News Archive
Hello Foothills Community. It’s been two weeks since we first welcomed students into our buildings. Allow me to...
Visit our Relaunch Webpage Review our Relaunch Handbook School Relaunch Family Guide Learn ab...
The September 16, 2020 Board Highlights are now available.
The September 2, 2020 Board Highlights are now available.
On July 21, the government of Alberta announced that all schools across the province will be in Scenario 1 for the 2020-...
In addition to our rich classroom experiences, Foothills offers a variety of flexible programming options to our famili...
Although we cannot ‘be’ together for our annual Milestones event this does not mean we can not celebrate together. ...
The June 17, 2020 Board Highlights are now available.
Thank you for the level of support you have been able to provide your child and their teacher(s) since classes were...
Thank you for partnering with us in your child's education. We recognize that our families are busy, we'll be providin...
We acknowledge that racism exists in society. It is our responsibility as an educational organization to listen, learn...
Budget 2020-2021 and 2020-2021 Relaunch Update The Foothills School Division (FSD) Board of Trustees approved the 202...
As part of our commitment to engage with our parents, I am providing an update on your child’s education and the nex...
Thank you for partnering with us in your child's education. We recognize that our families are busy, we'll be providin...
The May 20, 2020 Board Highlights are now available.
Foothills School Division truly values parent partnerships in ensuring success and providing support for all of our chil...
The May 6, 2020 Board Highlights are now available.
Thank you for partnering with us in your child's education. We recognize that our families are busy, we'll be providin...
Foothills School Division (FSD) is contributing $50,000 to expand existing partnerships that support nutrition programs....
The April 22, 2020 Board Highlights are now available.
UPDATE: April 8, 2020 Together, the Board of Trustees and Foothills School Division staff thank you for supporting at...
Distinguished Leadership Award Congratulations to Joanne Higgins, Principal of Heritage Heights School! Foothills...
The April 1, 2020 Board Highlights are now available.
UPDATE: April 2, 2020 Last Saturday's announcement that the provincial government was redirecting 2019-2020 education...
The March 18, 2020 Board Highlights are now available.
The Government of Alberta is modernizing Blackie School. This project will provide mechanical, electrical, interior...
The March 4, 2020 Board Highlights are now available.
On Friday February 28, 2020, Foothills School Division (FSD) met with Alberta Education officials and received prelimina...
We are inviting you to read the following letter from the Alberta Chief Medical Officer of Health providing parents and...
Foothills School Division believes in the educational value of international travel and that the safety of our stude...
The Alberta Provincial Budget is impacting K-12 education in significant ways. Foothills School Division (FSD) has bee...
The Palliser Teachers’ Convention is fast approaching; it is the Foothills School Division annual forum to showcase th...
The February 12, 2020 Board Highlights are now available.
At the Public Board Meeting on January 15, 2020, the Board of Trustees approved the 2020-2021 School Calendar. Fir...
The January 29, 2020 Board Highlights are now available.
The Janurary 15, 2020 Board Highlights are now available.
Kindergarten is one of the most exciting times in a child’s life. Ensuring each child makes a successful transition fr...
Board Highlights - December 11, 2019 The Board acknowledges the traditional territories of the peoples of Treat...
As happens each year, the province requires a Fall Budget Update. This is an exceptional year as the Provincial Budget...
On behalf of Foothills School Division’s Board of Trustees and all of our staff, we wish you and your family a Merry C...
The Board acknowledges the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta and the Métis...
On behalf of the Board of Trustees, thank you to everyone who contributed to the development of our Policy 1, Division F...
Alberta Education has released their annual Accountability Pillar Report. These reports are one way of assuring Albertan...
Board Highlights - November 13, 2019 The Board acknowledges the traditional territories of the peoples of Treat...
The provincial education budget was announced by Alberta Education on October 24. On Friday, October 25, the details of...
Attendance Matters! Coming to school is important for the academic and social success of your children. Many pare...
The Board acknowledges the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta and the Métis...
The Board acknowledges the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta and the Métis...
Classroom Practice Innovative Project Grant: Why it is Important and How to Apply? Foothills School Division Board of...
The Board acknowledges the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta and the Métis...
Classroom Practice Innovative Projects (CPIP) Collaborative teams of staff, students and parents of Foothills School...
The Board acknowledges the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta and the Métis...
The following information is provided to assist families with students attending Foothills School Division in September...
