Inclement Weather

Students must come to school each day dressed appropriately for the weather, especially in winter. Students are responsible for keeping track of their personal belongings.

When the temperature is -24C (windchill included) or colder, students will be supervised indoors. This includes morning supervision between 7:45-8:00 a.m. The Weather Network - Thickwood Heights will be used as a reference.

When outdoor air conditions are not safe, students will be supervised indoors as well. Environment Canada's Air Quality Index for Fort McMurray will be used as a reference. Students will be kept inside when outdoor air quality is rated at 7 or higher. 

Division Notice

ATA Strike Commencing on Monday; School Closures Starting Oct 6th

As a result of the Alberta Teachers Association (ATA) rejecting a proposed deal from the Teachers’ Employer Bargaining Association (TEBA), all FMPSD schools will be closed to students starting Monday, October 6, 2025, unless a new agreement is reached or strike action is otherwise averted. Additionally, all yellow school bus routes will be suspended for the duration of the strike.

In light of the ongoing strike, all extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, and after-school programs, will be temporarily suspended.

As there is no definitive end date for the strike, FMPSD is unable to provide a timeline for when normal operations will resume. We will continue to provide timely updates as we receive them from the Ministry of Education and Child Care.

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