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Directions Newsletter - March 2024

March 27, 2024
​ The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the Chinook Board of Education Regular Meeting on March 25 2024, as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.
Highlights include: Chinook School Celebrations, Deadline Extension for the Chinook Board of Education Agriculture Contest, and 2024-25...

Increased Risk of Measles in Saskatchewan

March 27, 2024
​ The Saskatchewan Health Authority has shared a letter for families regarding the increasing risk of measles in Saskatchewan: Letter-CMO-MeaslesRiskSK-03_19_2024.pdf For more information, visit the SHA website.

Chinook Board of Education Agriculture Contest

March 04, 2024
​ Get ready to dive into the vibrant world of agriculture with the Chinook Board of Education!  The Chinook Board of Education is dedicated to honouring the invaluable role agriculture plays in shaping our lives. That’s why we are thrilled to announce the Chinook Agriculture Contest for Chinook students. Join us...

Southwest Partners Renew Community Violence Threat Assessment and Support Protocol

March 01, 2024
​ March 1, 2024 - The Center for Trauma Informed Practices (CTIP) recently released their 11th Edition of a specialized Violence Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA TM ) Protocol. This current information supported the drafting of the fourth revision of our Community Violence Threat Assessment and Support Protocol: A Collaborative Response to...

Vehicles for Sale by Tender

February 29, 2024

Chinook School Division No. 211 has the following vehicles for sale by tender: 2016 Honda H-RV (159,689 km)
2009 Thomas GMC Express 22 passenger bus (261,020 km)
2008 Thomas FLC2 34 passenger bus (240,912 km)
2003 Ford E350 15 passenger van (198,815 km)
2000 GMC B7 48 passenger bus (199,784 km)
2008 Thomas FLC2...

Directions Newsletter - February 2024

February 13, 2024
​ The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the Chinook Board of Education Regular Meeting on February 12, 2024, as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.
Highlights include: Chinook Student Leadership Council, ​Student Services Status Report, School Ventilation Upgrades and Major Capital Application, Sharing...

Kindergarten Registration Week

February 08, 2024
​ Kindergarten Registration Week is March 4-8, 2024. Chinook schools are very excited to welcome new kindergarten students and their families for the upcoming school year.
Kindergarten eligibility is age 5 by December 31, 2024. Please provide proof of your child's date of birth (Birth Certificate) and Sask Health Card.
Please...

Stewart Valley School Update

January 30, 2024

March 21, 2024 Update from the Chinook Board of Education regarding the status of insurance on the Stewart Valley School rebuild project: A temporary pause has been put on the project while the insurers review the tender results for the construction of the building. Since receiving and reviewing the...

Job Action Update

January 11, 2024
  March 22. 2024​ The Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation announced a four-day withdrawal of extracurricular activities for March 25-28. As a result of the STF job action, all extracurricular activities will be cancelled from Monday to Thursday next week. The STF’s additional announcement regarding the rotating withdrawal of noon-hour supervision in some...

Directions Newsletter - January 2024

January 10, 2024

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the Chinook Board of Education Regular Meeting on January 8, 2024, as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division. Highlights include: Chinook School Celebrations, Technology Status Report, Financial Report, Stewart Valley School Foundation Tender Award,...

Get to Know Your Chinook Trustee

January 04, 2024

Chinook Board members answered a series of questions so Chinook families and communities can get to know their local trustees better! To read each trustee's answers to the five questions below, click on their photo. 
What do you feel you bring to the Board table as a trustee? What do...

Directions Newsletter - December 2023

December 11, 2023

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the Chinook Board of Education Regular Meeting on December 11, 2023, as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division. Directions Newsletter December 2023​

Directions Newsletter - November 2023

November 07, 2023
The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the Chinook Board of Education meeting on November 6, 2023, as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​​
Directions Newsletter November 2023​​

Report Cards for Grade 10-12 Students

November 01, 2023

High school report cards will be published on Friday, November 10 Grade 10-12 families will receive an email on November 10 with instructions to access MSS and student report cards, including resetting your MSS password, if needed. Follow the directions in this graphic to view your child's report card!​​

Education Funding Video

October 23, 2023
As a follow up to the Funding Information Meetings recently held by the Chinook Board of Education in southwest communities, the Board would like to share a short video. The video is a summary of the presentation given at those meetings, explaining why the Chinook Board of Education is concerned about...

Directions Newsletter - October 2023

October 11, 2023
​ The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the Chinook Board of Education meeting on October 10, 2023, as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​​
Directions Newsletter October 2023​​

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Education Funding Informational Meetings

October 02, 2023
The Chinook Board of Education would like to share an invitation to the upcoming Funding Informational Meetings that are being hosted by the board. The purpose of these meetings is to provide an update on the funding challenges within the division and to give staff, families, and community...

Exploring Careers in Agriculture Science

September 29, 2023
​ On September 26, 2023, the Chinook SD Industry Education Program organized an opportunity for 23 students in Grades 9-12 to explore potential careers in Agriculture Science. Participants had the chance to delve into interactive learning experiences encompassing plant science, pesticide application, herbicide management, tillage, marketing, and soil science.  The eight-month...

Directions Newsletter - September 2023

September 12, 2023
​ The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the Chinook Board of Education meeting on September 11, 2023, as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​​
Directions Newsletter September 2023​​

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For Sale by Tender

July 04, 2023

Chinook School Division No. 211
has the following vehicles, equipment and supplies for sale by tender:

2016 Honda H-RV (221,430 km)
2000 GMC B7 48 passenger bus (226,427 km)
2002 GMC B7 36 passenger bus (336,213 km)
2002 GMC B7 36 passenger bus (283,158 km)
2003 GMC B7 36 passenger bus (249,275...

Directions Newsletter - June 2023

June 27, 2023
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The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the Chinook Board of Education meeting on June 26, 2023, as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​​
Directions Newsletter June 2023​​


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Logging into MSS for Report Cards

June 21, 2023
​ It is almost REPORT CARD time again! Please login to MSS​ BEFORE June 28 to ensure you have access to your MSS account. If your login doesn’t work, use the “Forgot Password” button rather than trying incorrectly and getting locked out of your account. 
📩 On June...

Board Letter: Budget and Education Funding

May 26, 2023

​​​May 26, 2023 -- The Chinook Board of Education is sharing the following letter and infographic with staff and families regarding the division budget and education funding update: Chinook Board Budget Letter - May 2023.pdf
* Infographic updated June 14, 2023 ​


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Directions Newsletter - May 2023

May 09, 2023
​ ​ ​ ​ The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the Chinook Board of Education meeting on May 8, 2023, as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​​
Directions Newsletter May 2023​


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CAMPS Golf Tournament

April 27, 2023
​The CAMPS Golf Tournament will be held at the Saskatchewan Landing Golf Resort on Saturday, June 3, 2023.​ For info and to register, please contact CAMPS.  Registration Form:​  CAMPS Golf Tournament-Calling all Golfers (1).pdf
See poster for details. 

Chinook Receives Provincial Budget for the 2023-2024 School Year

March 31, 2023

March 31, 2023 - On March 22, the 2023-2024 provincial budget was announced in the legislature, with $15 million dollars of new money (not received the previous year) to be invested in the 27 school divisions. Chinook received approximately $400,000 of the new funding dollars, which is a 0.5%...

2023-2024 Chinook School Calendar

March 22, 2023

Calendar options were developed by the Chinook Calendar Committee and voted on by Chinook employees, parents and community stakeholders in February. The chosen calendar has now been endorsed by the Board of Education and approved by the Ministry.
2023-24 Chinook School Calendar​ ​​ Defined Requirements The Saskatchewan Education Act requires the...

Directions Newsletter - March 2023

March 14, 2023
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The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the Chinook Board of Education meeting on March 13, 2023, as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​​
Directions Newsletter March 2023


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Stewart Valley School Rebuild Receives Ministry Approval

March 14, 2023
​ We are excited to announce that the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education has joined Chinook School Division in approving the Stewart Valley School rebuild to move ahead using insurance proceeds. The ministry has stipulated that they will not provide the division with any additional funding for the rebuild project.
The division is...

Chinook Agriculture Literacy Month in March

February 28, 2023

Board Declares “Chinook Agriculture Literacy Month” In recognition of Canadian Agriculture Literacy Month (CALM), the Board of Education has declared Agriculture Literacy Month in Chinook School Division for the month of March. As a school division in rural southwest Saskatchewan, the Chinook board is supporting this important and engaging...

Directions Newsletter - February 2023

February 16, 2023
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The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the Chinook Board of Education meeting on February 13, 2023, as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​​
Directions Newsletter February 2023

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Kindergarten Registration Week

February 10, 2023
​ Kindergarten Registration Week is March 6-10, 2023. Chinook School Division is very excited to welcome new kindergarten students and their families for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year.
Kindergarten eligibility is age 5 by December 31, 2023. Please provide proof of your child's date of birth (Birth Certificate) and Sask Health...

Destruction of Documents

February 06, 2023

Public notice is hereby given that the Chinook School Division No. 211 will be destroying all student records, in our possession, for students born between 1995–1998 in order to align with our Records Retention and Disposal Guidelines. 
This will include all student records from the legacy school divisions including:...

2023-2024 School Calendar Vote

February 01, 2023

This year, Chinook employees and parents/guardians may vote for their preferred calendar for the 2023-2024 school year. The Chinook Calendar Committee has developed two calendar options for parents and staff to vote: 
GREEN Calendar   
or
BLUE Calendar  

Details: 
2023-24...

Chinook Board will Apply to Rebuild Stewart Valley School

January 23, 2023

​At a Special Meeting on January 23, the Chinook Board of Education voted to approve the submission of an application to the provincial government to rebuild Stewart Valley School. This important step in the process allows the division to move forward in requesting approval from the Ministry of Education and...

Directions Newsletter - January 2023

January 11, 2023

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the Chinook Board of Education meeting on January 9, 2023, as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​​
Directions Newsletter January 2023​​​



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Backstory: cree word of the week

January 04, 2023

By Anthony Nickel, Maple Creek Composite School Teacher MCCS and Chinook School Division launched a “cree word of the week” initiative in the fall of 2022. Every week, a cree word, meaning and annunciation is shared in a variety of ways with students, staff and families at schools around the division....

Directions Newsletter - December 2022

December 14, 2022
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The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the Chinook Board of Education meeting on December 12, 2022, as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​​
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Local Government Week: November 14-20, 2022

November 14, 2022

To raise awareness and engagement in local democracy, Local Government Week is proclaimed in Saskatchewan November 14-20. School boards are elected to govern K-12 education in their school divisions and are essential members of local government. #LGWSK highlights the importance of grassroots-level decision-making.  Read more about the Chinook Board...

Bus Driver Recruitment Fair at Consul School

November 08, 2022
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As a Chinook bus driver, you are the first smiling face that greets students in the morning and the last smiling face they see when they get home. If you love kids and you want to make a difference, we want to meet you! Want to learn more? Attend...

Directions Newsletter - November 2022

November 08, 2022

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the Chinook Board of Education Regular and Organizational meetings on November 7, 2022, as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​​ Directions Newsletter November 2022​​

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Directions Newsletter - October 2022

October 12, 2022

The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the October 11, 2022 Board meetingsas well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​ Directions Newsletter October 2022


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Treaty 4 and Métis Nation Flag Raising at CEC

October 04, 2022

On October 4, 2022, the Treaty 4 flag and the Métis Nation flag were raised during a ceremony at the Chinook Education Centre. Chinook School Division is proud to work in an educational partnership with Nekaneet First Nation and the Métis Nation of Saskatchewan Western Region 3. This event...

SWAC Sports

September 21, 2022

For upcoming events and results, follow SWAC on social media: 
     

SWAC Website

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Directions Newsletter - September 2022

September 14, 2022

The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the September 12, 2022 Board meetingsas well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​ Directions Newsletter September 2022​

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2022-23 School Year Plan for Stewart Valley Students and Staff

September 07, 2022
​ Wednesday, September 7, 2022 - The fire at Stewart Valley School on August 26, 2022 was a devastating and traumatic loss for students, staff and the community of Stewart Valley. During the days immediately following the loss of the school building, Chinook School Division has been working to identify and...

Update for Chinook Families

September 06, 2022
​ Chinook schools will have our flags at half-mast for the next 10 days, in showing our respect and mourning with the communities of James Smith Cree Nation, the Village of Weldon and all who are dealing with this tragic loss.​ Chinook schools emailed the following letter to all families: Update for...

Statement: Stewart Valley School

August 26, 2022

Friday, August 26, 2022 - There was a major fire at Stewart Valley School today and unfortunately, due to the extensive damage, the building will not be functioning for the upcoming school year. Thankfully, nobody was in the building at the time and the fire was contained to the school. Chinook...

Welcome to New Subdivision 1 Trustee

August 11, 2022
​Congratulations and welcome to Keri Hudec, elected Trustee for Subdivision 1 of the Chinook School Division Board of Education! Subdivision 1 includes the school communities of Burstall, Fox Valley and Leader, as well as Haven and Estuary Hutterian schools.​ Keri took her Oath of Office as Trustee for Subdivision 1 ​at the...

