News
ngpsTALK Register today!
Posted on January 21 2022Welcome to ngpsTALK! A space where parents, students, staff and community members can share their ideas and feedback on a variety of topics affecting our school division. Your voice is important! ngpsTALK…
Hot Lunch
Posted on January 14 2022WELCOME BACK. MHS is proud to continue with Hot lunches from within the community. Please find the order form below. Please note, we have made a few changes with payments, (School Cash online is now available).…
2021
Students return to in-person learning on January 10
Posted on December 31 2021On December 30, 2021, Alberta's Education Minister announced that the pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 student winter break would be extended to January 10 provincewide, and that January Diploma Examinations…
2020-21 Scholarship & Bursary recipients
Posted on December 13 2021CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL RECIPIENTS Blasko Family Arts Scholarship $500 - Avara Tarlason-Schaupmeyer Jolene Hunt Memorial Bursary $500 - Taylor Arnell Kathleen A. Davies Memorial Scholarship $500 - Ethan…
Christmas Survival Guide
Posted on November 29 2021Christmas Survival Guide Tammy is Northern Gateway Public School’s Student Support Facilitator. She is a support for schools, students, parents and caregivers. Tammy has been a registered social…
Parent Teacher Interviews
Posted on November 1 2021Parent Teacher Interviews will take place Tuesday November 9th, from 4:00-8:30 p.m. Phone Interviews will be done in 10 minute time slots. Please call the school 780-786-2624 to book your appointment…
Encouragement for Weary Parents
Posted on October 27 2021Encouragement for Weary Parents was submitted by Tammy Charko BA, BSW, RSW. Tammy is Northern Gateway Public School’s Student Support Facilitator. She is a support for schools, students, parents and…
Joanne Greenland Scholarship Fund
Posted on October 27 2021As many of you know our beloved English and Drama teacher, Joanne Greenland recently passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. Joanne taught and directed countless students in her 18 years…
Supporting your Anxious Child
Posted on September 30 2021Supporting your Anxious Child was written by Tammy Charko BA, BSW, RSW. Tammy is Northern Gateway Public School’s Student Support Facilitator. She is a support for schools, students, parents and caregivers.…
UPDATED Daily Health Checklist
Posted on September 23 2021Parents, THANK YOU for your support and diligence in screening for illness daily and keeping children home when they are sick. Your efforts continue to help ensure healthy learning environments at school.…
UPDATE: Masks required in school common spaces
Posted on September 3 2021Starting Tuesday, September 7, all students, staff and visitors will be required to wear a non-medical face mask in school common spaces like hallways, washrooms and other spaces where people are close…
Tiger Wear 2021-2022
Posted on September 1 2021Tiger Wear is now available for purchase through schoolcash online or by downloading an order form here, or by picking one up in the office. Deadline to order is September 24, 2021
Daily health screening for all students and staff
Posted on August 31 2021We all have a part to play in keeping our school communities healthy. Screening daily for illness is an important action we can take to support our schools. Alberta Health Daily Checklist Before coming…
Start Dates for MHS students
Posted on August 31 2021Welcome Back! We are excited to welcome students back starting tomorrow. Our staggered starts are as follows: Grade 10-12: Wednesday, Sept 1 Grade 7: Thursday, Sept 2 Grade 8-9: Friday, Sept 3 Once students…
NGPS 2021-22 Back to School Plan
Posted on August 24 2021NGPS's 2021-22 Back to School Plan outlines the strategies and health measures the Division will follow in supporting the health and safety of students and staff. As always, we remain committed to providing…
Government releases COVID-19 guidance documents for…
Posted on August 16 2021On Friday, August 13, the Government of Alberta released their Guidance for Respiratory Illness Prevention and Management in Schools, as well as a tool kit with information for parents and school staff…
Lac Ste Anne Historical Society - Summer Job Postings
Posted on June 18 2021The Lac Ste Anne Historical Society has the following 2 summer job positions available. Job # 1 - Click here for the job description and application information. Job # 2 - Click here for the job description…
Grade 12 Students - Post-Secondary $$ Available
Posted on June 10 2021Please make sure to check the deadlines for all available scholarships & bursaries!
