation for the excitement of the last four weeks of the school year! I want to thank everyone for your support of the many educational activities already in progress this month, and those that lie ahead in June.

June is Pride Month! Students, staff and school communities come together this month to celebrate, uplift and empower the voices of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities! As a symbol of our commitment to creating...

Ministry of Education Letter for Families

Posted on Friday, May 31, 2024 09:05 AM

On May 30, the Ministry of Education announced changes to Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) requirements and other educational supports, including:
 

  • Introduction of a new financial literacy graduation requirement.
  • Consultation on life skills programming.
  • New math standards for new teachers beginning in 2025.
  • Revitalization of guidance and career education and career coaches for Grade 9 and 10 students to explore high demand jobs.

Please see the attached letters for families in English and French for...