The Mountaineer - December
Posted on December 19 2024Please enjoy the latest version of the Mountaineer - The Mountaineer - December January 2025 Exam Calendar
Please drop off unwrapped gifts or non-perishable food at any of the schools. Donations will be collected and given to support families in our “Family of Schools” community and surrounding areas.Deadline…
December 16-20
WRPS is pleased to be offering January Diploma Preparation Courses to students currently enrolled in:Social Studies 30-1 or 30-2English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2Math 30-2Biology 30Chemistry 30Register…
With the current postal strike we would like to send out a request for donation for our annual Holiday Dinner to the community: To Whom It May Concern, With the holiday season fast approaching, Buck Mountain…
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Please enjoy the latest edition of our school newsletter: The Mountaineer - November
Buck Mountain phone lines are currently down, please email bm@wrps11.ca if you need to contact the school!
Starting next Tuesday, October 29th, 2024!
Our next meeting will be October 22, 2024 - in person at the school or online if that is more accessible for you to attend. The meeting will be at the same time as the BMC Parent Advisory Committee Meeting…
Please enjoy the latest edition of our school newsletter: The Mountaineer - October
It is for High School students only. If students have questions they can see Mrs. Miller on Tuesday.
Our annual Terry Fox Run will be on Wednesday, September 25th, 2024! Students can grab a donation form from the office or make an online donation with the link below:https://schools.terryfox.ca/72231…
Please enjoy the latest edition of our school newsletter: The Mountaineer - September
Wednesday, September 4th @ 7PM VirtuallyOur parent’s association is a fundraising body that supports our students within and beyond the walls of the school. It is run by volunteers and we are in need…
Please view the Principal's Message - Back To School here!
We look forward to welcoming you all back! Student supply list below:https://www.buckmountain.ca/parents/student-supply-list
Please join us! The school will be open for students to drop off school supplies, ask scheduling questions and get prepared for the year.All student schedules are now on PowerSchool.
Details:- June 12, 2024 - 7:30PM- Online Meeting- All caregivers for BMC students as well as those of incoming grade 6 students are encouraged to join.Agenda:- Principal's Report- Trustee's Report- Staff…
Please enjoy the latest edition of our school newsletter: The Mountaineer - May
Seeking donation support for the WRPS Seventh Annual Golf Tournament, at the beautiful Montgomery Glen Golf & Country Club. This year, we are committed to supporting three important funds: the Education…
Are you interested in healthy eating? Do you want your voice heard?The Nutrition Youth Advisory Panel is part of the Child & Youth Target Population Working Group within Alberta Health Services. Applications…
Please enjoy the latest edition of our school newsletter: The Mountaineer - April
Please check out the attached poster for details on the following after school sessions available to youth in the Buck Lake area: April 29th - Break-Out BMC - an escape room! May 6 &13th - Pottery @ the…
Sales: April 15th - April 26th, 2024Delivery to the school: May 13th, 2024 This fundraiser will be in support of our Literacy & Awards Program: Novel Study Books New Library Titles Mustang of the Month…
A significant event is happening on April 8th - a partial solar eclipse. The eclipse in our area will start at approximately 11:54 a.m., reaching its maximum at 12:46 p.m. and end by 1:40 p.m.To protect…
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Please enjoy the latest edition of our school newsletter: The Mountaineer - March
March 8th, 20247:00 - 10:00 PM - Doors Close at 8:00 p.m.Presale tickets from February 26th - March 7th - $8.00 Tickets at the door - $12.00Cash Concession from our PAC! Dance Guest Approval Request Forms…
Invest in the future with our Co-op School Equity Program! Did you know you can use your membership number at Wetaskiwin and Falun Co-op to raise money for local schools? With our Co-op School Equity…
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The WRPS Approved Learning Calendars have been posted to the WRPS website. Or can be viewed below:
Please enjoy the latest edition of our school newsletter: The Mountaineer - February
The Government of Alberta’s Junior Forest Ranger Program is now accepting applications for summer crew! Full-time high school students, between the ages of 16 & 18 years old, are invited to apply. …
Date: Wednesday, Feb. 28Time: 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.Who: Rural High School students – Gr. 9-12 and their supports (academic advisors/career counselors/parents)Where: Zoom (link to be sent to attendees prior…
We are excited to welcome your student into our WRPS community. We are accepting registrations for NEW students. Please refer to Student Registration Information.
