Where can I get a copy of my high school transcript?
To receive your official high school transcript you need to contact the Office of the Registrar at the Ministry of Education in Regina. Information is available on their website.
How much does it cost?
The cost is $15 for three copies.
Can my transcript be mailed directly to the university/technical college?
The Ministry of Education will send transcripts directly to an educational institution if requested. The cost is $15.00 per institution.
For more information, please contact:
Office of the Registrar
Ministry of Education
1814 Lorne Street, 2nd floor
Regina SK S4P 2L7
Call 1-888-775-3276
Can I donate used technology to the school division?
Our schools make good use of donated computer equipment; however, to limit the internal costs associated with accepting/maintaining the equipment, a minimum level will be accepted. This minimum level matches computer technology that the division currently receives from a Federal Government program (Computers for Schools).
Donations typically are distributed on a school priority basis; however, for donations directly to specific schools please contact the school. The donation technical guidelines will be the same.
CPU: 1.8 GHz Processor, 1 GB RAM, Sound Card, SVGA Graphics, 24X CD-ROM, 40 GB HD
Monitor: 17" SVGA
Note: Receipts will only be issued for equipment valued over $500 (as determined by the division).
How old does my child have to be to attend Kindergarten?
Registration begins in January for the next school year. Children must be five years old by January 31 of the school year they will be attending Kindergarten. For example, if your child will be five years old by January 31, 2010, s/he can start Kindergarten in the fall of 2009.
When should I register my child for Kindergarten?
You can register your child beginning in January of the school year your child will be attending Kindergarten. Call or visit your local public school. Many of our schools offer parent information evenings and tours in January each year. Our principals are always available to answer any questions you have about registration. You are welcome to call or drop in to any of our schools at any time. We'd love to see you!
Later in the spring, our schools offer orientation sessions and a "sneak peek" at Kindergarten for families and their children. This is a wonderful opportunity for the children to explore their new classroom and for parents to begin their relationship with the Kindergarten teacher and staff at the school.
We understand the importance of early learning and literacy. Our Kindergarten classes are small to encourage individualized education. Our Literacy for Life initiative includes a strong literacy component in Kindergarten. When it comes to supporting literacy, Saskatoon Public Schools is a leader!
Does Saskatoon Public Schools have French Immersion Kindergarten?
Yes. Five of our elementary schools offer French Immersion. French is the language of instruction and communication in the school setting. Our French Immersion program is structured so that children learn French and English skills and follow the same curricula as all other students in the province. Our French Immersion elementary schools are École College Park, École Henry Kelsey, École Victoria, École River Heights and École Lakeview.
Do I have a choice of full-day or half-day Kindergarten?
We are pleased to offer the following Kindergarten options:
- Half-time Kindergarten at all of our neighbourhood schools;
- A literacy enhanced, full day every day Kindergarten program at Alvin Buckwold, Forest Grove, Holliston, Howard Coad, King George, Lawson Heights, Mayfair, Pleasant Hill, Princess Alexandra, and Vincent Massey Schools;
- Full day, every other day Kindergarten at Dr. John G. Egnatoff, Dundonald, Forest Grove, Hugh Cairns, John Lake, Montgomery, Roland Michener, Saskatoon Christian, Silverspring, and Wildwood Schools;
- French Immersion Kindergarten at École College Park, École Henry Kelsey, École Lakeview, École River Heights, and École Victoria and;
- The Nêhiyâwiwin Cree Language and Culture Kindergarten Program at Confederation Park Community School.
We are dedicated to jump starting your child's education with our focus on literacy. Visit your local public school to find out how we inspire learning!
How do I register at Saskatoon Public Schools?
Welcome to Saskatoon Public Schools. We look forward to meeting you and your child/children! Students are registered at the school in their neighbourhood. Registration forms are available at the school or on the schools website.
We offer free public education for all students. Our elementary schools offer Kindergarten to Grade 8 for ages 5 to 13. Our high schools (collegiates) offer Grades 9 to 12 for ages 14 to 21.
