Kindergarten Welcome night! Thursday, August 31st! 
Form 1 5pm-6pm
Form 2 6pm-7pm

To best protect our students while providing family access to schools, NESD schools will be using a video/intercom operating system effective September 5th, 2023. The basis for this change is to enhance the safety and security of our school from unauthorized visitors. Students, family members, and all other authorized people who wish to enter the school during learning hours of 9:00am to 12:50pm and 12:50pm to 3:25pm will be granted access through our entrace system located at our front doors. Please use the doorbell and we will answer your call. 
Thank you for understanding and supporting this change. 

Its Terry Fox time!! 

Our school is planning to run for Terry on Friday September 22^nd at 1:00pm.  We will have a short assembly in the gym followed by the run which will be held outdoors.  Families are welcome to attend! 

There are 2 ways to donate – online, Central Park Elementary School - Nipawin, SK | Terry Fox School Run   Donations can also be sent to school with your child and handed to their classroom teacher.

We have set a fundraising goal this year and hope we can reach $1000.00.  if we reach $500.00 in the first week the students will earn an extra whole school recess and if we reach our $1000.00 goal, we will have a freezie day! 

Thank – you for considering this special cause and we look forward to running in Terry’s honour again this year. 

Please see attached school year calendar. Please note there is no school for students on October 2nd, teacher convention day. 

Check out our special events happening this month at CPES.

Open House for students and families! 

Please come and meet your child's teacher, our staff and visit classrooms.

Games night in our gym! Bring your favorite board game if you wish or use one of ours!

Oct. 9^th – Happy Thanksgiving! no school for students and staff.
Oct. 16^th- Picture Day! Rm 4 form-2, Rm 8 form-2, Rm 28, Rm 23, Rm 22,
                          Rm 2, Rm 3, Rm 18, Rm 26, Rm 27
Oct. 17^th- Picture Day! Rm 4 form-1, Rm 8 form-1, Prek am/pm classes. Rm 25
Oct. 18^th & 19^th – SLC’s for students! Sign up through Edsby or call the school office.
Oct. 18^th & 19^th – Schlastic Book Fair, 3:30pm-7:30pm (Cash or cheque only) in the AW Rm.                  Oct. 26^th 11am- Assembley, School Spirit Day- Cowboy/Farmer/Plaid/Jeans Day!
Oct. 31^st 1pm- Halloween Costume Parade! Families Welcome!
Nov. 1^st – School Spirit Day- Pajama Day!

Please consider donating your gently used clothing for this event.  We accept all clothing items from infant to adult.  Children's clothing is always in demand and any donations would be greatly appreciated.  Thank you

CPES Halloween Costume Parade tomorrow 1pm. Families welcome! 
Wednesday, November 1st PJ Day for students and staff. 

Nov. 1^st - Pajama Day for students and staff
Nov. 10^th – Remembrance Day Program 9:30am. Families are welcome!
Nov. 13^th – No School – Remembrance Day weekend
Nov. 15^th – Lifetouch Photo Retakes 1pm
Nov. 20^th – No school for students. School Improvement Planning day for staff.
Nov. 30^th – November Assembly @1pm. School Spirit Day ; Hat/Toque Day! 

Report cards will be released on Edsby today for grades 1, 2 and 3! Please see attached note regarding Student Assessments. 

Reminder that there is no school on Monday, November 20th for students as staff take part in School Improvement Planning. 

Dec. 13^th - Kindergarten and Grade 1 Christmas Concerts - 1 pm. and 7 pm.

Dec. 14^th - Grade 2 and Grade 3 Concerts - 1 pm. and 7 pm.

Dec. 15^th - PreK Family Christmas - details to follow.

Dec. 22^nd - December Assembly @ 11 am - School Spirit Day - Crazy Socks and Sandals Day!

Dec. 23^rd - January 7^th - Christmas Break

Jan. 8^th – Back to class, Form 2 kindergarten.

Kindergarten Welcome night! Thursday, August 31st! 
Form 1 5pm-6pm
Form 2 6pm-7pm

To best protect our students while providing family access to schools, NESD schools will be using a video/intercom operating system effective September 5th, 2023. The basis for this change is to enhance the safety and security of our school from unauthorized visitors. Students, family members, and all other authorized people who wish to enter the school during learning hours of 9:00am to 12:50pm and 12:50pm to 3:25pm will be granted access through our entrace system located at our front doors. Please use the doorbell and we will answer your call. 
Thank you for understanding and supporting this change. 

Its Terry Fox time!! 

Our school is planning to run for Terry on Friday September 22^nd at 1:00pm.  We will have a short assembly in the gym followed by the run which will be held outdoors.  Families are welcome to attend! 

There are 2 ways to donate – online, Central Park Elementary School - Nipawin, SK | Terry Fox School Run   Donations can also be sent to school with your child and handed to their classroom teacher.

