The Earth Rangers School Assembly in the elementary school was an inspiring, interactive presentation featuring live animals, games and trivia, captivating video content, and two enthusiastic educators who not only taught our kids about the environmental issues our planet is facing, but empower them to take action.
One of the animals they met today was a Yellow-footed tortoise named Benjamin.
Here's some info you can ask your students about:
Species: Yellow-footed Tortoise Birthday: February 2018 Favourite Food: Cucumber Size / Weight: 40-70cm length / 10-15kg Fun fact: Males are identified by making head movements, while females do not
ATA Strike Commencing on Monday; School Closures Starting Oct 6th
As a result of the Alberta Teachers Association (ATA) rejecting a proposed deal from the Teachers’ Employer Bargaining Association (TEBA), all FMPSD schools will be closed to students starting Monday, October 6, 2025, unless a new agreement is reached or strike action is otherwise averted. Additionally, all yellow school bus routes will be suspended for the duration of the strike.
In light of the ongoing strike, all extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, and after-school programs, will be temporarily suspended.
As there is no definitive end date for the strike, FMPSD is unable to provide a timeline for when normal operations will resume. We will continue to provide timely updates as we receive them from the Ministry of Education and Child Care.