How do I register my child for Kindergarten?
Registration for Kindergarten begins in January for the next school year. Children must be 5 years old by January 31st of the school year in which they begin Kindergarten. For example, to start Kindergarten in September 2009, your child must be five years old by January 31 of 2010.
How do I register my child for all other grades?
Students can register at any time during the school year (September to June). When you enroll your children, you must provide the school principal with documentation that verifies their age. One of the following documents may be used:
- Certificate of Birth;
- Baptismal Certificate;
- Passport;
- Saskatchewan Health Services Card or equivalent.
For children who have moved from another school, its a good idea to bring any documents from their last school (i.e. report cards) that will help our staff determine in what grade to place them. A students language ability, age, prior schooling and future goals are considered when determining placement in schools. Some families, whose first language is not English, may need help with English as a Second/Additional Language (ESL/EAL). Staff at the school will determine if support is needed, and then make the necessary arrangements.
The individual school principal is responsible for the decision on the admission of students to schools.
What if I am a landed immigrant?
If your family has been granted record of landing (landed immigrant status) your children can register at our schools. Please bring your documentation from Citizen and Immigration Canada to the school when registering.
What if I am in Canada on an Employment or Student Visa?
If you have entered Canada on either a student (for full time studies only) or an employment visa, you may register your children in our schools without having to pay a tuition fee. Please bring your documentation (employment visa) from Citizenship and Immigration Canada to the school when registering.
Canada's Immigration and Refugee Protection Act allows students (who are not Canadian citizens) accompanying their parents who have been granted student authorizations or employment authorizations to register in our schools.
Student authorizations for parents will be accepted only if the following criteria are met: (1) The parents' study is for at least one year, and (2) The area of study is more substantial than English alone. This means if parents are taking only English as a Second/Additional Language (ESL/EAL) classes, their children have to enroll with our division through the Saskatoon International High School Program and pay a tuition fee. For more information about the International High School Program please visit www.saskatooninternational.com
What if I am in Canada on a Visitors Visa?
If you have entered Canada on a visitors visa, please bring with you, a passport or health registration card for each child (or some documentation that verifies their date of birth) when you come to a school to register your children. Please bring your documentation (visitors visa) from Citizenship and Immigration Canada to the school when registering your children.
If you have been issued a visitors visa by Citizenship and Immigration Canada, you must pay a tuition fee.
How does Saskatoon Public Schools meet my child's special needs?
Intensive Supports funding is provided by the Ministry of Education for students receiving intensive educational programs and supports who are identified as:
- Visually impaired;
- Hearing impaired;
- Intellectually disabled;
- Mental Health impairment;
- Orthopaedic disability;
- Pervasive development disorder;
- Physical health impairment;
- Prenatal substance exposure;
- Substance related disorders;
- Multiply disabled and;
- Other: Diagnosed
How are students identified for Intensive Support?
Our school teams and special education consultants work with families to obtain the necessary medical documentation, which meets Ministry of Education criteria. In order for a student to receive intensive supports, the school division must demonstrate the program and supports provided for each student, and document these through the students Personal Program Plan. A qualified special education teacher and professional support staff are responsible for the assessment, program planning and program delivery. Educational Assistants may be provided as part of the support plan for the student.
What are some of the supports and services provided by Saskatoon Public Schools?
We provide an array of services including:
- Assessment
- Resource programs
- Educational Assistants
- Special programs
- Special schools
- Speech/language services
- Classroom supports
- Consultative supports
- Social skills programming
- Counsellors/Social Workers
- Interagency collaboration
- Planning and evaluation at the individual, school and community levels
What is assistive technology and how it is accessed?
Assistive technology allows students with disabilities to access the curriculum. In order to receive a technical aid, students must first meet the criteria for intensive supports. Then the school team must show that the assistive technology will help the student to access the educational program in a way that is not otherwise available. Prior approval must be obtained from the Coordinator of Special Education, Saskatoon Public Schools. Once approved, the assistive technology is ordered and sent to the school. Assistive technology stays with the student no matter what school the student attends in Saskatchewan. If the student moves out of the province, the assistive technology is returned to the Special Education Branch and is re-assigned to another student.
