Good News Stories
Staffing Announcement - New Superintendent of Schools
Posted on: Mar 26, 2025Please join us in welcoming our new Superintendent of Schools, Mr. Kurt Scobie, as of July 1, 2025. Please see the announcement for more information.
GNS: World Teachers' Day
Posted on: Oct 5, 2023Since October 5th, 1994, teachers around the globe have been recognized for their contribution to society on World Teachers’ Day. At Grande Yellowhead, we are proud to recognize these dedicated, innovative…
Wednesday Profile: Recognizing TRC Week and Orange Shirt Day at GYPSD Schools
Posted on: Oct 4, 2023Read about the many activities and events recognizing TRC Week and Orange Shirt Day across the Division....
GNS: Building Connections
Posted on: Oct 2, 2023Evansview School is committed to building community and believes a strong community leads to increased learning because students feel welcome in a safe and secure environment. Part of the community building…
GNS: Learning from the Past
Posted on: Sep 28, 2023As part of their commitment to lifelong learning and their personal professional development, GYPSD's educators are always seeking valuable educational opportunities to increase their knowledge and…
GNS: ReconciliaACTION begins with Education
Posted on: Sep 26, 2023Truth and Reconciliation Week, September 25th to 30th is a 5-day national event that includes important conversations about the truths of the Treaties, First Nation, Métis, and Inuit land claims, and…
GNS: A Feast of Learning
Posted on: Sep 21, 2023Grade 6 French Immersion students at École Jasper Elementary celebrated the beginning of the school year with an Épluchette de blé d'Inde, or "corn roast". A corn roast is a traditional Quebec and…
GNS: Recognizing Rail Safety Week
Posted on: Sep 18, 2023As many of our communities are situated around rail tracks, GYPSD wants to share the important message of rail safety by recognizing the 20th anniversary of Rail Safety Week (RSW) , September 18-24,…
GNS: Update to Bus Status App
Posted on: Sep 14, 2023Families need to be updated with any changes to bus routes and timing changes. That's why GYPSD uses Rally's Bus Status app to notify parents and guardians when buses are delayed or cancelled. The Bus…
GNS: Buddy's Grande Yellow Bus Adventure
Posted on: Sep 11, 2023Buddy's Grande Yellow Bus Adventure launched in August much to the excitement of over 30 new kindergarten student riders. The First Riders program was recently created to help young learners become…
