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2011 Resolutions
in 2011 the PEIHSF passed a number of resolutions. They received the following responses: Eastern School District ESD Occupational Health & Safety Policy Western School Board WSB Occupational Health & Safety Policy Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development
Read MoreTool Kits Help Support Parent Engagement
A new tool kit is now available to support parents who want to become more involved in their children’s learning and school community, says Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development Alan McIsaac. “The Prince Edward Island Home and School Federation created a tool kit filled with excellent information for parents,” said Minister McIsaac. “Parents…
Read MoreThe Canadian Home and School Federation (CHSF) held its Semi-Annual Board Meeting 10th – 13th of November in Ottawa.
The Directors attended the National Remembrance Day Ceremony and laid a wreath on behalf of the Parents of Canada. Discussions at the Board Meeting centered on giving Canadian parents a stronger voice for matters pertaining to our children and youth. Items that were discussed include: · the establishment of a Secretary of State for Children…
Read MoreAtlantic Caucus of Home and School/ School Councils Meet in Fredericton, NB.
The 9th Annual Atlantic Caucus of Home and School/School Council Federations meeting took place in Fredericton, NB on the weekend of October 29th, 2011. Representatives from the Home and School Federations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and the Federation of School Councils in Newfoundland Labrador participated in the meeting. Various topics of…
Read MoreLetter to Minister McIsaac Regarding Looking For Efficiencies in the Education System
The Atlantic Caucus of Home and School/School Councils met in October 2011. Delegates decided to call upon government and school officials to look at department and board spending in each Atlantic province. We are challenging and encouraging our departments of education officials to search for efficiencies in the system and redirect these funds into the…
Read More2010 Resolutions
In 2010 the PEIHSF passed the following resolutions. And received the following responses: Minister of Education & Early Childhood Development Eastern School District Western School Board In addition, in April 2010, the Federation provided a discussion paper for Local Associations to discuss pros and cons of one English language school board.
Read MoreCall for Extra Mile Award Nominations to Recognize Teachers/Staff Personnel
The Prince Edward Island Home and School Federation is now accepting nominations for the Extra Mile Award. This award recognizes teachers and/or staff personnel who exemplify going the extra mile, over and above the call of duty, in Prince Edward Island’s public education system. “We have many great educators and staff personnel in our school…
Read MoreWhat Is Working In Other Provinces and Countries Regarding PISA Performance
The Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) results which were released on December 7th, 2010 is a wake-up call for Prince Edward Island. Despite the good showing of Canada overall, PEI placed at the bottom of the list amongst all of the provinces. Everyone has a shared responsibility in the education and performance of our…
Read MoreHome and School Lost Confidence in Board of Trustees of the ESD
At the November 25, 2010 meeting of the Prince Edward Island Home and School Federation, board members discussed, at length, the Eastern School District Board of Trustees’ recent November public meeting and their current decision to cancel meetings over the next month. It was determined that a statement be forwarded to the Minister of Education…
Read MoreLetter to Minister Currie regarding Eastern School Board of Trustees
At the November 25, 2010 meeting of the Prince Edward Island Home and School Federation, board members discussed, at length, the Eastern School Board of Trustees’ recent November 17, 2010 public meeting and their current decision to cancel meetings over the next month. See the Federation's letter.
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