Directions Newsletter - June 2022

June 27, 2022

The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the June 13 and June 27, 2022 Board meetings as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​ Directions Newsletter June 2022​

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Directions Newsletter - May 2022

May 11, 2022

The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the May 9, 2022 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​
Directions Newsletter May 2022

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Grade 9 at Success, Waldeck and Wymark

April 27, 2022

The Chinook Board of Education passed a motion on Monday, April 25, 2022 to accept the recommendation from the Success, Waldeck and Wymark School Community Councils to discontinue Grade 9 at the schools, based on their community consultations. 
Information is available to Grade 8 families and will be...

Directions Newsletter - April 2022

April 15, 2022

The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the April 11, 2022 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​
Directions Newsletter April 2022

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2022-2023 School Calendar

April 14, 2022

The 2022-2023 school calendar was developed by the Chinook Calendar Committee, which is made up of employees representing various positions and locations across the division. Please note the following information: ​Defined Requirements
The Saskatchewan Education Act requires the following:
A minimum of 950 hours of instructional time per year; Six weeks...

Chinook Regional Science Fair

March 30, 2022

The 32nd annual Chinook Regional Science Fair saw 35 students showcase 22 projects from diverse topics ranging from vaccines and rapid tests to swimsuits and robotic vision.
The Saskatchewan Chinook Regional Science Fair provides an opportunity for young scientists from Southwest Saskatchewan to present their research, earn prizes, and for...

Kindergarten Registration Week

February 16, 2022

Kindergarten Registration Week is March 7-11, 2022. Chinook School Division is very excited to welcome new kindergarten students and their families for the upcoming 2022-2023 school year. Kindergarten eligibility is age 5 by December 31, 2022. Please provide proof of your child's date of birth (Birth Certificate) and Sask Health...

Chinook Trustee Resignation

February 16, 2022

On February 14, 2022, the Chinook Board of Education accepted the resignation of Shane Andrus, Trustee for Subdivision 1, due to the physical relocation of his residency. In his letter addressed to the Board, Dr. Andrus stated, “It has been my honor to serve as Trustee of Ward 1...

Virtual Presentation by Lynn Lyons

February 02, 2022

We welcome back the expertise of Lynn Lyons to Chinook School Division. Lynn, using her extensive personal and professional experience, will provide you with practical concrete strategies to deal with the impact of the pandemic and other stressors. Parents need strategies to help their children and teens manage their anxiety,...

Family Literacy Day and Week

January 14, 2022

The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed January 27, 2022, as Family Literacy Day and January 23 to 29, 2022, as Family Literacy Week in Saskatchewan. The week provides opportunities for communities, libraries, schools and other organizations to plan events that raise awareness about the importance of family literacy. Parents with...

Directions Newsletter - January 2022

January 12, 2022
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The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the January 10, 2022 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​
Directions Newsletter January 2022

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Directions Newsletter - December 2021

December 14, 2021

The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the December 13, 2021 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​
Directions Newsletter December 2021​

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SHA Vaccine Clinics

November 23, 2021

The Saskatchewan Health Authority ​ is holding vaccine clinics after school for ages 5-11 in Swift Current elementary schools, in rural community centres and other locations. Check out the dates, locations and times listed in the images above. A parent/guardian must be in attendance to provide consent. Click here to download...

Directions Newsletter - November 2021

November 09, 2021

The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the November 8, 2021 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​
Directions Newsletter November 2021​

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Directions Newsletter - October 2021

October 13, 2021
​ The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the October 12, 2021 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​
Directions Newsletter October 2021

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Provincial Mask Mandate

September 17, 2021

September 17, 2021
The Government of Saskatchewan is requiring the use of non-medical masks in all indoor public spaces in Saskatchewan, including schools. More details on the Government of Saskatchewan COVID-19 website.

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Directions Newsletter - September 2021

September 15, 2021
​ ​ The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the September 13, 2021 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​
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Distance Learning Interest Survey

August 13, 2021

Due to the recent increase in COVID cases in the southwest and across the province, Chinook School Division is considering the possibility of once again offering distance learning through the Chinook Cyber School for Chinook students in grades 1-12 in the Fall of 2021. An email went out to...

Transportation Requests for City Schools

August 11, 2021

🚌 REMINDER 🚌 to families with students attending Swift Current schools: Please submit a transportation request form if your child needs NEW bussing or a CHANGE to bussing for the 2021-2022 school year.
**The last day to submit requests is Thursday, August 26th and any changes after that...

Directions Newsletter - June 2021

June 15, 2021
​ The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the June 14, 2021 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​
Directions Newsletter June 2021​​

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Chinook Board Approves Difficult Budget for 2021-2022

June 14, 2021
​ At the regular Board Meeting on Monday, June 14, 2021, the Chinook Board of Education approved a budget for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year, with the division facing a shortfall once again. Revenues from grants and other will be $83.35M, which incorporates the $481,795 additional revenue provided by the provincial...

Directions Newsletter - May 2021

May 12, 2021
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The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the May 10, 2021 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​ Directions Newsletter May 2021​


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Education Staff Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccination

April 29, 2021
​Message from Mark Benesh, Director of Education​: The health and safety of staff and students is a priority for Chinook School Division and we strongly encourage all Chinook staff to get vaccinated for COVID-19.​ Today, the Premier of Saskatchewan officially announced that teachers and educational staff will be eligible for the...

May is Early Childhood Education Month!

April 29, 2021

Did you know that your child's brain is almost fully grown when they are just six years old? When you help your child learn before age six, you are building a foundation for social, emotional, physical and academic skills that will last a lifetime!
Simple activities like dancing, singing, talking,...

RFP Cafeteria Food Services - SCCHS

April 21, 2021

Swift Current Comprehensive High School in Swift Current, Saskatchewan is seeking proposals for qualified food service companies, to provide affordable food options, and support healthy lifestyles. Read the document below for more details:
SCCHS Cafeteria Proposal​

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Managing Emotional Health During Uncertain Times: Lynn Lyons

April 13, 2021
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​We welcome back the expertise of Lynn Lyons to Chinook School Division. Lynn, using her extensive personal and professional experience, will provide you with practical  concrete strategies and skills to support your children an​d adolescents with the ongoing emotional disappointments and challenges we face as we work through the...

Chinook Receives Provincial Budget for the 2021-2022 School Year

April 08, 2021

On April 6, the 2021-2022 provincial budget was announced in the legislature with a 2.3% increase in operating funds for PreK-12 Education. Chinook will again face a fiscal challenge as the budget is developed for the upcoming school year. The division’s recognized grant of $77.17M is approximately $490,000 more...

Chinook School Board Announces Director of Education

March 17, 2021

For Release: March 17, 2021 The Chinook Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the new Director of Education, Mr. Mark Benesh. The Board selected Mark Benesh because of his caring and positive approach to leadership. In their experience working with Mark in his recent role as Acting Director, the...

Directions Newsletter - March 2021

March 10, 2021

The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the March 8, 2021 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​ Directions Newsletter March 2021​

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Truth and Reconciliation: Speaker Series

February 23, 2021
March 3, 10 and 17, 2021 Senator Murray Sinclair, Chief Commissioner of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, will be the first speaker in the Truth and Reconciliation speakers series starting March 3rd. The Chinook School Division in conjunction with the Southwest Truth and Reconciliation Committee will be hosting a Truth and...

Director of Education/CEO

February 12, 2021

Due to the recent retirement of our Director, the Board of Trustees invites applications for the position of Director/CEO. Duties will commence July 1, 2021, or as mutually agreed.
Chinook Director - Description.pdf Chinook Director - Ideal Candidate Profile.pdf

The competition will remain open until a suitable...

Kindergarten Registration Week

January 26, 2021

Kindergarten Registration Week is March 8-12, 2021. This year, all Chinook schools will be registering new Kindergarten students online or by email.

The Chinook School Division is very excited to welcome new kindergarten students and their families for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year.
• Kindergarten eligibility is age...

2021-2022 School Calendar Vote

January 18, 2021

​This year, all Chinook employees and parents/caregivers may vote for their preferred calendar for the 2021-2022 school year. The Chinook Calendar Committee has, once again, developed two calendar options. Typically, we try to set our Division calendar early so families may plan in a proactive manner.
Committee Members:
Teresa Broberg –...

Directions Newsletter - December 2020

December 16, 2020

The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the December 14, 2020 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​
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Directions Newsletter - November 2020

November 24, 2020

The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the November 23, 2020 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​
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Chinook Board Re-elects Chair and Vice Chair

November 23, 2020

At the Chinook School Division Board Organizational Meeting on November 23, the Board re-elected Kim Pridmore to continue as Board Chair and Katelyn Toney to continue as Vice Chair for the 2020-2021 term. Congratulations to Kim and Katelyn! External Committees Appointments: Public Board Section and SSBA (Saskatchewan School Boards Association)...

Education Week: Connecting and Learning in New Ways

November 22, 2020
​ Education Week provides an excellent opportunity to celebrate the achievements of all Saskatchewan students and the dedication of education professionals around the province both this week and throughout the year. 
This year’s theme, Connecting and Learning in New Ways, recognizes the strength and leadership schools have shown as they quickly...

Extracurricular Sports

November 14, 2020

We have heard from our coaches, administrators and teachers about the positive impact of extracurricular activities at Chinook schools and the effect they have had on the well-being of students. We are very grateful that schools were able to run fall sports over the last couple of months, including golf, football,...

Notice of Poll

October 26, 2020

A Poll has been granted for the election of Board Members for Chinook School Division No. 211, Subdivisions 2, 3 and 4. Voting will take place on Monday, November 9, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. at the polling places listed below. SUBDIVISION 2
Success Village Center...

Directions Newsletter - October 2020

October 15, 2020

The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the October 13, 2020 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​

Directions Newsletter October 2020​​​

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For Sale by Tender

October 13, 2020

Chinook School Division No. 211  has the following vehicles for sale by tender: 
2015 Honda CRV (197,561 km)  2002 GMC B7 66 passenger Bus (356,070 km)  2009 Bluebird Vision 48 passenger Bus (210,257 km)  2009 GMC Thomas 22 passenger Bus (223,353 km)  1997 Ford Aerostar AWD Van (213,300 km)  ...

Abandonment of Poll: Subdivisions 1, 5, 6 and 7

October 08, 2020

NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL: Subdivisions 1, 5, 6 and 7 Whereas a poll is not required pursuant to The Local Government Election Act for the offices of Board Member for Chinook School Division No. 211, Subdivisions 1, 5, 6 and 7. We hereby give public notice that no voting for the...

Directions Newsletter - September 2020

September 15, 2020

The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the September 14, 2020 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​
Directions Newsletter September 2020​​

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Call for Nominations and Mail-in Ballot Option

September 03, 2020

Election date: November 9, 2020 In Saskatchewan, municipal and school board elections are governed by The Local Government Election Act, 2015. Persons wishing to interpret or administer the law should consult the original Act and Regulations.
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS: Chinook School Division No. 211 Board of Education Members
Nomination...

Provincial Safe Schools Plan Parent Package

August 27, 2020

The Ministries of Health and Education have worked together to create a comprehensive parent package to help families prepare for the beginning of school on September 8, 2020. The Safe Schools Plan package includes:
Information on the Safe Schools Plan General tips for parents and caregivers Mask wearing information for children...

New Student Registration August 24-28

August 22, 2020
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Students head back to school on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8th!​ Families who have moved to a community within Chinook School Division or a new attendance area in Swift Current may register by contacting their local school during the week of AUGUST 24-28.
SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS are typically posted on school...

Southwest Partners Renew Community Violence Threat Assessment and Support Protocol

June 29, 2020

The North American Center for Threat Assessment & Trauma Response (NACTATR) recently released their 10th Edition of a specialized Violence Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA) Protocol. This current information supported the drafting of the third revision of our Community Violence Threat Assessment and Support Protocol: A Collaborative Response to Assessing...

Congratulations to all Chinook Teacher Retirees!

June 24, 2020
​From the Chinook Teachers' Association and Chinook School Division
Dee Dean

Michelle Dewar

Sherri Andrzejewski

Lisa Kuntz

Loralee Orthner

Lisa Olson​


National Indigenous Peoples Day - June 21

June 19, 2020
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COVID-19: Update on celebrations
Due to the seriousness of the COVID-19 crisis, the Government of Canada invites Canadians to celebrate this year's National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day at home. Keep yourself, your family and your community safe by following instructions from health officials and...

Directions Newsletter - June 2020

June 09, 2020
​The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the May 11, 2020 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​
Directions Newsletter June 2020​




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Congratulations Graduates!

May 29, 2020
  A special message from Director of Education, Kyle McIntyre: 
Congratulations to all Chinook 2020 Graduates! 
Graduation is the culmination of your K-12 school experience. My hope is that you have had many positive learning experiences, and have formed many positive relationships with both students and staff. This year...

Bus Drivers across Saskatchewan helping keep students connected during COVID-19

May 25, 2020
​ Article and photo from  CUPE Saskatchewan As schools around the province are closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, CUPE education support workers are finding new and creative ways to meet the needs of students and communities. In the Chinook School Division, bus drivers who are members of CUPE...

