Newsroom Archives

Students participated in a Words Matter Conference to become positive changemakers

12/17/2025

As part of the year-long Words Matter Campaign, students in Grades 6-12 throughout HPEDSB recently participated in the Words Matter Student Conference to empower them to become proactive changemakers in their schools.

What's happening with the Words Matter Campaign?

12/12/2025

At HPEDSB, we believe words matter. That's why we've partnered with Harmony Movement to take a stand against hateful language. It's about creating lasting, respectful and inclusive school communities where everyone can thrive.

Warm wishes for the holiday season

12/11/2025

As we approach the winter break, I find myself reflecting on the incredible journey we have shared over the past year.

HPEDSB students demonstrate strong EQAO results

12/10/2025

Results from the latest EQAO assessments indicate that students at Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board achieved higher results than previous years.

EQAO letter from the Minister of Education

12/03/2025

The Minister of Education, Paul Calandra, asked all school boards to share this EQAO letter with parents and guardians.

Board Meeting Highlights, November 24, 2025

11/24/2025

These are highlights of the initial meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held November 24, 2025.

Board Meeting Highlights, November 17, 2025

11/17/2025

These are highlights of the public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held November 17, 2025.

Spotlight on Bright Futures: November 2025

11/17/2025

We are pleased to share the November issue of Spotlight on Bright Futures. This new communication shares the stories of HPEDSB staff who are inspiring and innovating for a bright future.

Introducing the new family portal

11/12/2025

HPEDSB is excited to announce the launch of a new family portal, a digital platform giving parents and caregivers secure, 24/7 access to their children’s school information...

Community Planning and Partnership Meetings Fall 2025

Invitation to Community Planning and Partnership meetings

11/10/2025

HPEDSB invites you to attend a public meeting to learn about the options for sharing space in HPEDSB schools. Each meeting will offer an information exchange and an opportunity for partners to share ideas about school board-related plans or proposals...

Words Matter campaign launching at HPEDSB

11/03/2025

Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is committed to creating safe, respectful and inclusive learning environments for everyone. In support of this, we’re launching a year-long Words Matter campaign in our schools...

PA Day learning for November 14, 2025

10/31/2025

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...

UPDATED Information session: How to become a Technological Education teacher

10/28/2025

Information session: How to become a Technological Education teacher...

HPEDSB Communications team wins national BRAVO! award

10/28/2025

Congratulations to the Communications team at HPEDSB, Kerry Donnell, Communications and Privacy Manager, and Mary Doyle, Communications Officer, for receiving a BRAVO! Award from the Canadian Association of Communicators in Education (CACE)...

Board Meeting Highlights, October 27, 2025

10/27/2025

These are highlights from the public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held October 27, 2025.

Spotlight on Bright Futures: October 2025

10/27/2025

We are pleased to share the first issue of Spotlight on Bright Futures. This new communication shares the stories of HPEDSB staff who are inspiring and innovating for a bright future.

Trenton High School's Student Film Showcase at Centre Cinemas

10/22/2025

Trenton High School is excited to announce the premiere of two episodes from its innovative "Monster of the Week"-style television series...

Dr. Kylie Bragdon shows students a lobster during keynote address

Fall Student Voice Symposium 2025

10/22/2025

Secondary students from all seven HPEDSB high schools gathered on Monday, October 20, 2025 for the Fall Student Voice Symposium...

$Math Matters$

Math Matters Newsletter October 2025

10/21/2025

In October, students are learning about Strategic Decomposition of Numbers. Students are using tools (like Cuisenaire rods) and models (link number lines and partS-whole) to think about how to break apart numbers so they are easier to work with...

Information Session: French as a Second Language Teacher

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

10/15/2025

Are you proficient in the French language and interested in pursuing a career in education? You are invited to an information session on how to become a French as a Second Language teacher...

Trent University and HPEDSB representatives sign agreement

Trent University, Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board Create New Indigenous Studies Dual Credit Program

10/14/2025

Agreement enables high school students to earn university credit in Indigenous Studies while completing high school diploma...

Apply to the Equity and Inclusivity Advisory Committee

10/10/2025

Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is seeking members for the Equity and Inclusivity Advisory Committee...

Have You Heard? Campaign launches to bring soundfield systems to every primary classroom

10/09/2025

The Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation in partnership with HPEDSB has launched its bold new campaign, Have You Heard?, with a goal of raising $555,000 to install soundfields in every Junior Kindergarten to Grade 3 classroom across Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board...

25 Years of welcoming the world: HPEDSB International Student Program celebrates a quarter-century of student achievement and cultural exchanges

10/07/2025

This year the HPEDSB International Student Program (ISP) is celebrating its twenty-fifth anniversary. Established in 2000, the ISP has welcomed many hundreds of students over the past quarter century.

