WeAreKPR Celebrating Success | Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board

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At KPR, our schools and workplaces are filled with incredible people, making a positive difference through their kindness, passion for education, and commitment to student achievement and success! The #WeAreKPR campaign was created to share inspiring stories and highlight the amazing contributions of our staff, students and volunteers. Keep an eye out for future spotlight videos recognizing those individuals who embody the #WeAreKPR spirit!

Building Strong Futures Through the CCI STICS Program

As we celebrate Education Week, we are excited to shine the #WeAreKPR spotlight on Construction Teacher, Daniel Batty at CCI! Mr. Batty teaches the Grade 11 STICS program, bringing a strong passion for the construction trade and supporting hands-on learning opportunities for students in the program. He plays an important role in driving the success of the program, leveraging connections with industry partners to enhance student learning. Check out the full story here.

Clarke HS, The Pines Senior PS and Community Come Together for Wellness!

Yoga poses, deep breathing, hydration stations, cuddles from furry friends and other wellness activities were all part of Clarke High School’s first Wellness Fair on May 1st! In recognition of Canadian Mental Health Week, and leading into Education Week, the event featured information booths from partners like Durham Regional Police, Clarington Recreation Centre, Sunshine Therapy Dogs, Public Health and more – to help connect students with supports and resources in the community. Check out the full story here.

Showcasing Robotic and Drone Technologies at Adam Scott CVI!

On Tuesday, May 6th, Adam Scott CVI was excited to welcome industry partner, OPG (Ontario Power Generation) to demonstrate innovative drone and robotic technologies! This partnership event offered a unique opportunity for students in Grades 9-12 to try out different technologies, engage with the team at OPG and learn about career opportunities in a specialized field of learning. Check out the full story here.

#WeAreKPR Leading the Way in Student Success

Erin MacKenzie and Danielle Moher are two exceptional KPR employees who open doors to new and exciting opportunities for students every day! Whether coordinating information sessions for students and families, recruiting employers to participate in KPR’s co-op program, or working with partners to bring innovative, skill-building opportunities to students across KPR, these two are leading the way! #WeAreKPR

Happy Administrative Professionals’ Day!

A special shoutout to one of our very own Administrative Professionals, Jill Curzon! Described as “the backbone of the office,” Jill is recognized by colleagues for going above and beyond in her role as Head Secretary at Bowmanville High School. Watch this short spotlight video to learn more about Jill and all the ways she supports the school community in running efficiently and smoothly!

A Message From Your 2024-25 Student Trustees

Student Trustees play an important role representing student voice. We asked KPR Student Trustees, Ben and Aanya to share a bit about themselves and what they are looking forward to in their roles as Student Trustees for the 2024-2025 school year! Check out what they have to say and learn all about their passion for KPR and student voice #WeAreKPR

Supporting Safe and Welcoming Environments at KPR

After supporting students as a Special Education Resource Teacher (SERT) at KPR for many years, Nicole Stevenson recently became an Instructional Leadership Consultant – Special Education! In this short video, learn how Nicole has had a significant impact on school culture, supports safe and welcoming environments for everyone, and goes out of her way to check in on those around her #WeAreKPR

Promoting School Spirit and Student Engagement at Hillcrest PS

KPR schools and workplaces are filled with incredible people, like Krystal Daskewich, ECE at Hillcrest Public School! Checkout this short spotlight reel to learn about some of the many ways Krystal promotes school spirit and spreads joy among students and staff! #WeAreKPR

Celebrating Outstanding Volunteers at KPR

Whether supporting classroom activities or field trips, coordinating nutrition programs, planning fundraising initiatives, supporting School Council, extra-curriculars or promoting community and parent engagement – volunteers have a significant impact on the well-being of school communities and the overall educational experience of students across all grade levels.

We extend our appreciation to all volunteers for being valued partners in education, and for sharing their time, talents, and passion within our KPR community.

As part of our continued recognition of National Volunteer Week throughout the month of April, eight exceptional volunteers from across the district were recognized for their exceptional volunteer service and presented with Accolade Awards at the April Board meeting.

We invite you to follow KPR on Facebook and Instagram or visit the News and Announcements section on our website to learn more about the award recipients and celebrate their impact!

John Davies

Lee Anne Wiatrzyk

Margaret Armstrong