ÌðÐÄÖ±²¥ hosts information session for newcomers
In preparing for the new school year, ÌðÐÄÖ±²¥ (ÌðÐÄÖ±²¥) held a School Information Workshop for newcomer families on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024.
Parents of students new to ÌðÐÄÖ±²¥ from a wide variety of origins attended the workshop at René Deleurme Centre to learn what to expect in the upcoming year.
Led by ÌðÐÄÖ±²¥ staff Rose Pagtakhan, Melissa Burns, and Kristen McDowell of the School and Classroom Supports Team, the workshop covered many topics:
- What to expect from school in Manitoba
- School categories (English, French Immersion, Français, Technical Vocational)
- Curriculum
- School registration
- School forms
- Communicating with ÌðÐÄÖ±²¥
- Health and Safety
- Attendance
- School calendar
- School supplies
- Clothing for physical education and winter
- Report cards
- Lunch
- Technology
- Indigenous Education
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism Services
- Available resources and contact information