Important update: School Code of Conduct and cell phone use

09/29/2025

As another school year begins, we remain focused on creating the best possible learning environments for every student. This is to remind you that we are in the second year of implementing our updated School Code of Conduct...

PA Day learning for October 10, 2025

09/26/2025

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...

Together to Learn Series: Social media, tech + mental health

09/25/2025

Join practicing Family Physician, and mom to two young children, Dr. Alison Yeung, MD, CCFP, for an important discussion about the relationship between social media/technology and mental health...

HPEDSB Unveils Bright Futures: 2025-2030 Strategic Plan to enhance student success

09/23/2025

With a renewed commitment to inspiring, innovating, educating and empowering, Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board introduces Bright Futures: 2025-2030 Strategic Plan, a future-focused, five-year plan built for action today...

Board Meeting Highlights, September 22, 2025

09/22/2025

These are highlights from the public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held September 22, 2025...

Draft By-Law Revisions for review

09/17/2025

The draft By-Law Revisions are available for public review and feedback...

Draft Policy 22: Exclusion of a Student from Class or School

09/17/2025

A draft board policy, Policy 22: Exclusion of a Student from Class or School, is available for public review and feedback...

Draft Policy 20: Equity

09/17/2025

A draft board policy, Policy 20: Equity, is available for public review and feedback...

Read More about Draft Policy 20: Equity

$Math Matters$

Math Matters Newsletter September 2025

09/12/2025

Check out the Math Matters newsletter to see how you can support your child at home.

Free student city transit passes expanded

09/05/2025

We're excited to announce expanded opportunities for HPEDSB students to access free public transit...

Board of Trustees announces a new contract for Director of Education Katherine MacIver

09/02/2025

The Board of Trustees is pleased to announce a new 5-year contract for Director of Education, Katherine MacIver, effective September 1, 2025.

2025 Back to School Letter from Minister of Education, Paul Calandra

08/28/2025

As the 2025-2026 school year begins, Paul Calandra, Minister of Education has asked all school boards to share this message with Ontario parents, students, teachers and staff...

Board Meeting Highlights, August 25, 2025

08/25/2025

These are highlights from the public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held August 25, 2025.

PA Day learning for September 2, 2025

08/22/2025

Visit the Professional Activity Days web page to find out more about the learning HPEDSB staff will engage in on September 2, 2025...

Strong Start and HPEDSB partner to advance early literacy

08/20/2025

Strong Start® Charitable Organization is proud to partner with the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB) to bring its proven Letters, Sounds and Words™ program to schools across the region...

Free community movie and puzzle race event

07/23/2025

Join us for a screening of the documentary Screenagers: Under the Influence followed by a puzzle race. There will be free food and refreshments...

Draft Policy 12 External Committees and Trustee Advocacy

07/14/2025

A new draft board policy, Policy 12: External Committees and Trustee Advocacy is available for public review and feedback...

2025 Governor General Academic Medal recipients

07/08/2025

Congratulations to seven HPEDSB 2025 secondary school graduates who are recipients of the Governor General's Academic Medal...

Summer hours at schools and the Education Centre

07/02/2025

Schools and the Education Centre have now changed to the summer schedule...

Free Event: "Under the Influence" a movie night for teens and parents

"Under the Influence": a movie night for teens and parents at Madoc Public Library

06/26/2025

Join us for a powerful screening of Screenagers: Under the Influence, a film that explores how online influence can shape teen choices around substance use...

HPE Board members approve a balanced budget for the 2025-2026 school year

06/24/2025

The Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board has approved a balanced budget for the 2025-2026 school year, ensuring continued support for student learning throughout the district...

Board Meeting Highlights, June 23, 2025

06/23/2025

These are highlights from the public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held June 23, 2025.

Celebrating the Quinte Adult Education Class of 2025 graduation

06/23/2025

Congratulations to the 112 graduates of the Quinte Adult Education class of 2025...

Celebrating the SWAC Class of 2025 graduation

06/23/2025

On Thursday, June 19, 2025, the School Within a College (SWAC) class of 2025 was celebrated at a special graduation ceremony held at Loyalist College...

Best wishes for a happy and healthy summer from Katherine MacIver, Director of Education

2025 School year-end message from the Director of Education

06/19/2025

Dear Families: As the 2024-2025 school year draws to a close, I extend my sincere gratitude to all our students, families, staff, and community partners for another year of learning, growth and achievement throughout Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB)....

2025 Year-end letter from Minister of Education, Paul Calandra

06/19/2025

The Minister of Education, Paul Calandra, asked all school boards to share this school year-end message with students and families...

