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Bully Awareness Week | November 18-23, 2024

Posted on: Nov 18 2024

This week is Alberta’s Bullying Awareness Week—a time to raise awareness about bullying and its effects. Our schools are committed to being safe, welcoming and inclusive environments. If your child…

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Help Shape Student Success at GPPSD

Posted on: Nov 4 2024

Your voice matters! We're gathering feedback from students, parents, staff, and our community partners to align our programs with the skills our students need to prepare for life after high school. Participate…

Winter Weather & School

Posted on: Oct 17 2024

Cold temperatures and winter conditions are returning to our region. As per Grande Prairie Public School's administrative procedure, schools remain open during regular school hours despite winter weather.…

Reporting Student Absences

Posted on: Sep 13 2024

SchoolMessenger allows our parents and guardians to report and schedule daily absences. Here are the three ways: Use the SchoolMessenger app on your smartphone or tablet https://go.schoolmessenger.ca/#/home.…

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SchoolMessenger: Stay Connected With Your School

Posted on: Sep 6 2024

We are using SchoolMessenger to improve communication with our parents and guardians. With SchoolMessenger, you will stay informed about school events, newsletters, your child's attendance, emergency…

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Back To School Information 2024-2025

Posted on: Aug 6 2024

We hope you have been enjoying your summer break! Here is important information to help your family prepare for another year full of success!   First Day of School  The first day of school for Kindergarten-Grade…

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Mental Health Week | May 6-8, 2024

Posted on: May 6 2024

Every year, the Canadian Mental Health Association dedicates a week in May to raise awareness of mental health issues. This year, Mental Health Week will run May 6-10, focusing on the healing power of…

Help Fill 1,500 Backpacks for September 2024: United…

Posted on: Apr 24 2024

Did you know many students in our city live below the poverty line and need help affording the necessary tools to start a successful school year? The United Way Alberta Northwest aims to remove this…

Alberta Education Assurance Parent Surveys

Posted on: Jan 30 2024

Attention families with children in Grade 10. You will receive an Alberta Education Assurance Survey in your mailbox. Your participation will have an impact on your child’s education by supporting local…