Alberta Education released the new draft of the K-6 Social Studies curriculum this week and is asking for public engagement and feedback. Parents - please take this opportunity to provide input on Alberta.ca before March…
Posted on: Mar 15, 2024Have your Say on New Draft Social Studies Curriculum
2024-25 Board Approved Division Calendar
The Board of Trustees has now approved the 2024/2025 Division Calendar. Each year, Westwind School Division seeks to develop a school year calendar that meets Alberta Education's requirements while serving…
Posted on: Mar 12, 2024Cybersense Parenting: Understanding Snapchat
We're continuing our WWSD CyberSense Parenting campaign to help parents understand different social media platforms and help you grasp what your teens are experiencing online. This month, we're delving…
Posted on: Mar 5, 2024Pink Shirt Day
Celebrate Pink Shirt Day with us at Westwind School Division! Every year, on the last Wednesday of February, we wear pink shirts to unite against bullying and champion kindness, acceptance, and inclusivity…
Posted on: Feb 27, 2024*NEW* WWSD Mobile App
UPDATE: Android users on version 11 or higher may be experiencing issues downloading the app. We are working on a fix! We are excited to announce the launch of our new and improved division app, SchoolGuide,…
Posted on: Feb 26, 2024CyberSense Parenting: TikTok
We're continuing our WWSD CyberSense Parenting campaign to help parents understand different social media platforms and help you grasp what your teens are experiencing online. This month, we're delving…
Posted on: Feb 1, 2024Winners: 2024 Mini Masterpieces Art Challenge
Exciting News from the 2024 Mini Masterpieces Art Challenge! The curtains have closed on this year's challenge, and we are thrilled to announce the winners in each category, along with some samples of…
Posted on: Feb 1, 2024Alberta Education Assurance Survey
If you have students in grades 4, 7, or 10, it's time to check your mailbox for the Alberta Education Assurance Survey! The Alberta Education Assurance (AEA) Survey is an important tool for enhancing…
Posted on: Jan 23, 2024Bell, Let's Talk Day 2024
Bell, Let's Talk Day on January 24, 2024, is an exciting opportunity for #TeamWestwind to participate in the national conversation about mental health. This year, the focus is on creating real, lasting…
Posted on: Jan 22, 2024Raise a Reader: Video Series
At Westwind, we deeply value literacy and are committed to giving our kids every opportunity to succeed. We know that a cornerstone of this success is a strong partnership with parents!Our#RaiseAReader…
Posted on: Jan 22, 2024Schools Open JAN 15-19; No Buses Monday
As we brace ourselves for the ongoing cold snap, we want to keep you informed about its impact on our schools in the coming days. We hope you recognize that there are many complexities that come…
Posted on: Jan 14, 2024PowerSchool Update & Troubleshooting
We've upgraded PowerSchool with a new Single Sign-On feature to simplify your experience. ...
Posted on: Jan 8, 2024Happy Holidays! See you in 2024
We look forward to welcoming students back to class on January 8, 2024. Please note that WWSD Central Office will be closed from December 25 until January 2. ...
Posted on: Dec 22, 2023Divison Podcast: Literacy in the Home
In this episode, #TeamWestwind teacher and literacy expert Amanda Shaw highlights the critical role of the home environment and parent-child interactions in literacy development and offers valuable advice…
Posted on: Dec 20, 2023Concussion Awareness and Resources
Experts recognize concussions as "invisible" injuries which disrupt the brain's normal physiology and can affect mental stamina and function, causing the brain to work longer and harder to complete even…
Posted on: Dec 18, 2023CES Lessons in Empathy: Healing Backpacks
At Cardston Elementary School, Grade 5 students are expanding their learning by thinking outside of their classroom walls and engaging in meaningful projects to show compassion for their fellow students.…
Posted on: Dec 18, 2023WWSD CyberSense Parenting Campaign
Today, we're launching the "WWSD CyberSense Parenting" information campaign, an initiative designed to empower you, our parents, with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate your children's social…
Posted on: Dec 13, 2023WAS Ski Course (2 Credits)
Westwind Alternate School is offering a snowboard/ski course for two credits, and it's open to all Westwind School Division students in grades 9-12! Don't wait: the deadline to register is Monday, December…
Posted on: Dec 5, 2023Mini Masterpieces Art Contest
Westwind School Division is launching its 'Full STEAM Ahead' initiative is designed to highlight and celebrate the talent of our students in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) through…
Posted on: Nov 28, 2023Starlink Pilot Program for #TeamWestwind Families
Exciting news for #TeamWestwind families living in rural or remote areas in Cardston County or the County of Warner. Alberta's government is rolling out a pilot program to boost high-speed internet access…
Posted on: Nov 21, 2023