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The provincial government has announced updated restrictions as we continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic and declared a state of public health emergency in Alberta. To see the entire update, please…

On September 3, 2021, Dr. Hinshaw announced further actions to reduce transmission and prevent the healthcare system from being overwhelmed.  In response to this announcement and based on our commitment…

NOTICE OF NOMINATION DAY Local Authorities Election Act (Section 26) Local Jurisdiction:  Westwind School Division, Province of Alberta Notice is hereby given that Nomination Day is September 20, 2021,…

Earlier this year, the federal government announced September 30 as a day to reflect on truth and reconciliation and the impact residential schools had on Indigenous people and Canada as a whole.  In…

Dear Parents/Guardians, In recognition of our longstanding partnership with Alberta Health Services, please be advised that the AHS COVID-19 School Immunization Program has now launched across Alberta.…

The Westwind School Division Board of Trustees has called a special board meeting for Thursday, September 2, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. The agenda for this meeting is available on our website and this meeting…

We are receiving questions this morning about staff and students returning to school following international travel. PLEASE NOTE: Unvaccinated staff and students, including those under the age of 12,…

As part of our welcome back professional development week for teachers, Westwind School Division hosted a First Nations, Metis, and Inuit Foundational Knowledge Day focused on our local community and…

Earlier today, in a press conference Education Minister LaGrange & Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Hinshaw, shared details about Alberta’s return to school plan for fall and released an updated…

Municipal and School Board elections occur every four years on the third Monday in October. The next election will be held on October 18, 2021. The nomination period for the 2021 municipal and school…

After nearly three years of dedicated effort by current and former Cardston High School Blackfoot students and their teacher Kara Baldwin, phase one of the Riverside Healing Garden and monument was unveiled…

June 21 is the national 25th anniversary of celebrating the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. Please take some time to learn more about…

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…