It is with utter sadness that we share the loss of one of our students in this past weekend’s tragedy. Emily Tuck was a grade 12 student at CEC. She was an intelligent, talented and beautifully unique student. We share our deepest condolences for her family and all who knew Emily
It is with heavy hearts that we share we lost one of our teachers in the tragedy on the weekend. Lisa McCully was a grade 3/4 teacher at Debert Elementary and beloved by both her students and colleagues. Our deepest sympathies are extended for all that knew and loved Lisa.
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We at Chignecto Central Regional Centre for Education are heartbroken by the recent news of today’s senseless violence. We send our deepest condolences to everyone touched by this tragedy.
We at Chignecto Central Regional Centre for Education are saddened by the news of the tragic passing of three of our students. We send our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and community impacted by this tragedy.
We will not be silent.
Black Lives Matter.
Indigenous Lives Matter.
We strive to be culturally responsive & create a school culture where each person is free from discrimination and able to experience success. We can do better, and we will do better.
#BeAnAlly
Congrats to Brian Hayden!
(Teacher Award-Colchester/East Hants Local)
Brian Hayden is a strong example of a teacher who incorporates working with colleagues to create a cross-curricular class focused on science and physical education/outdoor land-based learning.
Shelley MacLean is CCRCE’s Coordinator of African Canadian Education/Services. She was born & raised in Truro as a proud member of the ANS community. In her role, Shelley is challenging mindsets to use equitable practices in education. Thank you, Shelley, for all you do!
#IWD2021
All CCRCE Schools (Colchester County, Cumberland County, Pictou County, and the Municipality of East Hants) will be closed today, Friday, January 20, 2023, due to forecasted inclement weather.
Today, CCRCE School Administrators and regional staff had the privilege to listen and learn from esteemed Mi’kmaw educator, Dr. Marie Battiste, on decolonizing education. Wela’lin
@imperialbuster
for sharing your knowledge and inspiring change.
Dan MacDonald, Phys Ed teacher at Pugwash District High, helps students feel accepted, safe and valued in the classroom, gym, pitch, and track. He has the unique ability to connect and engage with all students.
Congratulations Dan!
All CCRCE schools, including those in Cumberland, Colchester and Pictou Counties along with the Municipality of East Hants, are closed today due to inclement weather. (April 4/2022).
All schools in Chignecto-Central Regional Centre for Education, including those in the Municipality of East Hants and Cumberland, Pictou and Colchester Counties, are closed today due to the inclement weather forecast. (2/2/2021).
All CCRCE schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, Feb 5, due to weather forecast, road conditions and to allow time for cleanup.
More information on the status of offices & worksites will be made by 6:30 am tomorrow.
Congrats to Maggie MacPhee!
(Teacher Award- Cumberland County Local)
Maggie is an innovative educator who has been instrumental in reshaping math to include active learning experiences. She makes abstract math and physics topics relatable and graspable for her students.
Congrats to Andrea Beaton, Grade 2 Teacher at Uniacke District, on being one of our 20-21 Excellence in Teaching Award Recipients!
Andrea's students are transported daily into an exciting world of imagination, such as experiencing the world of (pretend) camping).
#CCRCEProud
CCRCE's Director of Programs & Student Services, Shelley Maclean, was recently honoured for her contributions to breaking barriers in education for African Nova Scotians. Shelley was Truro's first African Nova Scotian principal. Congratulations!
All schools in the CCRSB, including those in Cumberland, Colchester and Pictou Counties along with the Municipality of East Hants, will be closed today March 8, 2018 due to forecast conditions. Offices/work sites remain open.
Congratulations to Charlie Chambers, Teacher at
Amherst Regional High School, on being an Education Week Award Recipient.
#NSEdWeek21
Charlie ensures his students feel safe and they know their opinion matters. He works hard to build relationships will all students.
All schools in the Chignecto-Central Regional Centre for Education are closed today, Thursday February 13, 2020 due to the forecast weather conditions.
