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The Government of Yukon supports educator’s professional development with Welcome Week activities
Yukon’s education professionals prepare for back-to-school season during Welcome Week, which is returning after a four-year hiatus.
School bus routes available for 2024–25 school year
Bus routes for the 2024–25 school year are now available. Parents or guardians will receive an email by August 16 with their child’s route information.
Yukon post-secondary students can now apply for funding for the 2024–25 school year
We are now accepting applications for student financial assistance for the 2024–25 academic year.
Yukon Child and Youth Advocate to review Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) Policy
The Government of Yukon has referred the Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) Policy to the Yukon Child and Youth Advocate Office for a comprehensive review.
Statement from Minister of Education on the Yukon RCMP’s conclusion of the investigation at Jack Hulland Elementary School
Minister of Education Jeanie McLean has issued a statement on the conclusion of the Yukon RCMP investigation at Jack Hulland Elementary School.
Information on how graduation rates are reported
Graduation rates can be found online in two reports.
New Whistle Bend Elementary School unveiled with community open house
Students, parents and community members were invited to join in the celebrations for the opening of the new Whistle Bend Elementary School.
Yukon schools and community organizations receive $400,000 for student attendance projects
For the 2024–25 school year, Every Student, Every Day is supporting 31 student attendance projects with $400,000 in funding with support from the Government of Yukon
Department of Education introduces new attendance policy to recognize cultural participation
The Government of Yukon is continuing to foster reconciliation and educational inclusivity by ensuring that student participation in cultural or religious events is recognized posi
Ready-to-Learn Symposium celebrates innovative approaches in Yukon schools
Educators gathered to celebrate and explore the innovations of Ready-to-Learn Schools, fostering inclusive and supportive learning in the Yukon.