Please see the attached letter inviting family members, friends, and community members to drop in for coffee and conversation at your convenience anytime between 5 and 7 pm on February 6th, 2024. …
Buck Mountain Central School & P.L.A.C.E Hockey Hooky for Ben Tuesday, February 27th, 2024 - Falun, AB Players + Spectators welcome with donation:https://benstelterfoundation.crowdchange.ca/54298/team/32633…
Edmonton Oil Kings Hockey Hooky! February 21st, 2024 Cost of the event is $20.00 per student. The first 20 students to register and secure payment on PowerSchool will be the students that will get to…
Please enjoy the latest edition of our school newsletter: The Mountaineer - January
2024 JAN Final Exam Schedule
https://www.wrps11.ca/.../buses-cancelled-schools-closed... - Due to the extreme cold weather forecast (including wind chills), and in consultation with neighbouring divisions, the County of Wetaskiwin,…
Graduates, please watch for the email to sign up for Graduation Portraits or simply follow the information below! If you have any questions please contact the office.
Pizza Hot Lunch from Buck Lake Mercantile and Cafe!Please get your order forms in the office, this will not be online.
With recent changes in weather, we would like to remind everyone of WRPS' process to cancel buses and close schools during inclement weather and other emergencies if/when necessary. Please refer to: https://www.wrps11.ca/trustees/whats-new/post/inclement-weather2
NASP Basic Archery Program at Alder Flats Elementary School - Forms can be found in the office!
Due to our large number of absences and remaining in a Respiratory Outbreak, we have made the very difficult decision to postpone our holiday skate. Students will still take part in a grade level activity…
Good afternoon, Please see the attached letter: 2023.12.15 Buck Mountain Parent Letter.docx As mentioned in the letter: We invite you to attend and share your thoughts and ideas on the No New Build/New…
Dear Parents and Guardians,This communication is written to provide information regarding today’s evacuation of Buck Mountain Central School.The fire alarm was triggered just before 9:15 a..m. All…
Please enjoy the latest edition of our school newsletter: The Mountaineer - December
Buck Mountain Central School would like to send a HUGE thank you to Keyera Corp! We are beyond grateful for your generous donation to our school!
Join us for a discussion focusing on response to safety and partnerships between school, homes and communities. Who: Parents, School Admin, and WRPS Superintendents When: November 21st, 2023 at 7:00…
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Glow Dance!Thursday, November 16th, 20237:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.Pre-Sale Tickets November 13th - 16th, 2023 for $8.00 until Noon Or $12.00 at the door!Guest can be submitted for approval in the office until…
Anything but a bag is THIS Friday, November 3rd, 2023We can NOT wait to see what you come up with!
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Please find attached a virtual discovery night for women in trades. This event is occurring on Thursday October 5 and will introduce young women to the world of trades and technology. This is an…
FREE | Wetaskiwin Composite High School4619 50 Ave, Wetaskiwin ABSeptember 13th, 2023 for Grade 9 - 12 students. 11:15 - Departure BMC12:20 - Arrival WCHS1:50 - Departure WCHS2:55 - Arrival BMCThe Love…
We will be hosting our Terry Fox Run on September 26th, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. Buck Mountain Central School would like to send out a HUGE thank you to the Buck Lake Ag Society & Buck Lake Mercantile for supporting…
We welcome students and parents to come stock up their lockers and sign any last minute forms on August 28th and 29th for school registration. Student schedules will be available via PowerSchool, so if…
Buck Mountain Central School RegistrationAugust 28th & 29th from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Students can be registered online here: https://www.wrps11.ca/parents/new-registrationPlease email bm@wrps11.ca with…
Buck Mountain Central School would like to send out a HUGE Thank You to Tazzy Kats Enterprises Inc. for sponsoring a school wide lunch today!
Due to air quality and poor weather forecasted we have postponed our school Slo-Pitch Day! Regular classes will resume!
June 1st, 2023 5:30 p.m.
