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2023

FMPSD's Dene Hand Games Promotes Cultural Diversity…

Posted on Nov. 27, 2023

(Fort McMurray, AB - November 17th, 2023) Fort McMurray Public School Division (FMPSD) Dene Hand Games events have become a staple in the region's calendar. These festive…

FMPSD's 2023 Career Fair

Posted on Nov. 3, 2023

(Fort McMurray, AB - November 3rd, 2023) Fort McMurray Public School Division (FMPSD) recently hosted its first Career Fair in a long time, which saw the attendance of over…

FMPSD Staff and Students Recognized at 2023 Buffy…

Posted on Oct. 24, 2023

(Fort McMurray, AB - October 24th, 2023) The Art Council of Wood Buffalo's 2023 Buffy Awards, which recognize outstanding achievement in the arts, took place over the weekend…

FMPSD Giving Back: Advocate 2 Educate

Posted on Oct. 20, 2023

Please introduce yourselves.“Hi, my name is Niti Patel, and together with Soham Arvikar and Aska Undhad, we are all Grade 12 Westwood Community High School Students and…

FMPSD Celebrates Annual Partners in Education Night

Posted on Oct. 13, 2023

(Fort McMurray, AB - October 13th, 2023) The Fort McMurray Public School Division (FMPSD)  hosted its eighth annual Partners in Education event last night, which celebrated…

Welcoming New Teachers: FMPSD's Support and Orientation…

Posted on Oct. 5, 2023

(Fort McMurray, AB - October 5th, 2023) New teachers are the essence of innovation and creativity in education; they bring fresh perspectives and energy, and their passion…

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Posted on Sep. 30, 2023

(Fort McMurray, AB - September 30th, 2023) The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is of tremendous importance and significance in Canada. It is a day when the country…

Board of Trustee Meeting

Posted on Sep. 25, 2023

FMPSD Students Immerse Themselves in Indigenous Culture…

Posted on Sep. 22, 2023

(Fort McMurray, AB - September 22nd, 2023) Fort McMurray Public School Division (FMPSD) grade 5 students recently embarked on a thrilling and immersive journey to attend…

FMPSD and FMCSD Joint Statement on Protests

Posted on Sep. 20, 2023

(Fort McMurray, AB, September 20, 2023) Fort McMurray Catholic School Division (FMCSD) and Fort McMurray Public School Division (FMPSD) continue demonstrating their unwavering…

FMPSD Students Glimpse the Future of Trades at the…

Posted on Sep. 18, 2023

(Fort McMurray, AB - September 18th, 2023) FMPSD students were thrilled to attend the Oil Sands Trade Show and explore the exciting career opportunities offered by the industry.…

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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