Meet our resident author
Posted on June 9 2021Mayerthorpe High School is proud to have our own, ‘freshly minted’ resident author, Laura Leach, highlighting the talent in our community. Four years ago, Laura decided to take her artistic skills…
Career Exposure Summer Camps open for registration!
Posted on June 9 2021Explore potential career paths, learn new skills and earn high school credits, for free, this summer in Whitecourt, Onoway and online! Registration is now open for our Career Exposure Summer Camps for…
June 2021 Exam Schedule
Posted on June 8 2021Click here for the pdf version of the final schedule for both Jr. and Sr. High students. The exam schedule is also posted on our Facebook page as well as on our website calendar.
Every Child Matters
Posted on May 31 2021In remembrance of the 215 children whose remains were discovered at a former Kamloops residential school, flags across Northern Gateway Public Schools will be lowered to half mast. We extend our deepest…
Division announces new Superintendent of Schools
Posted on May 27 2021The Board of Trustees is pleased to announce that following an extensive Canada wide search, Mr. Kevin Bird has been appointed as the new Superintendent of Northern Gateway Public Schools, effective July…
K-12 students return to in-person learning! NGPS is…
Posted on May 19 2021As per Minister of Education Adriana LaGrange's announcement this afternoon, Alberta students will return to in-person learning on Tuesday, May 25, 2021, with the exception of students in the Regional…
Education Week 2021!
Posted on May 3 2021It has been over a full year since NGPS began adapting to the challenges of delivering education in the context of a pandemic. This year, we want to take the opportunity to celebrate the many hands,…
Every Day Counts
Posted on April 30 2021Every Day Counts - click here
School Board Election 2021: Shaping the future of…
Posted on April 22 2021Are you passionate about kids and public education? You may want to consider running for a school trustee position! Alberta School Board elections will take place on Monday, October 18, 2021! Elected…
Register NOW for the 2021-22 school year!
Posted on April 22 2021Your educational journey is our inspiration! At Northern Gateway Public Schools, we understand that every student is unique. Teachers, support staff and leadership work together to create personalized,…
Spring Break
Posted on March 24 2021No School Reminder There are no classes Monday, March 29 to Tuesday, April 6 for the spring break, Easter Monday and a Board Approved Non-Instructional Day. Classes resume for all NGPS students on…
Celebrating our Substitute Teachers!
Posted on March 8 2021Thank you to all of our substitute teachers! Whether you are coming to the rescue in person, or online, you provide incredible support to NGPS students and staff year-round. You are a crucial member of…
Planning for Student Success: share your feedback…
Posted on February 26 2021Your Voice Matters Northern Gateway Public Schools seeks your input as we plan for the 2021-22 school year and beyond. Your feedback as students, parents, staff and leaders is an important part of our…
A Thought Exchange
Posted on February 26 2021Watch you inbox as Northern Gateway Public Schools will be seeking your input as we plan for the 2021-22 school year and beyond...more
Pink Shirt Day is Feb 24!
Posted on February 23 2021Pink Shirt Day is an anti-bullying movement that began in 2007 when a student in Nova Scotia was bullied for wearing a pink shirt to school. Since then, Pink Shirt Day has been recognized annually around…
Careers - Next Generation Road Tour
Posted on January 26 2021Careers: The Next Generation, are encouraging all interested students , their parents, administrators and school board of directors to attend the evening “road tour” to get a better understanding…
PEMBINA RAP POSITIONS
Posted on January 25 2021Click here for these exciting RAP opportunities!
Return to In-Person Classes, January 11!
Posted on January 7 2021On November 24, 2020, the Alberta government introduced a series of enhanced COVID-19 measures that impacted all Alberta K-12 schools. These temporary measures were set to be in place from November 30,…
2020
NGPS Christmas Vacation and Return to Learning Schedule
Posted on December 17 2020CHRISTMAS VACATION - DECEMBER 18, 2020 - JANUARY 1, 2021 ALL GRADES RETURN TO AT-HOME, ONLINE LEARNING: JANUARY 4-8, 2021 ALL GRADES RETURN TO IN-PERSON LEARNING AT SCHOOL: JANUARY 11, 2021 Please continue…
I'll Be Home Christmas
Posted on December 17 2020Christmas has always felt magical and miraculous. After the stress and anxiety of the last ten months, we need the hope and peace of the Christmas Season more than ever before. Even if you’re not…
Merry Christmas!
