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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 Students Shine at the 2025 Canada-Wide Science Fair

Posted on: General News

(Fort McMurray, AB - June 11th, 2025) From May 31 through June 7, 2025, four talented students from Fort McMurray Public School Division (FMPSD) made waves at the Canada Wide Science Fair in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Representing Westwood Community High School, these young innovators showcased their exceptional projects and brought home remarkable achievements that highlighted their dedication to scientific excellence.

Qualifying for the national stage after earning the title of Grand Champions at the Wood Buffalo Regional Science Fair earlier this year, Priyal Patel, Nishka Rai, Riley Saha Halder, and Aarya Patel proved once again that hard work and determination lead to incredible success.

Here’s a snapshot of their outstanding achievements: 

  • Excellence Award - Bronze (Intermediate) 
    • Priyal Patel
  • Excellence Award - Bronze (Senior) 
    • Nishka Rai
  • Excellence Award - Silver (Intermediate) 
    • Riley Saha Halder

The achievements of the FMPSD students extended far beyond medals, as universities recognized their talents with entrance scholarships that open even more doors to success. 

  • Mount Allison University Entrance Scholarship: 
    • Riley Saha Halder, Priyal Patel, Nishka Rai
  • University of Ottawa Entrance Scholarship: 
    • Nishka Rai
  • Western University Entrance Scholarship: 
    • Riley Saha Halder, Priyal Patel, Nishka Rai
  • Shad Canada Scholarship Awards: 
    • Aarya Patel, Priyal Patel

For these students, the Canada-Wide Science Fair was more than an opportunity to display their academic prowess; it was a platform to engage with like-minded peers from across the country, to learn, inspire, and aim for even greater heights.

This success is a reflection of the incredible talent nurtured at Westwood Community High School and the support provided by FMPSD. The Division continues its unwavering commitment to fostering curiosity and innovation, enabling students to explore new horizons and achieve their dreams.

Congratulations to Priyal Patel, Nishka Rai, Riley Saha Halder, and Aarya Patel for their remarkable achievements at the Canada-Wide Science Fair.

For additional information, contact:

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