Education and Early Childhood Development
June 23, 2016
Celebrating Student Success
Minister Recognizes the Hard Work of Students and Educators as Summer Break Begins
As another school year draws to a close, the Honourable Dale Kirby, Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development, congratulates students and educators throughout the province and wishes them a safe and enjoyable summer.
�Congratulations to all of our students who have successfully completed another year, especially to those who have graduated and are entering a new, exciting phase in their lives. I hope you take pride in your hard work and leave with new knowledge, memories and friends that will last a lifetime. To those students returning in September always keep safety in mind during your adventures and use your time this summer as an opportunity to learn and grow.�
- The Honourable Dale Kirby, Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development
In addition to the students, Minister Kirby also recognized the administrators, teachers, support staff and parents throughout the province for the important work they do in educating students.
�Our administrators, teachers, support staff and parents are essential to providing our youth with the high quality educational experience they deserve. Your commitment and dedication is very much appreciated and I look forward to another successful year in 2016-17 as you continue to help all students reach their potential and celebrate their successes along the way.�
- Minister Kirby
The Provincial Government is committed to providing an educational environment that prepares students for lifelong learning and future academic and career opportunities.
QUICK FACTS
- June 23 is the official last day of school for students attending K-12 in Newfoundland and Labrador.
- Approximately 67,000 students are enrolled in the K-12 school system in the province.
- Wednesday, September 7, is the first official day of school for students attending school in 2016-17.
- For more information on the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development programs and services, visit www.ed.gov.nl.ca/edu/.
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Media contacts:
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Blair Medd Director of Communications Department of Education and Early Childhood Development 709-729-0048, 631-8465 blairmedd@gov.nl.ca |
2016 06 23 9:45 a.m.