We have set a fundraising goal this year and hope we can reach $1000.00.  if we reach $500.00 in the first week the students will earn an extra whole school recess and if we reach our $1000.00 goal, we will have a freezie day! 

Thank – you for considering this special cause and we look forward to running in Terry’s honour again this year. 

Please see attached school year calendar. Please note there is no school for students on October 2nd, teacher convention day. 

Check out our special events happening this month at CPES.

Open House for students and families! 

Please come and meet your child's teacher, our staff and visit classrooms.

Games night in our gym! Bring your favorite board game if you wish or use one of ours!

Oct. 9^th – Happy Thanksgiving! no school for students and staff.
Oct. 16^th- Picture Day! Rm 4 form-2, Rm 8 form-2, Rm 28, Rm 23, Rm 22,
                          Rm 2, Rm 3, Rm 18, Rm 26, Rm 27
Oct. 17^th- Picture Day! Rm 4 form-1, Rm 8 form-1, Prek am/pm classes. Rm 25
Oct. 18^th & 19^th – SLC’s for students! Sign up through Edsby or call the school office.
Oct. 18^th & 19^th – Schlastic Book Fair, 3:30pm-7:30pm (Cash or cheque only) in the AW Rm.                  Oct. 26^th 11am- Assembley, School Spirit Day- Cowboy/Farmer/Plaid/Jeans Day!
Oct. 31^st 1pm- Halloween Costume Parade! Families Welcome!
Nov. 1^st – School Spirit Day- Pajama Day!

Please consider donating your gently used clothing for this event.  We accept all clothing items from infant to adult.  Children's clothing is always in demand and any donations would be greatly appreciated.  Thank you

CPES Halloween Costume Parade tomorrow 1pm. Families welcome! 
Wednesday, November 1st PJ Day for students and staff. 

Nov. 1^st - Pajama Day for students and staff
Nov. 10^th – Remembrance Day Program 9:30am. Families are welcome!
Nov. 13^th – No School – Remembrance Day weekend
Nov. 15^th – Lifetouch Photo Retakes 1pm
Nov. 20^th – No school for students. School Improvement Planning day for staff.
Nov. 30^th – November Assembly @1pm. School Spirit Day ; Hat/Toque Day! 

Report cards will be released on Edsby today for grades 1, 2 and 3! Please see attached note regarding Student Assessments. 

Reminder that there is no school on Monday, November 20th for students as staff take part in School Improvement Planning. 

Dec. 13^th - Kindergarten and Grade 1 Christmas Concerts - 1 pm. and 7 pm.

Dec. 14^th - Grade 2 and Grade 3 Concerts - 1 pm. and 7 pm.

Dec. 15^th - PreK Family Christmas - details to follow.

Dec. 22^nd - December Assembly @ 11 am - School Spirit Day - Crazy Socks and Sandals Day!

Dec. 23^rd - January 7^th - Christmas Break

Jan. 8^th – Back to class, Form 2 kindergarten.

Last Day of School is Friday, December 22, 2023.

Students are back in the classroom on January 8, 2024

December 12, 2023

Dear NESD Families,

We wish to keep you informed of the ongoing negotiations between the NESD and CUPE Local 4875.  CUPE Local 4875 represents educational support workers such as Educational Associates, Caretakers, Bus Drivers, Outreach Workers, School Administrative Assistants, Food Services, Library, Maintenance, and IT staff in the majority of our communities in the North East.

CUPE 4875 recently announced that that they have voted in favor of a strike mandate should a deal not be reached between the two sides.   Bargaining started in October of 2022.   In March 2023 an impasse was reached, and both sides agreed to appoint a mediator from the Ministry of Labour Relations to assist with the negotiations.   Both sides have continued to meet with the mediator to help reach an agreement.   Future bargaining dates have been established.

In the event of job action, our schools might experience disruptions. In some instances, a strike might lead to temporary school closures. It is important to note, not all NESD schools have CUPE members in the roles shared above (see linked school roles).

Our priority in the NESD is to ensure that all families are well-informed to prepare for any potential changes to our schools’ regular schedules. We are committed to providing timely notifications through emails, text messages and Edsby regarding any job action announcements. Updates will also be posted on our website, Edsby, and social media platforms.

We understand that uncertainty in your child's school creates challenges for you and we will do our best to keep you updated.  For any further inquiries or concerns, please feel free to reach out to our Division Office. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to ensure a positive and supportive environment for our students and families and our NESD staff.

Warm regards,

Stacy Lair, Director of Education

North East School Division

Treaty 6 Territory

Statement From North East School Division - December 19, 2023

CUPE 4875 recently announced that that they have voted in favor of a strike mandate should a deal not be reached. Bargaining started in October of 2022. In March 2023 an impasse was reached, and a mediator from the Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety was appointed to assist with the negotiations. Both sides have continued to meet with the mediator to help reach an agreement. Future bargaining dates have been established and active negotiations are ongoing.