BSS and BPS Humanitarian of the Year Award presentation

Bayside Secondary and Bayside Public Schools recognized with Christmas Sharing's Humanitarian of the Year Award

06/17/2025

On June 16, Bayside Secondary and Bayside Public Schools were presented with the Christmas Sharing Humanitarian of the Year Award in recognition of their ongoing and exceptional support and commitment to the Christmas Sharing Program...

PA Day learning for June 27, 2025

06/13/2025

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...

HPE students win gold at the Canada-Wide Science

06/06/2025

Three HPEDSB students recently represented the Quinte region at the Canada-Wide Science Fair (CWSF) 2025 in Fredericton, New Brunswick...

Summer School 2025 Information Session

06/05/2025

Families and students in Grade 8-12 are invited to a Google Meet to learn about Summer School opportunities.

Recording: Unmasking Mental Health and Substance Use Keynote

05/27/2025

As part of Mental Health Week, parents and youth ages 10-18 gathered for an event at the Belleville Public library...

Board Meeting Highlights, May 26, 2025

05/26/2025

These are highlights from the public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held May 26, 2025.

Eastside Secondary School presents "Murder on the Orient Express"

05/26/2025

May 28-31, 2025, students and staff of Eastside Secondary School are proud to present the theatrical production of "Murder on the Orient Express."

Minds in Motion STEM Challenge 2025

05/21/2025

Teams of Grade 7-8 students gathered at Loyalist College on Thursday, May 15, 2025 for the Minds in Motion STEM Challenge. Students competed in one of three challenges: Electric Vehicle Engineering, Hydraulic Removal System and Robotic Arm Design...

PA Day learning for May 30, 2025

05/16/2025

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...

Ignite Your Fire: Indigenous Student Symposium 2025

05/13/2025

May 7-8, 2025 secondary students from across HPEDSB gathered at the Mohawk Community Centre for the Indigenous Student Symposium. The theme of the event was Ignite Your Fire: Become a Changemaker...

Congratulations to Skills Ontario 2025 medalists

05/09/2025

HPE students once again made it to the podium for welding at Skills Ontario. Congratulations to Kiersten Lewis who won a silver medal and Remington Moore who won a bronze medal for Welding at the Skills Ontario Competition in Toronto this week.

Congratulations to Inspiring Excellence Award recipients

05/08/2025

As part of Education Week celebrations from May 5 to 9, 2025, Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board proudly recognizes educators and support staff who exemplify the highest standards of excellence.

Michael Jacques: a story to be shared

05/02/2025

We are pleased to welcome you to a free community event with guest speaker Michael Jacques...

2024-2025 Student Trustees welcome new 2025-2026 Student Trustees

Student Voice Symposium Spring 2025

05/02/2025

The multi-purpose room of the Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre was buzzing with excitement as students from across all of HPEDSB's secondary schools gathered for the spring 2025 Student Voice Symposium...

Good luck to the 28 students representing HPEDSB at the Skills Ontario competition in Toronto May 5-6

Good luck to the 28 HPE students competing at Skills Ontario

05/02/2025

Good luck to the 28 HPE students who will be competing at Skills Ontario in Toronto May 5-6, 2025 at the Toronto Congress Centre...

Student Achievement Plan for HPEDSB

05/01/2025

As required by the Ministry of Education, HPEDSB has developed a comprehensive report called the Student Achievement Plan (SAP) to summarize student achievement performance indicators and progress on provincial education priorities...

Humane Society HPE Wiggle Waggle Walkathon and Pet Festival

Humane Society HPE's Wiggle Waggle Walkathon and Pet Festival

05/01/2025

Humane Society Hastings Prince Edward's Wiggle Waggle Walkathon and Pet Festival is happening June 1, 2025 at Centennial Park, Trenton...

Board Meeting Highlights, April 28, 2025

04/28/2025

These are highlights from the public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held April 28, 2025.

Together to Learn Series: Mental Health

04/28/2025

On May 15, 2025 join us for the next session in the Together to Learn online series for parents and caregivers...

Prince Edward Collegiate Institute presents "Mean Girls the Musical"

04/23/2025

May 8-10, 2025, students and staff of Prince Edward Collegiate Institute are proud to present the theatrical production of "Mean Girls the Musical."

BandFest 2025: HPEDSB bands unite

04/22/2025

Congratulations to everyone that participated in the ninth annual BandFest on April 16, 2025. This celebration of music brought together nine schools with the theme “HPEDSB Bands Unite”....

Event: Unmasking Mental Health and Substance Use

04/16/2025

As part of Mental Health Week, parents and youth ages 10-18 are invited to an event at the Belleville Public library.

Together to Learn Series: Party safety

04/14/2025

On April 24, 2025 join us for the next session in the Together to Learn online series for parents and caregivers...

