2024 - Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board

A message to families from Katherine MacIver, Director of Education

Message from the Director of Education, December 2024

12/18/2024

Hello Families: As we enter the final weeks of 2024, I reflect on the amazing learning, opportunities and support in our classrooms and schools...

Students accept cheque from Chapters on behalf of Athol-South Marysburgh PS

Athol-South Marysburgh Public receives large donation for library

12/03/2024

It was an exciting day for students and staff of Athol-South Marysburgh Public School, the beneficiary of this year's Belleville Chapters' Adopt-a-School program.

Tentative agreement for HPEDSB & Occasional Teachers

11/29/2024

Joint release between HPEDSB and HAPE-OTL The Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board and the Hastings Prince Edward Occasional Teachers' Local (HAPE-OTL) are pleased to announce that the parties have reached a tentative agreement on local bargaining issues.

Easthill Elementary School grand opening celebration

11/26/2024

Board Meeting Summary, November 25, 2024

11/25/2024

This is a summary of the public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District SchoolBoard held November 25, 2024.

Together to Learn: How to talk to your kids about winter wellness

11/25/2024

Thursday, December 12, 2024, from 6-7 PM, join Shannon Parsons and Edy Cruz-Fuentes, social workers from Algonquin & Lakeshore Catholic District School Board), for an important discussion about...

Travel for Credit summer 2025 information session

11/25/2024

This year, as part of our summer school programming for the 2024-2025 school year, and in partnership with EF Educational Tours, we will be making the Grade 10 Civics and Careers in Ottawa, Montreal, and New York City, and Grade 12 English in UK Travel for Credit courses available to secondary school students...

Board Meeting Summary, November 18, 2024

11/18/2024

Board Meeting Summary, November 18, 2024

Math Matters October/November 2024 Newsletter

11/12/2024

In October and November many of our schools are focusing on Difference and Comparison in Math...

Envision Tomorrow strategic plan consultation

Invitation to share ideas for the new HPEDSB strategic plan

11/08/2024

Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is in the beginning stages of developing a new strategic plan—and we want to hear from the community!

The Honourable Murray Sinclair, January 24, 1951-November 4, 2024

Flags lowered at all schools and buildings in memory of The Honourable Murray Sinclair

11/06/2024

Flags lowered at all schools and buildings in memory of The Honourable Murray Sinclair

Message from the Director of Education, November 2024

11/05/2024

Welcome to November! November is our first formal reporting month for the 2024-2025 school year...

HPEDSB Communications team wins three national awards

11/05/2024

Congratulations to the Communications team at HPEDSB for receiving BRAVO! Awards from the Canadian Association of Communicators in Education (CACE)...

Battery Blitz cheque presentation at Sophiasburgh Central

Sophiasburgh Central School wins Battery Blitz School Mission contest

10/30/2024

Congratulations to the staff and students of Sophiasburgh Central School for their extraordinary efforts to protect the environment through the collection of used batteries...

Minds in Motion Train the Trainer PD Day

10/29/2024

On Friday October 25, 2024 Grade 7/8 teachers from HPEDSB dove right into an action-packed day of learning and fun at the Minds in Motion Train the Trainer PD Day at Loyalist College...

Together to Learn: Healthy Relationships

Together to Learn: How to talk to your kids about healthy relationships

10/22/2024

Thursday, November 21, 2024, from 6-7 PM, join Natalie O’Toole, Training and Public Education Coordinator at Three Oaks Foundation, for the next installment of the Together to Learn series...

Girls' semi-final game between HJC and SPS

Grade 7-8 District Soccer Tournament 2024

10/18/2024

On Wednesday, October 16, Bayside Secondary School hosted the district soccer tournament where six Grade 7-8 boys and six Grade 7-8 girls teams competed for the gold...

Junior boys at the starting line for Cross-Country race

Success on the trail: District Cross-Country Meet 2024

10/15/2024

It was a beautiful fall day at Sandbanks Provincial Park for runners from across HPEDSB who gathered for the District Cross Country Meet.

Information session: How to become a French as a Second Language teacher

10/03/2024

You are invited to an information session on how to become a French as a Second Language teacher...

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month

10/01/2024

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month. During the month Ontario students will be encouraged to learn about online safety at school...

PA Day learning for October 11, 2024

09/27/2024

HPEDSB staff will engage in learning on Friday, October 11, 2024 to support increased student success, well-being and achievement...

Together to Learn Vaping and Nicotine Products, Oct. 17, 2024

Together to Learn: How to talk to your kids about vaping and nicotine products

09/26/2024

Join Kristina Smith, Health Promoter with the Healthy Schools Program at Hastings Prince Edward Public Health for the next installment of the Together to Learn series...

TEMS Information Session October 9, 2024

Information session: How to become a Technological Education teacher

09/26/2024

You are invited to an information session on how to become a Technological Education teacher...

Board Meeting Summary, September 23, 2024

09/23/2024

This is a summary of the public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board, held August 26, 2024.

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation/Orange Shirt Day 2024

09/23/2024

Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board will recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day, on September 30...

Minister of Education with HPE staff in front of Easthill ES

Minister of Education visits new Easthill Elementary School

09/18/2024

HPEDSB was pleased to welcome The Honourable Jill Dunlop, Minister of Education to the new Easthill Elementary School on Tuesday, September 17, 2024....

Together to Learn: Smartphones, social media and mental health

09/05/2024

On September 19 join us for the first session in the Together to Learn online series for parents and caregivers of the 2024-2025 school year...

Welcome to a new school year!

09/03/2024

As we embark on a new school year, I am filled with optimism and excitement for what lies ahead.

