At the March 4 regular, monthly board meeting, we heard from Leanne Kadyschuk, educational consultant, and Mike Waldron, a teacher at Bedford Road, about 'Verso' learning software. Verso provides teachers the opportunity to increase clarity of learning outcomes; invites students to anonymously share how their learning is going; and creates a space for collaboration with...

​Our Board of Education held its regular, monthly meeting on Feb. 11, 2025.
​The meeting kicked off with a ​​presentation on Montessori learning from teacher Amber Nikolaisen (City Park School) and her Grade 6 student, Atlas. They made a presentation to the board and other meeting attendees (in-person and virtual) on what Montessori education looks...

​The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed February 9-15 Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week in Saskatchewan. The week recognizes the many contributions of teachers and staff in Saskatchewan schools who embody the qualities reflected in this year's theme "Heroes of Education."  Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week has been celebrated across Canada for 38 years.
Teachers and staff...

At the January 14 meeting of the Saskatoon Board of Education, part of the agenda included celebrating arts education in Saskatoon Public Schools. We had the opportunity to hear from Mr. Burgess, teacher-director at Aden Bowman Collegiate, and students Linda and Olive who were part of Aden Bowman's Addams Family Musical in...

The Board of Education's last meeting for 2024 took place on Tuesday, Dec. 10 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Public Board meetings are open to all, with the option to attend in-person or virtually using Microsoft Teams. The livestream links for meetings are posted here. At the Dec. 10 meeting, attendees heard a...

The newly elected Saskatoon Public Schools' Board of Education held its first regular meeting on November 26. The meeting was open for anyone to attend – either in-person or remotely via Microsoft Teams. Some highlights of the November 26 public meeting agenda included: Celebrating Excellence - Flexible Learning Program at Estey...

All Saskatoon Public Schools will be open tomorrow—Tuesday, November 26. The schools were closed yesterday (November 25) with the safety of our students, staff, and families in mind, and to help keep vehicles off the streets in support of the citywide snow clearing effort. Please note that the city's road conditions...

Due to the extreme snowfall, Saskatoon Public Schools is cancelling all classes on Monday, November 25. The decision to cancel classes was made in collaboration with the City of Saskatoon and Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools. It was taken to ensure the safety of all our students and staff members and to...

​For immediate release: November 14, 2024 – 1:00 p.m.
Following yesterday’s civic election, we are pleased to welcome five newly elected Saskatoon Public Schools Trustees: Tanya NAPPER – Ward 1 Jennifer SCHERMAN – Ward 5 Kirk JONES – Ward 6 Anne-Marie ROLLO – Ward 8 Kevin SCHMIDT – Ward 9 We...

On November 13 – when you place your vote for mayor and ward councillor – your ballot will also ask for your vote for Public School Trustee. Trustee Candidates are seeking election to the Saskatoon Board of Education which provides guidance and oversight to the Saskatoon Public School Division. Visit this...

The Saskatoon Public Schools' Board of Education met on October 15, 2024. This meeting of the Board was the first to be made available to the general public via livestream. It was also the last meeting of this Board before a new Board is elected on November 13, 2024.
The agenda included: An overview...

The October meeting of the Saskatoon Board of Education will take place on October 15 - 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Members of the public are welcome to attend regular board meetings, and to raise a concern or ask a question about an agenda item at the meeting. Please note that all questions and/or...

On November 13, when you place your vote for Mayor and Ward Councillor, your ballot will also ask for your vote for Public School Trustee. Trustee Candidates are seeking election to the Saskatoon Board of Education which provides guidance and oversight to the Saskatoon Public School Division.
Saskatoon Public Schools is holding...

​The Board of Education held its first meeting of the 2024-25 school year on Sept. 17, 2024.
Trustees and other attendees were treated to a presentation from an outstanding Walter Murray student named Joti Gokaraju. Joti invented a device that connects with an App (also his invention), that allows deaf/blind persons to communicate...

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Registratio​​n is NOW OPEN for the 2024-25 school year.​
You can register online for prekindergarten to Grade 12 her​e. If you prefer to register in-person, please contact the school of your choice and they will assist you.
Families with a student attending a NEW (to them) school are invited to...

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​WATCH: Early learning speech and language skills on Global TV's Family Matters Segment (July 18, 2024)

As part of its Family Matters segment, Global TV met with Saskatoon Public Schools (SPS) speech language pathologists, Pam Beaudry and Delaney Chaykowski to talk about early learning and communication. Summer is a great time for families to...

​HCAP teacher Don McDonald explains the carpentry apprenticeship program at Mount Royal Collegiate. The program offers practical and applied arts credits. Get a look at the hands-on project students have been working on. Watch video.

