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Families of K-7 Students: Annual 'Are You Returning'…

Posted on: May 5 2025

Grande Prairie Public School Division's annual ‘Are You Returning’ survey is now open for the 2025-2026 School Year. Parents and Guardians of Kindergarten to Grade 7 students will receive this important…

Avondale May 2025 Newslettter

Posted on: Apr 30 2025

What's Happening at Avondale? Check out all the great things going on at Avondale School!  From exciting classroom projects (like our Grade 5 floatation challenge!) to fun school-wide events, there's…

Avondale Spring Fling Dance

Posted on: Apr 22 2025

We are having our Spring Fling Dance, April 24th from 6:00-7:30 pm.  All students must be accompanied by an adult to attend.  We will have a canteen set up with snacks and drinks to purchase (cash only). …

Free Speech and Language Screenings for Children Born…

Posted on: Apr 14 2025

Do you have concerns about your child’s speech or language development? The Grande Prairie Public School Division (GPPSD) is offering free speech and language screenings for children born in 2021 or…

Career Pathways “Choose your own Adventure” Information…

Posted on: Apr 14 2025

Grande Prairie Public School Division is committed to supporting students to succeed from early learning to high school completion and beyond.   Join us in person or online for an information session…

Parent Council Meeting, April 16th.

Posted on: Apr 14 2025

We hope you’re enjoying the beginning of spring! You are invited to our next Parent Council Meeting on Wednesday, April 16 at 6:30 PM. At this meeting, we’ll be sharing some of the great things happening…

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Share Your Feedback: GPPSD's Annual Assurance Survey

Posted on: Apr 7 2025

Parents and guardians please share your feedback in our annual Grande Prairie Public School Division Assurance Survey. Your participation helps every student continue to succeed. Survey Details: Closing…

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8 Tip Guide: Kindergarten Ready

Posted on: Mar 28 2025

Was your child born in 2020? Let's get them ready for Kindergarten! Download your copy of our 8 tips for readiness and start your child's online kindergarten registration today! 8 Tip Guide: Kindergarten…

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Avondale April 2025 Newsletter

Posted on: Mar 27 2025

Check out all the great things that have been happening at our school, including new upcoming dates, special reminders for April including our upcoming Spring Fling Dance!! CLICK HERE

In the Library, March 26th 5-8 pm and March 27th 4-7 pm

Avondale Scholastic Book Fair

Posted on: Mar 21 2025

Join us in the Library: March 26th 5-8 pm and March 27th 4-7 pm. Students can shop during their regular library blocks, exploring a fantastic selection of books for all ages.  Plus, family and friends…