When Can My Child Start Kindergarten?

To register for kindergarten in the 2019-20 school year, your child must be five years old on or before Dec. 31, 2019. 

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Junior High Journey

Posted on Jun 17 2019

Transitioning from elementary to junior high school is exciting and can be stressful. Learn basic information on how to support your teen transitioning to junior high school at a free workshop hosted by Strathcona County for parents and caregivers.      When:…

Year End Assembly and Hand Bell Concert

Posted on Jun 13 2019

We are holding our year end assembly on Monday, June 24 at 9:00 am. Please join us to celebrate an amazing year!

Donations Accepted

Posted on May 30 2019

Elder Wilson has taught us that we are all relations and that when one of us is hurting, all of us are hurting. He has taught us that when we help one of us, we help all of us. The forest fire in High Level has forced many communities to evacuate and…

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EIPS Board Approves New Policy: Responsible use of digital technology in schools

Posted on May 27 2019

Sherwood Park, AB. — Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) Board of Trustees has approved a new policy regarding cellphones. Policy 24, Personal Communication Devices, passed at a regular Board Meeting on May 22, 2019, outlines how students…

EIPS Celebrates Learning During Education Week 2019

Posted on Apr 29 2019

Sherwood Park, AB. — Students and staff across Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) are showcasing the important role education plays in shaping their future as part of Education Week 2019, from April 29 to May 3. Led by the Alberta…

EIPS Students Stand Up and Speak Out at Young Speakers Invitational

Posted on Apr 17 2019

Sherwood Park, AB. — More than 70 of the top student speakers from 25 elementary schools in Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) are getting set to compete in the ninth annual EIPS Young Speakers Invitational on April 18. Over the last…