Education

Smooth start to school year as no strike action looms

As students return to school this month, teachers are currently working under an expired contract – but strike action is… Continue reading “Smooth start to school year as no strike action looms”

STEAM Fest returns as a bigger, bolder celebration in Kawartha Lakes

Ampere invites people of all ages to join fellow community members for STEAM Fest, a free, family-focused celebration featuring live… Continue reading “STEAM Fest returns as a bigger, bolder celebration in Kawartha Lakes”

Two post-secondary nursing programs now eligible for the Ontario Learn and Stay Grant

The Ontario government is continuing to deliver on its commitment to protect the province’s health-care system by expanding the Ontario… Continue reading “Two post-secondary nursing programs now eligible for the Ontario Learn and Stay Grant”

Trustee roles and student grading could shift under proposed legislation

Recently Paul Calandra, Ontario’s education minister, announced proposed legislative changes that will affect school boards across the province, including TLDSB…. Continue reading “Trustee roles and student grading could shift under proposed legislation”

Fleming College

Fleming College and St. Lawrence College to merge to strengthen long-term sustainability

Fleming College and St. Lawrence College (with its main campus in Kingston) have agreed to integrate as equal partners, beginning… Continue reading “Fleming College and St. Lawrence College to merge to strengthen long-term sustainability”

Ampere and Women Changemakers Fund of Kawartha Lakes celebrates successful first inSTEAM event

Surrounded by leaders in science, technology, engineering, art and math, as well as their peers, community supporters and educators, participants… Continue reading “Ampere and Women Changemakers Fund of Kawartha Lakes celebrates successful first inSTEAM event”

I.E. Weldon ending IB program amid low retention and rising costs

This September will mark the last time students at I.E Weldon will be able to enter the Grade 10 Power… Continue reading “I.E. Weldon ending IB program amid low retention and rising costs”