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Truth and Reconciliation Photos

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No School September 29

There is no school Friday, September 29 to honor Truth and Reconciliation day.

September newsletter

September 2023 (newsletter)

Student Council meeting

All students welcome to the meeting in Mrs. Palmer's room on Tuesday at lunch. Make a difference in your school and participate with student council.

Challenge Cup/Live feed links

The Challenge Cup takes place on Friday, September 22nd. Get live updates on scores and see when your team is playing by using the QR code. Friday QE Live link: https://youtube.com/live/0SuETLkJCPM?feature=share…

Parent Council Meeting AGM

The first Parent Council meeting - AGM - will take place online at 7 pm on Monday, September 25. Watch your email for the link and get involved!

PD Day No School

Friday, September 22 is a PD day, there is no school! 

Sabre Spirit Day

Show your Sabre Spirit! Wear your school colors or your Sabre wear on Thursday, September 21. Gooooo Sabres!

Grad Sabre Wear Order

Grade 12's get in on our first Grad Sabre Wear order for 2023/24. You need to have your order form into the office by September 28. Forms are available at the Front Office.

Love Bomb Presentation

 WCHS is hosting a presentation in conjunction with FCSS called "Love Bomb". This will take place in our gym the evening of September 12th and in the daytime on the 13th.  The 12th performance is for…

First Student Council Meeting

All WCHS students are welcome to the first Student Council general meeting Tuesday, September 12 at lunch in Mrs. Palmer's room (#124)

Picture Day

WCHS Picture day is coming on Thursday, September 14. Say cheese!

Sabres Girls Volleyball Tryout Info

Girls! Come try out for Volleyball! Senior and JV GirlsOpen Gym Tuesday August 29, 7:15 to 9pm Tryouts Wednesday August 30 7:15 to 9:00pmThursday August 31 7:15 to 9:00pmTuesday September 5 th 7:15 to…

First Day of Class

As part of our Welcome Back Week, there will be a Pancake Breakfast starting at 8:30 am on Wednesday, August 30 for the students. The book room will be open all day to pick up your texts and there will…

Welcome Back BBQ

All Grades and their families are welcome to attend our Welcome Back BBQ on Tuesday, August 29 from 4 - 6 pm at the High School. There will be a free BBQ and you will be able to pick up your books, schedule,…

Welcome Back!

Welcome back students! Classes start on Wednesday, August 30th. Timetable changes can be made during the first week of school for Grades 10-12. Please come to Student Services during the course period…

Registration Guide 2023-24

The WCHS 2023-24 Registration Guide is now available for viewing. Please click on the link to to learn about our course offerings, extracurricular activities and general school information. 2023-24 Registration…

Welcome Summer School students!

Welcome to all Summer students and staff! Work hard and succeed! You got this.

First Day Back to School

Welcome Back Students! Your first day back is Wednesday, August 30 at 8:45 am

2023/24 Back to School Supply Lists

WCHS high school students will need binders, loose leaf paper and dividers for their courses as well as a supply of pens, pencils and erasers. Math 10-C, Math 20-1, Math 30-1 and Math 30-2 students will…

SABRE Athletic Awards 2022/23

Thank you to everyone that was involved in athletics this year at WCHS! We had a fantastic group of students representing WCHS and our community. As Athletic Director, I'm proud of the effort and commitment…

2021/22 Yearbook is here

2021-22 Yearbooks have arrived finally!! You can pick up your copy of last year's yearbook at the Front office in the school. The school is open until June 28 from 8:30 - 3:30 - come to the Front (West)…

Youth Summer Programs at bgc

There are some great teen-specific programs at the Boys and Girls Club this summer. Check out the active, creative, culinary and wellness options available. Drop in is also happening.  bgc is at 5109…

The Arts Speakeasy

  The Fine Arts areas of the school will be hosting a Speakeasy this Thursday, June 15 from 5:30- 7pm in the Band and Drama room.  It is free to come and be entertained by performers of all types, check…

Paid Work Experience for youth 15-30

Paid work experience is available at bgc Wetaskiwin for youth from 15 - 30 in Wetaskiwin and the deadline to apply has been extended to Friday, June 16! Please apply with resume and cover letter to justin@wetaskiwinyouth.ca.…

Last Day of Classes

June 9 Rainbow Day

Dress in Rainbows!

