April 21, 2022
Permit request forms for public use of school facilities are now being accepted by RETSD for the 2022–23 school year.
The deadline is May 15, 2022. For more info, visit:
Facilities Use
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April 18, 2022
The budget issue of the board of trustees' newsletter, The Torch , will hit RETSD-area mailboxes this week.
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April 06, 2022
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April 05, 2022
Is kindergarten just around the bend for your child? Check out our FREE Preschool Growing & Learning events taking place this spring. Register today!
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April 04, 2022
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March 25, 2022
For the spring break (March 28 to April 1, 2022), the Administration Offices hours will be: 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Regular office hours will resume on Monday, April 4, 2022.
March 14, 2022
The board of trustees' newsletter, The Torch , is now online! It was created several days before the fire occurred at Westview School, so the information about Westview in The Torch has completely changed. The board and the division senior administration have made Westview their priority, along with supporting...
February 25, 2022
A message from Curtis Basso, Director of Transportation.
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January 24, 2022
Do you have a child about to enter kindergarten? Is your child five years old on or before December 31? If so, you may have questions about what to expect.
RETSD would normally hold kindergarten information evenings in January and February; however, COVID restrictions have required us to rethink how we'll...
January 18, 2022
Recently, we updated parents/guardians regarding changes in how we are keeping our school communities informed about presumed COVID-19 cases and attendance rates.
Public Health measures have been adapted to reflect the changing public health situation. The increased transmissibility of the Omicron variant of concern has changed the approach to testing...
January 13, 2022
The board of trustees of River East Transcona School Division invites the community to attend a Virtual Community Consultation on the ThoughtExchange results and to inform budget deliberations. Via Microsoft Teams. To register, click:
https:// forms.office.com/r/RxpJEK4Q6C
December 22, 2021
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December 21, 2021
On December 21, the Government of Manitoba announced it is making rapid antigen test kits available to students in kindergarten to Grade 6. They provided a number of documents to help families familiarize themselves with rapid testing and how to administer the test. The test kits will be delivered to RETSD schools...
December 16, 2021
Schools are the heart of the communities they serve. They exist to help students become inspired, skilled, responsible members of society. Public education provides inclusive, innovative, engaging, quality programming for all students, embracing diversity, in a safe and caring environment. In addition to core subjects, public education offers many services including...
November 09, 2021
Sometimes, severe weather causes us to cancel buses. If buses are cancelled, an alert will appear at the top of the home page of our website. If, by 6:45 a.m., we have not announced or posted a cancellation alert, buses are running.
If transportation is cancelled in the morning, this...
November 08, 2021
November 8–12 is Veterans Week, where we remember, acknowledge, learn about, and vow to never forget those who served our country and the many who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Today is Indigenous Veterans Day, a day to reflect on the Indigenous soldiers who served our country. Manitoba
was the first province to...
September 23, 2021
RETSD is committed to the success of all students. The division is keenly aware of the challenges faced by Indigenous Peoples because of colonialism, the legacy of residential schools, and systemic barriers.
As a division, we have a robust Indigenous education plan that addresses both the academic and cultural domains...
August 12, 2021
RETSD is proud to continue our partnership with WASAC to provide up to 200 of our students an opportunity to attend 2-week day camps for free at either Donwood School, Arthur Day Middle School or Valley Gardens Middle School. Students learn about Indigenous culture and participate in various sports, games and crafts....
July 29, 2021
The Countdown to Kindergarten team is excited to announce FREE, in-person outdoor programming this summer! With Mobile Kinder Camp, our facilitators visit outside your home (in the front or back yard) to lead your family in chants, stories, rhyming, phonological activities, and active games to get moving! We'll also teach...
June 02, 2021
We at River East Transcona School Division, along with all Canadians, are saddened by the recent tragic news of the discovery of the mass grave of 215 children's remains on the grounds of the former Kamloops Indian Residential School in British Columbia. We acknowledge the families and community of Tk'emlúps...
May 31, 2021
We at River East Transcona School Division, along with all Canadians are saddened by the recent and tragic news of the discovery of the mass grave of 215 children’s remains on the grounds of the former Kamloops Indian Residential School in British Columbia. We acknowledge the families and community...
May 09, 2021
NOTE: Parents, please make note of the information in this Summary of Level Red Restrictions. It provides highlights of information
communicated to you earlier:
Summary of Level Red Restrictions
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April 09, 2021
Coyotes have been seen in the vicinity of some of our schools. If you see a coyote near a school, we ask that you contact the school to inform them. Coyotes adapt very well to a variety of environments, including urban, rural, and wilderness areas, so it's not uncommon for them...
