Annually March 21 is observed as International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. This year, SRPSD requested and the Minister of Education has proclaimed this day as Elimination of Racial Discrimination Day in Saskatchewan. While progress has been made, this day is a chance for us to reflect on the fact that there are…
The third annual SRPSD Ribbon Skirt and Ribbon Shirt Day is Wednesday, March 8th. The inaugural division wide Ribbon Skirt and Ribbon Shirt Day was to stand in solidarity with now 12-year-old Isabella Kulak, a member of Cote First Nation, whose story gained national attention and started a movement when she was shamed for wearing…
Westview Public School had plenty of activities throughout the month of February. Educational Associate, Mr. John Brady McDonald, shared his gift of storytelling with classes. A school wide spirit day was held celebrating the 100 Days of School. Staff and students dressed like they were 100 years old. On Pink Shirt Day we “Lifted Each…
The Ministry of Education has proclaimed February 2023 as Inclusive Education Month. Saskatchewan Rivers Public School Division celebrates a commitment to student achievement through a shared vision of pursuit of excellence, respect for diversity and achievement for all. Through inclusive and cultural responsiveness practices, students are affirmed and diversity is being celebrated in all of…
The Ministry of Education has declared February 15, 2023, as Pink Shirt Day in Saskatchewan. Pink Day began in 2007, when a grade nine student in Cambridge, Nova Scotia was bullied by classmates for wearing a pink shirt to school. Taking notice, two students rallied their peers to send a message to the bullies. The…