$Math Matters$

Math Matters Newsletter April 2025

04/11/2025

In April many of our schools are focusing on Problem Solving in Math...

Reach Ahead to Grade 9 Summer School 2025

Reach Ahead to Grade 9 2025

04/09/2025

Grade 8 students have the opportunity to Reach Ahead this summer and earn an Ontario Secondary School Diploma Credit...

Congratulationsto the HPEDSB students who will be representing Quinte Region at the Canada-Wide Science Fair

HPE Students shine at the Quinte Regional Science and Technology Fair

04/07/2025

Congratulations to all HPE students that competed at the Quinte Regional Science and Technology Fair at Centennial Secondary School on Saturday, April 5, 2025...

04/04/2025

Students are invited to register for Summer School to earn credits or improve marks in courses for Grades 9-12...

Together to Learn Positive Nutrition Conversations

Together to Learn Series: Positive nutrition conversations

04/01/2025

On April 17, 2025 join us for the next session in the Together to Learn online series for parents and caregivers. Join Brendan Bailey and Anne Williams from Eating Disorders Ontario to discuss these important questions...

Impossible Conversations: Art in the Schools 2025

04/01/2025

Art in the Schools 2025 is coming soon to the Parrott Gallery at the Belleville Public Library. Mixed media artwork by local high school students with the theme of "Impossible Conversations" will be on display from April 10-May 7, 2025 in Galleries 1 & 2...

Water Wavers bake sale makes big waves

03/31/2025

On Wednesday March 26, 2025 at Madoc Township Public School, Angela Burr’s Grade 4/5 class, known as the Water Wavers Changemakers, hosted a bake sale to raise funds for Neskantaga First Nation. Through their efforts, they raised over $6000...

Board Meeting Highlights, March 24, 2025

03/24/2025

These are highlights from the public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held March 24, 2025.

A message to families from Katherine MacIver, Director of Education

A Message from the Director of Education, March 2025

03/18/2025

Dear Staff and Families: I hope you had a restful and enjoyable March Break. As we return to school, I want to provide you with an important update on the progress of our new Strategic Plan for 2025-2030...

Approved 2025-2026 school year calendar

03/17/2025

The 2025-2026 school year calendar has been approved by the Ministry of Education...

Stirling Public School gives 576 Blankets of Hope

03/05/2025

Students at Stirling Public School have been working together on a school-wide project to help people in the area who are experiencing homelessness...

Invitation to provide input for the Mental Health and Addictions Strategy

03/04/2025

We want to hear from you! As we plan the next phase of our Mental Health and Addictions Strategy, your insights will help shape the supports and actions that promote student well-being...

Together to Learn Series: Substance use and harm reduction

02/28/2025

On March 20, 2025 join us for the next session in the Together to Learn online series for parents and caregivers...

Student welding at Loyalist College Skills Competition

Updated: Loyalist College Skills Competition medalists 2025

02/27/2025

Congratulations to all of the Hastings and Prince Edward School Board students who competed at the Regional Skills Competition at Loyalist College on Monday, February 24, 2025...

Eastside Secondary School Ravens Improv Team wins again

02/27/2025

Eastside Secondary School's Improv Team won the Canadian Improv Games Kingston Regional Tournament again this past weekend. This marks two consecutive wins for the Ravens...

Travel for Credit registration still open

02/27/2025

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...

Tentative 2025-2026 school year calendar

02/25/2025

The 2025-2026 school year calendar has been approved by the Board of Trustees. The calendar dates have been submitted to the Ministry of Education for final approval...

Board Meeting Summary, February 24, 2025

02/24/2025

This is a summary of the public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held February 24, 2025.

Community Planning and Partnership Meetings 2025

02/24/2025

You are invited to a public meetings on March 5 and March 6, 2025, to learn about the options for sharing space in HPEDSB schools...

Math Matters Newsletter February 2025

02/24/2025

In February many of our schools are focusing on Multiplicative Reasoning in Math...

EQAO information session

02/24/2025

HPEDSB parents and guardians are invited to an online webinar where staff from the Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) will discuss questions that Ontario students encounter when they participate in the EQAO Grade 3 and 6 assessments of reading, writing and mathematics...

Draft Policy XX: Use of School Board Resources During an Election Campaign

02/21/2025

A new draft board policy, Policy XX: Use of School Board Resources During an Election Campaign is available for public review and feedback...

Draft Policy 3: Board Member Honoraria and Expense Reimbursement

02/21/2025

A new draft board policy, Policy 3: Board Member Honoraria and Expense Reimbursement is available for public review and feedback...

Travel for Credit 2025 information session

02/14/2025

Community input invited for the 2025-2026 budget

02/07/2025

As senior staff engage in the budget planning process for the 2025-2026 school year, we want to hear from you...

