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Update for Families: May 3, 2024
Posted on Friday, May 03, 2024 03:15 PM
Dear KPR Families,
Welcome to May! We have much to look forward to over the coming weeks, filled with some of the most memorable and joyful activities of the school year!
As part of our continued recognition of National Volunteer Week, eight exceptional volunteers from across the district were recognized for their dedicated service and presented with Accolade Awards at this week’s Board meeting. Stories highlighting their passion and enthusiasm for volunteering are featured in the News and...
Volunteers Promoting Teamwork and Bringing Nutritious Snacks and Programs to Schools
Posted on Friday, May 03, 2024 09:00 AM
Amanda Murugan – R.F. Downey Public School
Students at R.F. Downey Public School are starting their mornings in a positive way, ready and focused to learn, thanks to the volunteer efforts of Amanda Murugan who supports the school’s nutrition program.
Amanda is a dedicated and highly valued volunteer who generously shares her time to prepare nutritious and healthy snacks each day, contributing greatly towards the well-being and success of students.
Amanda is recognized not only for her daily...
Volunteers Supporting Student Learning Inside and Outside the Classroom
Posted on Thursday, May 02, 2024 09:00 AM
Jackie Nicholls - Beatrice Strong Public School
For the past three years, Jackie Nicholls has been an active volunteer at Beatrice Strong Public School. Coming to the school twice a week, sometimes more, Jackie has built a strong rapport with the students and staff, and supports a wide range of activities – from working with small groups of students in Grades 2 and 4 to complete literacy tasks, to supporting the Mathletes program, to helping with special events such as Mall Day, the annual...
Volunteers in Action, Brightening School Days
Posted on Wednesday, May 01, 2024 02:55 PM
Tammy Walsh – Vincent Massey Public School
Tammy Walsh is an outstanding and passionate volunteer who has made a meaningful impact at Vincent Massey Public School.
Described as “the Mastermind of the Snack Program,” Tammy dedicates countless hours of her time to shopping for food and supplies, organizing and planning healthy snacks, and soliciting donations within the community for much needed items for the school, such as air fryers and slow cookers. She also promotes inclusion within the school...
Update for Families: March 1, 2024
Posted on Friday, March 01, 2024 04:28 PM
Dear KPR Families,
March is upon us and spring is on the way! The changing of the seasons is a wonderful time to reflect on our relationship with the land, water, trees and natural world. It is also a great time for us to appreciate the work of KPR’s custodial staff for their dedicated efforts to keep our schools clean during wet weather!
During February, schools participated in Black History Month by intentionally recognizing the achievements, contributions and lived experiences of Black...