Winter Storm 

Dear KPR Families,

We’re surrounded by the peak of fall colours, and this time of year presents a beautiful backdrop for both indoor and outdoor learning opportunities! The collaboration and partnership happening in schools and behind the scenes, to create community-focused activities, such as field trips and other events, is remarkable. It brings me joy to see the impact of this collective work, and all the many ways students, staff, and school communities embrace the #WeAreKPR spirit! 

Student Trustees, Julia Redwood and Nevyn Ghori are perfect examples of the #WeAreKPR spirit in action. Representing over 35,000 students across the board, Julia and Nevyn are passionate about amplifying student voice and are focused on key priorities like accessibility and transparency! I invite you to watch this short video to get to know Nevyn and Julia.

This week, schools recognized Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Appreciation Day on October 21. This day shines a spotlight on the important work of Registered ECEs and staff working in schools – both in full-day Kindergarten and school-based child care settings. We appreciate the professionalism, skills and dedication of all staff who work with young children.

We also celebrated School Bus Driver Appreciation Day on October 22. We thank all school bus drivers and transportation staff for their dedicated service and commitment to providing safe transportation for students – and for playing an integral role in our local education system. 

As we look ahead to November, we welcome Indigenous Peoples Awareness Month, with many important days of Indigenous significance. For information about these and other days of significance, please visit KPR’s Events Calendar.

Sincerely, 

Rita Russo

Director of Education

KPR NEWS

DEADLINE EXTENDED – REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 10! International and Indigenous Language (IILE) Programming

Students in Kindergarten to Grade 8 can participate in free, non-credit international and Indigenous language courses outside of school hours! The program will run Tuesdays, 4:30-6:00 p.m. at KPR’s Centres for Individual Studies in Clarington and Northumberland, and PACE @ PCVS in Peterborough (subject to minimum student numbers). Learn more and register online.

Volunteer Policy Updates

We are pleased to share that updates to Board Policy B-7.2 Volunteers and corresponding Administrative Regulation B-7.2.1 Volunteers have been approved. 

These updates include moving from a yearly Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search to one every five years, and the completion of an Annual Volunteer Offence Declaration for the years in between – and will help support volunteer engagement in school activities and student achievement, while also removing barriers to participation. 

Importantly, these changes will help reduce costs and wait times for volunteers who wish to support students and schools on a continual, year-over-year basis. Parents/caregivers and volunteers can contact their school’s office for more information. 

Introducing RISE for Student Documents 

KPR is excited to announce the launch of RISE – a secure digital platform for communicating securely and managing and sharing important student documents for special education.

To ensure families receive school reminders and news, and to access important student documents for special education, we remind parents and caregivers to ensure their email contact information is up to date with the school office. 

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month

School boards, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Educational Collaborative Network of Ontario (ECNO), are promoting best practices in cyber safety, cyber security, and online privacy throughout Cyber Security Awareness Month. The intent is to encourage safer and more secure practices across school communities when using digital technologies and the internet. Learn more and follow along on KPR’s social media @kprschools! 

The learning focus for the month of November isTreaties. To access weekly activities, reflection questions and resources to support your learning, visit the resource at the following link: Passport to Reconciliation - Treaties

Dear KPR families and caregivers, 

As we near the end of Veterans’ Week, and approach Remembrance Day and Indigenous Veterans’ Day, we join Canadians across the country in honouring and reflecting on the service, courage and sacrifice of those who served, and those who continue to serve courageously in times of war, conflict, and peace.  

During November, designated in KPR as Indigenous Peoples Awareness Month, we recognize intentional time for students and staff to expand their learning, celebrate Indigenous excellence, and amplify the voices of First Nation, Métis and Inuit peoples. Today is Inuit Day, and this week was Treaties Recognition Week, an important opportunity to learn more about Treaty rights and relationships. As many of you know, KPR schools are situated on land within the Williams Treaties of 1923, signed with the Mississauga and Chippewa Nations. 

I am grateful to KPR students and staff for their thoughtful engagement not only during November, but throughout the entire year. Schools and classes are so fortunate to learn directly from authentic Indigenous voices, Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers, and I encourage everyone to share what they learn with others. 

