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Thomas Wickens

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Chemistry, Physics & Sports Medicine

Hello,

My name is Thomas Wickens, I have a Bachelors of Science, Honours Chemistry from the University of Waterloo, and a Bachelor of Education from the University of Western Ontario. I have taught abroad in the United Kingdom, and have experience working in Oil Sands providing technical services for water treatment.  I am so excited to be apart of the McTavish community, and to share my love of science with the students this year. My classroom is a safe place that will encourage students to ask questions, develop habits of a life learner, and find time for laughter and fun while we explore the many wonders of science.

In my spare time,  I stay active by playing hockey, ultimate frisbee, guitar, working out, and travelling to name a few.

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Division Notice

ATA Strike Commencing on Monday; School Closures Starting Oct 6th

As a result of the Alberta Teachers Association (ATA) rejecting a proposed deal from the Teachers’ Employer Bargaining Association (TEBA), all FMPSD schools will be closed to students starting Monday, October 6, 2025, unless a new agreement is reached or strike action is otherwise averted. Additionally, all yellow school bus routes will be suspended for the duration of the strike.

In light of the ongoing strike, all extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, and after-school programs, will be temporarily suspended.

As there is no definitive end date for the strike, FMPSD is unable to provide a timeline for when normal operations will resume. We will continue to provide timely updates as we receive them from the Ministry of Education and Child Care.

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