The indefinite suspension of classroom learning requires us to adapt and transform how we deliver education to the 8,400 students in our care. With the help of parents/guardians, our schools have developed flexible and innovative ways to accommodate the learning needs of students. We are pleased to announce the launch of a new website today that will provide parents/guardians with access to resources and information to support Learning@Home. Visit https://learningathome.hsd.ca.
Kids have questions about Covid-19. This Thursday, join us for a special event where kids ask the questions and receive answers from Lanette Siragusa and Dr. William Li. We’re in this together, so let’s talk about it! Tune in live on Thursday April 2 @11:00am. Send in your questions to…
Following the recommendations of the Chief Provincial Public Health Officer, the Minister of Education has directed all schools to suspend classroom learning indefinitely for this school year. This action is necessary to help contain the spread of COVID-19. The official news release is attached to this email. Please note that an indefinite suspension is open-ended. Classes may resume before…
COVID-19 Update (March, 20, 2020) The provincial government has declared a State of Emergency amid the COVID-19 pandemic. These are unprecedented and challenging times for education in Manitoba. With schools winding down across the province today (classes suspended March 23-27, April 6-10), we begin the transition to distance-based education for all students in our care.… Read More
The Minister of Education (in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer) has announced the suspension of classes in all Manitoba K-12 public schools beginning March 23, 2020, and extending past Spring Break through April 10, 2020. Schools will remain open and classes in session during the week of March 16-20.
The Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba, The Honourable Janice C. Filmon, C.M., O.M. visited Elmdale school today where she read to a class of Grade 4 students for “I Love to Read” month. Her Honour read from the children’s book “Meet Viola Desmond.” The Lieutentant Governor also presented the Metis Education Kit to…
Hanover School Division EY/MY Teachers, Learning Coaches, and Student Service Clinicians gathered at CMS today for a full day of professional development (Superintendent’s PD Day). Guest speaker Dr. Jenni Donohoo presented on the topic of Collective Efficacy: How Educators’ Beliefs Impact Student Learning. When teachers believe that together, they are capable of developing students’critical thinking skills, creativity, and…
Hanover School Division Superintendent/CEO Randy Dueck has informed the Board of Trustees of his intent to retire at the end of this school year, effective July 30, 2020. Mr. Dueck has been a life-long learner and educator. His ability to teach, lead, motivate, and inspire has been evident throughout his 33-year career in public and private education. Mr. Dueck joined Hanover School Division in 1987. He was a teacher at…
Congratulations to HSD Director of Technology Services, Chris Mackinnon. Winner of Info-Tech Research Group’s 2019 CIO Award (Small Business Division). The CIO Award recognizes outstanding achievement in the IT Industry and is given to Chief Information Officers who receive the highest satisfaction scores on their…
The Manitoba government is investing $4.4 million to enhance access to school-based mental health and addictions supports, beginning in Brandon, Portage la Prairie and Steinbach, Education Minister Kelvin Goertzen and Health, Seniors and Active Living Minister Cameron Friesen announced today. This innovative initiative allows for enhanced access to supports prior to requiring a referral to other…