For information about significant days and events at KPR, such as Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week from November 17-21, please visit KPR’s Events Calendar and follow @kprschools on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram. 

Have a wonderful weekend, 

Rita Russo 
Director of Education 

KPR NEWS 

KPR’s Every Student Matters Census 

Help us improve programs and services for all KPR students! Parents/caregivers and students can share their voice by completing KPR’s Every Student Matters Census from November 26-December 10.  

The Census gathers demographic data about the backgrounds and experiences of students and communities to help schools, and the broader school community:  

• better understand the diversity and needs of students and school communities,  

• identify and address barriers to student success, inclusion and well-being,  

• allocate resources and improve programs and services for the benefit of ALL students.   

Parents/caregivers, students and staff are invited to learn more about the Census, at an online Community Information Session on November 19, at 6:00 p.m.  

Completion of the Census is voluntary and confidential.  

More information is available at www.kprschools.ca/census. 

DEADLINE EXTENDED – REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 10!  

International and Indigenous Language (IILE) Programming 

Students in Kindergarten to Grade 8 can participate in free, non-credit international and Indigenous language courses outside of school hours! The program will run Tuesdays, 4:30-6:00 p.m. at KPR’s Centres for Individual Studies in Clarington and Northumberland, and PACE @ PCVS in Peterborough (subject to minimum student registration numbers).  

Learn more about the program and register online. 

High School Grade 8 Information Nights & NEW Resource for Grade 8 Families  

KRR secondary schools host information sessions for parents, caregivers and students in December and January. Grade 8 families can learn about programs, courses and the many exciting opportunities that are available! Follow @kprschools on Instagram and Facebook, or visit the board website for event dates and times.   

In addition to Grade 8 Information Nights, KPR’s Plan for Success 2025-2026 is a new resource that is designed to support students and families in planning for a successful transition to high school. Answering common questions about high school, and covering topics such as graduation requirements, course selection and career pathways, this resource helps empower students and families to make informed decisions about their high school experience!  

The learning focus for the month of December is Music. To access weekly activities, reflection questions and resources to support your learning, visit the resource at the following link: Passport to Reconciliation - Music

Dear KPR Families,

We’re surrounded by the peak of fall colours, and this time of year presents a beautiful backdrop for both indoor and outdoor learning opportunities! The collaboration and partnership happening in schools and behind the scenes, to create community-focused activities, such as field trips and other events, is remarkable. It brings me joy to see the impact of this collective work, and all the many ways students, staff, and school communities embrace the #WeAreKPR spirit! 

Student Trustees, Julia Redwood and Nevyn Ghori are perfect examples of the #WeAreKPR spirit in action. Representing over 35,000 students across the board, Julia and Nevyn are passionate about amplifying student voice and are focused on key priorities like accessibility and transparency! I invite you to watch this short video to get to know Nevyn and Julia.

This week, schools recognized Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Appreciation Day on October 21. This day shines a spotlight on the important work of Registered ECEs and staff working in schools – both in full-day Kindergarten and school-based child care settings. We appreciate the professionalism, skills and dedication of all staff who work with young children.

We also celebrated School Bus Driver Appreciation Day on October 22. We thank all school bus drivers and transportation staff for their dedicated service and commitment to providing safe transportation for students – and for playing an integral role in our local education system. 

As we look ahead to November, we welcome Indigenous Peoples Awareness Month, with many important days of Indigenous significance. For information about these and other days of significance, please visit KPR’s Events Calendar.

Sincerely, 

Rita Russo

Director of Education

KPR NEWS

DEADLINE EXTENDED – REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 10! International and Indigenous Language (IILE) Programming

Students in Kindergarten to Grade 8 can participate in free, non-credit international and Indigenous language courses outside of school hours! The program will run Tuesdays, 4:30-6:00 p.m. at KPR’s Centres for Individual Studies in Clarington and Northumberland, and PACE @ PCVS in Peterborough (subject to minimum student numbers). Learn more and register online.

Volunteer Policy Updates

We are pleased to share that updates to Board Policy B-7.2 Volunteers and corresponding Administrative Regulation B-7.2.1 Volunteers have been approved. 