The North East School Division (NESD) will continue to work towards a successful conclusion in bargaining with CUPE. Currently, negotiations are centered on wages, with the NESD providing a competitive offer to CUPE 4875 that is within our funding capabilities and among the highest in wage settlements across School Divisions in the province.

The NESD appreciates the hard work and dedication of our exceptional staff, inclusive of our CUPE members and eagerly anticipates our continued progress together.

Stacy Lair, NESD Director of Education
Treaty 6 Territory, Melfort SK

January 8, 2024 

Dear NESD Families, 

Happy New Year! As we embark on a fresh start in 2024, I would like to extend a heartfelt welcome back to all our students, families, and staff. The beginning of a new year is always a time of excitement and anticipation, and we are thrilled to see what this year will bring for our school communities. It is our continuous privilege to be a part of your children's educational journey. 

I wish to keep you informed of the ongoing negotiations between the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation (STF) and the Government-Trustee Bargaining Committee. You may know that discussions reached a point of impasse, which may lead to job action by teachers across the province.  STF members include teachers, consultants, coordinators, psychologists, vice-principals, and principals. 

To help facilitate a resolution, a conciliation board was established at the request of the Saskatchewan Teachers Federation (STF), comprising an individual representing the STF, a representative from the Government-Trustee Committee, and an independent Chairperson. The conciliation board met on December 5, 6, 7, 11, and 12 to assist the parties in reaching a new collective agreement, however an agreement was not reached. 

The NESD Board and senior administration respect the rights of our teaching professionals, including their right to collective bargaining. It is important for you to know that NESD is not directly involved in the bargaining process. This process is handled at the provincial level by the Provincial Bargaining Committee. 

In the event of teacher job action, our schools might experience disruptions such as cancelled extracurricular activities, limited noon-hour supervision, and potential strikes that could range from half-day to full-day durations.  A general strike will lead to temporary school closures. 

I recognize that these times can be unsettling, and I want to assure you that we are committed to finding collaborative solutions during any times of disruptions, ensuring that student safety and wellbeing are at the forefront of our decision-making.  Additionally, please know that we are committed to keeping you well-informed to prepare for any potential changes to our schools’ regular schedule, providing timely notifications through emails, text messages, Edsby, and the NESD website and social media. 

We understand that uncertainty in your child’s school creates challenges for you and we will do our best to keep you updated.  For further inquiries or concerns, please feel free to reach out to our Division Office. I encourage everyone to remain hopeful and considerate as we work together to ensure a positive and supportive environment for our students, families, and staff. 

Warm regards, 

Stacy Lair 

Director of Education 

North East School Division 

Treaty 5&6 Territory 

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We wish to inform you that the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation (STF) is actively involved in ongoing contract negotiations with the Government Trustee Bargaining Committee. On January 11th, it was announced by the STF that a provincewide strike will occur on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. This strike will involve all STF members, who will be withdrawing from both professional and voluntary services for the entire day.

Consequently, the North East School Division (NESD) will be taking the following actions on January 16, 2024:

• All schools will be closed.
• All extracurricular activities, including practices, games, tournaments, drama, music activities, and school clubs, will be canceled.

We fully respect the collective bargaining rights of our NESD employees and acknowledge that additional job actions may occur in the future. Our commitment is to keep you thoroughly updated on any potential alterations to our regular school schedule. We will ensure timely communication via emails, text messages, Edsby, and updates on the NESD website and social media platforms.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact our Division Office. Echoing my previous message, I urge everyone to remain hopeful and considerate as we collectively strive to maintain a positive and supportive environment for our students, families, and staff.

Warm regards,

Stacy Lair

Director of Education

North East School Division

Treaty 5&6 Territory

January 18, 2024

Dear NESD Parents and Guardians,

The Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation has announced more job action.  A provincewide one day strike to occur on Monday, January 22^nd, 2024. This strike will involve all STF members, who will be withdrawing from both professional and voluntary services for the entire day.

Consequently, the North East School Division (NESD) will be taking the following actions on January 22, 2024:

• All schools will be closed.
• All extracurricular activities, including practices, games, tournaments, drama, music activities, and school clubs, will be canceled.

We continue our commitment to keep you updated on any potential alterations to our regular school schedule through sharing communication via emails, text messages, Edsby, and updates on the NESD website and social media platforms.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact our Division Office. We appreciate all the ways we have observed communities maintaining a positive and supportive environment for our students, families, and staff.

Warm regards,

Stacy Lair

Director of Education

North East School Division

Treaty 5&6 Territory

The Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation has announced additional job action. 

A rotating one-day strike will occur on Thursday, February 1, 2024.

This strike will NOT involve STF members in the North East.  Therefore, NESD school schedules will remain unchanged.

STF News Release

North East School Division and CUPE 4875 are pleased to announce that a tentative agreement has been reached.

After months of negotiations, both parties have come to an agreement that addresses their needs and concerns while also supporting the continued success of our schools.

Key highlights of the agreement include wage increases of 3%, 3.5%, and 3.5% over three years.