Please view here: 2023 Final Exam Schedule
Due to the sudden influx of smoke and poor air quality, Buck Mountain Central School will be closed today, May 16th, 2023. Students will be rerouted home by the transportation department.
Delivery Rescheduled: This Friday, May 12th, 2023If for any reason the new date will not work for you please contact the school and we will make other arrangements - BM@wrps11.ca or 780-399-3900We appreciate…
Please join us: Thursday, May 11th, 2023 1:00 p.m. - School Gym Everyone welcome!
Alder Flats, Buck Mountain Central and Winfield Schools will be OPEN on Tuesday, May 9, 2023.
Good morning BMC community,We are in the planning process for our Athletic Banquet and Dessert Auction on June 6th, 2023.We are looking for donations for our dessert auction, if you are willing to prepare…
Tuesday, April 25th, 2023 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Please use the below link to book:https://www.buckmountain.ca/bookings
Order here: Order Form
We are seeking Parent & Student Volunteers: We are in need of a minimum of 16 students & parents but the more the merrier! This is an amazing fundraiser for Buck Mountain Central School bringing in around…
Sales: April 3rd - 17th, 2023 No orders will be accepted after April 17th, 2023 ALL orders much be picked up May 5th &/or make alterative arrangements prior to the delivery date. Payment can be made by…
Caidyn exemplifies a leader of tomorrow at BMC through her actions, words and participation in the school community. Caidyn is the chair of the student-led student council- which has led many great initiatives in…
Please enjoy the latest edition of our school newsletter: MOUNTAINEER - Spring (2)
Would you like a say in how to spend $3000 dollars in your school community? The SOARING Grant gives you that opportunity! This grant is intended to strengthen inclusion, resilience, growth, and support…
We are excited to welcome your child into our WRPS community. We are accepting registrations for NEW students. More information can be found here.
EVENT UPDATE: Due to the scheduled forecast, this event has been re-scheduled to Thursday, March 2nd 2023! Permission forms have been extended to Monday, February 27th, 2023 and donations will be accepted…
Your child has chosen to go on the Canyon Ski Resort Trip - Thursday, February 2nd, 2023 Activity Information:1. Any student (grades 7 - 12) participating in this event MUST travel on the buses provided.2.…
Buck Mountain's next Parent Advisory Council Meeting will be on January 18 @ 7pm. The Meeting will be held online. Please email bm@wrps11.ca to request the link to the meeting.
Final Exam Schedule - January 2023 Students can be picked up by parents following exams (regular Bus drop-off and pick-up)✔ All students leaving the building following their exam are expected to inform…
Please view the attached letter: Attachment - Letter to Parents - Access to Education
Please enjoy the latest edition of our school newsletter: MOUNTAINEER - Winter
Dear Parents, Guardians, & Caregivers: Please use the link below to review a temporary relaxation of policies effective November 21, 2022 until December 22, 2022: Buck Mountain Central School and WRPS…
Please sign up online:https://www.buckmountain.ca/bookings
Rescheduled: November 25th, 2022
Please join us for a student, staff and community celebration BBQ! Generously sponsored by Can-Vac Oilfield Service!
This is a resource for students writing diploma exams. It includes an instructor led review session held on the Saturday/Sunday prior to the diploma exam. In addition to the online review session,…
2021-2022 Yearbooks have arrived and are available for purchase in the office!
Attention Graduating Class of 2023! Jostens will be visiting Buck Mountain Central School this Thursday, October 6th, 2022 during Directed Learning (8:47 a.m. - 9:16 a.m.)! Please use the below link to…
Buck Mountain Central School would like to send a HUGE thank you to Keyera Corp! We are beyond grateful for your generous donation to our school!
