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Eastern Townships School Board (ETSB)

The Eastern Townships encompass some of the most beautiful countryside areas in Québec. Located 100 km east of Montréal, nestled in the heart of the Eastern Townships, this English school board services a fairly large territory.
The ETSB covers entirely or partially 14 MRCs in Québec, comprised of more than 140 municipalities with a total population of 657,382.
The municipalities found in these MRCs, who access the educational services provided by the ETSB, stretch from Saint-Louis-de-Blandford in the north, Mansonville in the south, Saint-Ludger in the east and Noyan in the west.

“Come be a part of something that is growing, improving, and where you can call yourself ‘family.’ Our system is top-notch, and you can enjoy all that the people and the beautiful countryside have to offer. What a wonderful opportunity!”

ABOUT

The Eastern Townships School Board is one of nine English school boards in Québec with the head office located in Magog, Québec.

The ETSB consists of 1,000+ people working in many different employment categories including management, teachers, professionals, bus drivers, and support staff.

The school board is responsible for a network of 20 elementary schools, three high schools, three vocational training centres, and adult general education centres. The team provides educational services and bussing to over 6,000 students in the Estrie, Montérégie, and part of Centre-du-Québec regions.

The health and well-being of the students and staff of the ETSB has been a focus for the school board over the last few years. Being situated in the heart of the Eastern Townships, the schools and centres within our territory are surrounded by nature and take full advantage of the benefits derived from this.

Every member of the ETSB family plays an important role in the success of the student population.

MISSION

Moving ahead together to foster student success.

VISION

We, at the ETSB, are… passionate people moving ahead together to make our school board the best place to learn and a great place to work. Anywhere!

To achieve this vision, the Eastern Townships School Board strives to be:

A place of excellence, where students are at the centre of our activities, and where all students achieve their full potential and are prepared for life: academically, physically, socially, emotionally, and morally
An inspiring place, where our personnel are valued as individuals, make a difference in our students’ lives and are ready to innovate and to take risks to ensure student success
A welcoming place, where parents, community members, and business partners have an important role to play in the enhancement of our students’ learning environment, by providing real-life experiences and outreach opportunities for our students

WHY CHOOSE THE ETSB

At the ETSB we believe that every child can succeed and is to be guaranteed a top-notch educational experience, which is built upon a combination of the school board’s four foundational pillars:

Student engagement
Pedagogical leadership
Attachment-based developmental approach to learning for students
Professional learning community (PLC) approach to growth for all staff

The team also believes strongly in continual learning for all its employees and offers many opportunities, which support professional improvement, innovation, creativity, and career advancement.

The ETSB has been and continues to be very successful in integrating technology in the classroom. Every teacher is given a device and access to extensive professional development to enhance student engagement in learning through technology. Most classrooms feature an interactive SMART Board, and as per our one-to-one laptop initiative, every student from Grade 5 to Secondary V is provided with a Chromebook for academic use.

STRENGTHS

Bilingual, English, and French environments at the elementary level
Enriched courses and concentration programs at the high school level
Work-Oriented Training Path
Adult education
Vocational training programs
Distance education
International student programs

The ETSB is an inclusive school board running an integrated model of education for students with special needs. In many classrooms and support centres across the school board, one will find special education technicians and handicap student attendants working attentively with students with specific needs to meet their educational goals.

The school board has an extensive complementary services department made up of psychologists, psychoeducators, career and guidance counsellors, drug, alcohol, and addiction counsellors, speech and language pathologists, occupational therapists, readaptation officers, and community and spiritual life animators.

The ETSB prides itself on assisting individuals in meeting their goals of learning and advancement.

At the ETSB, all new teachers are paired with a mentor, allowing both individuals to bring forth and share the knowledge and skills they possess. Whether it was obtained recently while studying at university or while teaching over many years in the classroom, this sharing and guidance contributes to a better education for the students and benefits everyone involved.

In addition, various training sessions are available to all employees, both new and seasoned. It may be as a one-to-one observation/discussion session, or it may be animated by a support team from any one of the categories of employment.

As well, many planning days include offers of professional development for teachers, animated by one of the ETSB’s pedagogical consultants: language arts, math, French, social studies, science, fine arts, physical education and health, or special education.

The ETSB provides education across many communities. Here are some of the region’s advantages:

One becomes part of a phenomenal family of employees.
Working for the ETSB means being part of one of our exceptional communities, where the members support, foster, and give back to the schools.
The schools are an integral part of the communities they serve and are a strong link for the anglophone population found there. They are also a hub for activity where students and staff benefit from those community members who develop breakfast programs, fundraise for a new playground, and so much more.

For more information, visit Eastern Townships School Board

LIVING HERE

Experience British history and Québecois tradition by coming to live in the Eastern Townships, just a one-hour drive east of Montréal.

The region features some of the most breathtaking landscapes in Eastern Canada. Immerse yourself in the elements of pristine nature and discover the many mountains, lakes, forests, and fields found throughout the countryside.

The territory boasts many outdoor activities, including skiing, hiking, mountain biking and water sports. Nestled within this countryside, you’ll also find lovely tight-knit towns and villages that proudly maintain local traditions, while embracing a dynamic future.

Not only does the Eastern Townships take pride in its natural surroundings, the region also features many cities full of urban charm and activity. These cities are bustling with attractions like the Granby Zoo or Bromont Water Park and many have events in the downtown areas which offer high-end boutiques, cafés and specialty shops.

The number of individuals choosing the area is on the rise, in part due to the affordability of properties located in this unique and idyllic living environment. A Reader’s Digest survey recently voted the largest city, Sherbrooke (240,000 inhabitants), as the #1 city in Canada to raise a family. With both English and French CEGEPs and universities within its territory, the Eastern Townships makes education at any age easily accessible.

All of this, in addition to the many heritage sites, museums, galleries, and cultural venues makes living in the Eastern Townships a good fit for anyone!