“We are pleased to have reached an agreement with CUPE 4875 that acknowledges the invaluable contributions of education support workers of the North East School Division,” said Heather Shwetz, Superintendent of Human Resources and Privacy Officer, North East School Division. “This agreement reflects our shared commitment to fostering a supportive and equitable workplace environment.”

“This agreement recognizes the essential contributions of education support workers and moves us closer to pay equity with other school divisions,” said Debbie Dufault, president of CUPE 4875. “We look forward to working together with North East School Division to build a bright future for our students.”

CUPE members voted in favour of the tentative agreement on February 1. It is expected that the school division will ratify the agreement at their meeting on February 13.

Moving forward, both North East School Division and CUPE 4875 are committed to open communication, mutual respect, and ongoing collaboration to support the well-being of employees and the advancement of shared goals.

NESD Families

Please be advised that all NESD schools will return to regularly scheduled times.  The STF is suspending the provincewide withdrawal of noon-hour supervision that was scheduled for Thursday, February 8, 2024.  All school schedules and end of day bus routes will return to regularly scheduled times.

Thank you for your flexibility with this last minute change.

Stacy Lair

Director of Education

North East School Division

Treaty 5&6 Territory

Happy Staff Appreciation Week

This week offers a great opportunity to send a message of thanks to all of the NESD staff.  

We have challenges in the education system and the staff of NESD rise above these challenges daily to deliver a high quality education to the children of the north east.  This could not happen without your dedication to the education profession, as well as, the children and families you serve.  

With the highest regard I would like to send a message from the NESD Board to all of our staff, we see you!  We see the hard work and we see the results.  We appreciate all you do and will continue to do in the future.  

Kindest regards,

Lori Kidney, NESD Board Chair

Dear NESD Families,

The Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation (STF) has announced additional job actions.  The North East School Division (NESD) will be affected by a province-wide withdrawal of noon hour supervision on Friday, February 16. This will affect the schedules of NESD schools.

To maintain student safety due to a lack of noon supervisors, most schools will dismiss students early, allowing teachers to take their duty-free period at the end of the workday.

• Students scheduled lunch break will be supervised by teachers during their teaching hours.
• Please check the revised bell times below and await daily schedule details from your child’s school.
• Specific bussing drop-off times will be shared with families in the next short while.

We appreciate your understanding and support as we shift to keep our schools open, maintaining our focus on student learning, safety, and wellbeing.

*indicates regular dismissal time

Please be aware that NESD is not a direct participant in the negotiations between the Government and STF Provincial Bargaining Committees. Nevertheless, the NESD Board and senior administration support the collective bargaining rights of our educators.

We will continue to keep you informed through emails, text messages, Edsby, the NESD website, and our social media platforms. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our Division Office.

February 25, 2024

Dear NESD Families,

I write to inform you about additional job actions announced by the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation (STF), which will impact our schools in the coming days.  On Monday, February 26th, there will be a one-day province-wide withdrawal of extracurricular activities resulting in all extracurricular activities led by teachers to be postponed. Furthermore, on Tuesday, February 27th, our schools will experience a withdrawal of noon hour supervision by STF members resulting in early dismissal for most schools. This letter outlines the adjustments to school schedules necessary to maintain our focus on student learning and student safety and well-being during these times.

On Tuesday February 27^th, 2024, to maintain student safety due to a lack of noon supervisors, most schools will dismiss students early, allowing teachers to take their duty-free period at the end of the workday.

• Students scheduled lunch break will be supervised by teachers during their teaching hours.
• Please check the revised bell times below and await daily schedule details from your child’s school.
• Specific bussing drop-off times will be shared with families in the next short while.

We appreciate your understanding and support as we shift to keep our schools open.

*indicates regular dismissal time

The NESD is not a direct participant in the negotiations between the Government and STF Provincial Bargaining Committees, however we appreciate the understanding of our communities as the Board and senior administration support the collective bargaining rights of our educators.

We will continue to keep you informed through emails, text messages, Edsby, the NESD website, and our social media platforms. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our Division Office.

Sincerely,

Stacy Lair

Director of Education

February 26, 2024

Dear NESD Families,

I write to inform you about additional job actions announced by the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation (STF), which will impact our schools for the week of February 26^th.  On Monday, February 26th, there will be a one-day province-wide withdrawal of extracurricular activities resulting in all extracurricular activities led by teachers to be postponed. Furthermore, on Tuesday, February 27^th and Thursday February 29^th, our schools will experience a withdrawal of noon hour supervision by STF members resulting in early dismissal for most schools. This letter outlines the adjustments to school schedules necessary to maintain our focus on student learning and student safety and well-being during these times.

On Tuesday February 27^th, and Thursday February 29^th, to maintain student safety due to a lack of noon supervisors, most schools will dismiss students early, allowing teachers to take their duty-free period at the end of the workday.

