Students please bring your skates for Tuesday. We will have skating lessons in the morning!
3 months ago, Gem School
Due to no heat in the school, we have temporarily moved to the library. Once we have confirmation that the furnace is running we will make our way back to the school.
3 months ago, Gem School
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at Gem School!
4 months ago, Gem School
Merry Christmas
We’re excited to welcome families with children who will be 5 years old by December 31, 2026, to explore our rural Kindergarten programs at:

Duchess • Bassano • Tilley • Rolling Hills • Rosemary • Alcoma

Join us to:
-Meet our school staff & Kindergarten teachers
-Tour a Kindergarten classroom
-Explore, learn & play stations
-Take home an information bag
-Complete your registration in person

Open house dates and times will be shared on each school’s Facebook page and website.

We can’t wait to meet our future Kindergarten families! 💛
4 months ago, Grasslands Public Schools
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Grasslands Weather Update #2 – Rural Buses Cancelled

Due to rapidly changing weather conditions this afternoon, all rural bus routes have been cancelled.

*City of Brooks buses will continue within city limits only
*The Walking School Bus is cancelled for this afternoon
*Students who remain at school are safe and supervised by staff

For rural students who cannot be picked up, Grasslands is activating our Emergency Billet Protocol. Students will only be released to their identified emergency billet contact.

Please contact your emergency billet as soon as possible to confirm arrangements. School staff will remain on site after dismissal to support students and families as needed.

Read more here; https://www.grasslands.ab.ca/article/12911

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we prioritize student safety.
4 months ago, Grasslands Public Schools
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Weather Update – Rural Transportation - We are monitoring weather conditions expected to develop this afternoon, which may impact rural bus routes or the rural portion of in-town routes.

No transportation decisions have been made at this time, but delays or cancellations may be necessary as conditions change.

Families are encouraged to stay informed by reading the full update on our website: https://www.grasslands.ab.ca/article/12896

Any transportation changes will be shared through the Grasslands App, Facebook and Website.

4 months ago, Rayne Makin
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Our students will be walking to the hall to sing for the Seniors today! They will be at the hall for 11:45 and will return for lunch.
4 months ago, Gem School

Please read through the following Town Hall results.

4 months ago, Gem School
Town Hall
Town Hall
Town Hall
Town Hall
Town Hall Meeting
Join us for our preschool craft day!
4 months ago, Gem School
Preschool Craft Day
Join us today for our Report Cards and Awards!
4 months ago, Gem School
Awards assembly
Thank you!!
5 months ago, Gem School
Thank you
The stockings are found!
5 months ago, Gem School
Found Stockings!
December Activities at Gem School
5 months ago, Gem School
December 2025
Join us on Tuesday, December 9 for our annual Christmas Concert!
5 months ago, Gem School
Christmas Concert
Please join us for the next Parent Council Meeting on November 18 at 7:00 pm.
5 months ago, Gem School
Parent Council- November 18
Join us for Game Night!!
5 months ago, Gem School
Game Night
Please see the following notice regarding the recent calendar change.
5 months ago, Gem School
Calendar
Calendar Revision
It is time to book for Parent / Teacher interviews!
5 months ago, Gem School
Parent Teacher Interviews

Join the Conversation at Gem School on November 3rd. Grasslands Public Schools will be hosting a Town Hall at Gem Community Hall on November 3rd from 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Our Board of Trustees invites families, staff, and community members to share their thoughts and ideas about Gem School.

Everyone is welcome! Spread the word to anyone who may be interested in attending.

6 months ago, Grasslands Public Schools
Gem School Town Hall

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

6 months ago, Grasslands Public Schools
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Zones