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Update on school operational plans and school bussing for 2020–21
School operational plans and school bussing updates announced for the 2020–21 school year.
Government of Yukon shares feedback on student learning during the end of the 2019–20 school year
A summary of survey results is now available on engageyukon.ca.
Whitehorse students return to school on August 20
Whitehorse students will return to class on August 20 instead of August 19 for the 2020–21 school year.
Health and safety guidelines for schools and school buses released
Detailed health and safety guidelines will help schools plan for the return of students to classes for 2020–21 school year.
Survey launched on student learning during COVID-19
The Government of Yukon seeks feedback from students, families and educators about the impacts of the pandemic on student learning.
Update on planning for the 2020–21 school year
Preliminary operational and learning planning for Yukon schools for the 2020–21 school announced.
Nomination period for Council of the Federation Literacy Award open until end of June
Nominations for the Council of the Federation Literacy Awards to honour Yukoners who help people with literacy, the foundation of lifelong learning remains open until June 30, 2020
Face-to-face classes on track to resume for 2020–21 school year
The Government of Yukon is planning for Kindergarten to Grade 12 students to return to classes in public schools for the start 2020–21 school year.
Statement from Minister Tracy-Anne McPhee on Yukon Graduate Day
Minister of Education Tracy-Anne McPhee announces that June 10, 2020 has officially been proclaimed “Yukon Graduate Day”.
Funding to help Yukon employers hire students for critical and essential services
$750,000 available to help create summer employment for Yukon graduating and postsecondary students.