Teacher and student recognized by Muscular Dystrophy Canada

02/06/2025

On February 5, 2025 two very special awards were presented at an assembly at Tyendinaga Public School. Stacey Lintern, CEO of Muscular Dystrophy Canada as well as...

North Hastings High School student wins OSSTF Student Achievement Award

02/06/2025

Congratulations to Ontario Secondary School Teachers' Federation (OSSTF) Student Achievement Award winner, North Hastings High School student Odin Worsley!

Join us for the Transition to Kindergarten virtual family workshop

Event: Transition to Kindergarten for students with special needs

02/04/2025

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

Coming Soon Free Belleville City Transit Passes for Grade 9-12 Students at Bayside, Centennial and Eastside Secondary Schools

Free access to Belleville public transit for students in Grades 9-12

01/30/2025

We are pleased to announce an exciting partnership between Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board and the City of Belleville Transit Department to provide students in Grades 9-12 that attend Bayside, Eastside and Centennial secondary schools, with free access to public transit throughout the city...

Together to Learn: Consent, Feb 20, 2025

Together to Learn Series: Consent

01/30/2025

On February 20, 2025 join us for the next session in the Together to Learn online series for parents and caregivers...

A Message from the Director of Education, January 2025

01/29/2025

In the last week of January, we can look back on a busy first few weeks of 2025! Our secondary students...

Ashika presents cheque to BGH Foundation

Student raises over $1000 for the BGH Foundation

01/29/2025

A Massassaga-Rednersville Public School student has raised over $1000 in support of cancer care at Belleville General Hospital...

We want your feedback. Draft Governance Directive

Draft Governance Directive 7.1 Board Members’ Code of Conduct

01/28/2025

A new draft governance directive, Governance Directive 7.1 Board Members’ Code of Conduct is available for public review and feedback...

Board Meeting Summary, January 27, 2025

01/27/2025

This is a summary of the public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held January 27, 2025.

Destinations online information session

01/27/2025

On Wednesday, February 12, 2025, Easthill Elementary School and Susanna Moodie Elementary School will be holding online information sessions for the Destinations program...

SWAC Class of Fall 2024 graduation

01/24/2025

On Thursday, January 23, 2025 six students graduated from four HPE high schools through the School Within a College (SWAC) program...

Draft Policy 17 Transportation of Students

01/23/2025

A new draft board policy, Policy 17 Transportation is available for public review and feedback.

Draft Policy XX Cyber Security

01/23/2025

A new draft board policy, Policy XX Cyber Security is available for public review and feedback...

Draft Policy 19 Student Achievement Planning

01/23/2025

A new draft board policy, Policy 19 Student Achievement Planning is available for public review and feedback...

Input on 2025-2026 School Year Calendar

01/23/2025

We invite you to provide input on the three proposed options for the 2025-2026 school year by responding to a short survey...

Math Matters Newsletter January 2025

01/17/2025

In January many of our schools are focusing on Decomposition of Numbers...

PA Day learning for January 31, 2025

01/17/2025

Find out more about the learning HPEDSB staff will engage in on January 31, 2025...

Invitation to share ideas for the new HPEDSB strategic plan, Part 2

01/13/2025

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

Together to Learn test stress and self-care

Together to Learn Series: test stress and self-care

01/10/2025

Thursday, January 16, 2025 from 6-7 PM, join Shannon Parsons and Edy Cruz-Fuentes, social workers...

Ventilation and school renewal reports 2024

01/10/2025

School boards use multiple strategies to support healthy and safe learning environments for students and staff...

"Hooo's in the Owl Pellet?": Scientists in School presentation at Hermon Public School

01/10/2025

Students at Hermon Public School had a real “hoot” while doing a special science lab on January 9, 2025...

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

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!

PA Day learning for November 22, 2024

11/08/2024

Find out more about the learning HPEDSB staff will engage in on November 22, 2024...

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...

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08/28/2024

A new draft board policy, Policy XX_ Director's Performance Appraisal is available for public review and feedback.

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Board Meeting Summary, August 26, 2024

08/26/2024

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

Director's Performance Plan letter to Minister of Education

08/20/2024

In accordance with the requirements of the Ministry of Education, written notice has been provided to the Minister of Education confirming the date of hire and performance plan for the Director of Education, Katherine MacIver.

Staff PA Day learning for September 3, 2024

08/16/2024

Find out more about the learning HPEDSB staff will engage in on September 3, 2024...

Changes coming in September 2024: Vaping and personal mobile devices

07/25/2024

Changes are coming to HPE schools in September 2024 to promote healthy and welcoming learning environments...

Summer hours at schools and the Education Centre

07/22/2024

Once the school year has ended, hours of operation for schools and the Education Centre will change to the summer schedule...

