Education

Northeast to celebrate a variety of cultures this fall

Culture Days are returning to the Northeast, this fall. After a hiatus, caused by the pandemic, Melfort will be hosting a total of four events, from September 24 - October 16.Cultural Co-ordinator for...

Sep 22, 2022

Midwest Food Resources Pumpkin Festival promotes locally-grown produce

The Midwest Food Resources’ (MFR) first-ever pumpkin festival turned out to be a big success, with lots of people attending. The event took place Sunday at the non-profit's Community Garden, loc...

Angela Brown Sep 20, 2022

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