Posted on December 16 2020Wishing all of our NGPS families an extra Merry Christmas and happy holiday break! The Christmas Break for NGPS students is December 18 to January 1. Return to at-home, online learning: January 4, 2021…
Alberta Government announces new series of enhanced…
Posted on November 25 2020Alberta Government announces new series of enhanced COVID-19 health measures, ENHANCED public health measures: Stop the Spike. On November 24, 2020, the Alberta Government announced a series of new COVID-19…
LEST WE FORGET
Posted on November 10 2020Remembrance Day marks the anniversary of the official end of the World War I hostilities on November 11, 1918. In gratitude, we stand with our communities to honour and reflect on the sacrifices and…
To Run or Not to Run? School Bus Transportation and…
Posted on November 10 2020Preparing for Winter temperatures and road conditions With Winter weather upon us, families are reminded to take necessary precautions for inclement or severe weather. When the safety of transporting…
EVERY CHILD MATTERS: Phyllis Webstad and the story…
Posted on September 29 2020Orange Shirt Day began in 2013 to honour Residential School survivors and their families, to remember those children who didn't come home and to encourage and support awareness of the individual, family…
School Council
Posted on September 23 2020MHS will been holding it's first School Council meeting of the 2020-2021 school year on Monday, September 28th at 7:00 pm in the Learning Commons. There will be a sign-in protocol and masks will be…
COVID-19 Information - Student illness STAY AT HOME…
Posted on September 18 2020This summary, based on the September 2020 Government of Alberta update, COVID-19 Symptom-Student illness, provides further clarity to parents about the ‘isolation’ period or ‘stay home and minimize…
NON-MEDICAL FACE MASKS: WHY USE? WHAT TO CONSIDER?…
Posted on September 11 2020NGPS 2020-21 COVID-19 Re-entry Handbook updated September 10, 2020. To read more on the NGPS Mask Protocol please see Section 1 - Provincial Health Measures, Pages 9-14 of the Handbook. WHY USE A NON-MEDICAL…
Parent Information 2020-2021
Posted on August 28 2020Parent Information 2020-2021
Daily health screening required for all NGPS staff…
Posted on August 27 2020We all have a role to play in keeping schools healthy. Before coming to school each day, all staff and students must use the Government of Alberta's screening questionnaire - the COVID-19 Alberta Health…
WELCOME BACK! School starts next week!
Posted on August 24 2020Board approves change to 2020-21 school year calendar. The first day of school is Wednesday, Sept 2; however, many schools have staggered start dates. Schools will share information with you specific…
School health measures now include mandatory masks
Posted on August 6 2020On August 4, 2020, the Government of Alberta announced that the use of masks will be required when students and staff return to school. Students from Grades 4 through 12 will be required to wear masks…
EDITED Re-entry: Students will return to In-school…
Posted on July 22 2020The Government of Alberta announced yesterday that students will return to in-school classes under Scenario 1, with near-normal daily operations and added health measures. This means that daily in-school…
Looking Ahead! NGPS releases 2020-21 COVID-19 Re-entry…
Posted on July 8 2020As promised, we are pleased to share the Northern Gateway Public Schools, 2020-21 COVID-19 Re-entry Handbook. The Handbook will guide our collective response to COVID-19 and operations for the 2020-21…
Drop Off Schedule - June 23 & 24
Posted on June 9 2020Please read the drop off letter, to insure that you are aware of the protocols we will have in place for the returning of Chromebooks and other school materials. We ask that you respect the dates and…
Summer Boot Camp 2020
Posted on June 5 2020Fourth Annual Summer Boot Camp series will run virtually this year, June 30 to July 10! We are pleased to announce new learning opportunities for Grade 9 to 12 students with the return of our Career Exposure…
Division surveys students, staff and families on re-entry…
Posted on June 1 2020Northern Gateway Public Schools (NGPS) is planning for the 2020-21 school year and what it may look like for students, staff and families. While any return to school will be managed under the guidelines…
NGPS - Parent Letter
Posted on April 24 2020NGPS- Parent Letter
Proof of Residence required for NGPS students
Posted on April 23 2020As part of the regular registration process, proof of residence is now required for all Northern Gateway Public Schools students. Parents will be required to provide a copy of their resident legal land…
UPDATE MARCH 29, 2020 - 9:28 a.m. Funding to School…
Posted on March 29 2020On March 28, 2020, the Education Minister announced that resources to school divisions will be adjusted to match an at-home learning environment. At this time, Alberta school divisions are expected…
HOW ARE YOU DOING?
