February 12, 2019
Awesome Braids & Curls (ages 9–14)
Thurs., Feb. 28, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Kildonan East Collegiate: Hairstyling Lab
$25/child
Here's your chance to learn the steps required to create beautiful braids and curls. With help from instructor Susan Lachowich and her assistants, and using the school's training mannequins, you'll learn to make...
February 05, 2019
In September 2020, the early years (K–5) Ukrainian language program—that is currently offered at Bernie Wolfe Community School and Springfield Heights School—will be united and relocated to Prince Edward School.
To ensure all students in RETSD have a safe, stimulating learning environment, the board of trustees frequently reviews boundary lines and...
February 05, 2019
Does your child love all things science? Here's their chance to get up close and personal with biology!
Students will dissect a pig's heart and explore the circulatory system and heart anatomy in a tangible way. February 25
6–7 p.m. (Grades 5–11)
7–8 p.m. (Grades 5–11) Miles Macdonell Collegiate (Room 4)
757 Roch...
January 16, 2019
If you have a child who is about to start kindergarten this fall, don't miss out on our Preschool Growing & Learning Days taking place in April and May! And remember, kindergarten registration begins March 4, 2019.
January 15, 2019
RETSD students from Grades 6–12 are welcome to join us for our first Empowerment Project of 2019 — Mindful Me. It takes place on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019 from 6–8 p.m. at Bernie Wolfe Community School. It's a FREE, fun-filled, and interactive day that will include snacks, crafts, and activities—discussions around mental health, mindfulness...
January 14, 2019
The RETSD board of trustees has completed a review of middle years French immersion enrolment and related catchment areas west of Lagimodiere.
The review was identified as a priority in the 2017–18 school year due to increasing demand for French immersion programming in RETSD and the impact it is having...
January 11, 2019
PLEASE NOTE: The location for the École Margaret-Underhill parent information night was previously incorrect, and has now been corrected. Their information night will be held at the school itself, as listed below.
January 09, 2019
Does your child love all things science? Here's their chance to get up close and personal with biology! Students will learn about the parts of an eye while dissecting an animal's eye. They will also learn about optical sensors while programming an Ozobot to solve a problem.
January 14, 2019
6–7...
December 21, 2018
The December issue of the board of trustees' newsletter, The Torch , will hit RETSD-area mailboxes next week. It's also available on our website in the News & Publications section.
Or click here:
The Torch—December 2018
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December 04, 2018
RETSD schools and properties are now both vape-free and smoke-free zones. This means there is no smoking/vaping permitted in schools or on school division property. Students are also prohibited from having vaporizers or vaping-related products on all school division properties or at school-related activities or events.
For more information, please...
November 30, 2018
The chilly weather is upon us, making us want to spend more time indoors keeping toasty warm. Make the most of your indoor time by signing up for a class with RETSD EDVentures!
You can get or keep fit, learn a language, explore mobile technology, learn to roll your own sushi,...
November 22, 2018
It's that special time of year again! If you have plans to attend one of the many Christmas or winter concerts at our schools, we've put together a handy list, so you can see when and where they're taking place.
Please note that this list is subject to change—be certain to...
November 20, 2018
RETSD students from Grades 6–12 are welcome to join us for our next Empowerment Project—called Pay It Forward—on Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2018 , from 6–8 p.m. at Bernie Wolfe Community School.
It's a FREE, fun-filled, and interactive day where students are invited to participate in a group activity to give...
November 07, 2018
River East Transcona School division congratulates Colleen Carswell, trustee for Ward 1, who was re-elected as chair of the board for the 2018–19 school year at the board’s inaugural meeting on November 6. Trustee Jerry Sodomlak (Ward 1) was elected as vice-chair. Two new trustees have joined the board following...
October 26, 2018
On Oct. 24, 2018, the RETSD board of trustees was elected for the 2018–2022 term. Congratulations to those who were re-elected and acclaimed, and to Keith Morrison (ward 3) and Susan Olynik (ward 4) our two new trustees joining the board.
We'd also like thank retiring trustees Brian Olynik and Eva...
October 18, 2018
RETSD students from Grades 6–12 are welcome to join us for our first Empowerment Project of the year—called It's Cool to Be Kind—on Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2018 , from 6–8 p.m. at Bernie Wolfe Community School.
It's a FREE, fun-filled, and interactive day that will include snacks, crafts, and activities—all...
September 21, 2018
You may see this poster, with its friendly reminder, up at RETSD schools at some point. If you're visiting RETSD schools or alternate locations to see your children or grandchildren perform along with other students, this is just something to keep in mind in this age of ever-present cameras.
November 24, 2017
For years we've sent printed report cards home with students. As with so many aspects in our day-to-day life, there's now an app for that! We're excited to introduce the RETSD Parent Portal—an online tool that provides quick and confidential access to your son or daughter's important school information. It's been...
