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Change starts at grassroots. 2021 resolutions due at federation office by Jan. 31.
Take time to review previous resolutions in the federation’s policy manual before addressing current gaps in P.E.I.’s education system. The P.E.I. Home and School Federation bases most of its yearly plans and strategic directions on the resolution process from its annual general meeting. Local home and school associations across the province bring forward resolutions that…
Read MoreGift a Meal to help a Student. Nominate deserving school staff. Address educational issues. Pay Membership Fees.
HOME & SCHOOL NEWS, December 2020 1. Extra Mile Award Nominate a deserving school staff individual for recognition by the PEI Home and School Federation. Submissions deadline: Jan. 22. Find more at: Extra Mile Award of the Year 2 Resolutions You can effect change in PEI's school system by using a formal resolution writing…
Read MoreAlways be aware of school buses on the road
School Bus Safety School bus drivers are doing their utmost to keep students safe. Remember to slow down when you see flashing amber lights and prepare to stop. When red lights are flashing motorists must make a full stop, no fewer than six metres (20 feet) from the bus. It is illegal and dangerous to…
Read MoreA Home and School first: Federation conducts virtual meeting.
More than 60 people from across P.E.I. met using Zoom on Sept.14th to conduct the 67th annual meeting of the P.E.I. Home and School Federation. Delegates reported that the meeting was well organized and they will participate online again during the pandemic. The business meeting included the passage of resolutions covering issues including principal/vice principal…
Read MoreImportant Message from Acting Director Norbert Carpenter. Island children and education staff have been back in school for one month….
This message is from Norbert Carpenter, Acting Director, Public Schools Branch Parents and Guardians, Island children and education staff have been back in school for one month. At this time, it is important to recognize the tremendous work our education system, parents, students and the Chief Public Health Office have put into ensuring this…
Read MoreSchool Calendar 2020-2021
School Calendar 2020-2021, PEI Department of Education and Lifelong Learning In the 2020-2021 school calendar, there are a total of 195 school days, including 183 instructional days. Download the school calendar as a printable PDF or an ICS calendar September 2020 School Calendar 21 School Days 17 Instructional Days September 1 – Teacher Orientation Day (no classes) September 2 – School…
Read MoreElection for new president on Sept. 14: P.E.I. Home and School Federation AGM to be held virtually
The PEI Home and School Federation will elect a new president this September. It is hard to believe my two years as president of the Federation has been here and gone so quickly. I want to start my last column by thanking the Chief Public Health Officers, scientists, and health-care professionals who have guided Canadians…
Read MoreAnnouncing: Home and School AGM going live on Zoom, September 14th
Prince Edward Island Home and School Federation 67th Annual General Meeting: Live over Zoom Healthy Bodies = Healthy Minds Monday, September 14th, 2020 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. ______________________________________________________________________ Attn: Presidents / Co-Chairs of Home and School Associations The Annual General Meeting of the PEI Home and School Federation was postponed in April due to the COVID-19…
Read MoreBack to School Plan, Fall 2020
Government News Release Published Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2020 | View More Students return to in-class learning Island schools will be ready to safely welcome students and staff this fall with additional resources and enhanced health and safety measures. Public schools across the province will return to full-time in-class learning on Tuesday, September 8. The plan…
Read MoreHealthy School Food Program for fall 2020
1. Healthy School Food Program for fall 2020 Island students will have increased access to healthy, affordable, and local food this upcoming school year. A new province-wide Healthy School Lunch Program will use a pay-what-you-can model, to a maximum of $5 per meal, in partnership with local producers to provide healthy food options that meet…
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