March 03, 2021
It would be appreciated if you would participate in a ThoughtExchange. Your responses will assist us in better understanding your personal perspective of your child(ren)’s education and learning during the pandemic.
Learn more here:
ThoughtExchange
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February 04, 2021
PLEASE NOTE : Due to COVID-19, kindergarten registration will be by appointment only. Please contact your child's school to schedule your appointment.
Do you have a child about to enter kindergarten? Is your child five years old on or before December 31? If so, you may have...
December 09, 2020
When the snow flies and the temperatures drop, it is important students dress appropriately for the weather. During the winter, bus cancellations become a possibility. If buses are cancelled, an alert will appear at the top of the home page of our website. If, by 6:45 a.m., we have...
November 13, 2020
To support our schools and allow them to collaborate and plan for temporary remote learning during the pandemic, RETSD will have non-instructional co-ordinated days on Nov. 23 and Nov. 24, 2020, and Feb. 5, 2021. There will be no school on those days. See our calendars at:
https://www.retsd.mb.ca/Pages/Calendars.aspx#/=
October 30, 2020
Update: Nov. 10, 2020 With today's announcement of the Province of Manitoba moving to Critical (Red) on the pandemic response system, schools will continue to be open and operating under the Restricted (Orange) level.
October 15, 2020
The new issue of the board of trustees' newsletter, The Torch , hit RETSD-area mailboxes recently, and it's also available on our website in the News & Publications section.
The Torch—Issue One
October 14, 2020
River East Transcona School Division is pleased to announce that Conference Manager has been rolled out divisionwide to facilitate digital parent-teacher conferences in all 42 schools. Conference Manager is currently in use at both middle years and senior years schools for parents.
For new users, the first step is to register...
October 06, 2020
The Kinder Links team is pleased to introduce Kinder Links @ Home, a FREE program for young families living in the River East Transcona community. Kinder Links @ Home features exciting ways to enjoy literacy and numeracy activities from the comfort and safety of your home. This fall, get creative, playful, and passionate...
October 05, 2020
Please join our CSA Meeting this Wednesday, October 7th at 6:00. You need to email angusmckaycsa@gmail.com before Wednesday afternoon to receive an invitation to join the meeting.
September 24, 2020
Introduce your child, ages 3–5, to the joys of reading and writing through our Kinder Links Pen Pals program. As a Kinder Links Pen Pal, your child will receive a special package in the mail featuring a short letter, notes, songs/rhymes, a joke, stickers, and a seasonal activity to try. The...
September 09, 2020
We hear you. Your involvement in your student's education is more important than ever. On top of juggling work and personal responsibilities and ensuring that your family stays safe and healthy, you're now assisting with remote learning. You have a lot on your plate. We're here to help. This guide...
August 27, 2020
We are finalizing bus routes and will be uploading student transportation information to the parent portal next week. We have made an important update to the transportation section of our "
Welcoming Students Back" document regarding walking distance. As we worked through routes—with thoughtful planning around physical distancing, cohorts, and siblings—we...
August 07, 2020
The province announced their return to school plan for Manitoba last
week. Schools in RETSD are planning for a safe return to learning for all students and staff. We know that families have many questions and concerns
regarding the start of school. Details on our divisional plan will
be available and...
July 24, 2020
As we await news from the province and Dr. Brent Roussin regarding school reopening plans, we are currently finalizing our comprehensive plans for the following three scenarios: In-class learning resumes for all with near normal conditions In-class learning resumes with additional public health measures Remote learning from home with...
July 16, 2020
River East Transcona School Division is pleased to announce a new 'family group' option for participating in our FREE Literacy Links Visiting program this summer. Family Group appointments are an ideal way for families with younger/older children to share in the fun of preparing for kindergarten! Together we will enjoy...
July 09, 2020
Thank you everyone for participating in our Thoughtexchange. We heard from parents/guardians from across our division on how we can best support their child(ren) in transitioning back to school. Here’s a snapshot of the participants, the top thought of the exchange, and the most commonly used words. We’ll be using this...
June 22, 2020
If you have a preschooler, be sure to check out the Kinder Links adapted programming for this summer!
Just click here:
https://tinyurl.com/yck8444c
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June 22, 2020
After reviewing the feedback of parents, students and other educational stakeholders, Manitoba Education has announced that the 2020–21 school year will begin for students on Tuesday, September 8.
Teachers and other staff will return to school for three mandated non-instructional days on September 2–4 to prepare physical spaces, inform staff...
