PDSB Parents and students anxious over school reopening plans
The Peel District School Board has provided a new update about the re-opening of schools in September, including a potential delay in the start of classes.
Update on BramptonU with Councillor Santos
The City of Brampton has released information about their plan for BramptonU, a standalone university focused on cultivating talent and employability.
Lecce announces funding and remote learning guidelines for school reopening
Ontario investing $900M in hiring more staff and supports, air ventilation in schools, and technology access for students.
36-hour hackathon hosted by Brampton’s SPARK group
SPARK hosted a virtual 36-hour hackathon with over 150 participants.
Peel Police pulls plug on $9M SRO program
Peel Police have stopped the SRO program to consult the community’s opinions, with a report to be published later this year.
Youth-led conversation on policing in Peel – August 6
During a teletown hall hosted by Peel Regional Police in June, a live poll indicated that 73% of respondents wanted the police to take a proactive approach with youth interactions. What does “proactive” mean and what percentage of those asked were part of the youth community? To give youth voices a platform, you are invited […]
Director of Education appointed for Peel Schools
Colleen Russell-Rawlins has been appointed as the new permanent interim Director of Education for the Peel District School Board. Rawlins will assume the role on August 5.
Grade 9 streaming and early years suspensions to end
The Ministry of Education has made major changes to the education system. Starting in September 2021, the province plans to end academic streaming in Grade 9, beginning with math courses. A bill has also been introduced to ban suspensions for students in Grade 3 or younger for “non-serious offences.” If passed, the bill could come into […]
Government offers new grant for student volunteers
This morning Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced details about the Canada Student Service Grant (CSSG). Post-secondary students and recent graduates are eligible to receive money towards their tuition, based on the number of hours they volunteer between June 25 and October 31, 2020. These details and more can all be found on the new I […]
Lecce outlines September school reopening plans
Ontario Education Minister Stephen Lecce has outlined three possible ways that schools will reopen this September. The first option is to resume in-person classes with strict precautions, such as the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). This option was recommended by Sick Kids Hospital in a report released earlier this week. Medical professionals believe that […]