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Westwind School Division is excited to announce that we will now be offering summer school options for students in grades 10-12. If you're looking to earn high school credits through the summer, free…

Alberta Education has requested that we share the following letter from Dr. Hinshaw with parents/guardians to address questions about COVID-19 vaccines.  CLICK HERE TO READ  ...

Today's Nunn Talks podcast episode showcases the unique agriculture-based learning happening at Mountain View School that supports and sustains the agriculture lifestyle that is the bedrock of the surrounding…

We remind parents/guardians of students and any staff/visitors/volunteers to monitor for any signs or symptoms of COVID-19. As a reminder, if you/your child has any of the symptoms of illness listed on…

In the latest episode of Nunn Talks, Mr. Nunn welcomes three Westwind Principals to the podcast; Julie Gilson, Principal of Magrath Elementary School, Jared Heggie, Principal of Raymond Junior High…

Once a week, the Lethbridge Herald publishes a column written by a superintendent of one of five school jurisdictions in the Lethbridge area. This week’s column is authored by Mr. Darren Mazutinec,…

We invite all parents of students currently in grade 9-11 to participate in a dual-credit online orientation hosted by Lethbridge College on May 12, 2021, from 6:30 - 7:00 p.m. Students must register…

Dear Westwind Families, On May 4, the Alberta government announced that Kindergarten to Grade 12 students across the province will temporarily shift to at-home learning beginning May 7, with a return…

It's Mental Health Week! A focus on positive mental health for students, families, schools and communities contributes to building welcoming, caring, respectful and safe learning environments that recognize…

Since the release of the Draft K-6 Curriculum on March 29, 2021, Westwind School Division has worked with Principals and teachers to carefully consider and review the various elements of the draft curriculum…

If your child turns three years of age by December 31, 2021, and you have questions or concerns about his/her development, you can participate in a screening for eligibility to the three-year-old PUF…

Over the past few weeks, we have received questions from our education partners about whether or not Westwind School Division will pilot Alberta Education’s draft kindergarten to Grade 6 curriculum…

It's time for Kindergarten registration! Kindergarten is one of the most exciting times in a child's life, and we look forward to welcoming your child into our programs. Westwind offers programs in each…

Have you ever considered how “micro-moments” of connection can change someone’s life and their ability to be resilient in a challenge? Research is proving that “high-quality connections” are…

Once a week, the Lethbridge Herald publishes a column written by a superintendent of one of five school jurisdictions in the Lethbridge area. This week’s column is authored by our Westwind superintendent,…

Introducing the #TeamWestwind 2020/2021 Edwin Parr Award Nominee! We are pleased to announce that Westwind School Division has selected Juliann Sommerfeldt as our 2020/2021 Edwin Parr Award nominee. Juliann…

Our education system must know what is working well and where there is room for improvement. The results of our Assurance Survey give everyone important information and evidence about the quality of your…

Please click below to watch an update from Superintendent Darren Mazutinec about COVID-19 in Westwind. ...

The Board of Trustees has approved the 2021/2022 Division Calendar.  It is available HERE or through the Westwind App (available in the app store). You may also subscribe to the division calendar through…

We have identified multiple cases of COVID-19 in our Cardston schools this week.  AHS has informed us that at least one of these positive cases connected to Cardston Junior High School has been identified…