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Grad 2024 tickets go on sale Monday, April 29

Ceremony Tickets $15 each (separate from grad fees): Available to purchase online & in-person from April 29 - June 7. It will be a form on Parent Portal, payment must be made to secure your tickets. Each…

No School April 26

There is no school on Friday, April 26 for students. It's a PD Day!

Summer School 2024

For those of you interested, WRPS Summer School Registration is now open for 2024! We are excited to offer a new course this year, The National Lifeguard Program. Please go to the Division's web site…

Night of One Act Plays

The Drama Department will have two nights of One Act Plays at the WCHS Drama Studio on April 19 and 20th. Start times will be 7 pm with doors opening at 6:30 pm. Admission will be $5 per person (cash…

Grade 10 Parent/ Student Orientation Evening

A Parent Orientation Presentation is being held on Thursday, April 11 for students moving from Grade 9 to Grade 10 at our WCHS Cafeteria at 7:00 pm. Parents and students will receive valuable information…

New Grade 9 Parent/Student Orientation Evening

Parent Orientation Presentation is being held on Wednesday, April 10 for students moving from Grade 8 to Grade 9 at WCHS Cafeteria at 7:00 pm. Parents and students will receive valuable information regarding…

Careers Application Drive - Paid Internships

CAREERS is opening the doors to paid internships with employers focused on work-integrated learning.  Students are invited to explore available career pathways, resources and what to expect during an…

Important Safety Information - Solar Eclipse

A significant event is happening on April 8th - a partial solar eclipse. The eclipse in our area will start at approximately 11:54 a.m., reaching its maximum at 12:46 p.m. and end by 1:40 p.m.To protect…

Grad 2024 information

Information for the 2024 Graduation Ceremonies was sent out by School Messenger on Wednesday, March 20. Please check your email for details. A copy of the letter and important information is on our website…

Spring Break

Remember there is no school Friday, March 22 and then it's Spring Break! We will see you again on Tuesday, April 2. Have a terrific break!

No School PD Day

Remember there is no school Friday, March 22 and then it's Spring Break! We will see you again on Tuesday, April 2. Have a terrific break!

March /April 2024 Newsletter

Click here for the March / April 2024 Newsletter: MarchApril 2024

Parent Teacher Interviews

click here: bookings to book your parent/teacher interview(s) on Wednesday, March 20 from 4:30 - 8:30 pm. 

Graduation Photo Retakes

You only graduate once, your grad pictures matter. Retakes are scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday, April 2 & 3. Bookings open the week of March 4th. Book your portrait sitting at prestigeportraits.ca …

2023/24 Yearbook

Order your 2023/24 Yearbook now through PowerSchool or at the Front Office. They will arrive in the Fall of 2024.

2024-2025 NEW Student Registration Open!

We are excited to welcome your student into our WRPS community. We are accepting registrations for NEW students. Please refer to Student Registration Information in the menu.

Battle River Shootout

The Sr girls and Boys are hosting our annual Battle River Shootout Tournament this Friday and Saturday.The boys play first at 12:45pm vs Morinville. The girls play next at 2:30pm vs Holy Rosary. We want…

Grad Wear is available again!

Grad wear is available again! It is your second and final chance to order your sweatshirt until the end of the day on Friday, March 8, 2024. Pick up your order forms in the front Office.

No School Monday, February 19

There is no school on Monday, February 19 for Family Day.

No School Friday, February 16

There is no school on Friday, February 16 for students. It's a PD Day!

Sabre Support starts Monday, February 12

Sabre Support starts again on Monday, February 12. The Bell schedule will change! Period 2 will start at 9:23 and lunch will be from 12:02-12:39. School still ends at 3:18.

Jostens - Grad order information

Josten's will be at the school from 10-2 on Thursday, Feb 8 and Friday, Feb 9 for your Grad ring orders! They are offering $60 off their rings for the month of February. This is the first time they have…

Teacher's Convention

There is no school Thursday and Friday, February 8 & 9.

2024 Grad Photos

You only graduate once, your grad pictures matter. Book your appointment for February 6, 7, 8, or 9, 2023 at prestigeportraits.ca. Portrait sittings are at the Learning Commons. Please come to your session…

Sabre Wear Indigenous design

Get your Limited Edition Sabre Wear!!! This special sweatshirt is only available to order until February 16. Order forms are available at the front office.

Semester 2 starts Wednesday, January 31

 Semester 2 starts Wednesday, January 31. Period 2 will start at 8:45 as we will follow the Semester start-up/end Schedule. Sabre support will start on Monday, February 12.

