Keewatin-Patricia District School Board (KPDSB) ConnectEd is a unique program that provides increased course opportunities and equity of access to student programming. Some schools may not offer a course because of insufficient registration or interest. In this situation, one secondary school will offer the course and students in other schools will be able to register […]
While the KPDSB created a virtual school to welcome students for the 2020-2021 school year, the 2021-2022 school year saw a dramatic decline in the number of families choosing remote learning. In September 2020, more than 800 students were enrolled in virtual learning. In September 2021. Just under 100 students Board-wide were learning virtually. Due […]
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The program was first introduced in September 2016, following the implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding with Nishnawbe Aski Nation and the Keewatin-Patricia District School Board. As part of the support program, our school board collaborates with eight First Nation schools to, “design and promote strategies to equip First Nation students with the self-confidence and […]
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In KPDSB Pathways, students use a four-step inquiry process to help develop the knowledge and skills necessary to make informed education, career and life choices. This involves learning both inside and outside of the classroom that guides students to explore the following questions: Who am I? What are my opportunities? Who do I want to […]
In the Keewatin-Patricia District School Board, we offer child-centred and developmentally appropriate kindergarten programs that provide a foundation for children’s educational careers. Our kindergarten classrooms provide rich learning environments for four- and five-year-olds to prepare them for success through Grade 12 and beyond. We are proud to offer 34 Kindergarten programs within our 16 elementary […]
The work of RRNST continues despite the pandemic and perhaps is even more critical given our current reality. In the spring of 2021, much of its work continued virtually and involved ongoing resource provision to support land-based learning opportunities for youth. With the loosening of health regulations this past fall, the team can now travel […]
Last year, the central special education team continued to adapt Individualized Education Program (IEP) and IPRC processes and procedures virtually to meet the needs of special education students and their families. Our speech-language pathologists assessed students virtually and provided support to speech-language assistants and school teams. Our applied behaviour analysis leaders continued supporting students and […]
The 2020–2021 school year included a focus on a mentally healthy return to school for all students, including their re-engagement back into the classroom. Educators continued to create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning space for all. Creating a sense of belonging and a mentally healthy return to school following a period of remote learning, […]
Keewatin PS – Capital Renovation In the fall of 2020, we were pleased to announce a child care renovation at Keewatin Public School in partnership with the Ministry of Education and the Government of Ontario. The project is nearing completion with the scope of work including: An in-school child care space with a licensing capacity […]
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