Keewatin-Patricia District School Board

09/01/2026

Do you have questions or concerns about your child's education? Start by speaking with your child's teacher, principal, or superintendent. If you still need support, our school board's Student and Family Support Office can help answer questions, provide information, and connect you with the appropriate supports: https://www.kpdsb.ca/students_families/student_and_family_support_office

When you contact the office you can submit an Anonymous Bullying Report, a Student Individual Education Plan (IEP)/Accommodations Report, and/or a General Inquiries/Concerns Report.

09/01/2026

Welcome back, KPDSB students and families! Our first day back is Tuesday, September 1st.

We are excited to begin another year of learning, growth, and community together. At KPDSB, we strive to help every student achieve Mino-bimaadiziwin: living a good life/achieving dreams in mind, body, and spirit. Here’s to a great start to the 2026-27 school year!

08/31/2026

Please see the following media release from KPDSB's Chair of the Board, Roger Griffiths:

As of August 31, 2026 CEO/Director of Education Christy Radbourne has resigned. The Board wishes Ms. Radbourne luck in future endeavors.

Chantal Moore will continue as Acting Chief Executive Officer/Director of Education until such time the Board appoints a Chief Executive Officer.

Chair Roger Griffiths expressed thanks to Chantal Moore, “With the start of a new school year, Trustees are grateful that Acting Chief Executive Officer has agreed to assist the Board as we transition”.

08/31/2026

Effective September 2026, grading and mark breakdowns in secondary school will experience some significant changes.

Attendance and participation will now count for 15% of students' final grades in Grades 9/10, and 10% in Grades 11/12.

In-person final exams will also be mandatory for most classes during scheduled exam days.

See the graphic below for more information. Please ensure you continually communicate with your child's school and administration about absences and check your child's Student Handbook and course outlines for more information about grade breakdowns.

08/31/2026

KPDSB wants to remind families of the insuremykids® Protection Plan available for students through the Reliable Life Insurance Company. Participation in the programme is voluntary and the costs are to be paid by the parent or guardian.

For more information and brochures, please visit our Student Accident Insurance page on our website at www.kpdsb.ca/students_families/student_accident_insurance or the insuremykids® website at www.insuremykids.com

08/28/2026

We're counting down the top 10 tips to make the transition to school easier for you and your child. If you have a child starting Kindergarten this fall, or if your child is starting at a KPDSB school for the first time, these tips are for you!

Tip #10: BE INVOLVED—YOU WILL ALWAYS BE YOUR CHILD’S NUMBER ONE TEACHER!
Keep in contact with the school about your child’s program and progress. All children develop and learn at different rates. To support your child throughout their school career, it is important to be involved in school activities and to be connected to the school community.

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08/27/2026

We're counting down the top 10 tips to make the transition to school easier for you and your child. If you have a child starting Kindergarten this fall, or if your child is starting at a KPDSB school for the first time, these tips are for you!

Tip #9: STAY ACTIVE!
Give your child every opportunity to exercise and develop healthy muscles by running, climbing, or playing with a ball. Smaller hand muscles can be strengthened with Play-Doh, pencils, and crayons.

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08/26/2026

KPDSB is hiring! Check out the job posting below for a temporary Human Resources Officer in Dryden. Apply now and start a progressive career path with KPDSB!

Learn more by clicking this link: https://kpdsb.simplication.com/Applicant/jobposting/jobdetails.aspx?JOB_POSTING_ID=a0d2083e-e3f6-45e6-8acc-7df0f2afac66

08/26/2026

08/26/2026

We're counting down the top 10 tips to make the transition to school easier for you and your child. If you have a child starting Kindergarten this fall, or if your child is starting at a KPDSB school for the first time, these tips are for you!

Tip #8: CHOOSE CLOTHES THAT ARE DURABLE, EASY TO CLEAN & EASY TO PUT ON, TAKE OFF & FASTEN INDEPENDENTLY
Encourage your child to practice putting on and taking off their jackets, snow pants, boots, mitts, and hats. Also be sure to label everything.

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