November Highlights: School Board Elections, Volunteer Training Workshops, and more
🍎 School Board Elections Day
School Board Elections Ballots are to be returned to Elections PEI by 12 noon on November 10.
Find out more about candidates at www.peihsf.ca
Find election results on November 10 at: www.electionspei.ca
🍎 SIGN UP for FREE Volunteer Training Workshops
The Federation is hosting three in-person Home and School Training Workshops. Any parent, teacher, or student may attend! Workshops are designed to enhance Home and School effectiveness and parent engagement in public education. Register a.s.a.p
Tuesday, Nov. 1, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Parkdale Elementary School Register by Oct. 31
Tuesday, Nov. 8, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Westisle Composite High School Register by Nov. 4
Monday, Nov. 14, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Montague Intermediate School Register by Nov.11
E-mail: peihsf@edu.pe.ca or Phone: 902-620-3186 / 1-800-916-0664
No Cost. Light refreshments will be provided.
🍎 Reminder to pay 2022-2023 Membership Fees
Home and School Association Treasurers are reminded to submit 2022-2023 membership fees by Nov. 1st. Forms were mailed to Associations. As well, these can be accessed online. Need a form or more info?
Contact the Federation office at: 1-800-916-0664 / 902-620-3186 / peihsf@edu.pe.ca
🍎 Playground Equipment Funding Program
If your school is seeking funding for the school playground, applications are available for the Playground Equipment Program at: Apply for the Playground Equipment Fund.
🍎 Parent Leadership Grants
Parent Leadership Project grants for up to $1,000 are available to Home and School Associations. Leadership projects are to focus on parent leadership and engagement in your school community.
Go to: https://peihsf.ca/grants. Submission deadline: Nov. 30th.
🍎 Recognition and Awards Programme 2023
PEIHSF’s awards recognize deserving individuals in school communities. The Federation’s 2023 Programme Begins with the Extra Mile Award to celebrate school staff personnel (i.e., educators, admin, custodians, EAs) with nominations due Jan. 20, 2023. Find more online at PEIHSF Awards
More November dates to remember….
- November 10 PSB School Board Elections Day
- November 11 Remembrance Day
- November 20 National Child Day
- November 21–27 Canada History Week