All schools in CCRCE, including those in Cumberland, Colchester and Pictou Counties along with the Municipality of East Hants, will be dismissing 2 hours early today, Tuesday September 22, 2020 due to impending post-tropical storm Teddy.
All CCRCE schools (including the Municipality of East Hants, and Counties of Colchester, Cumberland and Pictou) are closed today (Monday, December 4, 2023) due to road conditions and expected forecast.
Offices and worksites will remain open.
Congratulations to Shawn Maloney, First Nation Liaison Officer at Hants East Rural High, on being an Education Week Award Recipient.
#NSEdWeek21
Shawn works hard to support students in doing their best. He believes that student voice is the foundation of belonging.
A big thank you to our Operational Services team and IT staff who are working hard across the region to clean up from Hurricane Fiona, and get power to data servers. We truly appreciate you!
#CCRCEProud
All CCRCE schools (Cumberland County, Colchester County, Pictou County, and the Municipality of East Hants) will be closed today, Monday, January 23, 2023 due to road and weather conditions.
Office and worksites will remain open.
Congrats to Michael Adetola!
(African Nova Scotian Educator Award)
Michael provides differentiated instruction for students to achieve outcomes in many ways. He understands his students' needs and sees through their lens to create approaches for them to succeed.
Before the weekend, we wanted to provide you with an update on when you can expect to hear the next update on the status of schools. CCRCE will update families by 5PM on Sunday on the opening status for each of our four Family of Schools for Monday.
Thank you for your patience!
This is a difficult time and we recognize many have been impacted. If you need to talk to someone, the Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 at 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868. The Mobile Mental Health Crisis Line at 1-888-429-8167. 2/2
Did you know that at Hants East Rural High they are offering 2 full sections of Skilled Trades 10 for females only this year? The course is so popular, over 80% of the Grade 10 students take ST10 at HERH. Also pictured is Ian Wilson, the class teacher.
#InternationalWomensDay2019
Riverside Education Centre’s grade 7 classes had a special guest today. Thank you
@classified
for helping our students learn about song writing!
#AtHomeLearningNS
Based on input from EMO, all CCRCE schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday February 6, 2024, to allow for ongoing cleanup efforts at schools and throughout municipalities and towns. Offices and worksites will be open.
Congrats to Rebecca Martin, Teacher at
Pictou Academy, on being an Education Week Award Recipient.
#NSEdWeek21
Rebecca is an outstanding teacher who exemplifies the relational approach with all her students.
Way to go everyone!
Thank you to all teachers, principals, school and regional staff members, parents/guardians, and of course, our students for such an awesome job transitioning to at-home learning!
Ms Hayward's Mi'kmaw Studies 11 students at Hants East Rural High decorated the halls with learning opportunities for the rest of the school. The education boards included Our Culture is Not Your Costume, Treaty Rights, Mi'kmaq Artists and Health Tips through the Medicine Wheel.
All schools in the Chignecto-Central Regional School Board will be closed today.
All CCRSB offices, bus garages and work locations will be closing early at 1:00 PM.
CCRCE Schools in Pictou County and the Municipality of East Hants will be closed today due to potential inclement weather from Hurricane Teddy (Sept. 23)
Congratulations to CEC's Jazz Ensemble for making it into the Top 10 finalists for CBC's Music Class Challenge in Category 8: Senior Vocal (Grades 11-12)
#ccrceproud
@GaryAdamsCCRCE
Congratulations to Karen Berezowski, Teacher at Northumberland Regional High School!
Karen’s teaching is rooted in a relational approach. She has done an excellent job of helping students develop coping strategies through movement and mindfulness.
Teachers from across CCRCE have come together to learn more about how to bring technology into classrooms at the Day of Impact
#coding
#robots
#Impact2020
All CCRCE schools (including the Municipality of East Hants, and the counties of Colchester, Cumberland and Pictou) will be closed today, February 29, 2024, due to weather forecast and road conditions. Offices and work sites remain open.