Make-up competition in the Drama studio at lunch

June 2023 newsletter

June 2023 newsletter is now available! June 2023 Newsletter

Bingo June 7

Grad Week June 5 - 9

Grad Week → The week of June 5th - 9th is the traditional grad dress up week.  This year the themes will be as follows: Monday - Graffiti day - wear white t-shirts bring a fabric marker Tuesday - Hawaiian…

Pride Week

Student Council Spring Carnival

June 2 -  Spring Carnival    Student Council is hosting the annual Spring Carnival Friday at lunch. There will be free (regular and halal) hot dogs, free chips, carnival games and a magic show by Mr.…

Aloha! Hawaiian Shirts Available

We have a ONE TIME OFFER to purchase custom-designed WCHS Hawaiian shirts, just in time for the 2023/24 school year.  The price is $62 which includes tax and shipping.  Orders will need to be received…

Parent Portal log in Issues

For those of you who have been experiencing issues logging into the Parent Portal, we reached out for assistance.  It seems to be mainly on Apple devices. The solution we were given is as below:For…

Student Council Elections Update

May 26 - Nomination Packages dueJune 2 - Speeches & Spring CarnivalJune 8 - Vote for Student Council Executive

No School

There will be no school Thursday, May 18th, Friday, May 19th and Monday, May 22nd.  School will resume Tuesday, May 23rd. Have a great May long weekend!

PD Day No School

There will be no school Thursday, May 18th, Friday, May 19th and Monday, May 22nd.  School will resume Tuesday, May 23rd. Have a great May long weekend!

Student Council Elections

May 10 - Nomination Packages available - check your email!May 26 - Nomination Packages dueJune 2 - Speeches & Spring CarnivalJune 8 - Vote for Student Council Executive

Grade 10 11 Parent/Student Presentation

Come out to learn about post-secondary/Apply Alberta, scholarships, MyPass, ALIS, and MyBlueprint.

Hats on for Mental Health

This is Hats On for mental health week.  At WCHS we plan on supporting mental health this upcoming Friday, where students will be allowed to wear their hats into the building and hallways etc.  Regarding…

Final Exam Schedule

The June 2023 final exam schedule can be viewed by clicking on the link below: Final Exam Schedule - June 2023 Good luck on your exams!

A Night of One Act Plays

We have some fabulously talented students who are taking to the stage this weekend, with the one act plays they have been working on for the last few months.  Please come out to support them on Friday…

Order your 2022/23 Yearbooks

The option to purchase a 2022/2023 yearbook is now available on your Parent/Guardian PowerSchool Account under 'School Fees and Forms.' Please note, payment must be made at the time of adding the yearbook to…

PD Day No School

No School Friday, April 28 - PD Day

Summer School 2023

For those of you interested, registration for Summer School is now open! Please go to the Division's web site to view courses that will be offered in July.https://www.wrps11.ca/programs/summer-schoolThe…

Grad 2023 information letter

This letter was sent out Wednesday, April 13. Grad Info 2023

Sabre Wear on Sale Now

Sabre Wear is on sale again until April 28! We are not handing out order forms, instead, click on the link listed below:https://sabresspring23.itemorder.com/

April is Ribbon Skirt Month

Please click the link to reach a site with a short little video to watch on the sacredness of the ribbon skirt. April is Ribbon Skirt Month

Wetaskiwin Teen Hits all the Targets

Please check out the link below of Kelly and one of his archery students.  Great work Kelly!  How exciting to have several of your students heading to South Africa. https://edmonton.ctvnews.ca/video?clipId=2661626

ENTER NOW! Submissions have been extended and will…

Share your perspective and make a difference What could healthcare look like in your community in 20 years?  Through this contest, FoMAC is hoping to discover bright and creative minds who may want to…

Hold and Secure

Hold and Secure

Parent Teacher Interviews

Parent Teacher Interviews are happening Wednesday, March 22 from 4:30 - 8:30 pm. If you would like the opportunity to talk with your student's teacher, please book online at: https://www.wetaskiwincomp.ca/bookings

Spring Break

There is no school Friday, March 24 - Friday, March 31. See you Monday, April 3!

