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FMPSD Observes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Posted on Sep 30 2024

(Fort McMurray, AB - September 30th, 2024) The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation holds profound significance in Canada. It is a day dedicated to reflecting on the legacy of the residential school…

Authentic Writing Opportunities at Thickwood Heights…

Posted on Sep 27 2024

(Fort McMurray, AB - September 27th, 2024) In response to the educational challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Thickwood Heights Public School launched the Pen Pal Program in 2023 to enhance students'…

Important Update Regarding Potential Labour Disruption…

Posted on Sep 16 2024

Good evening,(Fort McMurray, September 16th, 2024) We wish to share an urgent and important update in regard to the potential labour disruption within our schools. We have just been served notice that…

FMPSD and CUPE Negotiations

Posted on Sep 12 2024

Dear Parents and Guardians,The Fort McMurray Public School Division (FMPSD) is aware that the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 2545 (CUPE) employee group held a strike vote over the two previous…

Information Regarding Possible Labour Action from…

Posted on Sep 10 2024

Dear Parents and Guardians,We are reaching out to you to share the latest information we have regarding a possible labour action from CUPE Local 2545 (CUPE).We are aware that the Support Staff of Fort…

News Release: A New School Year Dawns with Excitement…

Posted on Sep 4 2024

(Fort McMurray, AB - September 4th, 2024) As the summer days wane and the air fills with the crisp promise of autumn, Fort McMurray Public School Division (FMPSD) is thrilled to welcome back students…

Custom School Clothing

Posted on Aug 21 2024

Back to school shopping? Check out our school entripy shop for custom Thickwood merchandise! https://thickwoodheightsschool.entripyshops.com/

Fort McMurray to Host VEX Robotics Provincials - A…

Posted on Aug 19 2024

(Fort McMurray, AB, August 19, 2024) Fort McMurray has had the opportunity to host several large-scale sporting events over the years. Now, we are adding the exciting world of competitive robotics to…

New Walter and Gladys Hill Public School Vice-Principal…

Posted on Jul 2 2024

The Fort McMurray Public School Division (FMPSD) is pleased to announce that Matthew Shewchuk has accepted a Vice-Principalship at Walter and Gladys Hill Public School for the 2024/2025 school year.Matthew…

Wishing You a Wonderful Summer from FMPSD

Posted on Jun 27 2024

Dear FMPSD Family,As we approach the end of another academic year, we want to take a moment to extend our heartfelt wishes for a wonderful summer to all our staff, students, partners, and families. Your…

FMPSD Superintendent Annalee Nutter's Contract Extended…

Posted on Jun 24 2024

(Fort McMurray, AB - June 24th, 2024) The Fort McMurray Public School Division (FMPSD) is pleased to announce the extension of Superintendent Annalee Nutter’s contract by the Board of Trustees for an…