• Students lunch break will be supervised by teachers during their teaching hours.
• Please check the revised bell times below and await daily schedule details from your child’s school.
• Specific bussing drop-off times will be shared with families in the next short while.

We appreciate your understanding and support as we shift to keep our schools open.

*indicates regular dismissal time

The NESD is not a direct participant in the negotiations between the Government and STF Provincial Bargaining Committees, however we appreciate the understanding of our communities as the Board and senior administration support the collective bargaining rights of our educators.

We will continue to keep you informed through emails, text messages, Edsby, the NESD website, and our social media platforms. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our Division Office.

Sincerely,

Stacy Lair

Director of Education

STF announces province wide removal of extracurricular, on Tuesday, March 5 and Wednesday, March 6, 2024. 

NEWS Article

Please Note - this is a withdrawal of all voluntary services involved in the organization, supervision and facilitation of activities, including athletics, non-curricular arts, field trips, student travel and graduation preparations.

March 5, 2024

Dear NESD Families,

I write to inform you about additional job actions announced by the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation (STF), which will impact our schools.  On Friday March 8^th our schools will experience a withdrawal of noon hour supervision by STF members resulting in early dismissal for most schools. This letter outlines the adjustments to school schedules necessary to maintain our focus on student learning as well as student safety and well-being.

On Friday March 8^th to maintain student safety due to a lack of noon supervisors, most schools will dismiss students early, allowing teachers to take their duty-free period at the end of the early school day.

• Students lunch break will be supervised by teachers during their teaching hours.
• Please check the revised bell times below and await daily schedule details from your child’s school.
• Bussing drop-off times will be approximately 45 minutes earlier than regular timing.  

We appreciate your understanding and support as we shift to keep our schools open.

The NESD is not a direct participant in the negotiations between the Government and STF Provincial Bargaining Committees, however we appreciate the understanding of our communities as the Board and senior administration support the collective bargaining rights of our educators.

We will continue to keep you informed through emails, text messages, Edsby, the NESD website, and our social media platforms. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our Division Office.

Sincerely,

Stacy Lair

Director of Education

Melfort Youth Soccer registration is now open for age groups U5-U15.  Check out our FB Page for more information or go to http://www.melfortyouthsoccer.ca/ to register!

Deadline to register is April 5^th!

Three Day Provincewide Withdrawal of ALL Extracurricular Activities - March 11, 12, and 13th

This includes all before school, during the lunch hour, after school and the evening, for all
members of the STF.

Registration is now open for Melfort Minor Football.

• Tackle Football Grades 5-8
• NFL Flag Football Grades 1-4

www.melfortminorfootball.ca

2024 Outdoor Registration for Tisdale Soccer Club is now open. Deadline to register is April 6.

Practices will run Monday's and Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 pm. (Days and times are subject to change depending on coach availability. Changes will be made if necessary prior to start of season.) Season will run beginning of May (pending field conditions) to June 26th.
Please download the Teamlinkt app, join codes will be communicated at the end of registration.

As always, we depend on parent coaches and helpers to run our programs. Please email tisdalesoccerclub@hotmail.com if you are interested. Coaches will need Respect in Sport and a Criminal Record check completed before the first practice.
Unfortunately if we do not have enough volunteers some programs may be cancelled, or the season altogether.

Your Help is GREATLY appreciated.
http://tisdalesoccerclub.rampregistrations.com

Please note that NESD has Easter Break on Thursday, March 28.

Registration for Outdoor Soccer with the Nipawin Youth Soccer is now open.

Nipawin Youth Soccer

REMINDER: 

North East School Division Easter Break runs from March 28 until April 3, 2024. 

Students and Staff will return to school for Thursday, April 4.

Tisdale Minor Football Registration is now open until April 10th, with a late fee applied after April 3rd.

Please head over to the Tisdale Minor Football Facebook Page for the registration link that applies to your child.

Sharing fond memories.  *The demolition of the old Carrot River Jr. Sr. High School will begin April 1st.

Last Day of School is Friday, December 22, 2023.

Students are back in the classroom on January 8, 2024

December 12, 2023

Dear NESD Families,

We wish to keep you informed of the ongoing negotiations between the NESD and CUPE Local 4875.  CUPE Local 4875 represents educational support workers such as Educational Associates, Caretakers, Bus Drivers, Outreach Workers, School Administrative Assistants, Food Services, Library, Maintenance, and IT staff in the majority of our communities in the North East.

CUPE 4875 recently announced that that they have voted in favor of a strike mandate should a deal not be reached between the two sides.   Bargaining started in October of 2022.   In March 2023 an impasse was reached, and both sides agreed to appoint a mediator from the Ministry of Labour Relations to assist with the negotiations.   Both sides have continued to meet with the mediator to help reach an agreement.   Future bargaining dates have been established.

In the event of job action, our schools might experience disruptions. In some instances, a strike might lead to temporary school closures. It is important to note, not all NESD schools have CUPE members in the roles shared above (see linked school roles).

