As we begin the 2024-25 school year, we look forward to another exciting and purposeful year at Fort McMurray Christian School. Now in our 31st year, FMCS continues to provide Christ-centered education as an interdenominational public alternative school within the Fort McMurray Public School Division, and we remain a proud member of the Prairie Centre for Christian Education.
Our school continues to experience steady growth, a testament to our commitment to integrating academic excellence with a strong Christian worldview. At FMCS, we focus on developing students who are equipped not only academically but also spiritually, with opportunities to live out their faith in meaningful ways.
This year, we are pleased to welcome Mrs. Heather Joy Freake as our new Christian Education Coordinator. Mrs. Freake will lead our efforts in implementing the Teaching for Transformation (TfT) framework, which helps students understand their role in God’s story through the Biblical through-lines: God worshippers, image bearers, community builders, servant workers, justice seekers, idolatry discerners, earth keepers, order discoverers, beauty creators, and creation enjoyers. This approach ensures that our curriculum aligns with Alberta Education standards while providing a foundation for spiritual growth.
Our theme for this year, Fearfully and Wonderfully Made, encourages students to reflect on their unique gifts and identity in Christ. We are also excited to take on the Let Grow initiative, which focuses on fostering independence, resilience, and confidence in our students, encouraging them to step out of their comfort zones and develop important life skills.
At FMCS, our holistic approach to education aims to nurture students academically, spiritually, emotionally, socially, and physically. Our dedicated staff is committed to supporting each student as they explore their faith and discover their role in God’s plan.
We look forward to a year of growth and learning and are confident that this will be a year marked by meaningful achievements and spiritual development.
In Him,
Mr. Geoffrey Bishop
Principal