Parent Council Meeting

All meetings this year will take place online. Please watch for email notifications inviting you to attend. Meetings will begin at 7:00 pm.

Pep Rally

There was some great energy by our students to celebrate our 3A Basketball Tournament Pep Rally! Cross Country, Football, Volleyball, Drama, Band, Wrestling Team, Curling team, Archery and Basketball…

3A Basketball Provincials

The 3A Provincials Basketball website is live! Check out this page for upcoming game dates, live streaming feeds, championship apparel and spectator information. Come out and cheer on our boys and girls!…

PD Day - NO School

There will be no school for students on Friday, March 17 - St Patrick Day! See you on Monday!

Basketball Provincials

Wetaskiwin Composite High School is excited to announce that this year we will be hosting the 3A boys and girls Provincials! There will be 24 teams with over 400 athletes from schools all across Alberta…

Online 50/50 Fundraiser

The WCHS Parent Association for School Support is excited to announce an online 50/50 fundraiser to support the 2023 3A Basketball Provincials.  You can buy your tickets here.  Please share this link…

Daylight Savings

Daylight Savings is on Sunday, March 12. Clocks move ahead one hour.

Hold and Secure

Hold and Secure March 1st 2023

Screenagers

FCSS is excited to bring the SCREENAGERS Documentaries to Wetaskiwin and you are invited!It's no surprise that technology is everywhere and has a profound influence on everyone - especially kids and teenagers.…

Pink Shirt Day

  Pink Shirt Day is Wednesday February 22 so wear your pink shirt to support a more kind, inclusive world by raising awareness for anti-bullying initiatives    

Art 30 Projects

Ms. Allen's Art 30 students were tasked with using white charcoal/conte on black paper and glass objects for the subject. Look how they rose to the challenge! Hope this brightens your day.

2023-2024 Registration is Open for New Students

We are excited to welcome your student into our WRPS community. We are accepting registrations for NEW students. More information can be found here.

Art in the Hall

Ms. Allen was inspired by something online and with the assistance of Miss. Schultz, got almost 80 students to produce art, and this is the incredible result. The installation is located in the atrium…

In Loving Memory

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of a former beloved music teacher and colleague, Paul Sweet. Paul worked at Wetaskiwin Composite High School for 32 years teaching our music program…

2023 Grad Wear

We will be taking orders for 2023 Grad Wear now until end of day Feb  16th! The order form is here, or you can get one at the office. Please see Mr.Hetlinger or the office if you have any questions. …

Sabre Support Starts Monday, February 13

Sabre Support Starts Monday, February 13

Teacher's Convention

There is no school Thursday, February 9 or Friday, February 10 for Teachers' Convention. See you on Monday, February 13!

Semester Start-up Schedule

 Sabre support will not begin until February 13.  For the first two weeks, we will run our Semester Start-Up Schedule.

PD DAY!

No school Monday, January 30

Semester 2 starts

Basketball Schedule

All home games will be livestreamed at https://www.youtube.com/@wetaskiwincompositehighsch2717 All game times can also be found on the Calendar. A link to the YouTube channel can also be found on our…

Come and Bead

Mrs. Dingman invites anyone who is interested in beading to join her in the Wahkotowin room on Monday's from 3:30 - 4:30 pm. Everyone is welcome - all skill levels! Supplies are provided.

Exams start Thursday, Jan. 19

Wednesday is the last day for regular classes for grades 9 - 12 and exams start on Thursday, January 19. Please see the website for the exam schedule. 

