Masks are REQUIRED for ALL students, staff and visitors in all NESD schools and facilities. 

1:00pm - NESD Organizational Meeting

2:00pm - NESD Regular Board Meeting

On Tuesday, November 23, 2021 the NESD Board held their Regular Board Meeting. 

The Highlights are attached. 

1:30 pm - Hybrid-NESD Division Office and via Microsoft TEAMS

2022 THEME: Pulling Together

It is important to have your child immunized. 

If your child is needing a first or second dose of COVID-19 Vaccination, please attend a Covid  mass community clinic in your local area.

Covid vaccines will not be offered to students in school at this time.

The appointments can be booked on the Government of Saskatchewan website under “online Booking” or by calling 1 833-SASKVAX ( 1-833-727-5829).   

Here are upcoming clinics in the north east:

Tisdale Civic Centre:

Monday January 24^th 2-6

Monday January 31^st 2-5

Monday February 7^th 2-5

Monday February 14^th 2-5

Nipawin Evergreen Centre:

Tuesday January 25^th 2-6

Tuesday February 1^st 2-5

Tuesday February 8^th 2-5

Tuesday February 15^th 2-5

Porcupine Plain Community Hall:

Thursday January 27^th 1-5

Thursday February 10^th 10-2

Thursday February 17^th 1-5

Hudson Bay Brooks Hall:

Friday January 28^th 1-5

Friday February 18^th 1-5

Carrot River Community Hall:

Friday February 18^th 2-5

Melfort Kerry Vickar Centre:

January 24^th 2-6

January 25^th 12-6

January 31^st 2-6

February 8^th 12-5:30

February 15^th 12-5:30

Naicam Senior Centre:

February 10^th 2-5

Kinistino Half Century Club:

February 2^nd 1-5 

St. Brieux Community Hall:

February 3^rd 1-5

February 9, 2022

UPDATED

To NESD Staff & Families,

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to navigate the expectations of public health officials and the Saskatchewan government during the COVID-19 pandemic.

On February 8, 2022, the Government of Saskatchewan announced that beginning on February 14, 2022, the province will no longer require proof of vaccination or negative test. As a result, North East School Division Administrative Procedure 309 Covid-19 Vaccinations will be repealed. Visitors to NESD facilities will not be required to provide proof of a negative test or vaccination status as of February 14, 2022.

The North East School Division will continue following provincial and local public health measures by removing the mask mandate in school division facilities and buses, beginning on Monday February 28, 2022. The NESD will continue to be a mask-friendly environment and the school division recommends continued mask use for as long as individuals feel it is necessary, based on their own personal risk factors.

Staff and students are reminded to complete a daily personal screening check before school to ensure they are feeling well. Individuals who display even the slightest symptom of COVID-19 are asked to remain at home. Self-tests will continue to be available at NESD schools for voluntary use. Those between the ages of 12 and 17 years are now eligible to get their third/booster shots for COVID-19.

The North East School Division will continue to follow the advice of our Local Medical Health Officer and the provinces Chief Medical Health Officer related to infectious disease control in our facilities. The NESD Safe School Plan which promotes safe attendance, safe transportation, safe facilities, safe classroom, safe instruction, and safe activities, will be updated to reflect the current state and could change if needed in the future.

Please continue to be patient and trust that we are all working towards the same goal – healthy and welcoming school environments for students and staff to learn, play, and work.  

Sincerely, 

Don Rempel

Director of Education

North East School Division

North East School Division

Announcement RE: Appointment of Director of Education

March 16, 2022

Following an extensive executive search, the Board of Education of North East School Division is pleased to announce the appointment of Stacy Lair as the Director of Education. 

Since 2018, Stacy has served as the Superintendent of School Services with North East School Division.  Prior to that she held leadership roles as a vice-principal, principal, as well as practical and applied arts teacher and program coordinator. 

Stacy has been instrumental in developing partnerships within the northeast community, and establishing focus, supports and measures for student success within the school division.  She has served as the interagency co-lead with representatives from the Ministries of Justice and Social Services, as well as the provincial leadership team.  She is lauded as a contributor, innovator, and research-informed educational leader.   

Stacy has a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Saskatchewan and Master of Education degree from the University of Calgary.  Her area of specialization is educational leadership with an additional focus on instruction technology design and communications.

In making the announcement about the appointment, Kevin Graham, NESD Board chair commented: “We are very pleased to appoint Stacy to this leadership role within our school division.  We look forward to the successful contributions she will make in this role as she leverages her experience, professional relationships, and familiarity with North East School Division to achieve the strategic priorities we have established as a board.”

“We also want to express our deepest appreciation to Don Rempel for 13 years of service as the Director of Education.  His leadership has contributed to the significant successes of the school division, its staff and the students they serve.”

In response, Stacy commented, “Every student deserves the best that we have to give them. As a leader, I believe my work is to create a system that empowers educators as they support student learning so every day, every student in every classroom benefits from their learning environment and instruction.  I look forward to the opportunities ahead with North East School Division.”  

This appointment takes effect on April 1, 2022. 

NESD Board of Education

 New School in Carrot River

   DETAILS: 

• Expected opening date is September 2023.
• The total size of the new school will be approximately 5,330 square meters on the site of the existing Carrot River Junior Senior High School.
• The Ministry of Education of the Province of Saskatchewan will provide funding for approximately 4,300 square meters.
• The North East School Division and the community of Carrot River are extremely thankful to the donor that provided funding to increase the size of the school by 200 square meters to allow for the addition of a welding lab and also increase the size of the performing arts/small gym.
• With the exception of the gym, the Carrot River Junior Senior High School will be demolished. The gym was built in 2005 and will be part of the new school.
• The new school will be a kindergarten to grade 12 school, replacing the Carrot River Elementary School and the Carrot River Junior Senior High School.
• The Carrot River Elementary School and the Carrot River Junior Senior High School will both be operating during construction until the new school has been completed.