Posted on March 27 2020No, really. How are YOU doing? Take a pause... and think …. how are you doing? Let’s take a moment to do a self- assessment: How is your heart rate? How quick are your breaths? Your shoulders: how…
Continuing Student Learning
Posted on March 24 2020As shared by the Minister of Education last week, all Kindergarten to Grade 12 students will continue to receive learning opportunities at home, either through online means or through other accommodations,…
COVID-19 UPDATE MARCH 20, 2020 - 10:32 a.m. - Important…
Posted on March 20 2020**Grade 12 Diploma Exams canceled. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought unprecedented change to us all. It has also brought us together. Our entire NGPS staff family has been working hard to develop instructional…
Student Resources
Posted on March 20 2020Solaro is a free resource provided by The Alberta Library and is created by Castle Rock, the publishers of The Key. Solaro features units and topics of study of the Alberta curriculum for grades…
COVID-19 UPDATE MARCH 18, 2020 - 3:00 p.m. - Information…
Posted on March 18 2020The school division appreciates your patience and resilience in the face of this unprecedented interruption in the normal operations of public education in the province. We realize that the school closure…
COVID-19 UPDATE MARCH 16, 2020 Information for Families…
Posted on March 16 2020While many parents have questions regarding yesterday’s update and the closure of schools in the province of Alberta, there are still many uncertainties for all of us as learning communities and Alberta…
COVID-19 UPDATE MARCH 15, 2020 All K-12 Classes Canceled
Posted on March 15 2020As of March 15, 2020, the Government of Alberta has announced a province-wide school closure. All classes are canceled indefinitely. Children are expected to stay home. The safety of our students and…
MHS is a Quality Learning Environment
Posted on March 5 2020What is QLE? QLE - Culture of Wellness The focus of the QLE Environment QLE Learners are Successful
Alberta Health Services Release
Posted on March 4 2020Alberta Health Services has released an update on COVID 19 in this memorandum released on March 3, 2020
Pink Shirt Day is Feb 26
Posted on February 13 2020Pink Shirt Day is an anti-bullying movement that is celebrated around the world, every year, on the last Wednesday in February. As schools, we teach, model and practice kindness, empathy and inclusion…
2019
Impact of the Provincial Budget
Posted on December 6 2019Northern Gateway Public Schools is facing a budget shortfall this school year. While Maintenance and Transportation Funding will receive modest increases, the loss of Class Size, School Fee and Classroom…
MHS RESILIENCE
Posted on November 25 2019Now playing at a High School near you.
QLE: The Heart of Teaching and Learning is Quality…
Posted on November 14 2019There are many supports in place to enhance the Quality Learning Environment (QLE) for NGPS students. Quality Pedagogy, or the practice of teaching, is a main focus, as it is the heart of teaching and…
School Bus Transportation and Inclement Weather
Posted on November 4 2019To run or not to run? Winter weather and driving conditions bring questions about school bus transportation. Are the buses running today? Should the buses be running today? Why aren’t the buses running…
QLE: How a Culture of Wellness supports student learning…
Posted on October 23 2019Mental, Social and Physical well-being impact learning. A Culture of Wellness, with a focus on these three domains, is foundational to developing a Quality Learning Environment (QLE) within Northern Gateway…
Emergency Response Planning in NGPS Schools
Posted on October 17 2019Schools are considered to be one of the safest places in our communities. However, an emergency can occur anywhere at any time. During an emergency, our first priority is the safety of our students and…
The Focus of the Quality Learning Environment is Learner…
Posted on October 10 2019The focus of the Quality Learning Environment (QLE) is student or learner centered. Everything we do as Educators, from how we teach and what resources we use, to how we assess learning and plan for instruction,…
How is your child supported in a Quality Learning…
Posted on October 9 2019
NGPS students supported in Quality Learning Environments
Posted on October 3 2019The Quality Learning Environment (QLE) in NGPS is our commitment to assure learners are successful and learners are supported. The core elements of the QLE are made up of quality pedagogy (the practice…
Every Child Matters
Posted on September 29 2019In the spirit of reconciliation and hope Orange Shirt Day is a legacy of the St. Joseph Mission (SJM) residential school commemoration event held in Williams Lake, BC, Canada, in the spring of 2013. It…
Safe at School: HOLD AND SECURE
Posted on September 19 2019Being safe at school means working together with our community partners, parents and first responders. Understanding the terminology that schools and responders use can help. Hold and Secure means classes…
Upcoming Open House Opportunities
Posted on September 13 2019Make sure to add these dates to your calendar so you don't miss out!
