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Job Opportunities with HIES
The Hornby Island Educational Society (HIES) is hiring a Community School Coordinator and a Literacy Outreach Coordinator. A full description of each position is available on our blog. The closing date for both positions is Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at noon.
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The Bruce Fairbairn Bursary
The Bruce Fairbairn Memorial Bursary was established in 1999, in the memory of Bruce Fairbairn honoring the encouragement and support that Bruce gave to Hornby musicians. The intent of the bursary is to help aid Hornby students of any age…
Read MoreAppreciation
HIES thanks each and every individual donor, each and every volunteer and each organisation and company for their support of the Hornby Kitchen. Without your generous contribution of time and/or money, The Kitchen would be unable to address the food security needs…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Message from the HIES Board:
Like every organization, we are required to respond quickly and diligently to the escalating COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, we have implemented changes to HIES Programs. Please read HIES statement on COVID-19 including closures/cancellations and how you can help our…
Read MoreUpcoming Events
The Hornby Island Education Society is excited to offer once again new learning opportunities for the adult learners. Each session will be 1.5 to 2 hours and will be offered on a Sunday or Tuesday afternoons at Room to Grow….
Read MoreNotice of Meeting: AGM Special Resolution
Notice of Meeting: Hornby Island Educational Society Annual General Meeting November 15, 2019 10:30 – 12 noon Room To Grow A Special Resolution to amend HIES Constitution will be presented to the membership for approval at the AGM, as follows:…
Read MoreFamily Friendly Education Savings Event
Join us on Tuesday, November 5th for a free family-friendly education savings sign-up event. There will be activities for children and people on-site will guide you through the process of how to receive free funding for your child’s education. The…
Read MoreJob Posting: HIES Afterschool Programs Assistant and Teen Programs Coordinator
Afterschool programs assistant + teen programs coordinator A part-time position at the Hornby Island Educational Society. Seeking a qualified individual to work in afterschool programs 2-4 afternoons a week from late October-May and to coordinate a few employment-related trainings (foodsafe,…
Read MoreSchool Renewal Fund
The Hornby Island School burned down on August 26th, 2018. Please consider a donation to our “School Renewal Fund” as the community and School District 71 rally to rebuild the school and continue our educational programs on Hornby Island.
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