2024 Governor General Academic Medal recipients

07/11/2024

Congratulations to seven HPEDSB secondary school students who are recipients of the Governor General's Academic Medal...

Video summer greetings from Minister of Education Todd Smith

07/02/2024

The Minister of Education, Todd Smith, asked that we share a summer greetings video with students and families.

HPEDSB teachers receive coaching awards

06/28/2024

On Thursday, June 27, 2024, two HPEDSB teachers were presented with coaching awards by the Central Ontario Secondary Schools Association (COSSA).

Board Meeting Summary, June 28, 2024

06/28/2024

This is a summary of the special public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held June 28, 2024.

Best wishes for a happy and healthy summer 2024

06/26/2024

Dear Students, Parents and Guardians: As the 2023-2024 school year comes to a close...

Prince Edward Collegiate Institute student awarded Schulich Leader Scholarship

06/25/2024

Prince Edward Collegiate Institute student awarded Canada’s largest undergraduate scholarship; Schulich Leader Scholarships support Canada’s top talent in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)

Gabrielle Delong receives CFUW scholarship from Janet Simpson

Quinte Adult Education celebrates 2024 graduating class

06/21/2024

On Thursday, June 20, 2024, Quinte Adult Education held their graduation ceremony...

Centennial SS students recognized for vehicle simulator

06/21/2024

Centennial Secondary students and their teacher John Harpell have been featured in AutomationDirect for their work on a vehicle simulator...

Rescue Readers at Humane Society Hastings Prince Edward

06/21/2024

For some students, reading out loud can be difficult. What better way to practice than with a non-judgmental furry friend who is always happy to listen...

SWAC Graduating Class of Winter 2024

06/20/2024

June 19, 2024, the School Within a College (SWAC) Class of Winter 2024 celebrated their graduation at Loyalist College...

National Indigenous Peoples Day June 21,2024

National Indigenous Peoples Day 2024

06/19/2024

Board Meeting Summary, June 17, 2024

06/17/2024

This is a summary of the public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board, held June 17, 2024.

Eid al-Adha 2024

06/14/2024

Eid al-Adha is June 16...

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Board Meeting Summary, November 20, 2023

11/20/2023

This is a summary of the November 20, 2023 Inaugural Meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board. Official minutes will be approved at the next regular meeting.

Info session: How to become a Tech Ed teacher

11/17/2023

Acknowledging the impact of the Middle East conflict

11/07/2023

2023-2024 Boundary reviews

10/31/2023

Boundary reviews for two school group areas (Bayside-Trenton and Harmony-Foxboro) are taking place in fall 2023.

Professional Activity Day learning for November 10, 2023 PA Day

10/27/2023

Board Meeting Summary, October 23, 2023

10/23/2023

This is a summary of the October 23, 2023 public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board. Official minutes will be approved at the next regular meeting.

Eastside Secondary School hosting Ontario University Fair

10/23/2023

On Tuesday, November 14, Eastside Secondary School is hosting an Ontario Universities' Regional Fair from 5:00 to 8:00 PM.

Intermediate soccer finals

10/19/2023

On October 16, Intermediate soccer winners from HPEDSB gathered at Bayside Secondary School for the District Soccer event.

Life Beyond School information session October 25, 2023

10/19/2023

Professional Activity Day learning for October 27, 2023

10/13/2023

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.

Local Government Week is October 16-20!

10/13/2023

The week of October 16 - 20, 2023 is recognized as Local Government Week in Ontario.

Statement about the Israeli Hamas War

10/10/2023

100th anniversary celebration at Frankford PS

10/02/2023

Frankford Public School celebrates 100th anniversary

Invitation to review two draft board policies

09/29/2023

Two new draft board policies, Board Communications and Media Relations and Student Representation on the Board, are available for public review and feedback.

New Indigenous art mural unveiled at Harry J. Clarke Public School

09/29/2023

On Thursday, September 28, a new mural was unveiled at Harry J. Clarke Public School.

The new Survivor's Flag on display at the Education Centre

09/27/2023

This year, a new flag, the Survivor's Flag, has been released by the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation.

Ventilation at schools

09/26/2023

Supported by Ministry of Education investments in ventilation system improvements during the 2022-2023 school year, HPEDSB has undertaken extensive work to optimize and improve ventilation and air filtration in schools.

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Mock disaster training involving local authorities at Maynooth Public School on May 6, 2023.

05/02/2023

On Saturday, May 6, 2023, at approximately 9:00 AM, Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB), will conduct mock disaster training at Maynooth Public School.

HPEDSB secondary students attend Student Voice conference at the Education Centre

05/01/2023

On Friday, April 28, secondary students from across HPEDSB gathered at the Education Centre in Belleville for the Student Voice Conference.

