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
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
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.
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.
We wish all of our Grasslands families a safe and restful Thanksgiving long weekend!
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.
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.
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.
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.
Parents: Please check for a permission form that went home today. They MUST be back tomorrow to visit the Corn Maze!
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.
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/
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/
📢 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
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
Join us and hundreds of others across Canada and wear an orange shirt on Tuesday, September 30, to honor the children who survived the Residential Schools and remember those that didn’t.
Every Child Matters
Every Child Matters
There will be burgers available for lunch tomorrow for any students who would like one!
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
Join us after the Terry Fox Run on Wednesday, Sept 24, for our School Council Meeting! This will be a great kickoff to our school year. Please plan to attend!
Do you care about public education and want to make a difference in your community? Grasslands Public Schools is seeking passionate individuals to run in the 2025 Board of Trustees Election.
🗓️ Nomination Deadline: September 22, 2025
📍 Nomination forms must be submitted to Grasslands Central Office by 12:00 PM on that day.
Trustees represent their communities, set priorities for local schools, and advocate for quality public education.
🔗 Learn more & get your nomination package:
https://grasslandspsdcan.sites.thrillshare.ca/page/grasslands-school-board-election-2025
Your voice matters. Help shape the future of education in Grasslands!
School Picture Day is Wednesday, September 17!
Join us as we celebrate fall at Gem School. Come and enjoy a burger, view students projects and walk/run with us.
We will be accepting donations for the Terry Fox Foundation.
See you all on Tuesday!!
We know many families have questions about the provincial teacher negotiations. While talks continue at the provincial level, our schools remain open and focused on student learning. We’re committed to keeping you informed every step of the way.
Read the full letter here: https://www.grasslands.ab.ca/article/10769
Read the full letter here: https://www.grasslands.ab.ca/article/10769