At the Public Board Meeting on January 30, 2019, the Board of Trustees approved the 2019-2020 School Calendar. Fir...
2019-20 In-Town Schedules: Okotoks and High River schedules are now available. 2019-20 Rural Route Schedules: Bus d...
Summer break is here! Although it’s a time to relax and rejuvenate, it can also be a time of summer slide. Studies...
Effective July 2, 2019 – Audrey Kluin, Director Technology Services Foothills School Division is pleased to announc...
The Board acknowledges the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta and the Métis...
The Board acknowledges the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta and the Métis...
The Board acknowledges the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta and the Métis...
The Board acknowledges the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta and the Métis...
Congratulations to Phil Irwin, Principal of Cayley School! Foothills School Division is pleased to announce Mr. Irwin...
Written by: Director of Early Learning, Cathy Bonnaventure, B. Ed., M. Sc., R. Psych. As an Early Learning Dire...
The Board acknowledges the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta and the Métis...
The Board of Trustees has received retirement notice from Superintendent of Schools Pamela Rannelli effective August 31,...
The Board acknowledges the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta and the Métis...
As I write this, it’s the first week of March 2019. The trending topics on Twitter include John Candy (who passed 25...
In honor of Substitute Teachers’ Appreciation Week, we want to thank the Guest Teachers who work in various classrooms...
The Board of Trustees is delighted to announce that Mr. Chris Fuzessy has been appointed Superintendent of Schools for F...
Many students, principals, teachers, and parents have been expressing concern and experiencing anxiety and stress about...
Foothills School Division congratulates Natalie Kuca as the recipient of Foothills School Division’s Edwin Parr Aw...
The Board acknowledges the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta and the Métis...
Family Literacy Day is a national awareness initiative created by ABC Life Literacy Canada in 1999 and held annually on...
The Board acknowledges the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta and the Métis...
Written by: Allen Davidson, Assistant Superintendent Employee Services Happy New Year! In the world of K-12 edu...
January 2, 2019 - Throughout the month of October, 2018 the Board of Trustees engaged in a broad consultation process to...
The Board acknowledges the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta and the Métis...
Foothills School Division has received notice that a consent order was signed by Madam Justice Dilts awarding the recent...
The Board acknowledges the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta and the Métis...
Our language around math matters! How many times have you heard people say “I’m not good at math”? Perhaps y...
Logo and Tagline Design Contest Winning Prize $250 • Five $50 runnerâ€up prizes The Foothills...
Foothills School Division Board of Trustees is seeking further clarity on the results of the recent Ward 1 By-election....
Do you know a great kid in your community? Consider nominating them for a Great Kid Award! The nomination period fo...
October is the month when Alberta Education releases the yearly Accountability Pillar Report. These reports are one way...
Foothills School Division - Unofficial Ward 1 Trustee By-Election Results Results are unofficial. Provincial legislat...
The Government of Canada will legalize, regulate, and restrict access to cannabis on October 17, 2018. We welcome all...
Foothills School Division has received notice from Ms. Jeannine Tucker on October 17, 2018 that she has disclaimed all r...
Friday October 5, 2018 marks World Teachers’ Day. Recognized in over 100 countries to celebrate and acknowledge the v...
Alberta Health has made changes to the school immunization program that will take effect in the 2018/19 school year....
The Board of Trustees is pleased to share with all education stakeholders highlights from their recent meeting. The ad...
Foothills School Division would like to remind families of available parking options at our schools. To ensure the saf...
As we near the end of the 2017-18 school year, I want to thank you, our students and staff, for another incredible year....
Executive Team Announcement: Foothills School Division Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the following leadership...
Foothills School Division is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Caroline Roberts as Acting Assistant Superinten...
Foothills School Division is pleased to announce Ms. Rhonda Bymak as Acting Principal of Longview School effective Augus...
Congratulation to Rona Reid who has been appointed to her first administrative assignment as Vice Principal at École Fo...
Foothills School Division is pleased to announce the administrative appointment of Sherry Opas as Vice-Principal of West...
The Board of Trustees is pleased to share with all education stakeholders highlights from their recent meeting. The ad...
Student transportation is an integral part of the education system. Our government continues to support a safe transport...
Foothills School Division is pleased to announce Mr. Jordan Rhodes as the next Principal of Westmount School in Okotoks...