Family Symposium: Unlock your potential

04/26/2023

The HPEDSB Parent Involvement Committee is hosting the Family Symposium on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at the Belleville YMCA.

Budget challenges for the 2023-2024 school year

04/26/2023

Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is facing an anticipated budget shortfall for the 2023-2024 school year that is expected to exceed $4 million.

Centennial Secondary School hosts Bandfest 2023

04/25/2023

On April 24, Centennial Secondary School (CSS) hosted Bandfest 2023, featuring performances from HPEDSB Grade 7/8 bands

Board Meeting Summary, April 24, 2023

04/24/2023

This is a summary of the April 24, 2023 public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board. Official minutes will be approved at the next regular meeting.

Five HPEDSB schools piloting new student-absence reporting system

04/21/2023

Student safety is the priority at HPEDSB schools. Being aware of planned student absences enhances communication between home and school, and is a time-saver. Over the coming weeks, five HPEDSB schools will begin piloting a new student absence reporting system called SafeArrival.

Budget Insights April Bulletin #1

04/21/2023

The April budget bulletin reviews student enrolment projections for September 2023

Martin Boyce, Stonewall Riot Activist at Centennial Secondary School

04/20/2023

On Wednesday, April 19, Martin Boyce, Stonewall Riot Activist, presented at Centennial Secondary School.

Skills Canada hosts Indigenous Trades orientation session for Grade 7/8 students

04/20/2023

On April 19, 2023, representatives from Skilled Trades Canada hosted an orientation event for HPEDSB Grade 7 and 8 students to share information about skilled trades opportunities.

Congratulations to Inspiring Excellence Award recipients

04/20/2023

As part of celebrations during Education Week, May 1 to 5, 2023, Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is preparing to honour educators and support staff who have been recognized by their peers for inspiring excellence.

Which students achieved awards at the QRSTF?

04/18/2023

Congratulations to several HPEDSB students who won prizes at the recent Quinte Regional Science and Technology Fair. Two HPEDSB students are proceeding to the Canada Wide Science Fair to be held in Edmonton, Alberta from May 14-19, 2023.

Student transportation/busing update following the routes review

04/17/2023

A student transportation review was recently conducted to determine route efficiencies and potential cost savings in five regions: Bayside, Belleville, Central Hastings, North Hastings and Trenton.

Student Art Show at Parrott Art Gallery opens April 20, 2023

04/13/2023

The 35th annual secondary student Art Show opens at the John M. Parrott Art Gallery on Thursday, April 20 at 6:00PM.

Centennial Secondary School musical "Sixteen in 10 Minutes or Less"

04/13/2023

Centennial Secondary School Theatre Productions presents the musical, "Sixteen in 10 Minutes or Less"

Contingency plan for Easthill Elementary

04/05/2023

As previously communicated, the construction of Easthill Elementary School has fallen behind schedule.

PECI production of High School Musical April 27 to 29, 2023

04/05/2023

We're all in this together! Join students and staff at Prince Edward Collegiate Institute (PECI) for their production of High School Musical.

Baker Bunnies Bake Sale a bouncing success

03/31/2023

On Wednesday, March 26, the Madoc Township PS Grade 4/5 class held the Baker Bunnies Bake Sale to raise money in support of Heart of Hastings Hospice.

Letter from Katherine MacIver, Director of Education

03/28/2023

As March draws to a close, we find ourselves anticipating warmer weather and opportunities for fun outdoor school and family activities.

Board Meeting Summary, March 27, 2023

03/27/2023

This is a summary of the March 27, 2023 public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board. Official minutes will be approved at the next regular meeting.

Student Transportation Town Hall Meetings

03/13/2023

Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is hosting a series of town hall meetings to discuss proposed changes to student transportation (busing) resulting from a transportation review.

Sean Pudlis talks skilled trades with Quinte News

03/10/2023

Sean Pudlis, Experiential Learning Coordinator at HPEDSB spoke with Quinte News about skilled trades opportunities that already exist in schools through programs like the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program

Survey to assess interest in Virtual School for the 2023-2024 school year

03/08/2023

Based on the information available at this time, Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB) is exploring the possibility of partnering with neighbouring public school boards to offer a K-10 virtual school, an elementary virtual school and a secondary virtual school option during the 2023-2024 school year.

Director of Education, Katherine MacIver's 95.5 FM interview

03/08/2023

Director of Education, Katherine MacIver, spoke with Mix 95.5 Hits FM about supporting young women and all students at HPEDSB with achieving success and pursuing their goals.

