We recognize that it is important for parents/guardians to stay informed on curriculum updates. On December 13, 2021, Alberta Education announced significant steps to address feedback from parents, teachers…
Posted on: Jan 18, 2022
Alberta Education Curriculum Update

*NEW* AbEd E-Tutoring Hub
Alberta Education's new e-Tutoring Hub is now online. This website has been created to help students in grades 4-9 catch up on important skills and learning they may have fallen behind on due to the pandemic.…
Posted on: Jan 13, 2022
Board Meeting: January 13, 2022
The Westwind School Division Board of Trustees will hold their regularly scheduled board meeting Thursday, January 13, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. The agenda for this meeting is available HERE. This meeting will…
Posted on: Jan 12, 2022
Division Calendar Update
Due to the extended winter break that pushed the return to classes to January 10, the Westwind School Division Board of Trustees has determined that January 28, 2022, which was previously calendered…
Posted on: Jan 11, 2022
UPDATE: Return to In-Person Learning January 10, 2022
Earlier this week, Education Minister LaGrange confirmed that on Monday, January 10, 2022, ECS-12 students will return to in-person learning to support their overall wellbeing. WWSD has spent this weekend…
Posted on: Jan 8, 2022
AHS School Immunization Update 2022
Please CLICK HERE to read an important letter from Alberta Health Services (AHS) about the PublicHealth School Routine Immunization program. PLEASE NOTE: Routine immunization does NOT include COVID-19....
Posted on: Jan 4, 2022
Holiday Hours: Division Office
Please note the Division offices will be closed from December 24, 2021 - January 3, 2022. Regular office hours will resume on January 4, 2022....
Posted on: Dec 16, 2021
Staff/Students and International Travel
As you make your Christmas plans, please continue to be aware of international travel requirements, as situations may change quickly over the holiday season. Pre-entry testing requirements for fully vaccinated…
Posted on: Dec 16, 2021
Update: Westwind Approved for REP Program
Earlier this week, the Alberta government granted Westwind School Division permission to implement the Restrictions Exemption Program (REP) for extracurricular activities only in our schools, specifically,…
Posted on: Dec 9, 2021
Personal Finance Course for all 2022 Graduates
We know financial literacy is a critical life skill for our students. With the impacts our economy has had over the last two years, understanding the basics around money management has never been more…
Posted on: Dec 3, 2021
Board Meeting: November 30
The Westwind School Division Board of Trustees will meet Tuesday, November 30, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. for their regularly scheduled board meeting. The agenda for this meeting as well as the recording and…
Posted on: Nov 29, 2021
Vaccine Information for Parents
We have been asked to share the following information with our families: Health Canada has approved Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5-11. The Canadian Pediatric Society is recommending that…
Posted on: Nov 25, 2021
Student 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: Nov 24, 2021
Dual Credit Opportunities
Did you know that high school students can get a jump start on their post-secondary education by earning college credit while still in high school? Students can take “dual credit courses” as part…
Posted on: Nov 19, 2021
Draft Curriculum Update
Since the draft K-6 Curriculum release 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.…
Posted on: Nov 18, 2021
AHS Resuming Routine In-School Immunization
Please read THIS LETTER from AHS regarding routine in-school immunizations. ...
Posted on: Nov 1, 2021
Trustee Election Results
Westwind School Division is pleased to announce the School Board Trustee unofficial election results and welcome two new Cardston trustees to the board this term. Electoral Ward 1 Mountain…
Posted on: Oct 18, 2021
Updated Parents' Guide to the 2021-22 School Year
Parents - please take a few moments to review this updated information from Alberta Education. PARENTS’ GUIDE 2021–22 SCHOOL YEAR For more information please visit the COVID-19 section of our website. …
Posted on: Oct 18, 2021
2021 School Board Trustee Nominations
View the official nomination list for the 2021 Board of Trustee Elections. Elections will take place on Monday, October 18, 2021. Ward or Electoral Division Number (VIEW MAP) Number of Vacancies Candidates…
Posted on: Oct 14, 2021
Mike Cahoon Named Transportation Supervisor
Westwind School Division is pleased to announce that Mike Cahoon has been appointed to the position of Transportation Supervisor. Mike will be joining the Westwind Transportation department from Livingstone…
Posted on: Oct 12, 2021