Buck Mountain Central School Parent Council Invitation September 8, 2022 Dear Parents, Guardians and Caregivers Please join our VIRTUAL Parent Council meeting on Tuesday, September 13th at 7pm.…
PARENTS PRESENTATION BLURB: There are a lot of scary misconceptions around how kids are using social media. Unfortunately, parents and educators are proceeding with uninformed fear, because of it. …
Riley Johnson, a running back/receiver from Buck Mountain Central School, was asked to try out for the annual North vs. South 6-Man Football All-Star game. He was selected and was easily one of the game's…
Please enjoy the latest edition of our school newsletter: MOUNTAINEER - Back To School
Please enjoy the latest edition of our school newsletter: The MOUNTAINEER - Year End
On June 21, 2022, students and staff at Buck Mountain will be celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day with students and staff from Falun Elementary, and Pigeon Lake Regional School. Students and Staff…
Please join Miss Townsend on June 16th, 2022 in person at 7 pm to discuss plans for grade 12 students.The intent is to come together to discuss graduation requirements, expectations for students' schedules…
Congratulations to Coach Wolney & Riley Johnson who represented our school in the first ever Border Battle between Alberta and Saskatchewan. Alberta won the game 54-36 and Riley was a star scoring the…
Please use the link below to view the Exam Schedule for June 2022: Buck Mountain Central School Exam Schedule June 2022
Buck Mountain Central School would like to send a heartfelt thank you to Spartan Delta Corp. for sponsoring our 2021-2022 Awards! This event will be hosted next fall.
Buck Mountain Central School Fundraising Society is collecting clothes, household textiles and small household goods. Drop off: April 28th, 2022 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Buck Mountain Central School Parking…
Online and In Person Book Here: https://www.buckmountain.ca/bookings/2313
Buck Mountain Central School & Coach Wolney would like to send a heartfelt thank you to Chad Kellgren for securing donations from Gear Energy Ltd, KPA Pressure Services Ltd & Lindale Truck Service These…
Buck Mountain Central School Portrait Sittings: April 29th, 2022Location: Gym Notes: Please come to your appointment 5 minutes prior to start. https://prestigeportraits.ca/ If you have any questions at…
This fundraiser will be in support of our Literacy Program Sales: April 4th - 21st, 2022 Delivery to the school: May 6th, 2022 No orders will be accepted after April 21st, 2022 All orders must be picked…
Students please be aware that the closing date for applying for the Junior Forest Rangers program is April 1st. This program is for 16-18 year olds who are looking for summer employment. For more…
Please enjoy the latest edition of our school newsletter: Mountaineer - Spring
March 15, 2022 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Please book online: https://www.buckmountain.ca/bookings/2313
Dear Parents and Guardians of Grade 7 and Grade 10 Students: If you have not already received a letter in the mail from Alberta Education regarding the Alberta Education Assurance Survey, you will be…
We are excited to welcome your child into our WRPS community. We are accepting registrations for NEW students. More information can be found here.
Our next online Parent Advisory Committee Meeting will be on Wednesday, February 23rd, 2022 at 7:00 pm This meeting is open to all parents and guardians of BMC. Please email bm@wrps11.ca to RSVP and get…
Dear Parents, Guardians, and students, Semester 1 and Quarter 2 grades and comments are ready for viewing via your PowerSchool account. PowerSchool is an incredible tool that will increase the effectiveness…
January 2020 Exam Schedule Linked Below: Buck Mountain Central School Exam Schedule January 2022
Any student (grades 7 – 12) participating in this event MUST travel on the buses provided. Students are NOT allowed to switch their equipment choice at the ski hill. The student’s first choice of…
Our next online Parent Advisory Committee Meeting will be on January 12th, 2022 at 7:00 pm This meeting is open to all parents and guardians of BMC. Please email bm@wrps11.ca to RSVP and get the meeting…
A big thank you to Nicole Galbraith and The Co-operators for their generous contribution of $1000 to the Buck Mountain Cheer Team. We have been saving up to purchase new mats and this will help greatly!
Please enjoy the latest edition of our school newsletter: The MOUNTAINEER - Winter
The art that has filled out halls for years is being relocated! Buck Mountain Central School is giving the first right of refusal to the original artist on their painting by offering a donation to…
Our Parent Advisory Committee Meeting will be online on November 24th at 7:00pm and is open to all parents and guardians of BMC. If you're a parent/guardian to check your email!
