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Posted on Mar 18 2023

Welcome to Thickwood! Please review the Thickwood School Handbook for important information about our school, including upcoming dates and events. The "Monthly Newsletter" tab gives a quick snapshot of…

FMPSD Finalizes Agreement with CUPE Local 2545, Welcomes…

Posted on Mar 17 2025

(Fort McMurray, AB - March 17th, 2025) The Fort McMurray Public School Division (FMPSD) is pleased to announce the successful ratification of a collective agreement with CUPE Local 2545, ensuring the…

FMPSD and CUPE Local 2545 Reach Resolution

Posted on Mar 15 2025

(Fort McMurray, AB - March 15th, 2025) Today we are happy to share that we were able to end our week negotiating a resolution with CUPE Local 2545. A ratification vote will take place on Monday, and…

Important Update: Temporary Changes Due to Support…

Posted on Mar 6 2025

Dear Parents and Guardians,  We want to inform you of an important update regarding the ongoing Job Action situation in our school division. As you may know, our support staff, including our dedicated…

FMPSD’s Response to Alberta Education's 2025 Provincial…

Posted on Mar 4 2025

(Fort McMurray, AB - March 4th, 2025) Fort McMurray Public School Division (FMPSD) has carefully reviewed the 2025 Alberta Education Budget and appreciates the efforts to improve classroom conditions…

Nemo Jr Opens March 26th!

Posted on Mar 1 2025

Thickwood Theatriks is proud to announce opening night for Nemo Jr at Keyano Theatre and Arts Centre on Wednesday, March 26th at 7:00 pm! Tickets can be purchased online soon through the Keyano Box Office. …

A Thrilling Weekend at the VEX Provincial Robotics…

Posted on Feb 28 2025

(Fort McMurray, AB - February 28th, 2025) This past weekend, the Syncrude Sports & Wellness Centre was buzzing with energy as it hosted the VEX Provincial Robotics Championship. The event brought together…

Update Regarding the Ministerial Order on In-Person…

Posted on Feb 27 2025

(Fort McMurray, AB - February 27th, 2025) Fort McMurray Public School Division would like to provide clarity and reassurance following the recent revisions to the Ministerial Order on in-person learning.…

Important Information About the Alberta Education…

Posted on Feb 19 2025

Dear Parents and Guardians,We wanted to inform you about the upcoming Alberta Education Assurance (AEA) Survey. Participation in this survey is an important opportunity to provide insights that help shape…

Fort McMurray Hosting VEX Robotics Provincials- A…

Posted on Feb 18 2025

(Fort McMurray, AB - February 18th, 2025) The 2025 Alberta Provincial VEX Championships (middle school and high school divisions), presented by Syncrude, operated by Suncor will be hosted in Fort McMurray…

Media Release: PowerSchool Cybersecurity Update

Posted on Feb 3 2025

Dear Parents and Guardians,Today, February 3, 2025, PowerSchool initiated the process of notifying individuals whose information was determined to be involved.As we previously communicated, PowerSchool…

Media Release: Job Action Update

Posted on Jan 30 2025

(Fort McMurray, AB - Jan 30th, 2025) CUPE Local 2545 and Fort McMurray Public School Division returned to the bargaining table today to continue negotiations.Since November 13, 2024, ongoing job action…