The Keewatin-Patricia District School Board (KPDSB) and the Shibogama First Nations Council have signed a memorandum of understanding that renews and extends their current education service agreement. The priority areas outlined in the agreement include engaging parents, preparing students for the transition from primary to secondary school, creating pathways from graduation to work in the community, supporting academic success, and fostering mental health and wellbeing. The MOU also includes commitments to professional development opportunities for staff at Shibogama First Nations Council community schools. “[This agreement] represents a historic commitment to collaborate and learn from each other, and provide supports for students and educators in community to ensure student success,” explained the partners in a release. The agreement was signed by KPDSB Director of Education Christy Radbourne and Shibogama First Nations Council Executive Director Matthew Agnees.