Thank goodness kids are back in sport! Our annual Buck Mountain Central School PE fundraiser is back. Proceeds from this will go directly in to transportation costs and ice rentals for our school’s…
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Dear Parents, Guardians, and students, Quarter 1 grades and comments are ready for viewing via your PowerSchool account. PowerSchool is an incredible tool that will increase the effectiveness of feedback…
My name is Christine Woods, I’m the current chair with 3 kids (all went through Winfield and BMC) and a husband who has been trying to work from home with our terrible connections. We live way east,…
Please enjoy the latest edition of our school newsletter: THE MOUNTAINEER - Fall We will also be live streaming our Fall Awards on our BMC Youtube channel, please use the link below to view: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZVIQvoC-hBAqUeXDs_HYFw…
Please book online: https://www.buckmountain.ca/bookings/1815
Our Parent Advisory Committee Meeting will be online on October 13th at 7:00pm and is open to all parents and guardians of BMC. If you're a parent/guardian to check your email!
Buck Mountain Central School Graduates, please mark your calendars!This information was also sent to your WRPS email and more information is to come.
We are moving our Parent Advisory Committee meeting to be completely online. It will begin at 7 pm and is open to all parents and guardians of BMC. We will be discussing the WRPS School Re-entry Plan,…
Please contact bm@wrps11.ca to rsvp in person or online. Anyone choosing the in-person option will be asked to wear a mask. If you have any further questions please contact bm@wrps11.ca or 780-388-3900.
Buck Mountain Central School is seeking volunteers for the parent council. Each year a committed number of parents and guardians come together to positively impact the learning experience for students…
Please enjoy the latest edition of our school newsletter: The Mountaineer - Back To School
Hello everyone, The band parent association fundraises to support the band program in our school. Our biggest fundraiser has been working a casino, once every 3 years. Due to covid, we are over a year…
Dear Parents/Guardians: Buck Mountain Central School is excited to offer the opportunity to purchase quality standardized school supplies through School Start for the 2021/2022 school year. 3 WAYS TO…
Dear parents and guardians, Please use the link below to view an update from Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Deena Hinshaw: School Letter June 8 2021 English_final Please contact our school office…
Dear parents and Guardians, Please join us for an online Meeting for students and parents of students who are returning to BMC from School at Home next school year, Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at 7:00…
Buck Mountain Central School would like to send a heartfelt thank you to Cenovus for making a very generous donation to our literacy program! We are so grateful to add all of these titles to our library…
Wednesday, June 9 ,2021 7:00 p.m. You can join the meeting with the following link: https://meet.google.com/vbo-fcgy-zrw
Please enjoy the latest edition of our school newsletter: The Mountaineer - May
Wednesday, May 19, 2021 From 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Sign up today at: https://www.buckmountain.ca/bookings
May 5, 2021 Dear Parents and Students, As Premier Kenney announced Tuesday evening, all classes for grades K-12 are to be done at home from May 7th - May 25th. As such, Thursday, May 6th will be…
Spring Football is back! Starting April 13, there will be football for students in grades 8-11. Practices will be on Tuesday (Grade 8-9) OR Wednesday (Grade 10-11). There is NO cost for Spring Football…
The Let’s Talk Careers competition will be open from April 12th- May 21st. It is FREE and virtual. $25K in cash prizes to be won by schools and students. The competition is hosted by Skills Canada,…
Please enjoy the latest edition of our school newsletter: The Mountaineer - Spring Edition
Dear Parents and Guardians,This communication is written to provide information regarding today’s evacuation of Buck Mountain Central School.The fire alarm was triggered just before 1:30. All students…
Please follow the below instructions to secure a slot for Graduation Portraits on March 25th, 2021. To book your appointment for your School Graduation Portraits, please go to www.prestigeportraits.ca…
Please enjoy the latest edition of our school newsletter: The Mountaineer - New Year Edition
There are several dual credit courses that students can take in the second semester! Some highlights include Intro to Veterinary Profession, Horticulture, Intro to Psychology, and Medical Terminology.…
December: ᐸᐊᐧᐦᒐᑭᓇᓭᐢ [pawahcakinasîs] – December; The tree cleaning moon or month Teaching: This is a cold moon. It is the beginning of going within time. Going within time is likemaskwa…
As we draw closer to Christmas Break, I just wanted to wish you all a safe and happy holiday season and send a reminder to our BMC community regarding learning expectations following the break.We won't…