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COVID-19 Updates for students, families and staff of Peace Wapiti Public School Division.

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COVID-19 Updates for students, families and staff of Peace Wapiti Public School Division.

Click or tap here for the latest COVID-19 information

New information about COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) is being shared on a regular basis

It is important to rely on accurate sources for information. We recommend that you use the Government of Alberta website for the most up-to-date information about COVID-19 and the actions being taken to protect the health of Albertans.

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COVID-19 UPDATE – Minister of Education cancels classes indefinitely

For more information, please read the announcement from The Honourable Adriana LaGrange, Minister of Education, that was shared with PWPSD staff, trustees, families and students on Sunday, March 15, 2020.

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Letter to parents from the Minister of Education, Education Continuity Plan

Parents, Please click or tap the Read More button to read two documents supplied by the Ministry of Education to Alberta's school authorities on Friday, March 20, 2020 at 2:35 p.m.

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PWPSD 2019-2022 Three-Year Education Plan and Annual Education Results Report

Read the full plan and results report, and the four-page summary document.

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Full funding confirmed for replacement Harry Balfour School

PWPSD welcomed Education Minister Adriana LaGrange to Central Office on March 9, 2020 for a brief meeting during her tour of northwestern Alberta, where she confirmed full construction funding for the replacement Harry Balfour School.

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Reading with Lexia – Learn @ Home with PWPSD

April 03, 2020

Lexia is an interactive online reading program that conducts a pre-assessment to establish...

PWPSD Board News – March 19, 2020

March 25, 2020

Read PWPSD Board News – a report from the Peace Wapiti Public School Division...

COVID-19 Update: Home learning plans launching today, Tuesday, March 24

March 24, 2020

Grande Prairie, AB – Peace Wapiti Public School Division (PWPSD) is committed to publishing...

Letter to parents from the Minister of Education, Education Continuity Plan

March 20, 2020

Parents,
Please read the two attached documents, supplied by the Ministry of Education to Alberta's school...

Ministry of Education announces plan for continuing student learning

March 20, 2020

Grande Prairie, AB – Peace Wapiti Public School Division (PWPSD) is sharing the...

Dear Parents and Guardians – A statement of clarity regarding yesterday’s media release.

March 19, 2020

Near the end of yesterday's media release , we stated that, "Schools will...

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Apr

Good Friday - No school. PWPSD offices and shops closed.

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Good Friday - No school. PWPSD offices and shops closed.

Apr 10, 2020

All Day

Apr

Easter Monday - No school. PWPSD offices and shops closed.

All Day

Easter Monday - No school. PWPSD offices and shops closed.

Apr 13, 2020

All Day

Apr

Easter Break - no school

All Day

Easter Break - no school

Apr 14, 2020 - Apr 17, 2020

All Day

Classes resume Monday, April 20.

Apr

National Volunteer Week - April 19-25, 2020

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National Volunteer Week - April 19-25, 2020

Apr 20, 2020

All Day

National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to celebrate the vibrancy and impact of volunteerism in your community and across our country. http://volunteeralberta.ab.ca/programs_services_resources/people/national-volunteer-week1/

Apr

Administrators Meeting

10:30 AM- 4:30 PM

Administrators Meeting

Apr 21, 2020

10:30 AM - 04:30 PM

PWPSD Central Office, 8611A - 108 Street, Grande Prairie

2020 will mark Earth Day’s 50th Anniversary. https://www.earthday.org/earthday/countdown-to-2020

Apr

Administrative Professionals' Day

All Day

Administrative Professionals' Day

PWPSD Central Office, 8611A - 108 Street, Grande Prairie

May

School Principals' Day

All Day

School Principals' Day

May 01, 2020

All Day

May

School Bus Driver Appreciation Day

All Day

School Bus Driver Appreciation Day

May 04, 2020

All Day

The first Monday in May is set aside annually as School Bus Driver Appreciation Day. PWPSD students, parents, staff and the Board recognize the important function that school bus drivers serve in safely transporting children to and from school.

May

Hats on! For Mental Health Day

All Day

Hats on! For Mental Health Day

May 06, 2020

All Day

On the first Wednesday in May, Albertans are invited to wear a hat to raise awareness of the importance of good mental health. Participating schools will relax their hat rules and encourage students and teachers to build understanding by wearing hats to school. Students will also participate in a coordinated lesson on understanding mental health and the importance of removing the stigma associated with mental illnesses.

Dave Bleile Track Meet

All Day

Dave Bleile Track Meet

May 13, 2020

All Day

Legion Field, Grande Prairie

Rain Date: Tuesday, May 19. More details will be posted as event plans are developed.

