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Government of Yukon continues work to support safe and inclusive schools
August 30, 2024
Significant progress has been made in strengthening policies, enhancing training and improving school infrastructure.
Historic signing of Letter of Agreement on Education Co-governance in Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Traditional Territory
August 29, 2024
Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Government and the Government of Yukon will sign a historic education co-governance agreement on August 30, 2024.
Statement from Minister McLean welcoming students and staff back to school
August 27, 2024
Students from around the Yukon are welcomed back to school after summer break.
Update on staffing in Yukon schools for the 2024–25 school year
August 26, 2024
The Government of Yukon is sharing staffing numbers as K–12 students head back to class on Tuesday, August 27.
The Government of Yukon supports educator’s professional development with Welcome Week activities
August 23, 2024
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
August 20, 2024
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
July 2, 2024
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
June 27, 2024
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
June 13, 2024
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
June 6, 2024
Graduation rates can be found online in two reports.