Posts Tagged ‘Press Releases’

Wednesday, June 17, 2020 Dear Parents/Guardians, Students, and Staff; The Public Schools Branch would like to send congratulations and best wishes to our 2020 Graduates. We want to congratulate all our grade 12 graduates on their many accomplishments during their education journey these last 12 years. We hope they enjoy the recognitions and ceremonies that…

  Wednesday, June 10, 2020 Dear Parents/Guardians, Students, and Staff; A friend recently shared with me a message from the Prince Edward Island Public Service Commission about working from home with kids during the pandemic. The information is very helpful and I have drawn from it to share several important points for your consideration. Many…

  Wednesday, June 3, 2020 Dear Parents/Guardians, Students, and Staff; As we move into June and the last month of school for the 2019-2020 school year, Public Schools Branch (PSB) staff are working diligently on the many year-end tasks and are planning and preparing to ensure success for September 2020. In accordance with the provisions…

Volunteers are part of School Communities Be part of the Team! June is an excellent time to invite new volunteers to be part of a local Home and School community. Parents and teachers will team up to plan for the 2020-2021 school year. Contact your Home & School president or school principal to find out…

1.       ADHD Parents' Support Group Every Wednesday,7:30 – 9:00 p.m. on Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9720415025 Meeting ID: 972 041 5025  Password: 8vNmaC  (If you haven't used Zoom you can check it out here. The first time you join a meeting you may be prompted to download some software, after that zoom will be able to launch from your computer…

This message is from Parker Grimmer, Director Public Schools Branch April 29, 2020 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students; Former automobile racer Bobby Unser once said: ‘Success is where preparation and opportunity meet’. Some would say he was fortunate to have experienced the thrill of three Indianapolis 500 victories over his career. Success, however, is rarely a matter…

Public Schools Branch COVID-19 Update to PSB Parents/Guardians and Students April 8, 2020 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students; We appreciate that this continues to be a busy time for families and the learning opportunities happening for students at home may be both rewarding and, at times, frustrating. The Minister of Education and Lifelong Learning (DELL) said…

PEI School Food Project   During these difficult times it is important that we continue to assist families experiencing financial difficulties and food insecurity. We know a number of private businesses, food banks, and other community organizations have already stepped up to support students and families with food challenges. To complement these great efforts, the…

Canada's History, the national coordinating body of the Heritage Fairs program will coordinate Canada's Virtual Heritage Fair.  Any student in grades 3 – 11 can register, with parent/guardian's permission. More information :  http://kids.canadashistory.ca/Kids/Heritage/Virtual-Heritage-Fair or in French(http://kids.canadashistory.ca/Kids/Heritage/Virtual-Heritage-Fair?lang=fr-CA )   Students will upload 3 – 5 photos of their heritage fair project, which should be on any Canadian heritage or culture subject, plus…

The Province of Prince Edward Island announced plans to support children, students, families and teachers impacted by school and daycare closures due to COVID-19.   To ensure the health and safety of students, teachers and administration, all schools across Prince Edward Island remain closed for in-person classes until, at minimum, May 11. Over the past…