Contingency planning for Easthill Elementary School

03/03/2023

An update about construction of the new Easthill Elementary School was the focus of a town hall meeting last night. Easthill Elementary School (EES) is under construction on the site of Queen Elizabeth School on Macdonald Avenue in east Belleville.

Madoc Township Grade 4/5s combat litter

03/02/2023

Angela Burr's Grade 4/5 class from Madoc Township Public School presented a proposal to the Madoc Township city council for support in helping to clean up litter.

Invitation to review draft board policy

03/01/2023

A new draft board policy, 7.1 Board Member Code of Conduct, is available for public review and feedback.

HPEDSB releases Long-term Capital and Accommodation Plan with options for consideration

02/28/2023

School boards are required to have long-term capital plans to address pupil accommodation and programming needs. These plans provide a system-wide assessment and synopsis of student accommodation, including opportunities, challenges and limitations.

Exciting new Skilled Trades planning tool for HPEDSB students

02/28/2023

With over one hundred skilled trades career options available, it can be challenging for students to learn about their post-secondary options

Board Meeting Update, February 27, 2023

02/27/2023

This is a summary of the February 27, 2023 public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board. It was livestreamed (the recorded version will be available within 24 hours) and is an unofficial summary of the meeting; official minutes will be approved at the next regular meeting.

Transition to Kindergarten workshop for students with special education needs

02/22/2023

On Thursday, March 2 from 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM a live virtual information night is being held to provide families of children with special needs information and resources to support a successful transition to kindergarten in September.

Destinations class information night Feb 23, 2023

02/21/2023

The Destinations class is for Grade 7 and 8 students who are innately curious and passionate about learning.

Socks for Society fundraiser

02/14/2023

Annie Wu and her friends Haleigh MacPherson and Kidan Singer co-founded the Socks For Society fundraiser to raise money to buy warm, high quality socks and winter essentials for local people who are in need

We need your input for the 2023-2024 School Year Calendar

02/10/2023

Each year Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB) gathers input from employees, parents/guardians, students, community members and community partners about the dates for the school year calendar.

Guest author Monique Gray Smith at "Thoughtful Thursday"

02/10/2023

On February 9, more than 80 students and family members gathered for a special PJ’s and Blanket "Thoughtful Thursday" night at Sir John A. Macdonald School.

Welcome Ernie Parsons, trustee for Sidney and Frankford

01/23/2023

A new trustee for Sidney and Frankford was sworn in at the Board meeting this evening. Congratulations and welcome to Ernie Parsons.

Board Meeting Update, January 23, 2023

01/23/2023

This is a summary of the January 23, 2023 public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board.

Adventure Class Information Night February 9

01/20/2023

An Adventure Class information night for the 2023-2024 school year will be held in person on Thursday, February 9 at 5:00PM.

Community input invited for the 2023-2024 budget

01/13/2023

As we engage in the budget planning process for the 2023-2024 school year, we want to hear from you.

Invitation to review draft board policies

01/10/2023

Two new draft board policies, Exclusions of a Student From Class or School and Integrity and Accountability, are available for public review and feedback.

Happy holidays from Katherine MacIver, Director of Education

12/21/2022

On behalf of the trustees and staff of HPEDSB, best wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season!

Bayside Secondary School places first in Canada-wide Forged by Youth Award

12/20/2022

Bayside Secondary School (BSS) earned first place and has been awarded $15,000 in the 2022-2023 CWB Welding Foundation Forged by Youth Class Welding Project Award.

Board Meeting Update, December 19, 2022

12/19/2022

This is a summary of the December 19, 2022 special public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board.

Tentative agreement between HPEDSB and CUPE 1022

12/15/2022

A tentative collective agreement has been reached between the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board, and CUPE Local 1022.

Board Meeting Update, December 12, 2022

12/12/2022

This update is a summary of the December 12, 2022 public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board.

Cookies for Culture at Bayside SS

12/02/2022

On Thursday, December 1, Bayside Secondary School hosted a Cookies for Culture event, a joint effort between the Bayside Kindness Committee and International Students.

Invitation to apply for Sidney/Frankford Trustee vacancy

11/24/2022

Due to a vacancy, Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB) is seeking one qualified public school Board member to represent the electoral district of Sidney/Frankford for the term that ends November 2026.

Board Meeting Update, November 21, 2022

11/21/2022

This update provides a summary of the organizational public meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board held November 21, 2022.

No CUPE strike, schools will be open as usual

11/20/2022

It has been confirmed that a tentative agreement has been reached between CUPE education workers and the Government of Ontario, and that a strike will not proceed.

Preparations for remote learning starting Monday, November 21, 2022

11/18/2022

A strike by education workers of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) may occur next week...

Trustee vacancy

11/17/2022

Following the Inaugural Meeting of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board on November 15, 2022, a resignation was received from Kristen Parks