Our priority in the NESD is to ensure that all families are well-informed to prepare for any potential changes to our schools’ regular schedules. We are committed to providing timely notifications through emails, text messages and Edsby regarding any job action announcements. Updates will also be posted on our website, Edsby, and social media platforms.

We understand that uncertainty in your child's school creates challenges for you and we will do our best to keep you updated.  For any further inquiries or concerns, please feel free to reach out to our Division Office. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to ensure a positive and supportive environment for our students and families and our NESD staff.

Warm regards,

Stacy Lair, Director of Education

North East School Division

Treaty 6 Territory

Statement From North East School Division - December 19, 2023

CUPE 4875 recently announced that that they have voted in favor of a strike mandate should a deal not be reached. Bargaining started in October of 2022. In March 2023 an impasse was reached, and a mediator from the Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety was appointed to assist with the negotiations. Both sides have continued to meet with the mediator to help reach an agreement. Future bargaining dates have been established and active negotiations are ongoing.

The North East School Division (NESD) will continue to work towards a successful conclusion in bargaining with CUPE. Currently, negotiations are centered on wages, with the NESD providing a competitive offer to CUPE 4875 that is within our funding capabilities and among the highest in wage settlements across School Divisions in the province.

The NESD appreciates the hard work and dedication of our exceptional staff, inclusive of our CUPE members and eagerly anticipates our continued progress together.

Stacy Lair, NESD Director of Education
Treaty 6 Territory, Melfort SK

January 8, 2024 

Dear NESD Families, 

Happy New Year! As we embark on a fresh start in 2024, I would like to extend a heartfelt welcome back to all our students, families, and staff. The beginning of a new year is always a time of excitement and anticipation, and we are thrilled to see what this year will bring for our school communities. It is our continuous privilege to be a part of your children's educational journey. 

I wish to keep you informed of the ongoing negotiations between the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation (STF) and the Government-Trustee Bargaining Committee. You may know that discussions reached a point of impasse, which may lead to job action by teachers across the province.  STF members include teachers, consultants, coordinators, psychologists, vice-principals, and principals. 

To help facilitate a resolution, a conciliation board was established at the request of the Saskatchewan Teachers Federation (STF), comprising an individual representing the STF, a representative from the Government-Trustee Committee, and an independent Chairperson. The conciliation board met on December 5, 6, 7, 11, and 12 to assist the parties in reaching a new collective agreement, however an agreement was not reached. 

The NESD Board and senior administration respect the rights of our teaching professionals, including their right to collective bargaining. It is important for you to know that NESD is not directly involved in the bargaining process. This process is handled at the provincial level by the Provincial Bargaining Committee. 

In the event of teacher job action, our schools might experience disruptions such as cancelled extracurricular activities, limited noon-hour supervision, and potential strikes that could range from half-day to full-day durations.  A general strike will lead to temporary school closures. 

I recognize that these times can be unsettling, and I want to assure you that we are committed to finding collaborative solutions during any times of disruptions, ensuring that student safety and wellbeing are at the forefront of our decision-making.  Additionally, please know that we are committed to keeping you well-informed to prepare for any potential changes to our schools’ regular schedule, providing timely notifications through emails, text messages, Edsby, and the NESD website and social media. 

We understand that uncertainty in your child’s school creates challenges for you and we will do our best to keep you updated.  For further inquiries or concerns, please feel free to reach out to our Division Office. I encourage everyone to remain hopeful and considerate as we work together to ensure a positive and supportive environment for our students, families, and staff. 

Warm regards, 

Stacy Lair 

Director of Education 

North East School Division 

Treaty 5&6 Territory 

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We wish to inform you that the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation (STF) is actively involved in ongoing contract negotiations with the Government Trustee Bargaining Committee. On January 11th, it was announced by the STF that a provincewide strike will occur on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. This strike will involve all STF members, who will be withdrawing from both professional and voluntary services for the entire day.

Consequently, the North East School Division (NESD) will be taking the following actions on January 16, 2024:

• All schools will be closed.
• All extracurricular activities, including practices, games, tournaments, drama, music activities, and school clubs, will be canceled.

We fully respect the collective bargaining rights of our NESD employees and acknowledge that additional job actions may occur in the future. Our commitment is to keep you thoroughly updated on any potential alterations to our regular school schedule. We will ensure timely communication via emails, text messages, Edsby, and updates on the NESD website and social media platforms.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact our Division Office. Echoing my previous message, I urge everyone to remain hopeful and considerate as we collectively strive to maintain a positive and supportive environment for our students, families, and staff.

Warm regards,

Stacy Lair

Director of Education

North East School Division

Treaty 5&6 Territory

January 18, 2024

Dear NESD Parents and Guardians,

The Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation has announced more job action.  A provincewide one day strike to occur on Monday, January 22^nd, 2024. This strike will involve all STF members, who will be withdrawing from both professional and voluntary services for the entire day.

