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Today marks the start of a succession of high school graduation ceremonies throughout Peace Wapiti Public School Division (PWPSD). All events will adhere to the current public health protocols.
On Friday, May 28, Sexsmith Secondary School will send off 73 graduates during a Rustic with Glitter and Gold-themed cap and gown ceremony in the school parking lot. Graduates will receive their diplomas by individual appointments during 9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Ridgevalley School will host a drive-in cap and gown ceremony and grand march for nine graduates at the school beginning at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 29. Graduates chose a Red Carpet theme. In keeping with the current guidelines for gatherings, the event is by invitation only.
by Emanuel Sequeira, KIJHL Director of Communications The Kootenay International Junior Hockey League has selected 13 student-athletes and one game official who competed during the 2020-21 season to receive league bursaries, including three from the Neil Murdoch Division. Each bursary is valued at $1,000 and will be applied towards post secondary studies.
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Peace Wapiti Public School Division made it unanimous amongst local school divisions not to pilot the new Alberta K-6 curriculum in the coming 2021-22 school year.
“The basis of our decision is timing,” says PWPSD Superintendent Bob Stewart. “Our school staff and classroom experts are currently engaged in one of the most challenging years in education in recent history. We believe that mandating the pilot, or offering it as an option, whether whole or in part, is not in the best interest of staff wellness.”
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Publishing date: Apr 06, 2021 • 57 minutes ago • 1 minute read • Peace Wapiti Academy in Grande Prairie,on March 31, 2020. There were a dozen confirmed COVID-19 cases at six public schools in the Peace Wapiti Public School Division over the Easter break, including two cases at PWA. Photo by PETER SHOKEIR/DAILY HERALD-TRIBUNE
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Peace Wapiti Public School Division (PWPSD) has prepared a summary report of COVID-19 cases reported in schools over the Easter long weekend. The affected schools sent letters to their families immediately following notification of each positive case.
Out of respect for the individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19, and in accordance with Alberta Health Services guidelines, no further information will be shared about the cases. The affected schools have been disinfected. AHS is expected to provide all close contacts with further direction on testing and isolation instr
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