Home          Google Search Happy Thought Ukrainian Bilingual Program The English-Ukrainian Bilingual program offers Ukrainian language instruction (provincially set curriculum), activities to increase cultural awareness and experiences in Ukrainian culture. * The program is approved by Manitoba Education and Training. * All curriculum outcomes are taught as in regular English classes. * Students can succeed without Ukrainian background or knowledge of the language. * Students learn English, Ukrainian and French. * Enthusiastic teachers and active parents support a high quality program. * Parents support an energetic English – Ukrainian Parents Committee. * Program has been at the Happy Thought School since 1983.                                                                                                                                                   click here to go to MPUE website                                                                     English-Ukrainian Bilingual Program Did you know? *  You don’t have to speak Ukrainian at home to enroll your child in the program. *  You don’t have to be of Ukrainian descent to take part in the program. *  The English-Ukrainian Bilingual Program has been ongoing in the public school system for over 25 years. *  The French language is taught starting either in Kindergarten or Grade 4 depending on the school. *  Children coming from different countries find it a welcoming place to learn English and make new friends. *  There is no additional cost to enroll in the program. *  Schools that offer the program many also offer additional activities such as Ukrainian dancing and multi-school field trips. *  Many programs schools offer before and after school programs. *  There is busing to program schools within the division based on divisional guidelines.          About Manitoba parents for Ukrainian Education To ensure that the Ukrainian language endures and flourishes, Manitoba Parent for Ukrainian Education (MPUE) is dedicated to promoting, enhancing and expanding the English-Ukrainian Bilingual Program (EUBP) in Manitoba. MPUE is the umbrella organization that provides support for the parent organization associated with each of the 12 schools the English-Ukrainian Bilingual Program. The program offers a balance of English and Ukrainian instruction, allowing each student to gain a rich understanding of the language, traditions and heritage. Scroll down and enjoy our pictures of 2007 - 2008 children in the Happy Thought Ukrainian Bilingual Program. Top