June 12, 2020
CONGRATULATIONS to our School Patrols who have been awarded First Place in our School Division category. In recognition of their achievement, our patrollers are going to be acknowledged in a brief statement by the Winnipeg Police Service and are invited to participate in the CAA Patroller Jam: A Year End...
May 15, 2020
Manitoba’s chief public health officer recently issued guidelines that can be used to move forward with the reopening of play structures on school grounds. With these recommendations in mind, we are now allowing community members to use equipment. Equipment is not cleaned or sanitized, and use is at the discretion of...
April 20, 2020
Although our school building is currently closed to the public, school registrations have resumed. There are several ways in which you can register your child at Angus McKay School. Our registration form can be found on the bottom left on the main page of our website under Documents and Forms. Download,...
April 16, 2020
Calling all families with preschool children! (ages 5 and under) We are proud to introduce a new program to enjoy in place of Kinder Links' regular onsite programming.
Kinder Links Email Pals provides a weekly email that includes literacy and numeracy activities, ideas for easy at-home art experiences, movement breaks, and links...
April 09, 2020
The province is providing a supplemental online resource for Manitoba families whose children are learning at home during the suspension of in-school classes because of COVID-19.
The web portal, My Learning at Home/Mon Apprentissage Chez Moi, will go live online today, providing a comprehensive resource to assist families in supporting...
April 09, 2020
Unfortunately, our Growing & Learning events have been cancelled for this year.
These events were to be held at:
John de Graff School — April 16
Angus McKay School — April 22
Wayoata School — April 29
Dr. F.W.L. Hamilton School —May 7
Bernie Wolfe School — May 13
March 15, 2020
Staff or students, if you are returning from international or inter-provincial travel, you will need to:
Self-isolate for 14 days after your return. Monitor your health for fever, cough or difficulty breathing. Wash your hands often for 20 seconds and cover your mouth and nose with your arm when coughing or sneezing. If symptoms develop during the...
March 09, 2020
We have some exciting news to share with you regarding the Parent Portal. Upgrades are complete and for your convenience, primary contacts will now use their email address as their username (if you have not provided your email address to the school, please do so ASAP). Since we launched the RETSD...
February 25, 2020
Kindergarten registration begins on Monday, March 2, 2020, at your child's designated school. For information on kindergarten registration and which school is the designated school for your child, visit our Registration section
HERE. For a video about kindergarten in RETSD and information about programs that prepare you and your child for kindergarten, visit...
February 24, 2020
The spring issue of Kinder Links is now online! Registration for some of the free programs starts immediately, and registration for the remaining starts on Saturday, March 14, 2020. Click
HERE to see the spring Kinder Links newsletter.
February 19, 2020
REGISTER FOR THE EVENT
HERE
February 14, 2020
We will be making improvements to our Parent Portal system from February 18 to approximately mid-March. During these upgrades, the portal will not be available using parent/guardian login credentials. Students will still have access during this time under their own login credentials. Please ensure you log in to see and...
February 13, 2020
The new issue of the board of trustees' newsletter, The Torch , hit RETSD-area mailboxes recently, and it's also available on our website in the News & Publications section.
Or click here:
The Torch—Issue Two
...
January 15, 2020
Did you know we have a free Preschool Pen Pals program?
Introduce your child, ages 3–5, to the joys of reading and writing through our Preschool Pen Pals program. Your little one will enjoy receiving a special letter featuring a rhyme, joke, sticker, and seasonal activity to try. It's...
December 20, 2019
If you need to get in touch with us over the winter break, the Administration Offices winter break hours are as follows: December 23 – 8 a.m.–3:30 p.m. December 24 – 8 a.m.–2:30 p.m. December 25 & 26—Closed December 27 & 30 – 8 a.m.– 3:30 p.m.
December 31 –...
December 17, 2019
Learn something new with RETLife—RETSD's continuing education program! Whether it's professional development to help you land your dream job, leisure courses that will ignite your passion, or the popular one-time kids courses, there's something for everyone. Register for Winter 2020 now at
RETLife.ca and follow RETLife on Twitter @RETLifeRETSD!
December 03, 2019
The River East Transcona School Division board of trustees hopes that you are surrounded with the spirit of peace, hope and goodwill this Christmas season. To each of you and your families, we send our best wishes for a Merry Christmas and a safe and healthy new year–a year filled...