Chinook Receives Top Marks in Provincial Math Audit

May 14, 2020

From 2011-2015, Chinook schools had a focus on math with a goal to strategically improve the understanding and instruction of math through resources, training and coaching. Over the course of the “Math Momentum” initiative, the division’s math scores went from 72.5% to 90%, which is a 17.5% increase over...

Directions Newsletter - May 2020

May 12, 2020

The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the May 11, 2020 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​
Directions Newsletter May 2020​


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CAMPS Fundraising Golf Tournament

April 24, 2020

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the restrictions under the Saskatchewan public health order, the CAMPS Annual Fundraising Golf Tournament scheduled for June 6, 2020 has been cancelled. 
Thank you to everyone who has supported CAMPS! 

Directions Newsletter - April 2020

April 16, 2020
​ The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the April 14, 2020 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​ Directions Newsletter April 2020

Driver Education Update: COVID-19

April 14, 2020

April 9, 2020​
Attention Parents:
As you are aware, the Premier of Saskatchewan suspended classes indefinitely as of March 20, 2020 based on the recommendations from Saskatchewan Health. This has impacted our ability to deliver the Driver Education program to Chinook students. Please review the following questions and answers.
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Chinook Board Meetings

April 09, 2020

Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Board Meeting on Monday, April 14, 2020, will be held electronically. Following the meeting, the minutes and Directions Newsletter will be published on our website. The Chinook Board is committed to #flattenthecurve and respecting the need to practice social distancing.​ ​

Update from Ministry of Health

March 12, 2020

Update: March 14, 2020
The Government​ of Saskatchewan updated their Travel Guidance on Friday, March 13, 2020. Please note the important information below and click the link to read the updated March 13 Coronavirus Information document.

The Public Health Agency of Canada is recommending residents postpone or cancel all non-essential travel outside...

Directions Newsletter - March 2020

March 10, 2020

The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the March 9, 2020 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​
Directions Newsletter March 2020


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Chinook Receives Notice of Job Action

March 09, 2020

The Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation has been involved in a provincial bargaining process that has reached a difficult stage. This morning, the STF announced that the Teachers’ Bargaining Committee will be implementing sanctions beginning Thursday, March 12, 2020.

Under the Restriction of Services sanction, all Federation members will: Continue...

Kindergarten Registration Week

February 11, 2020
​​ The Chinook School Division is very excited to welcome new kindergarten students and their families for the upcoming 2020-2021 school year.
• Kindergarten eligibility is age 5 by December 31, 2020. • Please bring proof of your child's date of birth (Birth Certificate) and Sask Health Card.
• Please register...

Job Action Possibility

February 11, 2020
​ Please be advised that the possibility exists for direction by the Saskatchewan Teachers Federation which may require Saskatchewan teachers to participate in some form of job action, including Chinook School Division. ​ As an organization, we value the excellent work that teachers do with students in our schools and for our...

Chinook Music Week 2020

February 05, 2020

Chinook Music Week is February 10-14, with clinicians Doug Pullen and Marlene Hinz visiting a variety of schools throughout the division. Watch our social media feeds for photos of activities at Chinook schools!
Douglas Pullen is a founding member of “Bach to Beatles”.  He has performed with the...

Chinook Trustee Profile: Tim Weinbender

February 04, 2020
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Chinook School Division is featuring profiles on our Board members. We gave them a series of questions to answer so our families and communities can get to know them a little better...
Trustee Profile: TIM WEINBENDER
Tim is a Trustee for Subdivision 3, which includes public schools...

Directions Newsletter - January 2020

January 14, 2020

The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the January 13, 2020 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.
Directions Newsletter January 2020​

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Directions Newsletter - December 2019

December 10, 2019
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The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the December 9, 2019 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.
Directions Newsletter December 2019​​

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Directions Newsletter - November 2019

November 14, 2019

The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the November 12, 2019 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.
Directions Newsletter November 2019​​​

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Chinook Board Re-elects Chair & Vice Chair for 2019-20

November 12, 2019

At the Chinook School Division Board Organizational Meeting on November 12, the Board re-elected Kim Pridmore to continue as Board Chair and Katelyn Toney to continue as Vice Chair for the 2019-2020 term. Congratulations to Kim and Katelyn!   

External Committees Appointments:
Public Board Section and SSBA (Saskatchewan School Boards Association) Members...

2020-2021 School Calendar Vote

November 12, 2019
​ To: Chinook Parents/Guardians and Staff
This year, all Chinook employees and parents may vote for their preferred calendar for the 2020-2021 school year. The Chinook Calendar Committee has developed two calendar options. Typically, we try to set our Division calendar early so families may plan in a proactive manner.

Committee Members:...

Wednesday, November 6 is Take Our #KidsToWork Day!

November 04, 2019

On Wednesday, November 6​, Grade 9 students will spend a day in the workplace of a parent, relative, friend or volunteer host, to experience and learn about the world of work. 
Watch for another surprise Chinook Instagram takeover!​

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MSS Family Portal - Parent Login

November 01, 2019

Chinook Parents/Guardians

Chinook was recently informed by the Ministry of Education that the very FIRST TIME you log in to the MSS Family Portal, you must use a computer, not a mobile device such as a phone.  
After you complete the initial login with password change...

Chinook Trustee Profile: Kim Pridmore

October 25, 2019

Chinook School Division is featuring profiles on our Board members. We gave them a series of questions to answer so our families and communities can get to know them a little better...

Trustee Profile: KIM PRIDMORE

Kim is currently the Board Chair and is the Trustee...

Directions Newsletter - October 2019

October 16, 2019
​​ The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the October 15, 2019 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division. Directions Newsletter October 15, 2019​​

School Sport Week Celebrated in Chinook

October 10, 2019

The Saskatchewan High Schools Athletic Association (SHSAA) is pleased to announce that Honourable Gordon Wyant, Minister of Education in the Province of Saskatchewan, has proclaimed October 6 – 12, 2019 as 'School Sport Week' in Saskatchewan. “The proclamation of School Sport Week in Saskatchewan provides an opportunity to celebrate...

Orange Shirt Day at SCCHS

October 01, 2019
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Orange Shirt Day is celebrated across Canada on September 30th, as National Truth and Reconciliation Day. It is a day to honour and remember residential school survivors and their families, and those who never made it home. The end of September was chosen because it is the time...

Directions Newsletter - September 2019

September 10, 2019

The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the September 9, 2019 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.
Directions Newsletter September 9, 2019


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Volleyball Officials' Clinic

September 03, 2019
​​ The annual volleyball officials clinic will take place on Wednesday, September 11 beginning at 6:30pm at the Swift Current Comprehensive High School lecture theatre. There is NO CHARGE and it is open to the public.
WHERE: SCCHS Lecture Theatre
WHEN: Wednesday, September 11, 2019
TIME: 6:30pm ​
All levels of experience...

30 km/hr School Zones in Swift Current

August 19, 2019

Swift Current City Council, at their regular Council Meeting held on Monday, July 29th, approved a Motion to amend the School Zone and Active Playground Zone Traffic Bylaw to enhance safety in and around schools and playgrounds.
The approved amendments to the Bylaw state that, between the hours...

Transportation Changes/Requests Deadline

August 15, 2019

ATTENTION: Parents/Guardians
For rural students, your bus driver will contact you directly with drop off and pick up times by August 27.
For K-8 students that live in Swift Current, you can access your child’s bussing information on e-Link. The e-Link log-in information you received in June...

SWAC 2019 Award Winners

June 25, 2019
​Congratulations to the Chinook teachers and staff who earned SWAC Awards this year! Thank you for your dedication to athletics and to your students!

Rob Englot (Vanguard) - SWAC Service Award (presented by President Janna Walker)


Lana Marshall (Leader) - Female Coach Award 2019


Bryan Schlamp...

Chinook Trustee Profile: Susan Mouland

June 18, 2019

Chinook School Division is featuring profiles on our Board members throughout the 2018-2019 school year. We gave them a series of questions to answer so our families and communities can get to know them a little better...
Susan Mouland is the Trustee for Subdivision 7, which includes the...

Directions Newsletter - June 2019

June 12, 2019

The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the June 10,  2019 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.

Directions Newsletter June 10, 2019

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Destruction of Documents

June 12, 2019
​​ Public Notice is hereby given that the  Chinook School Division No. 211 will be destroying all student records, in our possession, for students born between 1970 – 1979 in order to align with our Records Retention and Disposal Guidelines.
This will include all student records from the legacy school divisions including: Eastend, Gull Lake,...

Chinook Trustee Profile: Katelyn Toney

June 07, 2019
​ Chinook School Division is featuring profiles on our Board members throughout the 2018-2019 school year. We gave them a series of questions to answer so our families and communities can get to know them a little better... Katelyn Toney is the Trustee for Subdivision 4, which includes the schools in Tompkins,...

Swift Current Family Fun Day

May 22, 2019
​Saturday, June 1st from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Family Resource Center in the Gym area - 7885 6th Avenue NE.  


Directions Newsletter - May 2019

May 17, 2019

The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the May 13,  2019 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.
Directions Newsletter May 2019

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Congratulations to our Grad Plan prize winners!

May 14, 2019

Congratulations to all the high school students across the division who won various prizes in the draws for completing several activities within myBlueprint to support the development of their Grad Plan Portfolio
Students earned points for completing activities and used their points to enter the...

CAMPS 10th Annual Golf Tournament

May 07, 2019

Join us for a fun day of golf and fundraising on Saturday, June 1 at 10:00am at the Sask Landing Golf Resort. For more information or to register as an individual or team, contact CAMPS at 306-778-9288 or Sask Landing Golf Resort at 1-866-691-4653. Please register by May 27!

Leader Family Fun Day

April 29, 2019
​Saturday, May 11th from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Leader Composite School Gym  




Bus Driver Recruitment Fair in Leader

April 27, 2019
JOIN US FOR A BBQ and LEARN TO DRIVE A SCHOOL BUS!
We are hiring route and spare drivers for Leader, Cabri and Burstall areas. Everyone is welcome! Trainers & mechanic on-site Job interview opportunities Bring your resume

Destruction of Documents

April 18, 2019
​ Public Notice is hereby given that the  Chinook School Division No. 211 will be destroying all student records, in our possession, for students born between 1960 – 1969 in order to align with our Records Retention and Disposal Guidelines.
This will include all student records from the legacy school divisions including: Eastend, Gull Lake,...

Chinook Cyber School Receiving ISTE Online Learning Network Award

April 11, 2019
​ The Chinook Cyber School has been recognized by the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Online Learning Network for creating exceptional online learning experiences for students. The ISTE Online Learning Network Award recognizes exceptional educators and leaders who are paving the way for transformational online and blended learning. ISTE...

Chinook Trustee Profile: Tim Ramage

April 10, 2019

Chinook School Division is featuring profiles on our Board members throughout the 2018-2019 school year. We gave them a series of questions to answer so our families and communities can get to know them a little better...

This month's profile is TIM RAMAGE.
Tim Ramage is...

Directions Newsletter - April 2019

April 09, 2019
​ The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the April 8 , 2019 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.
Directions Newsletter April 2019

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Provincial Education Plan - Online Survey

April 09, 2019

The Government of Saskatchewan is looking for input from the public to identify priorities for Saskatchewan’s education plan for 2020 to 2030.

In the spring 2018, the Deputy Premier and Education Minister Gordon Wyant asked the Ministry of Education to work collaboratively with education sector stakeholders to begin...

Chinook Receives Provincial Budget

March 21, 2019

On March 20, the 2019-2020 provincial budget was announced in the legislature with a 1.4% increase in operating funds for PreK-12 Education. Chinook will again face a shortfall as the budget is developed for the upcoming school year. The division’s recognized grant of $75.44M is approximately $140,000 more than...

Directions Newsletter - March 2019

March 13, 2019

The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the March 11, 2019 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.

Directions Newsletter March 2019

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Chinook Sports Report - March 10

March 12, 2019
​Our SWAC teams were very busy this weekend. The SWAC senior girls and boys basketball leagues wrapped up. We had athletes at the SHSAA provincial championships for curling and wrestling. Plus, all of our 1A-3A basketball teams participated in the first level of SHSAA provincial basketball playoffs.
SENIOR BASKETBALL LEAGUE...

Chinook Sports Report - March 3

March 05, 2019
​Eventually, Mother Nature co-operated and we were able to play or reschedule basketball games. In the junior girl’s league consolation game, on Thursday 28, the Wymark girls defeated Shaunavon girls (77-61). On Friday, March 1, the Junior Boys SWAC basketball league championship was played in Swift Current. The SCCHS Gr 9...

The Chinook Grad Plan

February 25, 2019
​ Part 1: Introducing the Chinook Grad Plan... ​
All high school students in Saskatchewan have a Graduation Plan Portfolio that is intended to assist them in exploring their interests, skills, values and personal skills while considering the many career pathways open to them within Saskatchewan, Canada, and beyond.
We want...

Arrêt/Stop Racism Youth Leadership Workshop

February 15, 2019

This FREE Youth Leadership Workshop is on March 7, 2019, from 9 am to 3 pm in Swift Current. All high school students are welcome. They must be registered by their teachers and staff need to attend with them. 
SWIFT CURRENT: March 7, 2019 Swift Current Comprehensive High School...

