Fifteen students have been presented with the Robert Alfred Peck Prize for Excellence in French from the English Montreal School Board. Based on the 2024-2025 academic year, 13 Secondary IV and two Secondary V students were recognized for attaining the mark of 100 percent. They each  received certificates and cheques in the amount of $100.

EMSB Chair Joe Ortona emphasized that if the Quebec government provides permission to use 15 percent of the adjusted June 30, 2024 accumulated surplus as was allowed in previous years, then a balanced budget can still be achieved.

After a full year of construction, St. Pius X Career Centre in Ahuntsic turned the lights on in its brand-new, state-of-the-art teaching kitchen, a transformative project that marks a new era for culinary education in Montreal

Each year, the English Montreal School Board proudly hosts its annual retirees reception, an evening dedicated to honoring the educators, administrators, and staff who have devoted their careers to shaping young minds. This cherished tradition brings together colleagues, families, and board members to celebrate years of service, share memories, and express heartfelt appreciation for the lasting impact these individuals have made across the EMSB community.

The St. Leonard Cougars Football Organization and the Quebec Midget Football League (QMFL) have recognized one of their most respected and dedicated members — Coach Andy D’Alessandro. On October 11, he was inducted into the St. Leonard Cougars Hall of Fame, recognizing his 35 years of service and leadership within our organization and his tremendous impact on generations of youth across Montreal.

Caroline Derome, the music teacher at Nesbitt Elementary School in Rosemont, has been named a 2025 Teacher of Distinction. She will be receiving her award from the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto on Sunday, November 16.