Thank you to everyone who bought 50/50 raffle tickets! Our jackpot was $7,510!!! The lucky winner is Joan Anderson! Congratulations!
2 months ago, Alcoma School
winner 50/50
Reminder: PJ Day is tomorrow, Dec 16th!
2 months ago, Alcoma School
PJ Day
⏰ Only 8 hours left! Get your Alcoma 50/50 raffle tickets before the sales close TONIGHT at 11:59 PM (Dec 15). 🎟️ Current Jackpot: $7,250 — winner takes half! 🎉 Draw happens Dec 16 👉 https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/alcoma2025
2 months ago, Alcoma School
raffle 50/50

Join us for Alcoma Schools Christmas Concert called "Star Bucks" on Wednesday, December 17th. Doors open 5:30 pm and the play will start at 6:00 pm. Everyone is welcome to watch! Hot beverages and desserts to follow after the concert.

3 months ago, Alcoma School
2025 Star Bucks Christmas Poster
Reminder! Photo retakes are tomorrow, December 9th!
3 months ago, Danielle Graham
Alcoma REtake photos
Tuesday, November 25th is Picture Day! Individual and class photos.
3 months ago, Alcoma School
PictureDay
Tomorrow, November 20th, Taco Hot Lunch! $2 per student. Tacos, fruit salad and a juice box.
3 months ago, Alcoma School
Taco Thursday
Alcoma School Winter 50/50 Cash Raffle Fundraiser has begun! This raffle will be done
online for a chance to win half of the cash jackpot that is raised! The jackpot is currently at $530.
The raffle ends December 15th, 2025 and the draw will take place on December 16th, 2025. Good luck!
3 months ago, Alcoma School
raffle box 5050 2025
Pop Up Hot Lunch - Nov 5th
4 months ago, Alcoma School
Pop Up Hot Lunch

The Alberta Winter Games are just around the corner, taking place February 13-16, 2026 in Lakeland County!

Alberta Winter Games Volleyball tryouts are coming soon. Check out what zone you live in and find more details here:

https://www.volleyballalberta.ca/indoor-volleyball/ab-winter-games/

#AlbertaWinterGames

4 months ago, Grasslands Public Schools
ZONE 1
Zones
The provincial Parent Payment Portal is now open for eligible families. For details, eligibility, and how to apply, please visit our Labour Relations Page: https://www.grasslands.ab.ca/page/labour-relations
4 months ago, Grasslands Public Schools

The Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA) and the Government of Alberta have announced they will resume bargaining on October 14th.

Please note that the strike remains in effect, and all Grasslands schools are temporarily closed until further notice. There will be no in-person or online classes, and no supervision or extracurricular activities at this time.

We remain hopeful that both parties will soon reach an agreement.

Read the full update on our website: https://www.grasslands.ab.ca/page/labour-relations

Thank you for your continued patience and understanding.

5 months ago, Rayne Makin
Oct 8 (1)
Please see the following letter from the Minister of Education regarding the release of a range of supports—from learning resources to financial supports to family programming. These are designed to help families navigate the challenges they are currently facing.

5 months ago, Grasslands Public Schools
Oct 8

We wish all of our Grasslands families a safe and restful Thanksgiving long weekend!

5 months ago, Grasslands Public Schools
As members of the Alberta Teachers' Association begin job action on Monday, October 6, all Grasslands Public Schools will be closed. This includes the cancellation of all classes, supervision, and extracurricular activities.

We understand this is a challenging time for families, and we’re committed to keeping you informed.

For the latest updates, FAQs, and all official communications, please visit our Labour Relations page: https://www.grasslands.ab.ca/page/labour-relations

Thank you for your continued support and understanding. We look forward to welcoming our students and staff back as soon as possible.
5 months ago, Grasslands Public Schools
Oct 6
We know many of you have questions about the potential teacher strike. The Alberta Teachers' Association has voted to reject the proposed agreement, which means strike action could begin as early as Monday, October 6th if an agreement isn’t reached.

We’ve shared an update on our website, along with a FAQ section to help answer many of the questions you might have.

Visit: https://www.grasslands.ab.ca/page/labour-relations

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work through this together. We’ll continue to keep you updated every step of the way.
5 months ago, Grasslands Public Schools
Oct 1

Wear Orange on September 30th: A reminder to wear orange on September 30th in honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Wearing orange is a way to show support, raise awareness, and remember that Every Child Matters.

5 months ago, Grasslands Public Schools
Residents of Tilley, Patricia, Rolling Hills, Rainier, and surrounding rural areas! Make your voice count in the 2025 Grasslands Trustee Election!

Advanced Voting – County Council Chambers
🗓️ Saturday, October 4, 2025
🗓️ Wednesday, October 15, 2025
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Election Day – Monday, October 20, 2025
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Vote at any of these Ward C locations:
*Rainier Community Hall
*Rolling Hills Community Centre
*Patricia Community Hall
*Tilley Community Centre

Not sure if you're in Ward C? Check the Grasslands Electoral Map:
🔗 https://www.grasslands.ab.ca/article/11296

Valid ID is required to vote. Visit Elections Alberta for info:
🔗 https://www.elections.ab.ca/voters/id-required-to-vote/
5 months ago, Grasslands Public Schools
School Board Trustee Election (1)
📢 Meet Your 2025 Public School Trustee Candidates!

Acclaimed Trustees:
Ward A (Bassano – Gem – Rosemary): Les Douglass (Incumbent)

Ward B (Duchess – Cassils – Bow City – Rural Brooks): Linda Morey (Incumbent)

Brooks Ward (City of Brooks & Area):
*Patrick Connor (Incumbent)
*Melanie Reed-Zukowski (Incumbent)
*Ahmed Kassem (Incumbent)

Ward C (Tilley – Patricia – Rolling Hills – Rainier – Scandia) will go to vote on October 20, 2025:
*Christine Wennekers
*Rachelle Undershute

Voters in Ward C will cast their votes on October 20th.

For more information on where to vote, details and boundaries, visit: https://www.grasslands.ab.ca/article/11296
5 months ago, Rayne Makin
Trustee Election

A tentative agreement has been reached between the Alberta Teachers’ Association and the Government of Alberta. Read the full letter from Grasslands on our website: https://www.grasslands.ab.ca/article/11279

5 months ago, Grasslands Public Schools
Labour negotiations 2