3D Pictures - Carrot River

MEDIA RELEASE - Released on April 25, 2022

Government of Saskatchewan

The Ministry of Education recognizes April 24 to 30 as National Volunteer Week. According to SaskCulture, Saskatchewan has been recognized as the province with the highest per capita rate of volunteerism for several years in a row. All members of the Saskatchewan Youth Council are avid volunteers within their communities.

"Volunteering benefits organizations, communities and the volunteers themselves," Education Minister Dustin Duncan said. "Engaging in community service opportunities can be challenging with our busy lives but is also incredibly rewarding. I am pleased to see our Youth Council members rise to this challenge."

Bree Chamakese and Alex Jones are both serving a one-year term with the Council.

Bree is a Grade 12 student at Melfort and Unit Comprehensive Collegiate. She volunteers on her high school student council and assists with classes at the Melfort Dance Centre, where she works with younger dancers.

"Volunteering has helped me strengthen bonds with my fellow students, dancers, teachers and administrators and I enjoy giving back to my community - especially to those who had such a big impact on who I am today," Chamakese said. "Watching the young dancers fall in love with the same things I did and mature into exceptional individuals is rewarding."

Alex is a Grade 12 student at Archbishop M.C. O'Neill Catholic High School in Regina. He is very active in the community and has been a youth leader for Understand Us - Mental Health Initiative and is an instructor at Hooplife Basketball.

"I believe that the small acts of kindness volunteering provides, can cause a difference for the better," Jones said. "My experiences working with youth are incredibly rewarding. Educating them about basketball, a sport that I have cherished my whole life, is very gratifying."

The Ministry of Education encourages all Saskatchewan residents to get out and volunteer, not just for National Volunteer Week, but all year round. Contributing to your community through volunteerism improves quality of life, both your own and those who benefit from your generosity.

For more information on Saskatchewan's Youth Council, visit https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/education-and-learning/provincial-youth-council.

“SOLE-stice Classic” – Melfort Regional Entry – June 7

The “SOLE-stice Classic” is series of grass roots meets across the province for young athletes to get involved in running, jumping and throwing competitions.  This program is being sponsored by the Aboriginal Track and Field of Saskatchewan plus Saskatchewan Athletics. 

The term “SOLE-stice” comes from the idea that the “final provincial meet” will be held near the longest day of the year. The meets are geared for younger athletes who may not get many opportunities to compete against others their age in their region or from across the province.

To get involve, go the website www.solesticeclassic.com ; click on “Melfort”. The Melfort Meet is being held on June 7th. Complete the computer online entry process as shown below. The best part is that no entry fees are charged to participate. The “Top 2” athletes from each regional meet can advance to the “SOLE-stice Classic – Provincial Finals” in Saskatoon on Sat. June 18th.  

The emphasis of the meets is to have fun while getting young athletes to be active through competition. Pass this information onto anyone you know who have athletes that could be involved. 

Who Can Participate?

Boys and girls between ages 8 to 13.

Age group classifications are determined by the participant’s Year of Birth.

Athletes can possibly qualify in a maximum of four events. 

 Computer Online entries for “SOLE-stice Classic – Regional Meet” 

1. Go to the following website:     www.solesticeclassic.com.
2. Choose the “Melfort”.
3. To enter an athlete, fill out the appropriate information.
4. Type in the “first and last name” and “town/city”.  Add a contact “email address”.
5. Click the correct “gender”, “age category” and “event(s)”.
6. Do NOT use the “ENTRY” key until you have finished filling out the form.
7. To quickly move from field to field use the “TAB” key.
8. When you are done adding the athlete and their events, click the “SUBMIT” button.
9. Once you have submitted the entry, scroll down to make sure the athlete is entered correctly.
10. This is your confirmation that the athlete is entered into the meet.
11. If you make a mistake, you can “EDIT” the competitor’s name, email, town, gender, age, and event(s).
12. A schedule of the meet is included.
13. Entries are due Friday, May 27th @ 4pm  
     

Notes: 

1. Athletes could possibly compete in a maximum of four events at the regional meet.
2. It is suggested not to enter athletes in events that occur at or near the same time.  
3. The schedule for the meet has been included.
4. All events will be hand timed; not photo timed. Results will be posted but not emailed out.
5. Athletes can not wear spikes or shoes where spikes can be inserted (soccer cleats are not allowed).
6. Athletes can not use starting blocks.
7. Athletes will be given only 3 attempts in the field events (long jump and softball throw).
8. Top 3 ribbons will be awarded after the completion of each event.
9. The top 2 competitors in their event have qualified for the “SOLE-stice – Provincial Finals” in Saskatoon on Sat June 18th.
10. You must enter your own athlete into the “SOLE-stice – Provincial Finals” using the on-line computer entry format.
11. The regional meet director does not enter the athletes into the provincial finals.  
12. Go to the website www.solesticeclassic.com to complete the entry into the “Solestice Provincial Finals”. 
     

SOLE-stice Classic – Melfort Regional Schedule

June 7 @ MUCC Track in Melfort

ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE START TIMES; BE PRERARED TO COMPETE EARLY!!

Provincial Badminton was held in Rosthern on Saturday, May 14, 2022.

NESD Medal Winners:

• Boys Doubles - Carrot River - Bronze
• Girls Singles - Choiceland - Bronze
• Mixed Doubles - Carrot River - Silver