June 27, 2024 ​
Between June 24 and 26, Saskatoon Public Schools (SPS) was thrilled to hand out just under 1,800 Grade 12 diplomas to students. Graduation ceremonies were held at various locations this week including onsite at schools and at Merlis Belsher Place (Aden Bowman, Bedford Road, Centennial, Marion Graham,...

​ ​We have been informed by the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation (STF) that the provincewide work-to-rule sanction will cease today, June 14, 2024, at 4 p.m. This means that beginning Monday, June 17, all normal school functions—including noon hour supervision and extracurricular activities—will resume. All elementary schools will cease operating on a condensed...

​ ​June 10, 2024

On June 5, 2024, the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation (STF) announced an indefinite, provincewide work-to-rule action (withdrawing all voluntary professional services including lunch supervision) beginning Monday, June 10, 2024. The STF said this action has been taken as a result of an impasse in negotiations: News...

Want to brush up on your English language skills this summer? You can with a Summer English Language Course for international and English as an Additional Language students.

To learn more about Summer School, click here​.


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Saskatoon Public Schools is pleased to announce that registration for Summer School is now open.  This year, summer school will take place at Walter Murray Collegiate from July 3 to 30, 2024.​
​Earn a high school credit in just one month at Summer School.
To learn more and register, click...

On April 12, 2024, we were informed by the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation (STF) that they will be suspending provincewide withdrawal of all voluntary professional responsibilities effective April 12, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. This means that on Monday, April 15, 2024, all normal school functions—including before and after school supervision, noon hour...

On April 5, 2024, we were informed by the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation (STF) that teachers will be withdrawing all voluntary professional services until further notice. This includes a restricted workday and withdrawal of noon hour supervision, extracurricular activities and other voluntary services.​
Restricted Workday Teachers will continue to provide supervision...

​​We were informed today that the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation (STF) will be withdrawing support for extracurricular activities from Monday, March 25 to Thursday, March 28, 2024. This includes any extracurricular activities that take place before school, during lunch hour, after school and in the evening.​
Just a reminder that there...

​We were informed by the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation (STF) that teachers will be withdrawing noon supervision at all schools in Saskatoon on Thursday, March 14, 2024.  ​
As a result of the withdrawal of noon supervision on Thursday, the school division cannot ensure the safety of students during lunch because...

We were informed March 8, 2024 that the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation (STF) will be withdrawing support for extracurricular activities across the province from Monday, March 11 to Wednesday, March 13, 2024. This includes any extra-curricular activities that take place before school, during the lunch hour, after school and in the evening.​...

Busing and taxi service for elementary schools will resume on Wednesday, March 6, 2024.​
Bus services Please note that the city's road conditions and the large amounts of snow are still impacting bus routes: The large amounts of snow, especially in residential areas, may mean that some pick-up/drop-off locations will...

​Due to the severe winter storm, Saskatoon Public Schools is cancelling all in-person classes at collegiates on Monday, March 4, 2024.
Collegiate students were scheduled to attend class Monday, while it was a previously scheduled professional development day for elementary schools. There is no school for elementary students.
The decision to...

​The Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation (STF) has announced the withdrawal of support for extra-curricular activities at all schools across the province on Tuesday, March 5 and Wednesday, March 6, 2024. 
As a result, the school division has cancelled all extra-curricular activities for Tuesday, March 5 and Wednesday, March 6, 2024.  This means the following activities...

​Classes will resume at all elementary and secondary Saskatoon Public Schools, on Tuesday, March 5, 2024.
Please note that the city's road conditions are still impacting bus routes. There will be no bus or taxi services available to transport students to or from schools on Tuesday. ​
Our facilities staff...

​On February 23, 2024, we were informed by the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation (STF) that teachers will be withdrawing noon supervision and support for extracurricular activities at all schools in Saskatoon on Monday, February 26, 2024.
As a result of the withdrawal of noon supervision on Monday, the school division cannot...

We were informed on February 13, 2024, by the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation (STF) that teachers will be withdrawing noon supervision at all schools on Friday, February 16, 2024.    ​
As a result of the withdrawal of noon supervision on Friday, the school division cannot ensure the safety of students during...

​Please be advised that STF has cancelled job action for Thursday, February 8, 2024. All schools and buses will return to their regular schedules. Lunch supervision will be available tomorrow. ​ Please note the following information for collegiates: For students at  Aden Bowman, Estey, Mount Royal, Nutana and Walter Murray collegiates...

We were informed today by the Saskatchewan Te​achers' Federation (STF) that teachers will be withdrawing noon supervision at all schools on Thursday, February 8, 2024.  ​
As a result of the withdrawal of noon supervision on Thursday, the school division cannot ensure the safety of students during lunch because teachers...

The Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation (STF) will be withdrawing the services of all teachers in Saskatoon on Wednesday, February 7, 202​4. All classes, transportation (busing and taxi), before and​ after school programs and extra-curricular activities in Saskatoon Public Schools will be cancelled. Students should not attend school on Wednesday.
Any kindergarten or...

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​ We were informed today that the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation (STF) will be withdrawing the services of all teachers in the province for the entire day on Monday, January 22, 2024.
As a result of this one-day strike, all classes, transportation (busing and taxi), before and after school programs and...

We were informed today that the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation (STF) will be withdrawing the services of all teachers in the province for the entire day on Tuesday, January 16, 2024.
As a result of this one-day strike, all classes, transportation (busing and taxi), before and after school programs and...

​Learn more about Saskatoon Public Schools engages families through teacher-parent-student conferences and why Edsby is an important school communication tool. Click to watch.

​Public Schools of Saskatchewan is pleased to announce another year of awards to recognize public school student groups or classes that support citizenship or character building within their schools or communities.

To apply for a Student Citizenship Award, click here.​

Note: The deadline to apply has been extended to May 15,...

​Interested in participating in a German ​exchange? Don't miss out! 
The exchange is open to all Saskatoon Public School students in grades 10 and 11. There are two exchanges available: 
A six-week exchange  for grades 10 and 11 students who are interested in experiencing life and culture in a German home and school....

Student attendance is very important to learning and social development. Sherry McConnell with SPS breaks down some strategies to help parents and students make it to school consistently and on time. Watch video.


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Saskatoon Public Schools director of education Shane Skjerven joins Global reporter Chantal Wagner to offer advice to parents and caregivers if their children are feeling anxious or nervous heading back to school.

Watch the video.

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As the new school year begins, Saskatoon Transit is excited to welcome back students and provide a convenient and eco-friendly public transportation option to make daily travel easier. Students looking to utilize transit service in the fall can now access their high school pass in the TGo app or Transit app...

​Global News interviews Travis Homenuk, ​English as an Additional Language (EAL) consultant, about how new immigrants to Saskatoon can register with Saskatoon Public Schools. The Newcomer Student Centre re-opens on August 9, 2023. 
To watch the video, click here.
To learn about the Newcomer Student Centre, click here.

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G​raduating from Grade twelve is a momentous milestone in a student's life. The Government of Saskatchewan has shared a video from the Honourable Dustin Duncan, Minister of Education, to recognize and congratulate the Class of 2023 for their hard work and determination. Watch the video​.


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Pride month gives us an opportunity to reflect on and celebrate our own understanding of gender and sexual diversity and to demonstrate our values of Safe, Caring and Accepting school environments for all. For many years, Saskatoon Public Schools staff and students have celebrated Pride month in various thoughtful ways. We...

Due to the current Air Quality Health Index in Saskatoon, the following is recommended:  Communicate with students and staff that they should avoid strenuous activities outdoors.  Reduce or reschedule strenuous activities outdoors, especially if individuals experience symptoms such as coughing and throat irritation. 
You may choose to continue with an outdoor...

In this video, Anti-Racist Anti-Oppressive Educational Consultant Cheryl Ermine explains why it is important to discuss racism in schools and how Saskatoon Public Schools is supporting anti-racism education. March 21 is the International Day for the Elimination of Racism.

Interested in going to summer school? If so, we want to hear from you! 
Let us know which courses you are interested in taking this summer by filling out this quick survey. It will take less than five minutes to complete. The survey will remain open from February 16 to...

Did you know? Evan Hardy Collegiate is a testing centre for the College Board’s digital SAT, a standardized test used for college admissions in the United States. 
If you plan on studying in the United States after graduation, we encourage you to check the admission requirements of the post-secondary school(s) you...

During the week of February 12 to 18, 2023, Saskatoon Public Schools is celebrating our champions of learning, both in and out of the classroom. 

Being a champion of learning means supporting education, educators and students. This can be accomplished in many different ways, by many different professions within Saskatoon Public...

The Ministry of Education has declared February 15, 2023, as Pink Shirt Day. 
Pink Shirt Day takes a stand against bullying and supports students in developing healthy and respectful relationships. It is also a time to celebrate and honour diversity within our school communities. 
Saskatoon Public Schools believes in...

​ Saskatoon Public Schools' collegiates are opening their doors to Grade 8 students and their parents and guardians, beginning on Tuesday, February 7, 2023.  For more information about our collegiates and unique programs, click here.

​Tuition for students attending Semester 2 (February to June 2023) must be paid by  December 1, 2022 .

To start February 1, 2023, applications must be submitted by  December 1, 2022.