What are some of the special programs offered to students with intensive needs?
We offer many special programs to students with intensive needs. Although our first choice is that these students attend their neighbourhood schools with supports, there are times when a special program is deemed the best educational opportunity for some students.
- The Functional Life Skills Program is offered to students with a moderate intellectual disability. There is a Junior Program for students six to 10 years of age; an Intermediate Program for students 11 to 14 years of age and a Senior Program for students 15 to 22 years of age.
- The Functional Academics Program is for students with mild intellectual disabilities, who also face behaviour challenges. There is a Junior Program for students six to nine years of age, an Intermediate Program for students 10 to 12 years of age, and a Senior Program for students 12 to 14 years of age.
- The Life Skills Work Study Program is offered at the high school level. Students follow a four to five year Alternate Education Program. For those students who may benefit from additional programming, the Life Skills Work Study Transition Program operates in our Education Centre and students may attend until they reach 22 years of age.
John Dolan School is a special school and provides a range of services for students with multiple disabilities. John Dolan School is also home to the Mary Vinish Snoezelen Park.
For more information about other special education programs and services please check our list of special education programs and services.
Are there services offered at the preschool level for students with intensive needs?
Yes. The research is clear that early intervention is very beneficial for children with disabilities, and Saskatoon Public Schools work with other agencies to provide a variety of services for our preschool students. We have two congregated preschools and a Therapeutic Preschool. In addition, we offer support in community preschools through our Preschool Support Program where students with disabilities are provided with an Educational Assistant and consultative support.
Who can we contact for more information?
Call the Special Education office at (306) 683-8332.
What kind of busing arrangements are provided by Saskatoon Public Schools?
Under most circumstances, parents are responsible for the transportation of students to and from school. Students are provided with free city transit tickets in the following circumstances:
- If they live more than .805 kilometres from their neighbourhood elementary school and suitable bus routes exist;
- If they are taking Industrial Arts or Home Economics in a school out of their neighbourhood and;
- If they are attending the academically talented programs at Caswell and Greystone Heights Schools and live outside of those neighbourhoods.
Saskatoon Public Schools also provides two-way transportation for the following elementary students:
- Students with designated disabilities who require assistance getting to school;
- Students who must leave their neighbourhood school to enroll in our French Immersion Program (Kindergarten to Grade 8) and;
- Students who do not have a neighbourhood school in their area
Elementary students from the following areas are transported:
- Arbor Creek to Dr. John G. Egnatoff School
- Briarwood to Lakeridge School
- Downtown Area Daycares to Victoria School
- Dutch Growers Subdivision to Sutherland School
- Exhibition to Buena Vista School
- Hampton Village to Dundonald School
- Haultain to Holliston School
- Henry Kelsey to Mayfair School
- Lakewood Suburban Centre to Lakeridge School
- McNab Park to Caroline Robins School
- City Park to North Park Wilson School
- Richmond Heights to North Park Wilson School
- Stonebridge to Alvin Buckwold School
- Willowgrove to Forest Grove School
Many elementary schools offer before school programs where parents can drop off children before the school day starts, and after school programs for children remaining at the school after the school day ends. For more information, call your local elementary school.
What about high school students?
High school students are expected to use city transit. Students who live farther than 3 kilometres from the closest collegiate, can purchase a transit pass at a 50% subsidy.
How do I rent a Saskatoon Public Schools Facility?
As a publicly funded organization and supporter of youth and community programs, Saskatoon Public Schools makes its property and facilities available for use by community or non-profit organizations, our employees, and our partners in education.
To rent a facility please familiarize yourself with the following files:
The documents posted on this page contain all the necessary information you require to rent a facility from Saskatoon Public Schools. If you have further questions, please feel free to contact us by email or phone (306) 683-8218.