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Islanders encouraged to help shape school board model
Islanders encouraged to help shape school board model A new online survey will provide Islanders with another way to share their views on the best elected school board model for the Public Schools Branch. Islanders can submit their views until March 11, 2021 in two ways: Fill out the online survey ; or Submit written…
Read MoreHealthy food for P.EI. schools
The P.E.I. Home and School Federation is proud to continue advocating for healthy, affordable food being served in schools. School food now has a new menu and easier ordering system. P.E.I.’s school food team worked hard to launch the lunch program province-wide in September 2020. Throughout the fall, they received feedback about the meals from…
Read MoreElected school board model consultations…Extra Mile Awards….Resolutions….
Home and School News, January 2021 1. Elected school board model consultations “We want to give Islanders a stronger voice in their education system and how we support student learning while ensuring our school boards are more representative of our Island population under the leadership of elected trustees,” Minister Trivers. (Dec. 21/20) Submit your…
Read MoreNEW School Food Menu: Students asked to give school food another try
Here is what you need to know about the new menus: The School Food Team has worked with Canada's Smartest Kitchen to develop and validate new recipes The menu continues to be a 2 week rotating menu, with two options daily. One option remains a vegetarian option; will be the opportunity to select "gluten friendly" for…
Read MoreElected School Board Model Consultations
Elected School Board Model Consultations The province is committed to reinstating school boards that have elected representatives, which will encourage further collaboration and communication between school boards, government and community stakeholders. Consultations are taking place to determine the best elected school board model for the English Language School Board. The current French Language School Board…
Read MoreChange 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…
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