Directions Newsletter - February 2019

February 13, 2019
​ The Chinook School Division Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the February 11, 2019 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.
Directions Newsletter February 2019
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Chinook Trustee Profile: Gwen Humphrey

February 04, 2019

Chinook School Division is featuring profiles on our Board members throughout the 2018-2019 school year. We gave them a series of questions to answer so our families and communities can get to know them a little better...
This month's profile is GWEN HUMPHREY

Gwen is the Trustee...

Living Sky Casino Pow Wow

January 28, 2019

February 16 - February 17             
Living Sky Casino 10th Anniversary Pow Wow will be held at Kinetic Park in Swift Current February 16-17, 2019. Pow Wow is a gathering of all Nations, a celebration that is unique to North America, showcasing ancestral dances,...

Kindergarten Registration 2019-2020

January 24, 2019

The Chinook School Division is very excited to welcome new kindergarten students and their families for the upcoming 2019-2020 school year. Kindergarten eligibility is age 5 by December 31, 2019.
Please bring proof of your child's birth date (Birth certificate) and Sask Health card.
Please contact your local Chinook...

PUBLIC TENDER - School Bus Services

January 23, 2019

LEADER, BURSTALL, CABRI, SHAUNAVON

The Board of Education of the Chinook School Division invites tenders for the supply of contracted School Bus Services as described within the rural catchments for the Leader, Burstall, Cabri and Shaunavon areas for a period of three (3) years commencing August 2019.

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Directions Newsletter - January 2019

January 17, 2019

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the January 14, 2019 Board meeting, as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.
Directions Newsletter - January 2019

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Superintendents of Schools Announcement

January 17, 2019

Congratulations to our newest Superintendents of Schools, Kathy Robson and Steve Michaluk!  Kathy will assume responsibility for the Central Cluster schools and Steve will assume responsibility for the West Cluster schools. They will officially join our Chinook senior administration team on August 1, 2019. 

Chinook Trustee Profile: Dianne Hahn

January 09, 2019

Chinook School Division is featuring profiles on our Board members throughout the 2018-2019 school year. We gave them a series of questions to answer so our families and communities can get to know them a little better...
This month's profile is DIANNE HAHN

Dianne Hahn is a...

To Chinook teachers, staff and school communities:

December 21, 2018

During this festive season of giving, let us take time to slow down and enjoy the simple things. May this wonderful time of the year touch your heart in a special way. Wishing you much happiness not just at Christmas, but throughout the New Year.
On behalf of...

Safe Places Welcomes Chinook School Division

December 04, 2018

All of the Chinook Board of Education trustees have made a commitment to obtaining their Safe Places – Youth Certification through this new initiative. Top Row (L-R): Dianne Hahn, Shane Andrus, Allan Bridal, Larry Caswell, Susan Mouland; Bottom Row (L-R): Kimberly Pridmore, Tim Weinbender, Gwen Humphrey, Tim Ramage, Katelyn Toney. Chinook School...

Chinook Trustee Profile: Al Bridal

December 03, 2018

Chinook School Division is featuring profiles on our Board members throughout the 2018-2019 school year. We gave them a series of questions to answer so our families and communities can get to know them a little better...
This month's profile is ALLAN BRIDAL

Al Bridal is a...

Chinook SD Sports Report - November 25

November 26, 2018
And just like that, the first three months of SHSAA sport are done. The last medals for fall sports were handed out this weekend at the Boys Provincial Volleyball Championships. A huge ‘thank you’ to all our SWAC junior/senior coaches for working with our kids in our fall sports (Cross Country,...

SWAC Basketball Official's Clinic

November 19, 2018

We need officials so we can offer basketball in our schools!  Give it a try…we will help train you.  Contact your local school.
WHEN: Wednesday, November 28 @ 6:30 WHERE: Lecture Theatre, Swift Current Comprehensive High School NO CHARGE!

Long Time Board Member Receives the SSBA Award of Distinction

November 19, 2018

Chinook School Division Trustee Larry Caswell was recently recognized for his outstanding service and significant contribution to the youth of the southwest and the province over the past 40 years. Larry accepted the SSBA Award of Distinction during a special banquet for the Saskatchewan School Boards Association Fall General...

Directions Newsletter - November 2018

November 14, 2018

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the November 13 Board meeting, as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.

Directions Newsletter - November 2018
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Chinook Board Elects New Chair & Vice Chair for 2018-19

November 13, 2018

At the Chinook School Division Board's Organizational Meeting on November 13, the Board elected previous Vice Chair Kim Pridmore as the new Board Chair and Katelyn Toney as the Vice Chair for the 2018-2019 term. Notably, Kim Pridmore is the first ever female Chair of the Chinook Board of...

Transportation Agreement for Chinook and Holy Trinity

November 09, 2018

On Thursday, November 8, 2018, the Chinook School Division and Holy Trinity Catholic School Division boards officially signed a new Student Conveyance Agreement. This is a unique partnership. Our new agreement between the two school divisions provides for Chinook to transport all eligible Holy Trinity students in Swift Current and...

Directions Newsletter - October 2018

October 10, 2018
​ The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the October 9 Board meeting, as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.
Directions Newsletter - October 2018

Photo: 
Students and teachers from Swift Current Comprehensive High School attended the Chinook Board...

School Sport Week

October 09, 2018
​The Saskatchewan High Schools Athletic Association (SHSAA) is pleased to announce that Gordon Wyant, Minister of Education in the Province of Saskatchewan, has proclaimed October 7–13, 2018 as 'School Sport Week' in Saskatchewan. 
School Sport Week: "It all started in high school..."
School Sport Week: Social Media Scavenger Hunt

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New Trustee for Subdivision 6

September 21, 2018

Congratulations to new Trustee, Gwen Humphrey! She is elected by acclamation as Trustee for Subdivision 6 of the Chinook School Division Board of Education, which includes the school communities of Eastend, Frontier, Shaunavon, as well as several Hutterian schools. Gwen will be officially sworn in at the November 13,...

Chinook Bus Driver Recruitment Fair - Shaunavon

September 20, 2018

Wednesday, September 26, 2018 from 4:00-7:00pm at Shaunavon High School
JOIN US FOR A BBQ and LEARN TO DRIVE A SCHOOL BUS!
We are hiring route and spare drivers for Shaunavon, Eastend, Frontier, Gull Lake, Ponteix and other surrounding communities.

Chinook Human Resources will be conducting Job...

Chinook Bus Driver Recruitment Fair - Hazlet

September 14, 2018

Wednesday, September 19, 2018 from 4:30-7:30pm at Hazlet School
JOIN US FOR A BBQ and LEARN TO DRIVE A SCHOOL BUS! We are hiring route and spare drivers for Hazlet, Cabri, Gull Lake, Success, Tompkins and other surrounding communities.
Chinook Human Resources will be conducting Job Interviews on-site...

Directions Newsletter - September 2018

September 12, 2018

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the September 10 Board meeting, as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.
Directions Newsletter September 2018​​​



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SWAC Golf Championships

September 11, 2018



Thanks to commissioner Todd Gramlich, and the Burstall Golf Course,  for hosting the  SWAC Golf Championship  on Saturday.  It was a warm, blustery day...but what a nice golf course and club house. There were 17 participants from schools across Chinook (Eastend, SCCHS, Frontier, Ponteix, Fox Valley). The Swift Current Comp...

Chinook Teachers Opening Day 2018 Video

September 06, 2018
 
At Chinook School Division, our dedicated teachers and staff work together to ensure our students are learning and experiencing success at school. They recognize that it is a great privilege to teach and work with youth. 
  As we reach the end of Back to School week and dive...

Call for Nominations: By-Election for Subdivision 6 Trustee

August 28, 2018

For Chinook School Division No. 211
Board of Education Member, Subdivision 6

By-Election for Subdivision 6: OCTOBER 24, 2018
Nomination forms may be obtained at the Chinook Education Centre, at your local Urban Municipal office, or on the Election page of our Division website.​
Nominations will be received now until September 19, 2018 at 4:00pm....

REMINDER: City Schools Transportation Changes/Requests

August 14, 2018

ATTENTION: Parents/Guardians of students who will be bussed to Swift Current schools

You should have received a letter in the mail from the Transportation Department indicating your child’s bussing information for the upcoming 2018-19 school year.
If you require any changes or need to submit a...

Directions Newsletter - June 2018

June 27, 2018

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the June 11 and 25 Board meetings, as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.
Directions Newsletter June 2018​​​

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SHSAA/SWAC Coach & Official Awards

June 26, 2018

The SHSAA AGM was held in Moosomin on June 20-22. One person from each district is selected as the Service Award recipient. This award is presented to an individual who has provided outstanding leadership and service and the promotion of high school athletics in the District. This year’s deserving...

Chinook Students Recipients of SYA Industry Scholarships

June 26, 2018
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Congratulations to the five Chinook high school graduates who recently received Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship (SYA) Industry Scholarships!
They recipients of the $1,000 scholarship include Tanner Kendall from Ponteix School and Travis Brost from Maple Creek Composite High School. Lyndon Wall (photo - Swift Current Online) from Maverick School...

Congratulations myBlueprint Winners!

May 17, 2018

Congratulations to all the high school students across the division who won various prizes in the draws for completing several activities within myBlueprint to support the development of their Grad Plan Portfolio. 
Students earned points for completing activities and used their points to enter the draws created for...

CAMPS Fundraising Golf Tournament

May 08, 2018

Calling All Golfers: It’s back! The Chinook Alternative Middle Plus School (CAMPS) Fundraising Golf Tournament on June 2nd, 2018 at the Saskatchewan Landing Golf Course. We hope that you will join us for a great day of golf and fun!
The CAMPS school is an integrated alternative education...

May is Early Childhood Education Month!

May 07, 2018

About 85 percent of brain development happens in the first five years of life. Talking and reading with your children from birth onward builds neural pathways in the brain to support holistic development. So let’s talk and read – it’s just that easy!

Learning Begins at home
Talk,...

Students Celebrate CAA School Safety Patrol Week

May 01, 2018
Released on April 30, 2018

Deputy Premier and Education Minister Gordon Wyant proclaimed the week of April 30 to May 4, 2018 as CAA School Safety Patrol Week.
“Student safety is a top priority at all Saskatchewan schools,” Wyant said.  “The dedication of the 4,700 students who participate...

Chinook Jersey Day! #GoBroncosGo

April 18, 2018

Many of our schools and staff are having a Chinook Jersey Day   on Friday, April 20th to show our support for the Swift Current Broncos hockey team, as they start their battle with the Lethbridge Hurricanes in the WHL Eastern Conference Championship. 

Over the years the SC Broncos...

Chinook Music Week 2018

April 12, 2018

April 9-13 is Chinook Music Week. This is an annual event organised by Chinook Music Curriculum Advisory Committee, with the support of Chinook School Division. The focus is different every year and has in the past featured drums, brass, percussion and choral. This year the focus is on classroom...

Directions Newsletter - April 2018

April 11, 2018

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the April 2018 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.
​Directions Newsletter April 2018​​​

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Chinook Receives Provincial Budget

April 11, 2018

On April 10, the 2018-2019 provincial budget was announced in the legislature with a 1.6% increase in operating funds for PreK-12 Education. While the $30M in provincial funding restored by the government is encouraging for the education sector as a whole, Chinook will still face a shortfall as we...

Wear Green or Jersey Day on April 12 for #HumboldtStrong

April 09, 2018

Chinook wishes to express our heartfelt condolences to the Humboldt Broncos Jr 'A' Hockey Club and community. The players, parents and families, billet families, personnel, friends, volunteers, board and extended communities are all in our thoughts and prayers. We are also thinking of and are grateful for the first...

The Chinook Grad Plan

March 29, 2018
Part 1: Introducing the Chinook Grad Plan...

All high school students in Saskatchewan have a Graduation Plan Portfolio that is intended to assist them in exploring their interests, skills, values and personal skills while considering the many career pathways open to them within Saskatchewan, Canada, and beyond.
We want to...

Part 4: Student Engagement in the Grad Plan

March 26, 2018

Students have a dream for the future and they will be inspired to work towards their dream. With the Grad Plan, students will: 

     • Discover areas of interest for occupations.
     • Connecting courses to career aspirations.
     • Know career pathways...

Part 3: The Grad Plan Infographic

March 21, 2018
The infographic demonstrates what a graduation plan is at a glance, how students will build it and how they will share it throughout high school. You can see what is included at each grade level. Click on the image to open a PDF.
     Grade 9: Know Yourself   ...

Celebration of Learning Video

March 19, 2018

  At the recent Chinook Board-SCC Spring Forum and Celebration of Learning, we presented a video compilation of the various initiatives and learning activities from schools all over Chinook School Division.
Thank you to all of our teachers, support staff, students, families and school communities for helping to make...

Part 2: What does the Grad Plan include?

March 15, 2018
​myBlueprint: A Dynamic Career Portfolio that students develop, review and refine through high school and beyond
Interactive online education and career planning tool
High School Course Plan – to keep the student on track to graduate, ensuring prerequisites and required courses
Students complete lessons and activities to build their portfolio  
Students...