November 19, 2019
' Tis the season to enjoy one (or more!) of the many winter concerts taking place across our division. Please see the attached schedule for a comp lete listing of events :
Winter concert schedule - Poster.pdf
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October 02, 2019
Last night, River East Transcona was presented with an award by Respect Group, an organization co-founded by Sheldon Kennedy and Wayne McNeil to prevent bullying, abuse, harassment, and discrimination (BAHD).
RETSD was the first school division in the province to partner with Respect Group and the first to have 100...
September 12, 2019
If you have a preschool child— newborn to pre-K— you don't want to miss out on the wide variety of FREE programs we offer families in RETSD! Click here to see the programs in the new issue of Kinder Links:
Kinder Links— Winter 2019 Registration begins Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019 at 9:30...
September 06, 2019
River East Transcona School Division is excited to announce... EDVentures is now RETLife! Whether it's professional development to help you land your dream job or leisure courses to ignite your passion—learning a new skill can change your life. And with RETLife, you can do it all without leaving River East Transcona....
September 04, 2019
RETSD congratulates Colleen Carswell, trustee for Ward 1, who was re-elected as school board chair for the 2019–20 school year at the board’s inaugural meeting on September 3. We also congratulate trustee Jerry Sodomlak (Ward 1) on being re-elected vice-chair.
Trustee Rod Giesbrecht (Ward 2) was elected chair of the Finance,...
August 21, 2019
Please join us for an Open House on September 3rd. It's a time to make connections with our staff, get oriented to a new classroom, and bring in school supplies. We look forward to seeing you!
June 19, 2019
We strongly encourage all RETSD Parent Portal users to save a copy of your child's report card to your home computer or device (or print out a hard copy). This ensures you'll always have a copy of your child's report cards, even if you no longer have access to the...
June 05, 2019
Summer will be upon us before you know it, so now is the time to register your children for our popular EDVentures Summer Camp for Kids! The camps are for children ages 5–12 (children must have turned five by Dec. 31, 2018). Six weeks and six exciting themes offered from...
May 02, 2019
As part of our Science for Kids! Series, we're offering MECHANICAL ENGINEERING workshops held by Engineering for Kids Winnipeg for two different age groups: ages 4–7 and ages 8–12.
TUES., MAY 14, 2019
Pulleys (ages 4–7) 6–7 p.m. $20/child
Learn about the properties of simple pulleys. Then put your knowledge...
May 01, 2019
As part of our Science for Kids! Series, we're offering SCIENCE ON THE RUN workshops held by Wise Kid-Netic Energy for two different age groups: Grades 4–6 and Grades 7–10.
Grades 4–6 / 6–7 p.m. $15/child
Grades 7–10 / 7–8 p.m. $15/child
This workshop has the wow factor of Science...
April 04, 2019
Register now for a FREE Kinder Links program this spring! There is still space available in the following parent-child programs:
TUESDAYS (DAYTIME)
Guess Who Helps You (Westview, pg. 9)
All Aboard the Friend Ship (pg. 10) WEDNESDAYS (DAYTIME)
Baby Bumblebees (Polson, pg. 5)
Once Upon a Rhyme (Joseph Teres, pg. 6)
Purple Stew (Radisson,...
March 21, 2019
For parents/caregivers and their children ages 7–12. Registration is required and ONLY THE FIRST 12 REGISTRATIONS received will be accepted. There will be a waiting list in the event a spot opens. My Tween & Me is a facilitated group program that provides parents and their tweens with the knowledge,...
March 13, 2019
The RETSD board of trustees passed the 2019–20 budget on March 12, 2019. For details, see the
media release.
March 07, 2019
The Provincial Exhibition is pleased to announce that, thanks to the support of generous sponsors, we will again be offering free tickets to children aged 6-12 for our Royal Manitoba Winter Fair (to be held March 25-30, 2019). Today's children are tomorrow's future and the Provincial Exhibition strongly believes in the...
March 05, 2019
The warmer weather is on its way! Celebrate
spring and sign up for a class with
EDVentures Continuing Education. You can start a new fitness routine, take
ballroom dancing, learn how to make sushi, or participate in some
great classes designed just for kids or for the whole family to enjoy....
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 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 20, 2018
Students will be dismissed from classes at 2:30 pm on Friday December 21st. Happy Holidays!
January 29, 2018
John Henderson Junior High School - February 20th at 6:30 p.m. Munroe Junior High School - February 7th at 6:00 p.m. for both English and Late French Immersion
October 26, 2016
LEGO Club - Build, create, design! Club starts November 7th from 12:15-12:45 in the library. Mondays - Grades 1 and 2 Wednesdays - Grades 3 and 4 Fridays - Grade 5
September 21, 2016
This morning we were informed a threat was sent to another school division. As a precautionary measure, we notified our school administrators to take all necessary steps to safeguard their students and staff. Later in the morning, the Winnipeg Police Service announced the threat was deemed to be a hoax. Should...