Consequently, the North East School Division (NESD) will be taking the following actions on January 22, 2024:

• All schools will be closed.
• All extracurricular activities, including practices, games, tournaments, drama, music activities, and school clubs, will be canceled.

We continue our commitment to keep you updated on any potential alterations to our regular school schedule through sharing communication via emails, text messages, Edsby, and updates on the NESD website and social media platforms.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact our Division Office. We appreciate all the ways we have observed communities maintaining a positive and supportive environment for our students, families, and staff.

Warm regards,

Stacy Lair

Director of Education

North East School Division

Treaty 5&6 Territory

The Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation has announced additional job action. 

A rotating one-day strike will occur on Thursday, February 1, 2024.

This strike will NOT involve STF members in the North East.  Therefore, NESD school schedules will remain unchanged.

STF News Release

North East School Division and CUPE 4875 are pleased to announce that a tentative agreement has been reached.

After months of negotiations, both parties have come to an agreement that addresses their needs and concerns while also supporting the continued success of our schools.

Key highlights of the agreement include wage increases of 3%, 3.5%, and 3.5% over three years.

“We are pleased to have reached an agreement with CUPE 4875 that acknowledges the invaluable contributions of education support workers of the North East School Division,” said Heather Shwetz, Superintendent of Human Resources and Privacy Officer, North East School Division. “This agreement reflects our shared commitment to fostering a supportive and equitable workplace environment.”

“This agreement recognizes the essential contributions of education support workers and moves us closer to pay equity with other school divisions,” said Debbie Dufault, president of CUPE 4875. “We look forward to working together with North East School Division to build a bright future for our students.”

CUPE members voted in favour of the tentative agreement on February 1. It is expected that the school division will ratify the agreement at their meeting on February 13.

Moving forward, both North East School Division and CUPE 4875 are committed to open communication, mutual respect, and ongoing collaboration to support the well-being of employees and the advancement of shared goals.

NESD Families

Please be advised that all NESD schools will return to regularly scheduled times.  The STF is suspending the provincewide withdrawal of noon-hour supervision that was scheduled for Thursday, February 8, 2024.  All school schedules and end of day bus routes will return to regularly scheduled times.

Thank you for your flexibility with this last minute change.

Stacy Lair

Director of Education

North East School Division

Treaty 5&6 Territory

Happy Staff Appreciation Week

This week offers a great opportunity to send a message of thanks to all of the NESD staff.  

We have challenges in the education system and the staff of NESD rise above these challenges daily to deliver a high quality education to the children of the north east.  This could not happen without your dedication to the education profession, as well as, the children and families you serve.  

With the highest regard I would like to send a message from the NESD Board to all of our staff, we see you!  We see the hard work and we see the results.  We appreciate all you do and will continue to do in the future.  

Kindest regards,

Lori Kidney, NESD Board Chair

Dear NESD Families,

The Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation (STF) has announced additional job actions.  The North East School Division (NESD) will be affected by a province-wide withdrawal of noon hour supervision on Friday, February 16. This will affect the schedules of NESD schools.

To maintain student safety due to a lack of noon supervisors, most schools will dismiss students early, allowing teachers to take their duty-free period at the end of the workday.

• Students scheduled lunch break will be supervised by teachers during their teaching hours.
• Please check the revised bell times below and await daily schedule details from your child’s school.
• Specific bussing drop-off times will be shared with families in the next short while.

We appreciate your understanding and support as we shift to keep our schools open, maintaining our focus on student learning, safety, and wellbeing.

*indicates regular dismissal time

Please be aware that NESD is not a direct participant in the negotiations between the Government and STF Provincial Bargaining Committees. Nevertheless, the NESD Board and senior administration support the collective bargaining rights of our educators.

We will continue to keep you informed through emails, text messages, Edsby, the NESD website, and our social media platforms. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our Division Office.

February 25, 2024

Dear NESD Families,

I write to inform you about additional job actions announced by the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation (STF), which will impact our schools in the coming days.  On Monday, February 26th, there will be a one-day province-wide withdrawal of extracurricular activities resulting in all extracurricular activities led by teachers to be postponed. Furthermore, on Tuesday, February 27th, our schools will experience a withdrawal of noon hour supervision by STF members resulting in early dismissal for most schools. This letter outlines the adjustments to school schedules necessary to maintain our focus on student learning and student safety and well-being during these times.

On Tuesday February 27^th, 2024, to maintain student safety due to a lack of noon supervisors, most schools will dismiss students early, allowing teachers to take their duty-free period at the end of the workday.

• Students scheduled lunch break will be supervised by teachers during their teaching hours.
• Please check the revised bell times below and await daily schedule details from your child’s school.
• Specific bussing drop-off times will be shared with families in the next short while.

We appreciate your understanding and support as we shift to keep our schools open.

*indicates regular dismissal time

The NESD is not a direct participant in the negotiations between the Government and STF Provincial Bargaining Committees, however we appreciate the understanding of our communities as the Board and senior administration support the collective bargaining rights of our educators.

