News

2024

Media Release: Update on Disputes Inquiry Board Recommendations

Posted on: Oct 16 2024

(Fort McMurray, AB - Oct. 16th, 2024) The Fort McMurray Public School Division (FMPSD) remains resolute in our commitment to engage with CUPE Local 2545 and address the unresolved items in our negotiations.The…

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…

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…

WW's 2024-25 Student Council Executives!

Posted on: Sep 3 2024

Westwood is proud to introduce the Executives who will serve on your Student Council this year!   For more information about Student Council contact Mr Bowie or attend a general meeting.  

Course Change Information

Posted on: Aug 27 2024

Schedules will be accessible on PowerSchool starting Wednesday, August 28th.  Students must email to request schedule changes.  If you wish to request a schedule change, please email us. Grades 11…

Welcome to the 2024-25 School Year!

Posted on: Aug 27 2024

We are excited to have you join us. If you are new to our school, feel free to come by and tour or to choose your locker early. Returning students can also select a locker or wait until September 4th. …

FMPSD Student Joins Prestigious Minister of Education's…

Posted on: Aug 20 2024

(Fort McMurray, AB - August 20th, 2024) FMPSD is thrilled to announce that Nishka Rai, a Grade 12 student at Westwood Community High School, has been selected to represent Fort McMurray on the Minister…

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…

Grade 7 Orientation

Posted on: Aug 7 2024

Grade 7 students are invited to a special Orientation Day on September 3! This day is specially designed for our Grade 7's and will give you a chance to find out all the information you will need to start…