The Saskatchewan Rivers Public School Division (SRPSD) is excited and honored to announce that we will be joining the Metis Nation-Saskatchewan in preserving and revitalizing Michif language and culture. The Metis Nation Saskatchewan will provide support, expertise and resources while early learning staff within SRPSD will provide knowledge, vibrant early learning environments and strong community…
At the recent Board meeting, trustees frequently expressed gratitude for the amazing staff who provide excellence in education, despite the extra challenges from COVID. Other meeting highlights include: 1. Successful Enrolment and Engagement Initiative The Board learned about the impressive work that has helped families overcome their specific COVID related challenges in schooling. Staff in…
DLC families were invited to choose from a choice board of activities to celebrate Earth Day 2021. Teachers used this opportunity to explore literature related to preserving our Earth and students produced various pieces of writing in response. The staff spent some time picking up trash one day as well. Check out some of our…
The Métis Nation-Saskatchewan recognizes the challenges presented by the COVID Pandemic. The Saskatchewan Rivers Public School Division has schools located in both the Western Region 1 and Western Region 2 areas. SRPSD would like to say thank you to Glen McCallum, MN-S President, Loretta King, Western Region 1 Regional Director and Sherry McLennan, Western Region…
On behalf of my fellow trustees, I want to express our sincere sympathy to the Thunderchild family at this sad time. Over the years, we had the pleasure of meeting Victor during school visits and in a variety of professional and social settings. He always impressed us as a dedicated teacher and as an advocate for…
In the 2019-2020 school year, the Grade 7 music class at Red Wing Public School applied for and received a grant from our local Optimist Club for the purchase of some new concert ukuleles. The Optimist Club graciously funded the purchase of 15 instruments and 30 hooks so that the new instruments as well as…
SRPSD’s Indigenous Perspectives Consultant and Coaches organized virtual opportunities for classes from grades 1 – 12 from throughout the division to listen and learn from Indigenous storytellers in honour of Indigenous Storytelling month in February. Twenty grade 7 – 12 SRPSD classes attended sessions with Cree storyteller, Joseph Naytowhow who shared sacred stories and songs.…
At the March 8, 2021, Board Meeting, staff appreciation emerged in many conversations. Trustees frequently expressed gratitude for the amazing work of staff to provide excellence in education, despite the extra challenges from COVID. Other meeting highlights include: SRPSD Board Meeting with Minister of Education Trustees valued the opportunity to meet virtually with the Minister…
