Confirmation of Daily Screening
Students are required to confirm they have passed COVID-19 screening each day before going to school. Parents/guardians are asked to complete this Google Form to confirm that you agree to screen your student before they are sent to school.
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September 2, 2021, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm: Open House for Grade 9 students
This is a drop-in event. Grade 9 students will have the opportunity to take a tour of the school and find their classrooms for Quadmester 1. Student leaders and staff will be available to answer questions.
Please note that we will be observing limits on the number of students that can be in the school at one time as per COVID-19 protocols. Depending on your arrival time, you may experience a short wait before accessing the building. Masks must be worn in the school.
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Back to Class, Ravens!
All staff and students are extended the warmest welcome back to Eastside Secondary School! We are looking forward to a productive, positive 2021-22 school year full of opportunities for each member of our community to soar!
Please find a letter from school administration here that will help to prepare you for September.
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Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board has released updated guidance for a safe return to school in September 2021. We are confident that with the multiple layers of protective factors we have in place, we will enjoy a year of instruction, support and activity for all students.
This plan is aligned with the Ministry of Education guidance document.
Please find the plan here.
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The provincial government announced that March Break will be delayed to the week of April 12, 2021. This decision was made based on advice of Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health and public health officials. For further information, please read the letter from Director Sean Monteith available here.
Attention all Future Grade 9 Ravens!
Eastside Secondary School is your destination for inclusive, exciting programming across subject areas and for extracurricular experiences that suit every type of skill, talent, or interest. We are looking forward to inviting in Grade 9 students who want to be a part of a diverse community, feel supported by amazing staff, and make great memories inside and outside of the classroom. Come soar with the Ravens!
Registration and supporting documents are available here.
For further details, please call the Main Office at 613-962-8668.
Important Update Regarding In-Person Teaching and Learning for January 2021
In accordance with provincial direction received earlier these holidays from the Minister of Education, Eastside Secondary School will be closed to in-person teaching and learning until January 25, 2021.
For further information, please read the letter from HPEDSB Director of Education Sean Monteith linked here.
Updates and Information Regarding Post-Break Learning
Our Ravens and their families have earned a relaxing, safe, and healthful holiday break. As we look ahead to the uncertainties and possibilities that await us in January 2021, Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board has important information to share with families. Please review the documents provided at the links below.
Eastside Secondary School is fortunate to have the knowledge and skills of Ashley, our public health nurse, supporting the wellbeing of our students. Ashley is onsite every Wednesday in the Guidance Office. She is committed to helping students to navigate all aspects of their health.
As the pandemic continues, we know it can be difficult to keep up with public health precautions. We are reaching out to parents and caregivers to help us as an Eastside Secondary School staff to help us keep our students safe. Please read the letter provided here for an important message about how Raven families can support us in our fight against COVID-19 at ESS.
