Education

Rise of the machines: Robotics becoming increasingly popular in Saskatchewan schools

From robot competitions to the need for robotic arms in different industries, as well as having fun, it seems robotics is becoming a popular choice for many young people in Saskatchewan.Dan Bechard is...

Sep 17, 2022

Local student representing Horizon School Division on provincial youth council

Elected as a local ambassador, Grade 11 student Anna Ingram will share her insights and help shape the future of Saskatchewan's education system on this year's provincial youth council. The Quill Lake...

Sep 12, 2022

Giving those with dyslexia a chance to love reading

A library in the northeast wants to make sure everyone has an opportunity to enjoy the magic of a good book.For those with dyslexia, being passionate about books can be difficult. However, the Melfort...

Sep 05, 2022

Students across the Northeast officially back to school

September 1, marked the end of summer vacation and the return of both students and teachers for another year of school.Kids across the North East School Division entered the classroom, for what is hop...

Sep 02, 2022

Classes back in session before long weekend again: Why?

It has been a decade since legislation first required the school year in Saskatchewan to start after the Labour Day long weekend, and it has been eight years since that legislation was introduced to b...

Sep 01, 2022

Saskatchewan to provide $250K to deliver Dene education in the North

The Government of Saskatchewan is providing up to $255,000 to the First Nations University of Canada to deliver the Dene Teacher Education Program (DTEP) in Northern Saskatchewan. Post-secondary stude...

Aug 31, 2022

Gathering of Nations celebrates Indigenous culture

Over the course of the next few days, residents from over a dozen communities across northern Saskatchewan will be in Prince Albert for a special event.The Gathering of Nations, hosted by Prince Alber...

Aug 30, 2022

Horizon School Division to host Celebration Day once again

After a two-year pause, Horizon School Division is set to welcome all staff members to Humboldt for their annual Celebration Day.Since 2014, Horizon staff have gathered to celebrate successes, collabo...

Aug 25, 2022

Ministry of Education set to add Dakota Language to Sask. high schools next fall

The Government of Saskatchewan announced on Wednesday that the Ministry of Education is preparing to add the Dakota Language to its list of high school classes for the 2023-24 school year. The Ministr...

Aug 24, 2022

City of Melfort asking for feedback with their public library community survey

The City of Melfort is asking for the public's assistance to help them determine the future of the public library.Back on Aug. 15, city council released a community survey, which asked residents a var...

Aug 19, 2022