Directions Newsletter - March 2018​​​

March 13, 2018

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the March 2018 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.
​Directions Newsletter March 2018​​​

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Chinook Finds Cost Savings in Transportation

March 12, 2018

Chinook School Division provides bus services to students through a variety of means, including private contracts and direct ownership, under their official policy. Over time, the Chinook administration and Board of Education have given prudent consideration to a unique opportunity to provide direct bus service to students within the...

Introducing the Chinook Grad Plan...

March 09, 2018

All high school students in Saskatchewan have a Graduation Plan Portfolio that is intended to assist them in exploring their interests, skills, values and personal skills while considering the many career pathways open to them within Saskatchewan, Canada, and beyond.
We want to ensure that all students are prepared...

Chinook's Celebration of Learning Event

March 06, 2018
​ The Chinook Board of Education is sponsoring the Board-SCC Spring Forum on Monday, March 12, 2018 in Swift Current at the Living Sky Event Centre. 
School Community Council members will attend the Supper at 5:30pm; with parents and members of the public invited to join us at 7:00pm for the...

Directions Newsletter - February 2018

February 14, 2018

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the February 2018 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.
​Directions Newsletter February 2018​​​

Photo:  At the Chinook Board meeting, the MCCS students presented on Google Classroom and guided...

Kyle McIntyre Chosen as Director of Education

February 12, 2018
​ The Chinook Board of Education is pleased to announce that Kyle McIntyre has been selected as the new Director of Education, commencing April 1, 2018. McIntyre has served as Deputy Director of Chinook School Division since August 2009 and has been in the role of Acting Director since April 2017....

High School Student Care Assistant Opportunity

January 30, 2018

The High School Student Care Assistant will work closely with other members of the health care team in providing personal care and activities of daily living to Long Term Care residents. Successful applicants will have an opportunity to work and gain experience in health care before pursuing post-secondary schooling.
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Kindergarten Registration

January 30, 2018

The Chinook School Division is very excited to welcome new kindergarten students and their families for the upcoming 2018-2019 school year.
Kindergarten eligibility is age 5 by December 31, 2018.
Please bring proof of your child's birth date (Birth certificate) and Sask Health card.
Please contact your local Chinook...

Kindergarten Registration for Swift Current Schools

January 30, 2018

The Chinook School Division is very excited to welcome new kindergarten students and their families for the upcoming 2018-2019 school year.   A common registration night for all Swift Current city schools will be located at Irwin School on Tuesday, March 6* starting at 7:00pm . This includes Central, École...

2018-2019 School Calendar

January 22, 2018

The Chinook Calendar Committee developed two calendar options for the 2018-2019 school year. Through an online vote, several Chinook employees and parent stakeholders chose their preferred calendar for the 2018-2019 school year. As a result of the vote, " Calendar A " was chosen. The calendar has been approved by...

World Snow Day

January 15, 2018

Chinook is happy to help promote World Snow Day on Sunday, January 21​ at the Chinook Golf Course in Swift Current!

Directions Newsletter January 2018

January 15, 2018

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the January 2018 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.
​Directions Newsletter January 2018​​​

Photo: Students and staff from Maverick High School joined the Board Meeting on January...

Season's Greetings from the CTA

December 22, 2017
​ May the Christmas Season Bring You Special Moments & Happy Memories!
Joyeux Noel! Happy Holidays! Merry Christmas 
& Happy  New Year!


Chinook Teachers' Association​

Happy Holidays!

December 22, 2017
​ Happy Holidays to all of our staff, students and families. Enjoy your break and see you back in class on Thursday, January 4, 2018!

Engaging Board Presentation by Herbert Students

December 12, 2017
​ A group of high school students from Herbert School attended the Chinook Board meeting on Monday, December 11th to talk about harassment and an initiative they started in order to promote awareness and foster a safe and caring environment at their school. Some of the areas they discussed included different types...

Liam Choo-Foo Announces Retirement

December 11, 2017
​ Monday, December 11, 2017
Swift Current, SK — At a press conference this morning, Chinook Director of Education Liam Choo-Foo announced that after 31 years as an educator he will be retiring at the end of this school year. During his career, Choo-Foo has lived in six communities across...

2018-2019 School Calendar Vote

November 27, 2017
​ The Chinook Calendar Committee has developed two calendar options for the 2018-2019 school year. This year all Chinook employees and parent stakeholders may choose their preferred calendar for the 2018-2019 school year. Typically, we try to set our Division calendar early so families may plan in a proactive manner. 
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Bullying Awareness Week November 12-18

November 14, 2017
​ The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed November 12-18, as Bullying Awareness Week in Saskatchewan. This year’s theme is Stand Up! (to bullying).
During Bullying Awareness Week students, school staff and parents are encouraged to learn more about the issues of bullying and work together to prevent it in communities...

Directions Newsletter - November 2017

November 08, 2017
​ The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the November 2017 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.
Directions Newsletter November 2017​​​
Photo: Students from Hazlet School, accompanied by Principal Kristy Sletten, Teacher Kerri Keenleyside and Superintendent...

Chinook Board Elects New Chair & Vice Chair

November 06, 2017
​ At the Chinook School Division Board's Organizational Meeting on November 6, the Board elected previous Vice Chair Shane Andrus as the new Board Chair and Kim Pridmore as the Vice Chair for the 2017-2018 term. 
Congratulations to Shane Andrus and Kim Pridmore!  Trustee information​
External Committees Appointments: Public Board...

Sending our Love to the Southwest

October 19, 2017
​ October 19, 2017
Southwest Saskatchewan experienced wildfires, extreme wind and loss of power this week. Unfortunately, several of our students and staff members’ homes and families were threatened and they were forced to seek refuge in other communities. Tragically, there were also many who lost their homes and some...

Directions Newsletter October 2017

October 11, 2017
​ The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the October 2017 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.
Directions Newsletter October 2017​​
Photo:  Central School Prekindergarten students were special guests at the Chinook Board Meeting on Tuesday,...

Rural Bus Service Update

October 03, 2017
​ October 3, 2017 We recognize that there are different weather and road conditions throughout the southwest and now that there has been time to evaluate, we have asked all of our rural drivers to assess the conditions and make a decision on their route for tomorrow. We have urged them...

Rural Bus Cancellation

October 02, 2017
​ Due to extreme weather/road conditions and to ensure the safety of our students and drivers, all buses that run outside of the city of Swift Current (rural buses) are CANCELLED this afternoon – Monday, October 2nd - and will also be cancelled all day Tuesday, October 3rd. This includes rural...

Walking and Biking to School

September 27, 2017
​ Walking or biking to school is one of the easiest ways to build physical activity into your kids’ daily routine. We would like to remind parents and guardians to review their route and road safety rules with their children, including awareness and safe practice around hazards (water bodies, train tracks,...

It’s inFLUenza season – get vaccinated!

September 25, 2017
​​ Influenza is a contagious viral disease of the respiratory system. Influenza is spread by coughing, sneezing or direct contact with the viruses in nasal and throat secretions. Symptoms include sudden onset of fever and chills, a cough, muscle aches, a headache, fatigue, and a runny or stuffy nose.   In...

Congratulations to CTA Scholarship Recipients

September 22, 2017
​ Congratulations to:
Faith Biem, Swift Current
Ashley Eben, Swift Current
Parker Campbell, Maple Creek 
Each recipient received a CTA Scholarship of $1000 toward his/her Post-Secondary program. 
The CTA Scholarship Committee appreciates the time and commitment students and their families place on lifelong learning and we...

Salute to our Teachers: Chinook Opening Day Video

September 20, 2017
Chinook created a special video to welcome our teachers back on their official Opening Day in August, before the school year began. We appreciate their dedication and commitment to the learning, growth and development of all students in Chinook School Division. 
To our amazing and talented educators...  THANK YOU and...

Directions Newsletter for August/September 2017

September 12, 2017

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the August and September 2017 Board meetings as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.
Directions Newsletter August/September 2017​

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MEND Program

September 07, 2017
​​ MEND: Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do It!
The Growing Healthy Families Coalition is offering the following upcoming MEND programs (click images for PDF):​
2-4 YEAR OLD PROGRAM
Location: Lt. Colonel Clifton Centre (350 6 Ave NE, Swift Current) Thursdays 10:00 am – 11:30 am October 5, 2017 – November 30, 2017 The program...

Message from Board Chair, Larry Caswell

September 05, 2017
​ On behalf of the Board of Education of the Chinook School Division I would like to welcome our students, their families, our teachers, all the various support staff, and all our SCCs to the new 2017/18 school year. It’s always an exciting time for all our kids, from small to...

Volleyball Officials' Clinic

August 31, 2017
​ The annual volleyball officials clinic will take place on Wednesday, September 6 beginning at 6:30pm at the Swift Current Comprehensive High School lecture theatre. There is no charge for the event and it is open to the public.
WHERE: SCCHS Lecture Theatre WHEN: Wednesday, September 6, 2017 TIME: 6:30pm ​
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Swift Transit Offering Service for SCCHS Walk Zone

August 21, 2017
​​   The City of Swift Current has announced that they are adding a High School priority service through Swift Transit, offering bussing to SCCHS students residing in the central zone of the city, which is currently a walk zone for SCCHS. Swift Transit will have a table at SCCHS during registration...

City Schools Transportation Changes and Requests

August 14, 2017
​ ATTENTION: All Parents/Guardians of students who will be bussed to Swift Current schools
You should have received a letter in the mail from the Transportation Department indicating your child’s bussing information for the 2017-18 school year. 
If you require any changes or need to submit a transportation request,...

Teachers Receive SHSAA Awards

June 28, 2017
​    Two Chinook teachers were honoured with awards​ at the Saskatchewan High Schools Athletic Association AGM in Humboldt on June 22.
Valerie Gordon of Eastend School received the Award of Merit. This prestigious award is presented to people who have given outstanding leadership and service to the SHSAA and...

Directions Newsletter June 2017

June 28, 2017
​      The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the June 2017 Board meetings as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division. ​Directions Newsletter June 2017​

Photos: Rod Siemens 30 year Long Service Award presented by Chinook Trustee Tim Ramage; Trustee Dianne Hahn...

Directions Newsletter - May 2017

May 10, 2017
​ The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the May 8, 2017 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division. 
Directions Newsletter May 2017​ ​
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Chinook Board Encourages Community Support of Locally Governed Education

April 28, 2017
​ Chinook Board members are joining with school divisions across the province, the Saskatchewan School Boards Association, (SSBA) and the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation (STF) to encourage our communities to continue their support of publicly funded, locally governed education. Please read and share the letter from the Chinook Board​below, regarding the proposed Bill...

Subdivision 4 By-election Results

April 13, 2017
​ Congratulations to Katelyn Toney, elected Trustee for Subdivision 4 of the Chinook School Division Board of Education. Katelyn will be officially sworn in at the May 8, 2017 Board Meeting.​
Results:​ Katelyn Toney (elected) 163 Brent Castle 94
Katelyn Toney was elected as the Trustee for Subdivision 4, which...

Directions Newsletter - April 2017

April 11, 2017
​ The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the April 10, 2017 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division. 
Directions Newsletter April 2017​ ...

Chinook School Division Responds to Budget Challenges

April 07, 2017
​ Chinook’s 2017-18 budget has experienced the greatest impact of all Saskatchewan school divisions by a combination of the provincial deficit, the educational finance funding model review and a reallocation of resources. These factors have resulted in a 7.3% budget shortfall for Chinook, which translates into an over $6 million reduction...

CAMPS Fundraising Golf Tournament

April 04, 2017
​​ Calling All Golfers:
It’s back! The CAMPS school Fundraising Golf Tournament on June 3, 2017 at the Saskatchewan Landing Golf Course. Please join us for a great day of golf and fun!
The CAMPS school is an integrated alternative education setting located in Swift Current that was created...

McIntyre Named Acting Director of Education for Chinook

April 04, 2017
​ For Release April 4, 2017 Kyle McIntyre has been designated as the Acting Director for Chinook School Division, while Liam Choo-Foo is on a secondment with the Ministry of Education. McIntyre has served as Deputy Director of Chinook School Division since August 2009.
Over his 26 year career in...

Chinook Director of Education Named Chief Project Officer for Provincial Initiatives

March 29, 2017
​ Along with the release of the provincial budget last week, came an announcement that Liam Choo-Foo, Director of Education for Chinook, has been named Chief Project Officer for provincial initiatives. Choo-Foo has demonstrated effective leadership at a provincial level with the Saskatchewan Reads initiative and hopes to replicate the success...

UPDATE: Chinook Receives Provincial Budget

March 22, 2017
​ Budget 2017-18 Update
We will require more time to evaluate, however our preliminary analysis indicates that the 2017-18 budget for Chinook School Division is worse than we initially thought. The Board has been planning for a few months to accommodate cuts in funding. Unfortunately, the actual cut in funding...

