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Updates for Families: September 15, 2023
Posted on Friday, September 15, 2023 03:29 PM
Hello everyone,
Just two weeks into the new school year, students are becoming more familiar with routines and school is back in full swing. I have had the pleasure of visiting schools over the last couple of weeks and I continue to be inspired by the curiosity and determination of students, and the innovation and passion of staff. KPR truly is an awesome place to be!
The start of the school year provides many opportunities for students to make new connections, build meaningful relationships and...

Welcome Back KPR!
Posted on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 02:18 PM
Dear KPR families,
Welcome back to another exciting school year in KPR!
On behalf of the Board of Trustees and senior administration, we are pleased and excited to welcome students, staff and families back to our elementary and secondary schools on Tuesday, September 5.
We hope during the summer that our students and families have found ways to rest, recharge and spend time together. There is nothing that brings us greater joy than welcoming thousands of students back to our schools, and sharing...
June 27 Board Statement - Affirmation of Pride Month
Posted on Tuesday, June 27, 2023 11:50 AM
Affirmation of Support - Pride Month
As Pride Month comes to a close in the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board, we want to take this opportunity to affirm our commitment to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion.
One of our core priorities as a school district is to ensure safe learning and working environments, free from discrimination. Homophobia, transphobia, and all acts of hate, cause serious, ongoing harm to students, staff, families and community members. The Kawartha...

Board and CUPE Announce Tentative Agreement
Posted on Friday, June 16, 2023 02:43 PM
Friday, June 16, 2023
Board and CUPE Announce Tentative AgreementThe Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board and CUPE Local 5555 are pleased to announce that they have reached a new, tentative collective agreement, effective September 1, 2022 to August 31, 2026.
The new four-year agreement is based on the provincial framework and also incorporates collectively bargained local issues and workplace considerations.
“There were some bumps in the road, however this agreement was made possible by the...

Celebrating Outstanding Volunteers in Peterborough
Posted on Friday, April 28, 2023 08:30 AM
Thank You to Our Volunteers!
Each year, thousands of incredible volunteers support our schools, and bring to life the mission, vision, and values of our school board.
Through their caring actions and giving spirit, volunteers have a significant impact on the well-being of the school community and the overall educational experience of students across all grade levels. Whether they are supporting classroom activities or field trips, coordinating nutrition programs, planning fundraising initiatives,...