Last day of semester one classes

Wednesday, January 18 is the last day of regular classes for Semester One. Exams start Thursday. Check the website for the exam schedule.

School is Closed

School will be closed Thursday, December 22 due to weather.

Holiday Activities

Here are a few suggestions to get you through the Holidays with less social media.

Christmas Backpack Program

Student council chose the Neighbors Outreach Wetaskiwin (NOW) backpack program as our local Christmas Fundraiser. Students had a list of items with point values that they could bring in like toiletries,…

Let It Snow!

Mrs. Orr's Alt Ed class created these wonderful snowmen! Great job!

Christmas Break

No school from Friday, December 23 to Sunday, January 8. Classes resume Monday, January 9, 2023. Have an amazing break!

A Celebration of Christmas Music

WCHS hosted our first LIVE Christmas concert in quite some time! The concert was a community event with both WCHS concert bands, the Norwood school band and a community jazz ensemble performing, along…

Archery Tournament

  Congratulations to our Sabres Archery team that competed this weekend in the international skype competition - our team came home with bronze medals.   This weekend in Smokey Lake 3 of our archery…

PD Day - Day off School

School is closed Friday, December 9th for P.D. Day.

Final Exam Schedule

The final exam schedule is now available. Please click on the link to access. Final Exam Schedule - January 2023

Mental Health Education Sessions

If you want to learn more about how to support a child or youth that you live or work with, or if you want additional strategies for supporting your own wellness, you are welcome to register for these…

Letter to Parents from the Minister of Education

Please click on the link below to read the news release from the Minister of Education. Letter from Minister of Education

Fine Arts Night

Thursday, Nov. 17 was a great night for Fine Arts at WCHS! Our students showed what they were capable of with music, drama, art, design, fabrication, cosmetology and baking.  The night started with…

Remembrance Day

We had the honor of attending a very interesting and informative Remembrance Service on Friday morning, Nov. 4th. Mrs. Orr opened the Service, followed by the Color Guard. Caitlyn Dempster and the Senior…

Sabre Support

We will be introducing our new sabre Support block on Monday September 12, 2022. With this we will also be moving back to our regular bell schedule pictured here. Please take a few minutes to read the…

School Safety

Parents and students, please click on the link below to read a letter from our Division Superintendent, Mr. Mike Wake, regarding new protocols relating to school safety for the 2022-23 school year. Letter…

Student Supply List

Please click this link to access student supply list information.

Registration Information and School Start-up!

The majority of students in Grades 9 to 12 completed registration in June 2022. Registered students can access the following information on August 24 by logging into PowerSchool: Student timetable Locker…

Introducing Sabre Support

Introducing WCHS Sabre Support Coming Fall 2022!

Grade 12's Scholarships Available for Application

Please see the local scholarships and awards that are offered this year. Fill out the Google Form to apply to any awards you are eligible for. 2021-2022 Local Scholarship Application Form 2021-2022 Bradyn…

Grade 9 Registration for Sacred Heart Students

Current Grade 8 Sacred Heart Students Please Note: If you are currently registered with Sacred Heart and would like to attend WCHS for grade 9 for the 2022-2023 school year, your last day to submit your…

Grade 12 Post-Secondary and Scholarship Presentation

Parents and Students, please check out the presentation that was given on May 25, 2022 regarding post-secondary schools and scholarships. There is a wealth of information here that will help you on your…

June 2022 Final Exam Schedule

The final exam schedule for June is available here. Please note the information regarding textbook return as well as start-up information for August 2022.  June 2022 Final Exam Schedule

Registration is Open for New Students

We are excited to welcome your student into our WRPS community. We are accepting registrations for NEW students. More information can be found here.

2020-2021 Yearbooks Have Arrived!

The 2020 2021 Yearbooks have arrived and are ready for pick up. If you purchased a yearbook last year, please come to the Office and collect your yearbook today!  

2021-2022 WRPS School Year Plan

Information contained within this document is subject to change as additional information about COVID-19 becomes available.  New directives and restrictions from the province or the Chief Medical Officer…