May

Victoria Day - No school. PWPSD offices and shops closed.

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Victoria Day - No school. PWPSD offices and shops closed.

May 18, 2020

All Day

May

Rural Tour the Trades - Spirit River and area

8:45 AM- 3:15 PM

Rural Tour the Trades - Spirit River and area

May 20, 2020

08:45 AM - 03:15 PM

TBA

Schedule to be announced. Attendance is capped at six students per school division.

May

Administrators Meeting

10:30 AM- 4:30 PM

Administrators Meeting

May 26, 2020

10:30 AM - 04:30 PM

PWPSD Central Office, 8611A - 108 Street, Grande Prairie

PWPSD Central Office, 8611A - 108 Street, Grande Prairie

May

PSBAA's Spring General Assembly

All Day

PSBAA's Spring General Assembly

May 29, 2020 - May 31, 2020

All Day

Cambridge Red Deer Hotel, 3310 - 50 Avenue, Red Deer, AB

PSBAA is in the process of planning this event. Here is a brief overview: Friday, May 29, 2020 • Governance Seminar with TBD • PSBAA Special Recognition Awards banquet dinner Saturday, May 30, 2020 • Choices "R" Us Showcase Sessions • Plated dinner with keynote speaker Tom Gentzel, NSBA President (TBC) Sunday, May 31, 2020 • Choices "R" Us Showcase Session • Choices "R" Us: Summing it up with Conference Moderator Sandra Woitas • President Cathy Hogg: Closing comments at 11:30 a.m. Please note: The PSBAA Room Block is full but you can ask to be added to the hotel's waiting list for a room. Online registration will open soon!

At participating schools

At participating schools

PWPSD Central Office, 8611A - 108 Street, Grande Prairie

National Indigenous Peoples Day

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National Indigenous Peoples Day

Jun 21, 2020

All Day

On June 21, celebrate the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1100100013248/1534872397533

Jun

PATs: Grades 6 and 9 English Language Arts

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PATs: Grades 6 and 9 English Language Arts

Jun 22, 2020

All Day

At participating schools

Jun

PAT: Grade 6 and 9 Math

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PAT: Grade 6 and 9 Math

Jun 23, 2020

All Day

At participating schools

Jun

PATs: Grades 6 and 9 Science

All Day

PATs: Grades 6 and 9 Science

Jun 24, 2020

All Day

At participating schools

Jun

PATs: Grades 6 and 9 Social Studies

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PATs: Grades 6 and 9 Social Studies

Jun 25, 2020

All Day

At participating schools

Jun

Last day of classes for staff and students

All Day

Last day of classes for staff and students

Jun 26, 2020

All Day

Have a safe and enjoyable summer! Classes resume on Tuesday, September 1, 2020.

PWPSD offices and shops are closed.

Sep

Labour Day. No school. PWPSD offices and shops will be closed.

All Day

Labour Day. No school. PWPSD offices and shops will be closed.

Sep 07, 2020

All Day

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PWPSD 4/3/2020 3:49:39 PM

Reading with Lexia – Currently, more than 2,000 PWPSD students are registered to use Lexia during the indefinite cancellation of in-school classes. Here's Grade 2 student Madison using Lexia at home. #LearnAtHome with @PWPSD #ABLearningAtHome pwsd76.ab.ca/Pages/newsitem… pic.twitter.com/QoeJvpITyG

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PWPSD 4/1/2020 6:30:00 AM

Mark your April calendars. The established @PWPSD 2019-2020 School Year Calendar will continue as planned during the indefinite cancellation of classes. Staff and students will continue to observe all non-operational days and holidays. pic.twitter.com/ML0t3JNaSk

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PWPSD 3/27/2020 3:48:44 PM

During the indefinite cancellation of classes, @PWPSD is continuing to seek applications for school #principal & asst. principal job openings for the upcoming school year. Apply at pwpsd.ca/employment. Current opening: ➡️ Assistant Principal: Clairmont ##Jobs@@CountyofGPhpic.twitter.com/kEFo6uWRJZ

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PWPSD 3/27/2020 9:40:36 AM

ICYMI: With full funding confirmed for a replacement Harry Balfour School, the @PWPSD Board identified a replacement Peace Wapiti Academy as their top priority in their 2021-2024 Capital Plan at the March 19th Board mtg, for submission to @AlbertaEd by April 1. @AdrianaLaGrange twitter.com/GPHeraldTribun…

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PWPSD 3/26/2020 11:37:36 AM

Eaglesham School bus drivers are out and about this morning, dropping learning packages and students' personal belongings in driveways. #AlbertaCares #BetterTogether @BirchHillsAb pic.twitter.com/oZTlLZddK5

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