Notice of Poll: By-Election Subdivision 4

March 17, 2017
​ Sub-division 4 BY-ELECTION
A Poll has been granted for the By-election of a Board Member for Chinook School Division No. 211, Sub-division 4. Voting will take place on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 from 9am-8pm at the polling places listed below.
SUB-DIVISION 4 Gull Lake School :  5175 Kings...

SaskCareers Grade 9 & 10 Spring Conferences

March 17, 2017
​   Grade 9 and 10 SaskCareers Spring Conferences are happening in March & April. SaskCareers will help you and your child plan for high school and beyond! ​
What is the focus for the Career Conference in High School?  
Chinook School Division is focused on providing information and...

Directions Newsletter - March 2017

March 15, 2017
​ The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the March 13, 2017 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division. 
Directions Newsletter March 2017​​​ ...

Board-SCC Spring Forum

March 03, 2017
​ ATTENTION SCC MEMBERS
The Chinook Board of Education will once again be sponsoring a Board-SCC Spring Forum on Thursday, March 16, 2017 in Swift Current at the Days Inn. All School Community Council members and school principals are invited to attend this Forum. Supper will be served at 5:30pm,...

Chinook School Division Annual Meeting

February 27, 2017
​ Chinook School Division No. 211 ANNUAL MEETING for the 2015-2016 Year Date:  Monday, March 13, 2017 at 7:00pm Location:  Chinook Education Centre, 2100 Gladstone Street East, Swift Current
Members of the general public are welcome to attend. 
2015-16 Annual Report

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Growing Healthy Families Coalition Launches MEND Program

February 21, 2017
​ A new program that will soon be launching in Swift Current by the Growing Healthy Families Coalition is called MEND (Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do it!)! The mission of MEND is to inspire children, families and adults to lead and sustain fitter, healthier and happier lives by focusing on changing behaviours...

Directions Newsletter - February 2017

February 16, 2017
​ The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the February 13, 2017 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division. 
Directions Newsletter February 2017​​
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Kindergarten Registration for 2017-18

February 10, 2017
​ The Chinook School Division is very excited to welcome new kindergarten students and their families for the upcoming 2017-2018 school year. Kindergarten eligibility is age 5 by December 31, 2017.
Please bring proof of your child's birth date (Birth certificate) and Sask Health card.
Please contact your local Chinook school...

Chinook Music Week

February 10, 2017
​ February 13-17, 2017
The annual Chinook Music Week provides students and teachers across the division an opportunity to expand their musical education by bringing in first class performers, educators and clinicians. This year, Chinook Music Week runs from February 13-17 and will focus on breathing techniques specific to vocal...

Call for Nominations: By-Election for Subdivision 4

February 09, 2017
​ For Chinook School Division No. 211
Board of Education Member, Subdivision 4
By-Election for Subdivision 4: APRIL 12, 2017 Nomination forms may be obtained at the Chinook Education Centre, at your local Urban Municipal office, or on the Election page of our Division website.​
Nominations will be received now until March 8,...

ICE Unit Internet Child Exploitation Presentation

February 06, 2017
​ Join us and learn how front line investigators deal with sexually explicit chats, image sharing, self-exploitation, and luring. This presentation will highlight the message police are trying to circulate to youth and communities about the consequences of being involved with internet exploitation. The presentation is FREE to all participants.
February...

Supporting Gender Creative Kids - Talk in Swift Current

January 25, 2017
​ Fran Forsberg will be sharing her own jour­ney as the parent of a gender creative, two spirit child-including her family's struggles to navigate the healthcare and education sys­tems in Saskatchewan. Fran will also be bringing her recommended reads on the topic of gender diversity and two spirit identity. This is...

Community Voices Crucial to Public Education

January 17, 2017
​ The Chinook Board of Education is raising public awareness of potential changes to education in our communities as a result of the Educational Governance Review Report by Dan Perrins. Mr. Perrins, former Deputy Minister to Premier Lorne Calvert, was hired by the current government to study the future of education...

Directions Newsletter - January 2017

January 13, 2017
​​​ The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the January 9, 2017 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division. 
Directions Newsletter January 2017​ ...

Remembering Trustee Bernie Ford

January 05, 2017
​   It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Chinook School Division Trustee Bernie Ford, on December 26, 2016. A trustee for a total of 40 years, Bernie was a builder and advocate of public and Hutterian education in rural southwest Saskatchewan. He was passionate about the...

Directions Newsletter - December 2016

December 14, 2016
​ The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the December 12, 2016 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division. 
Directions Newsletter December 2016​ ...

2017-2018 School Calendar Results

December 14, 2016
​ The 2017-2018 school calendar was approved by the Chinook Board at the meeting on December 12, and has subsequently been approved by the Ministry of Education, as per the regulations in the Education Act.
The Chinook Calendar Committee developed two calendar options for the 2017-2018 school year. Through an...

Rilling Bus Twinkle Tour December 12

December 11, 2016
​ Rilling Bus is taking some lucky students on a Twinkle Tour of Swift Current on Monday, December 12! Chinook transportation contractor for schools in the city, Rilling Bus, held a colouring contest with K-5 students in the city schools. Students could submit their colouring page of a bus for a chance...

Video - Central Cluster Mannequin Challenge

December 02, 2016
​ Central Cluster principals and coordinators participated in the mannequin challenge at their meetings this week... check out their video below. We're still waiting on videos from the NES (North-East-South) and West clusters!​ *If the video doesn't appear below, try viewing in Chrome browser, or find it on our Facebook page​
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Add your voice! Education belongs to community

November 30, 2016
You may be aware that the Government of Saskatchewan is considering changes in education, including amalgamating school divisions and replacing our locally elected school boards with government appointed boards. 
The Chinook Board of Education is concerned about these possible changes and the impact on our communities and schools....

2017-2018 School Calendar Vote

November 14, 2016
​ The Chinook Calendar Committee has developed two calendar options for the 2017-2018 school year. This year all Chinook employees and parent stakeholders may choose their preferred calendar for the 2017-2018 school year. Our Division practice has always been for a committee to create calendar options for our staff to consider....

Directions Newsletter - November 2016​​​​​​

November 08, 2016
​ The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the November 7, 2016 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division. 
Directions Newsletter November 2016​​​​​​ ...

Chinook Introduces New Trustees at Organizational Meeting

November 07, 2016
​ Chinook School Division held their annual Organizational Meeting and Elections on November 7, 2016, with five new Trustees introduced for four subdivisions: Kimberl​y Pridmore elected in Subdivision 5 – Consul, Maple Creek; Shannon Armstrong elected in Subdivision 6 - Shaunavon, Eastend, Frontier; ​​​Susan Mouland​ elected in Subdivision 7 - Vanguard,...

Election 2016 Results - Chinook Board of Education

October 26, 2016
​ Congratulations to the elected trustees for the Chinook School Division Board of Education: ​ Sub-division 1:  Shane Andrus (acclamation)
Sub-division 2:
Larry Caswell (acclamation)
Sub-division 3:
Tim Weinbender (acclamation)
Sub-division 4:
Bernie Ford (elected)  279
Katelyn Toney  195
Sub-division 5:
Kimberley Pridmore* (elected)...

It’s inFLUenza season – get vaccinated!

October 20, 2016
​ Influenza is a contagious viral disease of the respiratory system. Influenza is spread by coughing, sneezing or direct contact with the viruses in nasal and throat secretions. Symptoms include sudden onset of fever and chills, a cough, muscle aches, a headache, fatigue, and a runny or stuffy nose.   In...

Partners Sign New VTRA Community Protocol Agreement

October 14, 2016
​ On October 13, 2016, Chinook joined our partners to sign the new Violence Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA) Community Protocol agreement for Southwest Saskatchewan. Partners included Chinook School Division, Cypress Health Region, Saskatchewan Ministry of Social Services, Saskatchewan Ministry of Justice Holy Trinity Catholic School Division and new partner Great Plains College....

Directions Newsletter - October 2016

October 13, 2016
​   The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the October 11, 2016 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.  Directions Newsletter October 2016​​​​​

CANCELLED: SCC New Members & Chairs Workshop

October 06, 2016
​ IMPORTANT NOTICE for Chinook School Community Council members
Thursday October 6, 2016 - Due to the inclement weather and unsafe road conditions, the New Members and SCC Chairs Workshop sponsored by the Board of Education at the Days Inn in Swift Current this evening has been cancelled. Considering the unpredictable...

SCC Engagement & Alignment Plans Due October 31

October 03, 2016
​ Attention School Community Council chairs and members:
The 2016-2017 SCC Engagement and Alignment Plans are due Monday, October 31, 2016. Please email your SCC's completed plan to mharrigan@chinooksd.ca. Feel free to contact Superintendent JP Claire with any questions. The template is available on the Chinook School Division website (under "Schools" -- "School...

Notice of Intent

September 27, 2016
​ Chinook School Division intends to consider the following property: Block A, Plan No. 101613800 Ext 1, R.M. of Excelsior No. 166; as surplus to School Division needs for the purpose of disposition by way of sale. Objections or other representations with respect to the proposed disposition of the site shall...

NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL: Sub-divisions 1, 2, 3, and 6

September 26, 2016
​ Whereas a poll is not required pursuant to The Local Government Election Act for the offices of Board Member for Chinook School Division No. 211, Sub-divisions 1, 2, 3, and 6. I hereby give public notice that no voting for the said office will take place and that the following...

NOTICE OF POLL: Sub-divisions 4, 5 and 7

September 23, 2016
  A Poll has been granted for the election of Board Member for Chinook School Division No. 211, Sub-divisions 4, 5 and 7. Voting will take place on Wednesday, October 26, 2016 from 9am-8pm at the polling places listed below.
SUB-DIVISION 4 Carmichael and Gull Lake - RM 109 Office,...

Directions Newsletter - September 2016

September 14, 2016

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the September 12, 2016 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division. 
Directions Newsletter September 2016​​​​​ ...

7 Ways to Stop the Worry Cycle

September 08, 2016

A Free Workshop  (For parents, staff and community partners) Monday, September 19, 2016 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM  Walker Place  2150 Walker Street  Swift Current

When children and their parents are in the grips of anxiety and worry, it feels overwhelming and mysterious. Anxiety is a very persistent master; when...

Directions Newsletter - August 2016

August 27, 2016

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the August 22, 2016 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.  Directions Newsletter August 2016​ ​​​ ​ ...

Call for Nominations: Election 2016

August 22, 2016
​ For Chinook School Division No. 211
Board of Education Members
Election 2016: Nomination forms may be obtained at the Chinook Education Centre, at your local Urban Municipal office, or on the Election page of our website.​
Nominations will be received starting on September 6 and until September 21 at 4:00pm....

City Bussing Letters & Update

August 10, 2016

Attention: Parents/Guardians of City of Swift Current School Bussed Students You should have received a letter in the mail from the Transportation Department indicating your child’s bussing information for the 2016-17 school year.
If you require any changes, please contact fbochek@chinooksd.ca or 306-778-9200 ext. 3281 by AUGUST 15...

Destruction of Documents

July 11, 2016


Public Notice is hereby given that the Chinook School Division No. 211 will be destroying all Student Records, in our possession, for Students Born between 1910–1949 in order to align with our Records Retention and Disposal Guidelines.

This will include all student records from the legacy school divisions, including:
Eastend,...

Congrats to SHSAA Award Winners from SWAC

June 29, 2016
​    Saskatchewan High Schools Athletic Association (SHSAA) recognizes one person from each district with the Service Award. This is presented to someone who provides outstanding leadership and service and the promotion of high school athletics in the District. The recipient this year from the Southwest district (SWAC) was Marc Benjamin...

Directions Newsletter - June 2016

June 22, 2016

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the June 10 and 20, 2016 Board meetings as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division. 
Directions Newsletter June 2016​​ ​ ...

Dual credit courses available to high school students seeking health-care careers

June 14, 2016
​ Saskatchewan Polytechnic is offering Continuing Care Assistant dual credit courses to Chinook high school students in partnership with the Cypress Health Region
June 15, 2016 – Students enrolled in the Chinook School Division can now enrol in up to four courses that will be recognized as credit towards both...

Chinook Receives Provincial Budget

June 02, 2016

On June 1, the 2016-2017 provincial budget was announced in the legislature with a 0.5% increase in operating funds for the Education sector. Chinook School Division received an overall allocation of $82.44M. This results in a $1.7M decrease in funding, which generates an estimated operational deficit of $3.6M for...

Students Receive Awards from Drug Task Force

May 20, 2016
​   The Swift Current and District Drug Task Force annual  Recognition Luncheon was held on May 19, where three chinook students received awards. Congratulations to Peter, Griffin and Kaitlin ( pictured left to right) , the Chinook Board of Education is very proud of your accomplishments! Peter Gallagher - “Youth Award”...

CAMPS Golf Tournament June 4

May 13, 2016
​ Chinook Alternative Middle Plus School (CAMPS) Fundraising Golf Tournament
It’s back! The CAMPS school Fundraising Golf Tournament on June 4, 2016 at the Saskatchewan Landing Golf Course. We hope that you will join us for another great day of golf and fun!
The CAMPS school is an integrated alternative...