September 07, 2016
Congratulations to Brianne Goertzen, who was elected to the RETSD Board of Trustees, representing Ward 3. Ms. Goertzen is a Manitoba organizer for the Canadian Federation of Students, is on the board of Child Care Coalition of Manitoba and serves on CUPE's National Post-Secondary Task Force. We look forward to...
April 11, 2016
You are invited to the Angus McKay CSA "Mall Night" fundraiser. The mall in the gym will be open from 6 to 9 p.m. on April 13 th . Come and shop at an array of home party vendors! It costs $2.00 to enter and you will be entered to win...
January 27, 2016
If your child is entering Grade 6 or 7 at John Henderson Junior High this September, you're invited to attend the school open house evening. Bring your child and take the opportunity to learn more about their new school and its programs, and meet some of the staff. The open house...
January 14, 2016
Please see the attached poster for meeting times for Lego Club.
October 13, 2015
Once again, Angus McKay School will be participating in the Plastic Bag Roundup Challenge, a program of Take Pride Winnipeg, by collecting plastic bags for recycling. The goal of this challenge is to inspire everyone to reduce the amount of plastic we are using on a daily basis, and think about...
June 08, 2015
On June 3 various student groups performed a selection of western-themed songs, poems, and dances for our parent volunteers. This was followed by a tea for the volunteers in our library. Thank you to all of our volunteers for sharing your time and efforts with our school. Angus McKay has...
May 13, 2015
Constable Andy visited the students in grades 3 through 6 giving presentations on various health and safety topics. He challenged the grade 3 and 4 students to be safe around strangers you meet both online and in day-to-day interactions. He also reviewed personal street safety as students are spending more...
April 23, 2015
On April 8 th Angus McKay students joined others across the country to stand for respect as part of the National Day of Pink. Grade 4 students reminded the student body of ways we can be "buddies not bullies" by following our school wide matrixes. Students were then paired with...
April 06, 2015
The Volunteer Tea has been moved to June 3rd at 10:45 a.m.
April 06, 2015
The Lunch Program AGM Meeting will be held on June 2nd at 7:00 p.m. in the library.
March 27, 2015
The CSA Meeting scheduled for April 7, 2015 has been cancelled.
March 24, 2015
This winter about 50 students in grades 3 through 6 have been rolling, cartwheeling, and flipping in preparation for the RETSD tumbling rally. Several days each week the students worked with coaches to develop their basic skills such as forward rolls, back rolls, headstands, cartwheels, and bridges. As student skills...
March 16, 2015
Brochures are available at the school office. Each brochure features a unique PIN number and Bar Code assigned to a specific school.
March 12, 2015
Helmets purchased through the Low Cost Bicycle Helmet Initiative will be delivered to schools and child care facilities during the week of May 12 - 20, 2015, instead of March as previously communicated. This is due to a delay in the helmets being shipped from overseas and unfortunately, this has caused...
February 26, 2015
There will be a camp meeting for all grade 5 & 6 students on April 15th at 7:00 p.m. in the gym. Students are asked to please bring their parents!
February 18, 2015
Salisbury Morse Place School invites all former students and employees to help them celebrate 100 years of learning on April 23, 2015. For more information, please see the attached poster.
February 03, 2015
Students were captivated by arctic stories told by author Michael Arvaarluk Kusugak. Michael and his wife Geraldine visited Angus McKay School bringing stories, furs, Inuit clothing, carvings from whale bone and many more items for students to hear, see, touch, and try on. Thank you for transporting us to Repulse...
February 03, 2015
Our curling program will be starting on Monday, January 26 th for students in grades 4 to 6. Students will be curling during their phys ed classes. A big thank you to Mr. Caithness for making our curling rink. Also, thank you to Mrs. Treffner, Mr. Crawley, Owen, Ayden, Mark,...
January 28, 2015
Information nights for our middle years schools are being held during the month of February. See the attached poster for dates and times.
October 24, 2014
RETSD's Annual Report to the Community for 2013-14 is now online. Go
here to read about the progress that has been made related to the divison's prioities.
September 23, 2014
RETSD believes that regular attendance and punctuality are positive behaviours that need to be fostered in our school system. That’s why, in its third year of an initiative to increase school attendance, the division has produced Attendance – a guide for parents and students. Want some tips on how you, as...
June 09, 2014
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