Congratulations to Shawn Lynds, Vice-Principal at Bible Hill Consolidated!
Shawn looks for ways to bring students' cultures and lived experiences into the classroom in a meaningful and respectful manner.
#NSEdWeek22
Congratulations to Shelley MacLean, Coordinator of African Canadian Education/Services!
Shelley exhibits remarkable leadership by encouraging all staff to make systemic changes. She promotes reaching out to families, questioning biases, and creating authentic relationships.
Over 500 students from four schools (L'nu Sipuk Kina'muokuom School, Shubenacadie Elementary, Riverside Educational Centre, and Hants East Rural High) came together to place orange flags in the shape of a heart on the site of the former Residential School.
All CCRCE schools (Cumberland County, Colchester County, Pictou County, and the Municipality of East Hants) will be closed today, Tuesday, January 24, 2023 due to road and weather conditions.
Office and worksites will remain open.
All CCRCE schools in Colchester, Cumberland and Pictou Counties are closed today, February 17, 2023, due to the forecast freezing rain.
Offices and work sites remain open.
CEC teacher Jay Foster has dedicated his teaching career to seeing his students succeed. Students who leave Jay’s Social Studies classes are well prepared, whether they are attending university, community college, or entering the work force.
Congratulations Jay!
All CCRCE schools, including the counties of Cumberland, Colchester, Pictou and the Municipality of East Hants, will be closed today (February 24, 2023) due to current road conditions and forecasted weather.
Offices and work sites to remain open.
**SCHOOL CLOSURES**
Thursday, November 29
-- All Chignecto Central Regional Centre for Education schools in Colchester County, Cumberland County, Pictou County and East Hants are closed today due to inclement weather.
At-home learning is happening across the region!
Thank you teachers & families for sharing your excitement!
We are SO happy to see our students learning online - as a reminder, please remember to block out ALL names, as well as faces of students who don't have photo consent.
All CCRCE schools (including the Municipality of East Hants, and Counties of Colchester, Cumberland and Pictou) are closed today, March 3, 2023 due to road conditions this morning.
Regional offices and work sites will be delayed opening by 2 hours.
As a French Immersion teacher at Spring Street Academy, Sarah Crocker is committed to fostering in her students a love and appreciation for their second language. She uses art, guest speakers and cultural experiences to enhance student learning.
Congratulations Sarah!
To mark International Women’s Day on March 8, join us in recognizing the amazing women in CCRCE who support students and create positive change.
#IWD2020
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#BecauseOfYou
All CCRCE schools, including those in Cumberland, Colchester and Pictou Counties along with the Municipality of East Hants, are closed today due to inclement weather. (Monday, February 14, 2022)
Our Principals agree we have awesome Guidance Counsellors. Principal Doyle of East Pictou Middle/Frank H MacDonald shared, "If you need help to organize your life, a shoulder to cry on, or help when you’re feeling angry, Mrs. R is there to help."
#CanadianSchoolCounsellingWeek
To mark International Women’s Day on March 8, join us in recognizing the amazing women in CCRCE who support students and create positive change.
#IWD2020
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#BecauseOfYou
All CCRCE schools (including the Municipality of East Hants, and the counties of Colchester, Cumberland and Pictou) will be closed today, February 10, 2023, due to weather and road conditions.
Office and worksites will remain open.
All schools in the CCRCE including Pictou, Cumberland, Colchester Counties and Municipality of East Hants are closed today 12/11/19 due to the inclement weather forecast.
All schools in the Chignecto Central Regional Centre for Education, including those in Pictou, Cumberland, Colchester Counties along with the Muncipality of East Hants will be closed today (2/25/19) due to road conditions.
Congratulations to Noreen Sylliboy of Truro Middle/Truro Elem!
Noreen is a Mi’kmaw language teacher who engages students through song, movement, collaboration, and conversations with Elders and Knowledge Keepers to connect both language and culture in lessons.
#NSEdWeek22