We will continue to keep you informed through emails, text messages, Edsby, the NESD website, and our social media platforms. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our Division Office.

Sincerely,

Stacy Lair

Director of Education

February 26, 2024

Dear NESD Families,

I write to inform you about additional job actions announced by the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation (STF), which will impact our schools for the week of February 26^th.  On Monday, February 26th, there will be a one-day province-wide withdrawal of extracurricular activities resulting in all extracurricular activities led by teachers to be postponed. Furthermore, on Tuesday, February 27^th and Thursday February 29^th, our schools will experience a withdrawal of noon hour supervision by STF members resulting in early dismissal for most schools. This letter outlines the adjustments to school schedules necessary to maintain our focus on student learning and student safety and well-being during these times.

On Tuesday February 27^th, and Thursday February 29^th, to maintain student safety due to a lack of noon supervisors, most schools will dismiss students early, allowing teachers to take their duty-free period at the end of the workday.

• Students lunch break will be supervised by teachers during their teaching hours.
• Please check the revised bell times below and await daily schedule details from your child’s school.
• Specific bussing drop-off times will be shared with families in the next short while.

We appreciate your understanding and support as we shift to keep our schools open.

*indicates regular dismissal time

The NESD is not a direct participant in the negotiations between the Government and STF Provincial Bargaining Committees, however we appreciate the understanding of our communities as the Board and senior administration support the collective bargaining rights of our educators.

We will continue to keep you informed through emails, text messages, Edsby, the NESD website, and our social media platforms. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our Division Office.

Sincerely,

Stacy Lair

Director of Education

STF announces province wide removal of extracurricular, on Tuesday, March 5 and Wednesday, March 6, 2024. 

NEWS Article

Please Note - this is a withdrawal of all voluntary services involved in the organization, supervision and facilitation of activities, including athletics, non-curricular arts, field trips, student travel and graduation preparations.

March 5, 2024

Dear NESD Families,

I write to inform you about additional job actions announced by the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation (STF), which will impact our schools.  On Friday March 8^th our schools will experience a withdrawal of noon hour supervision by STF members resulting in early dismissal for most schools. This letter outlines the adjustments to school schedules necessary to maintain our focus on student learning as well as student safety and well-being.

On Friday March 8^th to maintain student safety due to a lack of noon supervisors, most schools will dismiss students early, allowing teachers to take their duty-free period at the end of the early school day.

• Students lunch break will be supervised by teachers during their teaching hours.
• Please check the revised bell times below and await daily schedule details from your child’s school.
• Bussing drop-off times will be approximately 45 minutes earlier than regular timing.  

We appreciate your understanding and support as we shift to keep our schools open.

The NESD is not a direct participant in the negotiations between the Government and STF Provincial Bargaining Committees, however we appreciate the understanding of our communities as the Board and senior administration support the collective bargaining rights of our educators.

We will continue to keep you informed through emails, text messages, Edsby, the NESD website, and our social media platforms. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our Division Office.

Sincerely,

Stacy Lair

Director of Education

Melfort Youth Soccer registration is now open for age groups U5-U15.  Check out our FB Page for more information or go to http://www.melfortyouthsoccer.ca/ to register!

Deadline to register is April 5^th!

Three Day Provincewide Withdrawal of ALL Extracurricular Activities - March 11, 12, and 13th

This includes all before school, during the lunch hour, after school and the evening, for all
members of the STF.

Registration is now open for Melfort Minor Football.

• Tackle Football Grades 5-8
• NFL Flag Football Grades 1-4

www.melfortminorfootball.ca

2024 Outdoor Registration for Tisdale Soccer Club is now open. Deadline to register is April 6.

Practices will run Monday's and Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 pm. (Days and times are subject to change depending on coach availability. Changes will be made if necessary prior to start of season.) Season will run beginning of May (pending field conditions) to June 26th.
Please download the Teamlinkt app, join codes will be communicated at the end of registration.

As always, we depend on parent coaches and helpers to run our programs. Please email tisdalesoccerclub@hotmail.com if you are interested. Coaches will need Respect in Sport and a Criminal Record check completed before the first practice.
Unfortunately if we do not have enough volunteers some programs may be cancelled, or the season altogether.

Your Help is GREATLY appreciated.
http://tisdalesoccerclub.rampregistrations.com

Please note that NESD has Easter Break on Thursday, March 28.

Registration for Outdoor Soccer with the Nipawin Youth Soccer is now open.

Nipawin Youth Soccer

REMINDER: 

North East School Division Easter Break runs from March 28 until April 3, 2024. 

Students and Staff will return to school for Thursday, April 4.

Tisdale Minor Football Registration is now open until April 10th, with a late fee applied after April 3rd.

Please head over to the Tisdale Minor Football Facebook Page for the registration link that applies to your child.

Sharing fond memories.  *The demolition of the old Carrot River Jr. Sr. High School will begin April 1st.