The Fort McMurray Public School Division (FMPSD) is pleased to announce that Matthew Shewchuk has accepted a Vice-Principalship at Walter and Gladys Hill Public School for the 2024/2025 school year.
Matthew was born and raised in Fort McMurray and attended school within the FMPSD, where he has proudly been an employee for the past 10 years. He holds a bachelor's degree in social studies and special education, a graduate certificate in school leadership from the University of Alberta, and a master of education from Memorial University of Newfoundland. He is continuing his studies as he pursues a doctor of education at Western University this fall.
Matthew has taught grades 2 through 12, primarily focusing on special education and physical education. He also served as a Coordinator for the division, focusing on APPLE schools, CAREERS School Engagement, and the new science curriculum. Additionally, Matthew was a curriculum developer with Keyano College and taught in the elementary education department at the University of Alberta.
He is excited to join the incredible staff and school community at Walter and Gladys Hill and continue to build on a school culture that promotes academic excellence, inclusivity, and holistic development. He looks forward to collaborating with parents, students, and staff to create a vibrant and dynamic educational experience at Walter and Gladys Hill.
Let us all take a moment to congratulate Matthew on his new position and wish him luck in the future.
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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.