These updates include moving from a yearly Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search to one every five years, and the completion of an Annual Volunteer Offence Declaration for the years in between – and will help support volunteer engagement in school activities and student achievement, while also removing barriers to participation. 

Importantly, these changes will help reduce costs and wait times for volunteers who wish to support students and schools on a continual, year-over-year basis. Parents/caregivers and volunteers can contact their school’s office for more information. 

Introducing RISE for Student Documents 

KPR is excited to announce the launch of RISE – a secure digital platform for communicating securely and managing and sharing important student documents for special education.

To ensure families receive school reminders and news, and to access important student documents for special education, we remind parents and caregivers to ensure their email contact information is up to date with the school office. 

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month

School boards, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Educational Collaborative Network of Ontario (ECNO), are promoting best practices in cyber safety, cyber security, and online privacy throughout Cyber Security Awareness Month. The intent is to encourage safer and more secure practices across school communities when using digital technologies and the internet. Learn more and follow along on KPR’s social media @kprschools! 

The learning focus for the month of November isTreaties. To access weekly activities, reflection questions and resources to support your learning, visit the resource at the following link: Passport to Reconciliation - Treaties

Dear KPR families and caregivers, 

As we near the end of Veterans’ Week, and approach Remembrance Day and Indigenous Veterans’ Day, we join Canadians across the country in honouring and reflecting on the service, courage and sacrifice of those who served, and those who continue to serve courageously in times of war, conflict, and peace.  

During November, designated in KPR as Indigenous Peoples Awareness Month, we recognize intentional time for students and staff to expand their learning, celebrate Indigenous excellence, and amplify the voices of First Nation, Métis and Inuit peoples. Today is Inuit Day, and this week was Treaties Recognition Week, an important opportunity to learn more about Treaty rights and relationships. As many of you know, KPR schools are situated on land within the Williams Treaties of 1923, signed with the Mississauga and Chippewa Nations. 

I am grateful to KPR students and staff for their thoughtful engagement not only during November, but throughout the entire year. Schools and classes are so fortunate to learn directly from authentic Indigenous voices, Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers, and I encourage everyone to share what they learn with others. 

For information about significant days and events at KPR, such as Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week from November 17-21, please visit KPR’s Events Calendar and follow @kprschools on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram. 

Have a wonderful weekend, 

Rita Russo 
Director of Education 

KPR NEWS 

KPR’s Every Student Matters Census 

Help us improve programs and services for all KPR students! Parents/caregivers and students can share their voice by completing KPR’s Every Student Matters Census from November 26-December 10.  

The Census gathers demographic data about the backgrounds and experiences of students and communities to help schools, and the broader school community:  

• better understand the diversity and needs of students and school communities,  

• identify and address barriers to student success, inclusion and well-being,  

• allocate resources and improve programs and services for the benefit of ALL students.   

Parents/caregivers, students and staff are invited to learn more about the Census, at an online Community Information Session on November 19, at 6:00 p.m.  

Completion of the Census is voluntary and confidential.  

More information is available at www.kprschools.ca/census. 

DEADLINE EXTENDED – REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 10!  

International and Indigenous Language (IILE) Programming 

Students in Kindergarten to Grade 8 can participate in free, non-credit international and Indigenous language courses outside of school hours! The program will run Tuesdays, 4:30-6:00 p.m. at KPR’s Centres for Individual Studies in Clarington and Northumberland, and PACE @ PCVS in Peterborough (subject to minimum student registration numbers).  

Learn more about the program and register online. 

High School Grade 8 Information Nights & NEW Resource for Grade 8 Families  

KRR secondary schools host information sessions for parents, caregivers and students in December and January. Grade 8 families can learn about programs, courses and the many exciting opportunities that are available! Follow @kprschools on Instagram and Facebook, or visit the board website for event dates and times.   

In addition to Grade 8 Information Nights, KPR’s Plan for Success 2025-2026 is a new resource that is designed to support students and families in planning for a successful transition to high school. Answering common questions about high school, and covering topics such as graduation requirements, course selection and career pathways, this resource helps empower students and families to make informed decisions about their high school experience!  

The learning focus for the month of December is Music. To access weekly activities, reflection questions and resources to support your learning, visit the resource at the following link: Passport to Reconciliation - Music