Parent Consultation

We invite you to attend and share your thoughts and ideas on the No New Build/New Build scenarios mentioned in the attachment. Your opinions are important to us, and we welcome your active participation.…

Inclement Weather, Bus Cancellations and School Closures

With recent changes in weather, we would like to remind everyone of WRPS' process to cancel buses and close schools during inclement weather and other emergencies if/when necessary. Inclement Weather…

Last Year's Yearbook has arrived

The 2022/23 yearbook is here and is available for pick up at the front office!

No Sabre Support Jan 8 - 19

Holiday break runs from Friday, December 22  to Sunday, January 7. Last day of school is this Friday and we come back to school on Monday, January 8. There will be no Sabre support when you come back,…

Holiday Break

Enjoy your break from December 22 - January 5. Last day of class is on Friday, December 22 and students return to class on Monday, January 8, 2024.

Social Studies Prep Course

Please see the attached letter for more information. This letter was sent out by email to parents/guardians/adult students currently enrolled in Social Studies 30-1 & 30-2.  Social Studies Diploma Prep…

January 2024 Exam Schedule

Click here for the schedule: Exam Schedule January 2024 Final Draft

Christmas Concert

Come Join us for a Celebration of Christmas music on Tuesday, December 12. The gym doors will open at 6:30 and the concert is in the music/drama room.

No School

There is no school on Friday, December 8 for a PD Day.

Post-Secondary Schooling

 Are you interested in post-secondary schooling but aren’t sure what you’d like to take or where you’d like to go? Do you have questions you’d like answered before you send in your application?…

Club Volleyball tryout information

 We'd love to see a big turn out at the tryouts this weekend! We are looking for players and if you were unable to make tryouts, email wetaskiwinvolleyballclub@gmail.com for any further questions.

Wrestling tournament

Radium Girls Drama Production

Come out and be entertained! Tickets are available at the office or the door. 

Archery Sabres Wear

Archery Wear is being offered for the first time! Come to the office to get an order form and you can place an order until end of day on Tuesday, November 24.

Parent Council Meeting

There will be an online Parent Council meeting at 7 pm on Monday, November 20.

Fall Break - No School

There is no school from Monday, November 6 to Friday, November 10. School resumes on Monday, November 13.

WCHS Honors Remembrance Day

WCHS will be honoring Remembrance Day on Thursday, November 2, 2023. There will be a ceremony in the gym that morning.

Halloween Activities

There are several activities planned for Halloween: Halloween Scavenger Hunt occurs from Wednesday, Oct 25- Monday, 30.  Students, Check your email for details.   Pumpkin Painting is happening Thursday,…

Soctober!

Socktober runs at WCHS until October 27.  Bring your donations of new socks to the office and help make this a warmer fall for our neighbors in need. We need socks for ladies and children! To explain…

Parent Council Meeting

There will be an online meeting for Parent Council on Monday, October 23 at 7 pm. All parents are welcome and will be emailed the link to join on Monday.

Indigenous Logo Contest

Hello all artists!  We are super excited to share that we are having an Indigenous Logo Contest with the winning artist’s work being placed on our very own Sabre Wear!  Yep, you know it.  Your artwork…

Photo Retakes

Picture retakes are on Wednesday, October 18. If you haven’t had your picture taken yet, have them done on the 18th. If you are getting retakes, please bring your proofs with you for the photographer.

Parent Teacher Interviews

Parent Teacher Interviews will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 18 and Thursday, Oct 19 from 4:30 - 8:30. Book your time slot now on our Wetaskiwin Composite High School website under (menu) bookings. Parent…

Archery Orientation Meeting

  Sabre Archery will be starting soon. There will be an orientation and signup meeting at 6:30pm in the Cafeteria Thursday, October 12th for all students interested in joining the archery team. Parents…

School Pictures have arrived!

Pictures were handed out in second period on Tuesday, October 3. You have until 4 pm, Monday, October 16th to order. There is an EASY Way of accessing your child’s images online:  Lifetouch Photography…

Neurodiversity Coffee Talk

Click on the link for more information: INFO TO LINK Neurodiversity Coffee Talk

Happy Thanksgiving

No school Monday, October 9

PD Day No School

No school Friday, October 6

Truth and Reconciliation Photos

Check out our activities here: photo-galleries

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.

Sabre Support Started

Sabre Support Started Wednesday, September 20. This is the new bell schedule that started on the 20th.

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

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…