Welcome Back!
Posted on September 2 2019Welcome to the 2019-20 school year! We hope you enjoyed the summer break and are excited for a new school year. The beginning of each school year is a special time for us all – students, staff and families…
I matter, I've got this, I'm just getting started!
Posted on August 26 2019OUR STORY NO MATTER WHO YOU ARE YOU CAN LEARN HERE From the students, to the teachers, to the principals and staff. Because here, education happens every minute, in every corner, of every school. Here,…
First Day Back is Sept 3!
Posted on August 7 2019Tuesday, September 3, 2019 is the first day back to school for nearly 5,000 Northern Gateway students! Preview important dates with the 2019-20 School Year Calendar. Northern Gateway Public Schools (NGPS)…
Happy Summer!
Posted on June 27 2019TO OUR STUDENTS We hope each and every one of you has had an amazing year of learning and growth! Each day you inspire us with your individuality, achievement and potential. Your journey as a student…
Salute to our 2019 graduates!
Posted on June 18 2019As you stand in this very special place, marking both an ending and a beginning, we hope you pause to enjoy the magnitude of your achievement. From your first moments in Kindergarten, to your adventures…
Survey: Alternate Seat Fee for school bus transportation
Posted on June 12 2019Please share your thoughts with us in this short 3-question survey! Click here to take the three minute survey! Northern Gateway Public Schools is looking to find out how many parents/guardians are interested…
Awards Night
Posted on May 30 2019We will be having our Annual Awards Night on June 13th at 6:30 pm in the gymnasium. Parent/Guardians of recipients will be notified beforehand if their child(ren) will be receiving an award.
Health Care Aide Certificate 2019-2020
Posted on May 22 2019Norquest College's HCA program for 2019-2020 are now taking applications. Please read the information package carefully as there are prerequisites required for admission to the program. Please complete…
Ten new teachers inducted to the profession!
Posted on May 10 2019Ten NGPS teachers were officially welcomed into the profession last night following the near completion of their first year of teaching. Each year in NGPS, first year teachers, and teachers who are new…
It's Education Week!
Posted on April 29 2019Alberta celebrates Education Week! The first Alberta School Week (Education Week) was held December 2–8, 1928. Its purpose then, as it is now, is to call attention to the importance of education and…
Education Planning 2019-22
Posted on March 21 2019NGPS held its annual 3 Year Education Planning session with division leadership, trustees and school principals on March 18. Superintendent Kevin Andrea says it was an opportunity to reflect on the…
Parent Teacher Interviews
Posted on March 8 2019March 14, 2019 4:00 - 8:30 pm Please note the following: Mrs. Greenland be available after 5:00 pm. Mr. Hansen and Mrs. Knott will be away for Archery Provincials all day. We are anticipating their…
Lac Ste. Anne Student Lunch
Posted on February 21 2019A big "thank you" goes out to the Lac Ste. Anne FCSS who are sponsoring a lunch for all students and staff on February 27th, 2019. This is in place of the Robb Nash super show that was scheduled for…
Responsive Instruction in Quality Learning Environments
Posted on February 15 2019Building a culture of excellence through Quality Learning Environments (QLE) Key Domain: Responsive Instruction Responsive Instruction considers the needs of all learners so they can achieve success,…
2018
Merry Christmas!
Posted on December 18 2018Wishing you all the joys of the holiday season! May this season bring you the joy of sharing, the warmth of community and the love of family and friends. From our family to yours, warm wishes for a bright…
January 2019 - Semester 1 Final Exam Schedule
Posted on December 6 2018Final Exam Schedule is now available. All exams have been added to our calendar as well for your convenience.
