Congratulations to Megan Paddison from the CSS Track Team for
qualifying for Ofsaa which was held in Belleville June 1-3. Megan
placed 12th overall in the Junior Girls Long Jump.
January 2 2021 - What to Expect for Returning to School in January 2021
December 30 2020 - Director Sean Monteith - Update for Returning to School in January 2021
Dear Students, Parents/Guardians, Families and Staff:
Happy New Year! In a year unlike any other, and one with challenges we have never faced before, it perhaps is also fitting that as the Director of Education I send a letter to all families, staff and students on New Year’s Eve day. Such has been the year as 2020, and with tomorrow, a new year full of hope and promise.
Communication is critical at this time. All of us are anticipating and requiring information and direction about our schools, and decisions that impact staff, families and students. In accordance with provincial direction received earlier these holidays from the Minister of Education, all elementary schools in the HPEDSB will be closed to in-person teaching and learning until January 11, 2021. Further, and again in following provincial direction, all HPEDSB secondary schools will be closed until January 25, 2021 for in-person teaching and learning.
While our elementary and secondary schools will be closed physically during these times, we will provide teaching and learning remotely. I acknowledge there are many challenges with providing virtual schooling, the least of which is to prepare over a holiday break. Now that we are required to accommodate an extended closure, we are preparing to support the best learning environments possible under these challenging circumstances.
There are many questions about remote learning. Significant planning is underway to provide technology for our families who require it, as well as to navigate challenges around broadband and Wi-Fi access for all students and staff to be able to learn and teach from home. I also acknowledge another aspect, which is supporting students with special needs across this large district.
Members of my administration and I are working to ensure that these questions, and with them, the uncertainty of parents, students and staff, are addressed. Given the timing of this being a holiday break, and the direction provided by the Ministry of Education, I feel it is important to acknowledge upfront that the first day or two of school will not look conventional or traditional, as it normally would.
Families and students can be assured that their teachers and schools will be reaching out to them on the first days of school to establish virtual contact, as we assess our ability to meet everyone’s needs. All of us at the HPEDSB are committed to serving and supporting our students, in doing the very best we can during these times. It is perhaps appropriate to acknowledge, as well, that there is nothing convenient or predictable about this situation; however, we have been through these challenges during this past year and are better positioned now to respond than we ever have been before.
In closing, I strongly encourage families, staff and students to continue to monitor developments and direction as it becomes available through media, social media and school communication channels. And perhaps most importantly I want to wish all of you have a happy new year, one full of hope, promise and better days ahead.
Take care,
Sean Monteith
Director of Education
December 29 2020
Due to the provincial shutdown, in-person learning in January 2021 is delayed. Elementary students will learn remotely through online teacher-led instruction for the week of January 4, 2021, returning to school in person on January 11, 2021. Secondary students will learn online through teacher-led instruction for the weeks of January 4, 11 and 18, 2021, returning to school in person on January 25, 2021. If you have questions, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., your question will be answered or redirected for an answer.
In addition, access to schools and administrative buildings is by appointment only. Contact the school principal or person you're meeting with to schedule an appointment. COVID-19 safety protocols are in place at each site for all visitors.
More information is available regarding the current school closures can be found on the HPEschools website. Follow @HPEschools for updates.
Read More
Wednesday January 27, 8:15 AM - 11:00 AM Octo D Culminating Activity / Exam |
Wednesday January 27, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Gr. 8 Parent Night - Meeting #1 |
Thursday January 28, 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM Octo D Culminating Activity / Exam (Snow Day) |
Thursday January 28, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Gr. 8 Parent Night - Meeting #2 |
Friday January 29 - All Day PD Day |
Monday February 1 - All Day Semester 2 Octomester E Begins |
Monday March 8 - All Day Semester 2 Octomester F Begins |
Monday March 15 - All Day Mid-winter Break Begins |
Congratulations to Megan Paddison from the CSS Track Team for
qualifying for Ofsaa which was held in Belleville June 1-3. Megan
placed 12th overall in the Junior Girls Long Jump.
Congratulations to all award winners at the Centennial Athletic Banquet held June 6. Pictured are the year end award winners:
L-R: Tristan Cowan-Male Contribution to Athletics, Colby Crowe-Jr Male Athlete of the Year, Ryan Fraser: Pat Carty Award, Carson Waite-Senior Male Athlete of the Year, Anna Davidson-Female Contribution to Athletics, Morgan Hawley-Junior Female Athlete of the Year, Megan Paddison-Junior Female Athlete of the Year, Blake Douglas-Gr 9 Male Athlete of the Year, Mickaula Douglas-Senior Female Athlete of the Year, Julia Press-Ofsaa Sportsmanship Award, Nick Hoey-Ofsaa Sportsmanship Award, and Kari Read-Gr 9 Female Athlete of the Year.
Congratulations to Centennial Student Morgan Beatty, who was appointed Student Trustee to the HPEDSB for
2017-2018.
Come down to the Belleville Family Artfest on Saturday, May 27 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Free admission and free parking. Centennial Art Students will be on site running a tent offering
Nature Arts Activities.
Congratulations to the Junior and Senior Boys Rugby teams for both winning the Bay of Quinte Rugby Championships on Wednesday, May 17. The Junior team defeated St Theresa in the semi finals and defeated Bayside in the finals. The Senior team defeated Nicholson in the semi finals and Trenton in the finals. Good luck to both teams at COSSA next Wed, May 24.
Pictured are Gr 9 Centennial students outside the Archeological museum, in Point-à-Callière. The Gr 9 french students
enjoyed the day in Montreal.
The Centennial track team had an excellent showing at the Bay of Quinte Track Meet
May 10. The team came fifth overall and had 49 top 10 finishes. There were 7 gold medals,
three of which went to grade 9 Eric Smit with Maddy Davis, Blake Douglas and Morgan Hawley all earning gold as well.
There were 6 silver and 7 bronze medals as well. 24 athletes will advance to COSSA next week. Congratulations team,
and best of luck at COSSA. All team results can be found here.