UPDATE: Bus Route Modifications due to SC 2nd Ave Bridge Closure

April 27, 2016
​ Today the City of Swift Current announced that the 2nd Ave overpass will be completely closed for construction starting on Monday, May 2, 2016. This will affect some bus routes for city schools for the remainder of the school year. 
If your child’s bus route time (drop-off or pick-up)...

Career Expo 2016 in Maple Creek & Swift Current

April 20, 2016
​ The Chinook School Division Career Expo 2016 is in Swift Current (SCCHS) Wednesday, September 28 from 8:45am-2:00pm (parents welcome 1-2pm) and in Maple Creek (MCCS) Thursday, September 29 from 9:30am-2:30pm. Senior high school students from around the Division will have the opportunity to attend with their schools. Students will visit display...

Directions Newsletter - April 2016

April 12, 2016
​ The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the April 11, 2016 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division. 
Directions Newsletter April 2016​​ ...

Directions Newsletter - March 2016

March 16, 2016

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the March 14, 2016 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.  Directions Newsletter March 2016​ ...

Chinook School Division Annual Meeting

March 02, 2016
​ Chinook School Division Annual Meeting is on Monday, March 14, 2016 at 7:00pm at the Chinook Education Centre (2100 Gladstone Street East, Swift Current).
Members of the general public are welcome to attend. 
2014-2015 Annual Report​​
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Completion of École Centennial Included in Education Funding Announcement

February 29, 2016
​ Recently, Education Minister Don Morgan announced that the Government of Saskatchewan will be purchasing 46 new relocatable classrooms across the province, with the classrooms expected to be in place for the start of the 2016-17 school year.
This announcement includes four classrooms for Chinook School Division that will complete...

Chinook School Division Annual Meeting

February 26, 2016
​ The Chinook School Division Annual Meetin g  is on Monday, March 14 , 2016 at 7:00pm at the Chinook Education Centre (2100 Gladstone Street East, Swift Curren t).  Members of the general public are welcome to attend.
2014-2015 Annual Report​ ...

Red Cross Pink Day

February 24, 2016
​ February 24 is Red Cross Pink Day and schools across the Division are wearing pink to promote awareness and support year-round bullying prevention education that is curriculum-linked and evidence-based. Many schools are participating in activities and initiatives throughout the week that promote kindness and focus on changing the culture around bullying and cyber-bulling​.  Check...

Kindergarten Registration (city schools) for 2016-2017

February 23, 2016
​ A common registration night for all Swift Current city schools will be located  at Irwin School on Wednesday, March 9  beginning at 7pm. This includes  Central, École Centennial, Fairview, and Irwin .
T he Chinook School Division is very excited to welcome new kindergarten students and their families for...

Kindergarten Registration for 2016-2017

February 19, 2016
​ The Chinook School Division is very excited to welcome new kindergarten students and their families for the upcoming 2016-2017 school year. • Kindergarten eligibility is age 5 by December 31, 2016. • Please bring proof of your child's birth date (Birth Certificate) and Sask Health Card. • Please contact your...

Directions Newsletter - February 2016

February 09, 2016


The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the February 8, 2016 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.  ​Directions Newsletter February 2016​
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Chinook Music Week February 8-12

February 03, 2016

Chinook Music Week provides students and teachers with some wonderful learning experiences in band and elementary music classrooms across the division by bringing in first class performers, educators and clinicians. This year’s week, February 8-12, will focus on band and guitar. “Command Brass”, the RCAF Band’s brass quintet will...

Directions Newsletter - January 2016

January 13, 2016

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the January 11, 2016 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division. 
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2016-2017 Division Calendar Results

December 16, 2015

The 2016-17 calendar was recommended and voted on by staff, parents and community members through an online survey in November, and has been approved by the Chinook Board of Education. The calendar has been submitted to the Ministry of Education and they will proceed with their approval process as...

Directions Newsletter - December 2015

December 16, 2015

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the December 14, 2015 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.  Directions Newsletter December 2015​
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Student First Anti-Bullying Youth Forum

November 20, 2015
​ November 15 – 21 was proclaimed as Bullying Awareness Week in Saskatchewan by Education Minister Don Morgan. The theme of this year’s forum is Stand-Up to Bullying: Activating the Bystander. More than 9,000 Saskatchewan students in Grades 6 through 12 will be participating in the province’s largest ever Student First...

City & Area Schools Transportation Notifications Test

November 19, 2015
​ ATTENTION PARENTS/GUARDIANS of students who use school bus transportation and attend the following schools IN SWIFT CURRENT AND SURROUNDING AREA: 

École Centennial, Central, Fairview, Irwin, SCCHS, Stewart Valley, Success, Wymark, and Waldeck.

Once again, we are preparing for the event that our school buses may be unable to run for...

Directions Newsletter - November 2015

November 13, 2015

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the November 12, 2015 Board and Organizational meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division. 
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2016-2017 School Calendar Vote

November 09, 2015

The Chinook Calendar Committee has developed two calendar options for the 2016-2017 school year. This year ALL Chinook employees and parent stakeholders may vote for their preferred calendar for the 2016-2017 school year. Our division practice has always been for a committee to create calendar options for our staff...

Career Expo in Maple Creek & Swift Current

September 21, 2015
​ The Chinook School Division Career Expo 2015 is in Swift Current (SCCHS) Wednesday, September 30 from 8:50am-2:00pm (parents welcome 1-2pm) and in Maple Creek (MCCS) Thursday, October 1 from 9:30am-2:15pm. Senior high school students from around the Division will have the opportunity to attend with their schools. Students will visit display exhibits and participate...

Chinook and Holy Trinity Sign Operational Agreement

September 21, 2015
​ On September 21, 2015, Chinook School Division and Holy Trinity Catholic School Division signed the official Joint-Use School Operation Agreement for the All Saints / École Centennial Joint-Use School. The agreement will form the basis for Holy Trinity and Chinook to efficiently provide their respective Pre-K to Grade 8 programming for eligible...

Subscribe to Your School Calendar!

September 16, 2015
​ Don't miss another important date! 

Did you know you can subscribe to your school calendar so it will show on your Google Calendar, Outlook, email, iPhone/iPad, Blackberry, Android or Windows phone calendar? 

Using the device you want the calendar on, scroll down the home page of your school website to "Calendar of Events" (below Latest News)...

TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

September 02, 2015


If you have questions or experience any issues with your child's bus service, please contact: Fay (Chinook Transportation): 306-778-9236 or Email transportation@chinooksd.ca Jennifer (Rilling Bus - city only): 306-773-2735 or Email jenn@rillingbus.com
They may be on the phone with another parent, so please make sure you leave a voicemail...

Provincial Students' Day:

September 01, 2015

Every Day Counts for Students​ SEPTEMBER 1 -- Chinook School Division, along with the Saskatchewan School Boards Association and other school boards across the province, is promoting the importance of being prosent and participating at school and this year’s theme is “Be present at school – every day counts”....

Transportation Letters for City Schools

August 18, 2015
​ Transportation letters for schools in the  city  of  Swift Current   ​were mailed out on Monday, August 17. These letters will indicate your child's bus stop location and pick-up/drop-off times for the 2015-2016 school year. If your child will be taking the bus, and you do not receive your letter by...

Kids Plus™ Accident Insurance

July 24, 2015
​ In addition to the existing policy that Chinook purchases on behalf of all students in our schools, families have the opportunity to voluntarily purchase student accident insurance through the Kids Plus™ Accident Insurance program, underwritten by Industrial Alliance Insurance and Financial Services Inc.
Kids Plus™ Accident Insurance provides protection against unexpected costs...

Directions Newsletter - October 2015

June 24, 2015
​ The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the October 13, 2015 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.  Directions Newsletter - October 2015  

Chinook Approves 2015-2016 Budget

June 12, 2015
​ Chinook School Division has finalized a budget for the 2015-2016 school year. The planned expenditures will allow Chinook to proceed with key priorities of Math and Literacy in the Division’s strategic plan, as well as the Education Sector Strategic Plan that stems from the province’s growth plan. 
Chinook will...

Directions Newsletter - December 2014

May 25, 2015


The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the December   8 , 2014 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​ Directions Newsletter - December 8, 2014 

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2015-2016 School Calendar Options

April 27, 2015
​ The Chinook Calendar Committee has developed two calendar options for the 2015-2016 school year. This year ALL Chinook employees and parent stakeholders may vote for their preferred calendar for the 2015-2016 school year, and community members are welcome to vote as well. Our Division practice has always been for a...

Chinook Featured at SSBA Spring Assembly

April 17, 2015
​ The Chinook School Division was featured at the Saskatchewan School Boards Association (SSBA) Spring Assembly in Regina this week. Chinook personnel presented information on the Balanced Literacy Initiative, Levelled Literacy Intervention and the leadership of the provincial team with the "Saskatchewan Reads" initiative. Introduced by Chinook Acting Board Chair Larry...

CAMPS Golf Tournament June 6

April 15, 2015
​ Chinook Alternative Middle Plus School (CAMPS) Fundraising Golf Tournament
It’s back! The CAMPS school Fundraising Golf Tournament on June 6, 2015 at the Saskatchewan Landing Golf Course. We hope that you will join us for another great day of golf and fun!
The CAMPS school is an integrated alternative...

Directions Newsletter - April 2015

April 14, 2015
​ The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the April 13, 2015 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​​​
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Chinook is Recruiting School Bus Drivers

March 31, 2015


Perfect for parents who are at home, part-time/casual workers, retired grandparents, farmers and ranchers.
Great hours! Holidays & weekends off!
• Free training • Medical & licensing expenses reimbursed • Benefit package*   Subs are also needed. Driver’s abstract & criminal record check required. Must have or obtain...

Chinook Receives Provincial Budget

March 19, 2015

On March 18, the 2015-2016 provincial budget was announced in the legislature with a 2.9% increase in operating funds in the Education sector. Chinook School Division received an overall allocation of $84.17M, resulting in a $2.74M increase in operational funding. This funding may be subject to adjustment when actual...

Directions Newsletter - March 2015

March 12, 2015
​ The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports prese nted at the March 9, 2015 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​​​ Directions Newsletter - March 2015​

Directions Newsletter - February 2015

February 13, 2015

The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the February 9, 2015 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.  ​ Directions Newsletter - February 2015​ ...

2015-16 Division Calendar

January 23, 2015
​ The 2015-16 calendar was recommended and voted on by staff, parents and community members through an online survey in December, and has been approved by the Chinook Board of Education. The calendar will be submitted to the Ministry of Education and they will proceed with their approval process after May...

Directions Newsletter - January 2015

January 13, 2015
The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the January 12, 2015 Board meeting as well as other activities that  are taking place in the Division.​​ ​
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Synrevoice "School Connects" Bus Notifications

December 08, 2014

Chinook School Division will begin using the Synrevoice "School Connects" direct parent notification system for transportation communications starting in January 2015 for the following schools:  Ashley Park, Central, École Centennial, Fairview, Irwin, SCCHS, Stewart Valley, Success, Waldeck and Wymark .   Testing for implementation will be happening in the meantime so...

Bus Cancellations

November 14, 2014
​ For bus cancellation notices, you can listen to the local radio station or check SC Online, and check the Chinook Facebook page or Twitter feed. This applies to cancellations in advance (for example: extreme weather).  E nsure your children get on their bus in the morning and have a contingency (back-up transportation/residence) plan in the event...

Directions Newsletter

November 13, 2014
The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the November 12, 2014 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division.​​ Directions Newsletter - November 13, 2014

SWAC Sports Report

November 12, 2014
​ November 30, 2014 It was an exciting weekend of volleyball in Shaunavon and Eastend on Nov. 28/29 when the SHSAA provincial 4A boys volleyball tournament was held!  Ten teams travelled from all over the province to take part.  In fact, teams travelled over 5400 km just to get to the...

Bonneau Wins National Award

October 27, 2014
​ Winning an award and being recognized by one’s peers is always an honor.  On September 27, Monique Bonneau was given such an award. The Canadian  Student Leadership Association held their annual week-long conference in  Kelowna, B.C. last week and during CSLA’s annual general meeting they  recognized Bonneau for her dedication to...

Long Service Award - Chinook Employee

October 27, 2014
​ Chinook bus driver Gary Ford received a special Long Service Recognition award for 47 years from Board Chair Randy Beler at the Chinook School Division Board meeting on October 14th. Gary is a very dedicated employee and has hardly missed a day of work since he started driving at the...

Speak Up Against Bullying

October 09, 2014
Student Online Reporting Tool​: The Government of Saskatchewan has recently released an anti-bullying online reporting tool, a key component in “Saskatchewan’s Action Plan to Address Bullying and Cyberbullying” (November 2013). The letter below (PDF) provides detailed information about the service. 
In addition to the provinces commitment on this important matter, Chinook...

Directions Newsletter - October 2014

September 11, 2014
​ The Directions Newsletter includes information about Board decisions and reports presented at the October 14 , 2014 Board meeting as well as other activities that are taking place in the Division. ​ Directions Newsletter October 2014

Math and Literacy Success for Chinook Students

August 27, 2014
The results are in for Chinook’s two key priorities of Balanced Literacy and Math Momentum . The initiatives have had a positive impact on learning in the classroom, and students are experiencing significant growth and success in both literacy and math.
The Board has just received reports indicating that in...

