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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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FMPSD Student Joins Prestigious Minister of Education's Youth Council

Posted on: General News

(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 of Education's Youth Council. This prestigious opportunity places Nishka among an elite group of approximately 40 students from junior and senior high schools across Alberta. The council is known for its diverse members, encompassing a variety of interests, identities, backgrounds, and perspectives.

The Minister’s Youth Council (MYC) is a platform where students from different regions of Alberta come together to share their unique perspectives on various educational topics. Throughout the school year, council members attend three meetings, providing invaluable insights to shape the future of education in the province. The council’s term spans ten months, aligning with the academic calendar and ensuring student representatives balance their council responsibilities with their studies.

Please join us in congratulating Nishka Rai on this remarkable achievement. Her selection to the Minister's Youth Council highlights her accomplishments and shines a spotlight on the talent and potential within our school and community.

For additional information, contact:

Momin Syed                                                           
Communications Coordinator
Fort McMurray Public School Division
780-788-8009
communications@fmpsd.ab.ca