Code of Conduct updates

08/30/2024

We would like to remind you that the Ontario Ministry of Education has made changes to our School Code of Conduct. This will affect all students in Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board and throughout Ontario...

Read More about Happy Vaisakhi

Travel for Credit deadline extended

04/11/2024

Registration deadline extended to April 30, 2024

Together to Learn Series: Youth Substance Use and Gambling

04/11/2024

Join us for a free, impactful online series for parents and caregivers...

Athol-South Marysburgh Public School Spelling Bee Winners

Spelling Bee buzz at Athol-South Marysburgh Public School and Prince Charles School

04/10/2024

The gymnasium at Prince Charles School Belleville was buzzing with excitement on April 5, 2024 for the annual Spelling Bee...

Young Innovators Shine at Quinte Regional Science and Technology Fair 2024

04/08/2024

The Quinte Regional Science and Technology Fair, held at Centennial Secondary School on April 6th, celebrated another year of inspiring innovation and creativity...

Acknowledging Eid al-Fitr, April 9/10, 2024

04/05/2024

Students and staff in HPEDSB have diverse backgrounds and beliefs.

Student Achievement Plan for HPEDSB

03/28/2024

HPEDSB has developed a comprehensive report called the Student Achievement Plan (SAP) to summarize student achievement performance indicators and progress on provincial education priorities

Important information about student busing for September 2024

03/27/2024

Tri-Board Student Transportation Services is introducing a transportation application deadline for the upcoming school year starting in September.

Staff PA Day learning for April 8, 2024

03/25/2024

The Ministry of Education requires school boards to share professional learning that will be happening on Professional Activity (PA) Days two weeks in advance of the PA Day.

Board Meeting Summary, March 25, 2024

03/25/2024

This is a summary of the public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board, held March 25, 2024.

Student in front of Science Fair project

Young Scientists Shine at Massassaga-Rednersville Public School Science Fair

03/21/2024

Massassaga-Rednersville Public School hosted a Science Fair on March 20, 2024...

"Mystery Abounds" the 2024 HPEDSB Secondary Art Show

03/15/2024

Get ready to experience the artistic talents of students from Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board at the secondary art show, "Mystery Abounds."

Parent's Guide to Ontario's Education System

03/13/2024

The Ministry of Education recently launched the Parent’s Guide to Ontario’s Education System.

Travel for credit this summer

03/08/2024

HPEDSB has partnered with EF Educational Tours to offer Travel for Credit courses this summer for students going into Grades 9 to 12.

Tentative collective agreement between HPEDSB and OSSTF-PSSP

03/07/2024

A tentative collective agreement has been reached between the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board, and the Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation- Professional Student Services Personnel bargaining unit.

March updates from the Director of Education

03/07/2024

Happy March to all HPEDSB students and families. As we near the end of the week, I want to wish you a restful and enjoyable March Break. When school resumes, there will be just over three months left in the school year, which will be packed with learning and many activities.

Approved 2024-2025 School Year Calendar

03/01/2024

On February 26, 2024, Board members approved the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar.

Invitation to apply to become an external member of the HPEDSB Audit Committee

02/29/2024

Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is seeking one community member with financial expertise and business knowledge to serve on the Audit Committee

HPE Students bring home the "hardware" at Loyalist College Skills Competition

02/29/2024

HPE students shone bright at the Loyalist College Skills Competition held on February 26.

Tentative collective agreement with ETFO

02/28/2024

A tentative collective agreement has been reached between the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board, and the Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario, Hastings-Prince Edward Teacher Local, representing permanent teachers.

Approved boundary review recommendations

02/27/2024

As part of ongoing efforts to provide optimal learning environments for students, the Board of Trustees has made decisions for the Bayside-Trenton and Harmony-Foxboro boundary reviews.

Bryce Wilson announced as the new Superintendent of Business Services

02/26/2024

Bryce Wilson has been announced as the new superintendent of Business Services for Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board.

Board Meeting Summary, February 26, 2024

02/26/2024

This is a summary of the public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board, held February 26, 2024. Official minutes will be approved at the next regular meeting.

Good luck to all HPEDSB students competing at the Loyalist College Skills Competition

Excitement builds for Loyalist College Skills Competition

02/23/2024

Loyalist College is gearing up to host the regional Skills competition on February 26th. With a diverse range of competitions lined up, participants are eagerly anticipating a day filled with skill, creativity, and friendly competition.

HPEDSB announces Tina Jones, Superintendent of Education

02/15/2024

On the heels of a departing senior staff member, Tina Jones has been announced as Superintendent of Education at Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board.

Board Meeting Summary, February 15, 2024

02/15/2024

This is a summary of the February 15, 2024 special public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board.

Travel for Credit Summer School Program takes learning beyond the classroom

02/14/2024

HPEDSB is partnering with EF Tours to offer Travel for Credit courses this summer!

Event: Transition to Kindergarten for students with special needs

02/13/2024

Families of students with complex special needs are invited to an online event about the transition to Kindergarten (T2K).

Eastside Ravens Improv team poses with trophy and certificates

Eastside Ravens Improv Team Champions

02/13/2024

Eastside Ravens Improv Team Makes History with Kingston Regional Tournament Win

Nominations are open for the 2024 OPSBA Awards

02/09/2024

Do you know someone extraordinary—a teacher, education worker, school administrator, trustee, student, or community member—whose exceptional contributions deserve recognition for making a significant impact in their local school or community?

Happy Lunar New Year

02/09/2024

February 10, 2024 is Lunar New Year/Maitreya Bodhisattva’s Birthday