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, 2023CES Lessons in Empathy: Healing Backpacks
WWSD 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, 2023Bullying Awareness Week + Virtual Event
This November 20-24, Westwind School Division is marking the start of Bullying Awareness & Prevention Week, which focuses on promoting awareness and understanding of bullying and its impacts. This year's…
Posted on: Nov 20, 2023Chris Koch's "If I Can…" Message to Westwind Students
This week, #TeamWestwind students had some pretty incredible opportunities to hear from Chris Koch, an inspirational motivational speaker and Southern Alberta local. An avid traveller, marathoner, and…
Posted on: Nov 8, 2023School Psychology Week is November 6-10
This week is National School Psychology Week, and we at Westwind School Division are joining in the celebration and recognizing our outstanding division psychologists, Conrad Bohme and Lana Caldwell! Their…
Posted on: Nov 7, 2023Nate Webb: Bullies Be Gone Parent Resources
UPDATED: October 18, 2023. Please see below for resources from Nate Webb's recent parent session! Several years ago, we had the privilege of hosting Collin Kartchner, the founder of Save The Kids Foundation,…
Posted on: Oct 18, 2023Proudly Announcing Our New Motto: "Students First, Inspiring Excellence"
Cardston, Alberta – Building on the momentum of unveiling an updated set of core values earlier this year, the Westwind School Division Board of Trustees is excited to unveil the division's new motto:…
Posted on: Oct 2, 2023National Day for Truth & Reconciliation
In 2021, the federal government declared September 30 the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, coinciding with Orange Shirt Day. This overlap is no accident—both occasions serve as crucial education…
Posted on: Sep 25, 2023Your Voice Matters: Contribute to Alberta’s K-6 Social Studies Curriculum Revamp
Alberta Education is revamping the K-6 Social Studies curriculum and inviting YOU as parents/guardians to participate in the process. Read the letter to parents from the Minister of Education. Until October…
Posted on: Sep 19, 2023Student Insurance Coverage
Did you know that Westwind School Division has a school premises insurance policy that covers your child during school hours and on school activities? There are also policies available if you want to…
Posted on: Sep 18, 2023Donna Branch: A Legacy of Coaching Excellence
As we celebrate National Coaches Week, we are thrilled to spotlight an extraordinary coach within #TeamWestwind: Donna Branch. Her commitment to excellence, both on and off the court, has shaped champions…
Posted on: Sep 17, 2023Meet Dr. Demetrios Nicolaides: Alberta's New Minister of Education
As we welcome a new academic year filled with fresh beginnings and opportunities, we also extend warm welcomes to our new Minister of Education, The Honourable Demetrios Nicolaides, PhD, ECA. Get to…
Posted on: Sep 11, 2023Proudly Announcing Our New Motto: "Students First, Inspiring Excellence"
Cardston, Alberta – Building on the momentum of unveiling an updated set of core values earlier this year, the Westwind School Division Board of Trustees is excited to unveil the division's new motto:…
Posted on: Sep 5, 2023Welcome Back!
Today's the big day we've all been waiting for—THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL! We can't wait to see those first-day-of-school photos and our #TeamWestwind kids back in the classroom, making new friends and…
Posted on: Sep 5, 2023School Bus Registration
Reminder - Time to Register Your Students for Bussing in the 23/24 School Year! Did you know that Westwind provides bus transportation to those who live beyond 2.4 km* from their designated school? If…
Posted on: Aug 14, 2023Celebrating Excellence with Team Westwind
We are thrilled to announce the top diploma grade winners from the 2022/2023 school year! These remarkable students have achieved the highest diploma scores across the entire Westwind School Division.…
Posted on: Aug 9, 2023