September 4 - Transportation Update for City Schools

August 12, 2014
 PARENTS: As you may be aware, the student transportation system within the city of Swift Current has taken on significant changes as a result of Holy Trinity Catholic School Division and Chinook School Division merging their routes. In addition, we worked with a new bus service provider over the summer on pick-up points...

Swift Current City Schools Transition Plan Information

July 24, 2014
​ The Chinook Board of Education has determined future plans for schools in the city of Swift Current that will enhance the current structure and reflect the Divisions core values. These include a number of transitions. Please click here for information on the Swift Current city schools Transition Plan.​

Long Service Awards for Chinook Employees

June 25, 2014
Chinook Board Vice Chair Larry Caswell presents a 35 year long service award to Karen Pederson, Principal at Wheatland Colony School.  This year Chinook gave out 78 long service awards to dedicated employees. We appreciate your commitment to Learning for All! ​

Chinook Approves 2014-2015 Budget

June 23, 2014
​ Chinook School Division has finalized a budget for the 2014-2015 school year. The planned expenditures will allow Chinook to proceed with key strateg ic priorities in the areas of Math and Literacy, in addition to initiatives such as the Information Technology (IT) Long Term Strategic Plan currently being implem ented...

Wymark School Centennial Celebration

June 17, 2014
​ Wymark School turns 100 this year! To celebrate this milestone they have planned several Centennial Events, which will culminate with a Centennial Celebration on June 17th at 1:00pm (school) & 6:30pm (community/public). Tickets are $5/each, students participating are FREE. Call the office to reserve tickets. Visit the Wymark School website for info.​...

Provincial Education Sector Strategic Plan Announced

June 05, 2014
​ Education Minister Don Morgan, along with Saskatchewan School Boards Association (SSBA) President Janet Foord, announced the historic Education Sector Strategic Plan (ESSP) at the SSBA Spring Assembly.  The ESSP is the first ever province-wide plan to be developed in co-operation with all education sector partners, approved by the 28 school...

Thank You from the Chinook Board of Education

June 05, 2014

Chinook School Division Board would like to officially thank those who helped to control and extinguish the grass fire that occurred on May 1st:

R.M. Of Swift Current Fire Department
City of Swift Current Fire Department
RCMP – City Detachment
RCMP – Rural Detachment
Swift Current EMS
City of Swift Current, Infrastructure & Operations
R.M. Of Swift...

Early Childhood Action Coalition Launches Children's Charter for the Southwest

June 05, 2014

With emphasis on the importance of the early childhood years of development, members of the Early Childhood Action Coalition (ECAC) and Southwest Regional Intersectoral Committee (RIC) are pleased to announce the development and promotion of a 'Children's Charter' . This Charter will serve as a foundational document as the...

Provincial Budget

June 05, 2014
​ Chinook Remains Committed to Priorities
For Release March 24, 2014 On March 19 the 2014-2015 provincial budget was announced in the legislature, with a 3.1% increase in operating funds in the Education sector. The increase included recognition of a significant increase in student numbers in some parts of the province....

Chinook School Division Annual Meeting

June 05, 2014
Date: Monday, March 24, 2014 at 7:00pm Location: Chinook Education Centre 2100 Gladstone Street East, Swift Current Video Satellite Location: Fox Valley School
There will be a performance by Chinook School Division's   Prairie West Band at the start of the evening. 

Student First Online Engagement Tool Launched

June 05, 2014
​ Released on February 28, 2014 by the Ministry of Education   Today, the Government of Saskatchewan launched the Student First online engagement tool to assist in collecting input and feedback on the education sector in Saskatchewan.  The tool, which is available to the public, includes the opportunity to provide...

Kindergarten Registration

June 05, 2014
​ For all Chinook Schools
March 10-14, 2014 Kindergarten eligibility is age 5 by December 31, 2014. Please bring proof of your child's birth date (Birth Certificate or Sask Health Card). Specific Dates for Registration Nights at Schools
*Dates will be added as they are submitted by schools, please...

French Immersion Information Night

June 05, 2014
​Date: Thursday, February 27, 2014
, 7:00pm
 at École Oman School (520 – 6th Ave SE, Swift Current) For parents who are considering the French Immersion program at École Centennial School for their son or daughter who will be entering Kindergarten or Grade 1 in fall 2014. This is an informal...

Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week

June 05, 2014
​ "Pioneering the Future" This year, Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week is being celebrated from February 9 to 15. The theme is "Pioneering the Future" to highlight the pioneering aspect of teaching. The Chinook School Division Board would like to acknowledge and thank Chinook staff for their caring service and dedication to our...

French Second Language Education Week

June 04, 2014
​French Second Language Education Week | Semaine de l'enseignement du français langue seconde
"French - a gift for life" | "Le français – un cadeau pour la vie" Click here for the poster (PDF)   ...

Chinook Board Completes Review of the City Core Schools

June 04, 2014
Click here for Swift Current Schools information page The Chinook School Division Board of Education would like to express appreciation to all participants including citizens, parents, Chinook staff and teachers for providing valued feedback regarding the core schools in Swift Current. Feedback for Board consideration was received from the...

SWIFT CURRENT SCHOOLS INFORMATION

June 04, 2014
New  School Attendance Catchment Area MAP  for the city's north side schools There is a Transition Plan (link below) in place and it is important that families have the correct attendance and transportation information for their children. Please contact your school principal or email us if you...

Hub Program Launches in Southwest

June 04, 2014
​ The Southwest Regional Intersectoral Committee (RIC) is launching a regional Hub program that works within the Building Partnerships to Reduce Crime (BPRC) approach to crime reduction, community safety and wellness. Saskatchewan's first Hub program, established in Prince Albert, has been an incentive because it has contributed to an overall reduction...

Chinook Board of Education Receives Premier's Award

June 04, 2014
​ MEDIA RELEASE
November 13, 2013
For Immediate Release On Tuesday, November 12, the Chinook Board of Education received the annual Premier's Board of Education Award for Innovation and Excellence at the Saskatchewan School Boards Association's Fall General Assembly. The Honourable Don Morgan, Minister of Education, presented the award on behalf of...

Education Week

June 04, 2014
​ Education Week:  October 20-26, 2013  |  du 20 au 26 octobre 2013
"Supporting and Celebrating Success" |  "Soutenons et célébrons ensemble la réussite" 

Education week provides an opportunity to celebrate student success and recognize the dedication and commitment of education professionals across the province. 
La Semaine de l’éducation donne l’occasion de...

Important Notice to Chinook School Families and Communities

June 04, 2014
​ Update - Thursday, October 10, 2013 Edmonton Police Service have confirmed that the high-risk sex offender Michael Stanley has been located in the U.S. As always Chinook schools will continue to keep student safety at the forefront, but at this time the heightened alert measures will be relaxed.  International Walk to...

Swift Current Core Schools Request for Feedback

June 04, 2014
​ REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK : Parents, staff and community members are invited to continue to submit feedback as part of the Swift Current Core Schools consultation until December 4 , including key considerations and questions for the Board. Please email communications@chinooksd.ca . If you are unable to email, please call...

Director of Education Message

June 04, 2014
​ Here we go again as a new school year has quickly arrived! I am sure most of you are organized and ready to go, but in our household it has been a mad rush to get school supplies, clothes and teenage sleeping patterns all in order!! All of us at...

Back to School September 3!

June 04, 2014
​Families who have moved to a community within Chinook School Division, or a new attendance area within Swift Current are asked to register at their local school on Thursday, AUGUST 29 between 10:00am and 2:00pm . School information may be found in the Chinook Schools contact section . For information, please...

Chinook Approves 2013-2014 Budget

June 04, 2014
​ Chinook School Division has achieved a balanced budget within the approved provincial funding for the 2013-2014 school year. The planned expenditures will allow Chinook to proceed with key strategic priorities in the areas of Math and Literacy. The work on the École Centennial joint school project with Holy Trinity School...

Chinook Embraces the Lean Philosophy

June 04, 2014
​The Government of Saskatchewan is working toward establishing a culture of Lean in the workplace in order to continuously improve its service delivery to stakeholders. Ministries, including Education, were encouraged to introduce new Lean events in the year ahead as well as participate in ongoing training and sharing of information. School...

Provincial Budget: Chinook Remains Committed to Priorities

June 04, 2014
​On March 20 the 2013-2014 provincial budget was announced in the legislature, with a 3.1% increase in operating funds in the Education sector in recognition of the significant increase in student enrolments across the province. However, for Chinook School Division there was no overall increase in funding, and after further analysis...

2013-2014 School Calendar Update

June 04, 2014
​Chinook School Division recently proposed a new 2013-2014 calendar option that was submitted for Ministry approval. The 2013-2014 calendar included modifications in holidays and school breaks in an effort to comply with the recent changes in the Education Act by the Government of Saskatchewan. For background please refer to Changes in 2013-2014...

Chinook School Division Annual Meeting

June 04, 2014
​Date: Monday, March 25, 2013 at 7:00pm Location: Chinook Education Centre
2100 Gladstone Street East, Swift Current Video Satellite Location: Burstall School

All-Weather Track for the Southwest Region

June 04, 2014
​The City of Swift Current and Chinook School Division have approved an all-weather track that will be located at the Swift Current Comprehensive High School. The partners have agreed to equally share costs of developing and maintaining the new 8 lane all-weather synthetic surface track with related field amenities, as users...

French Immersion Information Night

June 04, 2014
​ Date: Tuesday, March 5, 2013 Time: 7:00 pm Place: École Oman Elementary School 520 – 6th Ave SE, Swift Current We invite parents who are considering the French Immersion program for their son or daughter and are ready to commence Kindergarten this fall and to parents who may wish to...

Chinook Music Week

June 04, 2014
​ February 10-16, 2013
This past weekend, members of the Comp Choral and Jazz programs took part in the annual Rotary Jazz Retreat in Cypress Hills, Saskatchewan. Brent Ghiglione, director of bands/conducting at the University of Regina and John Trepp (one of Canada's top choral conductors) spent the weekend working with...

Kindergarten Registration for All Chinook Schools

June 04, 2014
​The Chinook School Division is very excited to welcome new kindergarten students and their families to its schools for the upcoming school year. Registration will be held at all Chinook Schools during the week of March 11-15, 2013 . Please contact your local school for registration dates.

Registration will be held at...

Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week

June 04, 2014
​ February 10-16, 2013 "Inspiring Success" The Chinook School Division Board would like to acknowledge and thank Chinook staff for their caring service and dedication to our students, schools, families and communities. We appreciate that Chinook staff work hard to foster a positive learning environment for all students. It is essential...

Celebrate French Education Week!

June 04, 2014
​ Hey families, French Education week is February 4 - 8!
This year's theme is: French: an open door to the world / Le français, une porte ouverte sur le monde. École Oman School has a lot to celebrate; all of our students are learning French whether they are taking...

Changes in 2013-2014 School Calendar

June 04, 2014
​Recently, there were a number of changes made to the Education Act by the Government of Saskatchewan. In order to comply with these changes, the operations of schools will experience some modifications. One of the changes has provided the Chinook Board the opportunity to offer new options in the calendar for...

Happy Holidays from Chinook!

June 04, 2014
​The last day of classes for Chinook schools is Friday, December 21 and students are back to school on Thursday, January 3.
Watch the Chinook Holiday Video Message from Director Liam Choo-Foo.  ...

Chinook Introduces New Trustees at Organizational Meeting

June 04, 2014
​ Chinook School Division held their annual Organizational Meeting and Elections on November 5, 2012, with new Trustees introduced for 3 Subdivisions: Elaine Anderson, elected to Subdivision 6 - Shaunavon, Eastend, Frontier; Shane Andrus, elected to Subdivision 1 - Leader, Burstall, Fox Valley; and Shauna Wright, acclaimed to Subdivision 7 -...

Premier Breaks Ground for Joint-Use Schools

June 04, 2014
  Premier Breaks Ground for Joint-Use Schools as part of Swift Current Integrated Facility October 18, 2012 - Today Premier Brad Wall, Education Minister Russ Marchuk, students, dignitaries and representatives from the Chinook and Holy Trinity School Divisions gathered to break ground for École Centennial and All Saints schools; a $51...

Tender Approved for New Joint School

June 04, 2014
Holy Trinity Catholic School Division and Chinook School Division received notice from the Ministry of Education that the successful tender by Westridge Construction Ltd. has been officially approved. Site preparation is well under way and it is expected that the general contractor will be on site within the next few weeks....

Director of Education Message

June 04, 2014
Welcome back to an exciting school year in Chinook! I hope you were able to enjoy the fantastic weather over the summer. My wife, Val and our three kids: Kennedy (13), Brooklyn (10), and Connor (7) all had enough time to get on one another's nerves…so we were REALLY looking forward...

School Board Election Notices

June 04, 2014
​ Chinook School Division No. 211 Board of Education Members Go to Election 2012 for the Nomination Update, which lists candidates that have submitted their nominations.   NOTICE OF POLL: Sub-division 6 A Poll has been granted for the election of Board Member for Chinook School Division No. 211, Sub-division 6. Voting will take...

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