Textbook Roundup
Posted on November 6 2018
School bus transportation and inclement weather
Posted on October 29 2018To run or not to run? Winter weather and driving conditions bring questions about school bus transportation. Are the buses running today? Should the buses be running today? Why aren’t the buses running…
Orange Shirt Day
Posted on September 27 2018In the spirit of reconciliation and hope Orange Shirt Day is a legacy of the St. Joseph Mission (SJM) residential school commemoration event held in Williams Lake, BC, Canada, in the spring of 2013. It…
Hour-Zero: Keeping Students and Staff Safe
Posted on September 25 2018Building a culture of preparedness - NGPS joins forces with Hour-Zero Student and staff safety is an extremely important part of what we do at Northern Gateway Public Schools, from playground equipment…
Welcome Back MHS!
Posted on August 31 2018We hope summer has treated you well and that you have had opportunity to relax and recharge with family and friends. The beginning of a new school year is always a special time for staff, students and…
Now Open for Registrations
Posted on August 21 2018Mayerthorpe High School is now taking registrations for the 18/19 school year! 1. If you are new to the Mayerthorpe area and need to register a student.2. If you are looking to upgrade courses after graduation…
Welcome to the 2018-19 school year!
Posted on August 14 2018WELCOME BACK! Okay, we're not quite there yet, but with only three weeks left of summer vacation, we can bet the impending new school year is on your mind! Find answers to your start up questions, contact…
Through My Eyes - Calendar Art Contest
Posted on June 4 2018Western Communities Foundation is looking for students between the ages of 13-18 to submit their art work for their 2019: Through My Eyes Calendar. Submission must be sent in by June 15, 2018. Contest…
Gateway Academy Boot Camps 2018
Posted on May 3 2018Explore your interests and earn credits in Summer Boot Camps! Gateway Academy SUMMER BOOT CAMPS are back! Encouraging youth to explore and develop their skills and talents in hands-on educational camps…
20 Time Project
Posted on May 2 2018Student, Alyssa LeBlanc has recently donated $27.85 to our high school after creating a business selling Tropical Drinks for her 20 Time Project in the Maker Movement option in Ms. Greenwood's class.…
Scholarships and Bursaries
Posted on April 19 2018Students and Parents, please make sure to check out the latest information on Scholarships and Bursaries 2017-18. The permanent link can be found under Parents and Students Tab on the Menu Bar. All…
Safe Food Handling Course - Open to the Public
Posted on April 12 2018This course will be held at MHS on April 20, 2018. There needs to be 15 participants in order to run. Please contact Mrs. Knott at 780-786-2624. There is a $75.00 fee that must be paid in advance.
2017
Christmas Dinner
Posted on December 20 2017A great big THANKS to Wendy Allin for donating all the potatoes for our Christmas Lunch we really appreciate it!
Thyme for Health 'n Herbs
Posted on December 13 2017Great big thanks to Cynthia Eichhorn for making smoothies every Monday morning in the Breakfast Club. Her store generously donated an awesome blender to the school and we really appreciate all the…
Hot Lunch Menu
Posted on December 7 2017The new Hot Lunch menu is now available in the office or download the form and have your student return it to the main office. Orders need to be placed by the Friday before the meal date. Hot Lunch Order…
Pembina West Co-op
Posted on December 6 2017A great big THANK YOU goes out to the Mayerthorpe Pembina West Co-op for the delicious cinnamon buns that were donated to our Breakfast Program.
WANTED
Posted on November 20 2017Pembina West Co-op Till Receipts If you are collected your co-op till receipts for MHS, this is just a reminder that they will be due in to the school no later then December 20th, so they can be sorted…
Grade 9 Parent Meeting
Posted on November 17 2017Grade 9 Parents are invited to attend an High School Information meeting on November 22, 2017 starting at 7:00 pm. The meeting is to discuss High School planning for your child as they move from Junior…
Power School
Posted on November 16 2017Looking for a Report Card? For the 2017-2018 year MHS will only be printing report cards once at the end of each Semester (January and June). Do you want to: See up-to-date marks? Login into PowerSchool…