Dear WDS Families  

This week we had our photo day. Thank you to the parent volunteer who assisted us on photo day. If your children are on Individualized program plans (IPP). Your child's homeroom teacher will be sending home your child's IPP for parents/ guardians to review and sign on Monday, October 7. On Friday we began our Performing Arts Residency presented by Jeff Stockton, an accomplished musician, storyteller, and speaker who will be working in each of our classrooms with all of our WDS students. 

World Teachers Day October 5 

World Teachers’ Day is celebrated around the globe on October 5 as a special occasion to recognize the vital role teachers play in shaping the future. Let’s make sure our teachers know how much we value them and their work. The Alberta Teachers’ Association wants to hear about the Alberta teacher who inspired you! In celebration of World Teachers’ Day on October 5, share a short selfie video expressing your gratitude, and you could win $100 while your teacher could win a prize worth $3,000! The contest is open to Albertans of all ages. The contest closes on October 11, 2024. Submit your video 

School Start Time 

A reminder that doors open for students to enter WDS each morning at 7:50 am and student learning begins at 7:55 am. Please make every effort to be at school on time. 

Student Safety 

A reminder to all families that everyone should be using the 2 crosswalks located very close to the school. The patrollers are also there to keep students and families safe. We have several students and families jaywalking and crossing the street between cars; this poses a huge safety risk to everyone. Also, a reminder to all parents and guardians that Jaywalking and U-turns in school zones are illegal. 

Clothing Donations 

If you have clothes your children have grown out of and would like to donate to the school, please drop them off at the main office. 

Important Dates  

Have a great weekend.