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  • TWO FRANCOPHONE SCHOOLS ANNOUNCED FOR SASKATOON AND PRINCE ALBERT

    Regina, September 25, 2024 – Conseil des écoles fransaskoises (CÉF) welcomes the announcement today by the Government of Saskatchewan of sites for new schools in Saskatoon (in the Kensington neighbourhood) and in Prince Albert (near the Alfred Jenkins Field House).

    “We are very pleased that the Government of Saskatchewan recognizes the need for French-speaking families to have new schools in Saskatoon and Prince Albert,” said Conseil Scolaire Fransaskois Chair, Alpha Barry. “These infrastructures will help meet our educational needs. Our school division will continue to work with the Province to ensure that all Fransaskois students have access to the resources and infrastructure they need to ensure their full development. »

    For his part, Minister of Education, Jeremy Cockrill expressed his appreciation of the efforts made on both sides:

    “The sites selected for these schools indicate progress and increased opportunities for our communities,” Education Minister Jeremy Cockrill said. “These schools hold great significance for Saskatchewan’s Francophone community and are essential for maintaining language, culture and identity. We are excited to be a part of these projects that will support Francophone students and their families for years to come.”

    CÉF CEO/Director of Education, Ronald Ajavon expressed his thanks to the parents and the Fransaskois community as a whole for its continuous commitment and collaboration in the development of the Fransaskois school system:

    “We are delighted to see the completion of these two sites and impatient that our students can join these schools in the shortest possible time.”

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    French first-language school today, bilingual Francophone for life! – Conseil des écoles fransaskoises (CÉF) is home to more than 2,000 Prekindergarten to Grade 12 students in 15 elementary and secondary schools across the province. Financed by the Ministry of Education, it is the only French as a first language school board in Saskatchewan.

    Contact information:
    Erik Tremblay
    Director of Communications
    306.807.7067
    etremblay@cefsk.ca

  • CONSTRUCTION OF REGINA’S NEW FRANCOPHONE SCHOOL HAS BEGUN

    Regina, June 29, 2023 – A groundbreaking ceremony will be held today to announce the construction of a new francophone elementary school that will serve families residing in northern Regina.

    “Regina’s Fransaskois have been waiting for this moment for many years,” said Alpha Barry, Chair of the Conseil scolaire fransaskois (CSF). “Needless to say, we are very happy that the construction project has finally started. This new school will benefit our families and our community in so many ways. »

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  • U of R and CÉF sign memorandum of understanding to support French speaking students

    Regina, June 12, 2023 – The University of Regina and Conseil des écoles fransaskoises (CÉF) have signed a memorandum of understanding in an agreement to work cooperatively in supporting CÉF students transitioning to the U of R.

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  • CÉF welcomes the announcement of two new schools for Prince Albert and Saskatoon

    Regina, Monday, March 22, 2023 – Conseil des Écoles Fransaskoises (CÉF) is very pleased with the announcement made today as part of the presentation of the 2023-2024 Saskatchewan budget which provides for the construction of two new schools for the Fransaskois communities of Prince Albert and Saskatoon.

    “We wish to express our gratitude to the provincial government,” said Conseil Scolaire Fransaskois (CSF) Chair Alpha Barry. “We hope to welcome students in time for the start of the 2025 school year.”

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  • World Teachers’ Day and Updated Planning to Resume Regular School  Activities Document

    World Teachers’ Day and Updated Planning to Resume Regular School Activities Document

    October 5, 2020

    Dear colleagues, 

    I want you to know how appreciative I am of the extraordinary work that you do every day.  

    You who are in the field and must wear the mask, in addition to the smile, every day — you who are tasked with ensuring the success of each student … 

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  • Director of Education back to school message

    Director of Education back to school message

    20200826 ronald ajavon cro adjDear Parents and Guardians,

    Allow me on this very first day back to school to thank you for your invaluable collaboration during the last several months in supporting your child’s success. I am convinced that the measures put in place in our schools, and the virtual classes offered, will continue to ensure the success of every Fransaskois student.

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  • A FEW REMINDERS TO CÉF FAMILIES AND UPDATED PLAN

    A FEW REMINDERS TO CÉF FAMILIES AND UPDATED PLAN

    August 25, 2020

    Dear CÉF families, 

    Across the province, our teams are busy preparing for a memorable return to school. We can call it the COVID back-to-school event, a seasonal step worth remembering this year. There will be precious reunions guided by passionate teachers and dedicated support staff. As a backdrop: the health and safety of each student and of our staff.

    ecole esquisseIf you have questions about the support offered for your child with special needs, call 1.877.273.6662 to consult a Student Services professional in confidence. You have questions related to the impact of COVID-19 on CÉF activities? Send an email to: covid19@cefsk.ca. You can also contact 1.877.273.6661, for any general questions concerning the 2020-2021 academic year at CÉF. 

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  • Updated plan to resume CÉF school activities

    Updated plan to resume CÉF school activities

    August 11, 2020

    2y1a2319 adj comp moreDear parents and guardians,

    In the light of the most recent information communicated by provincial authorities, CÉF has updated its Restart Plan. This update includes additional details as to guidelines and measures put in place to reduce contamination in schools and CÉF offices.

    You will also notice that CÉF offers families who might be unable to reintegrate their child into the physical school environment for medical or other reasons, the option of proceeding with their learning activities in virtual mode.

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  • A new Francophone elementary school for the CÉF

    Regina, June 23, 2020Conseil des écoles fransaskoises (CÉF) welcomes the Government of Saskatchewan’s funding announcement today for a new school in Regina’s northern sector.

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  • June is National Indigenous History Month

    Regina, June 22, 2020 – Each year, the month of June serves to remind us of the role First Nations people played in establishing our communities here in Saskatchewan and elsewhere in Canada. June is National Indigenous History Month and June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. The numbered treaties are solemn agreements establishing shared use of territories and resources in order to coexist harmoniously in the environment in which we find ourselves. First Nations people knew the riches of the land, the sources of water, the contributions of animals, the secrets of plants, the benefits of sharing and the importance of giving back to the land, long before the arrival of newcomers from away.

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