November 19, 2021
The Provincial Government is recognizing National Child Day tomorrow (Saturday, November 20) in recognition of the United Nations commitment to upholding the rights of children. This year’s theme is “Children have the right to practice their own culture, language, and…
November 15, 2021
The Provincial Government is recognizing Anti-Bullying Week (November 15-19) to increase awareness and concern regarding the societal issues of bullying. The theme of Anti-Bullying Week this year is “One Kind Word”. To coincide with Anti-Bullying Week, the Department of Education…
November 3, 2021
The following statement was read in the House of Assembly today by the Honourable Tom Osborne, Minister of Education: Speaker, I want to take my opportunity in this Honourable House to recognize primary, elementary and secondary teachers in all disciplines…
November 1, 2021
Today the Honourable Tom Osborne, Minister of Education, provided an update on the plan for integrating the Newfoundland and Labrador English School District (NLESD) under the Department of Education. The minister outlined an approach that prioritizes investments in the classroom…
November 1, 2021
The Honourable Tom Osborne, Minister of Education, will hold a media availability today (Monday, November 1) to provide an update on current progress and next steps in the integration of the Newfoundland and Labrador English School District under the Department…
October 28, 2021
The following statement was read in the House of Assembly today by the Honourable Tom Osborne, Minister of Education: Speaker, I want to take an opportunity in this Honourable House to provide an update on the five-year Adult Literacy Action…
October 25, 2021
Students attending schools, universities, and community colleges, as well as families now have access to current and valuable information and resources that can help them explore careers and identify the required skills for entry into the labour force. All these…
October 13, 2021
The Honourable Tom Osborne, Minister of Education, joined the Learning Disabilities Association of Newfoundland and Labrador to proclaim October as Learning Disabilities Awareness Month. To support adult learners with learning disabilities, the Provincial Government today announced $219,243 in funding for…
October 5, 2021
The dedication and contribution of teachers and educators in Newfoundland and Labrador and throughout the world are being celebrated today in recognition of World Teachers’ Day. World Teachers’ Day was established by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organizations…
October 5, 2021
Applications are now being accepted for the K-6 Mathematics Bursary Program. The deadline for fall applications is October 31, 2021. Through the Education Action Plan, bursaries are offered to K-6 teachers to build capacity and to enhance math education in…
