Dear Redwater School Families,
Welcome Back! Hope you had a wonderful summer!!
Warm regards,
Kevin Dorosh
Weekly Menu's - Any Questions please reach out to Ginger Grayson Email: graysonginger@yahoo.com or 780-695-4736
Sept 8
Sept 9
Picture Day
Sept 10
Sept 11
Sept 12
Terry Fox Run
For more information regarding upcoming events, please refer to the Google Calendar below
Grad Contact: Mrs. Terra Beth Dowhaluk Email: terradowhaluk@sturgeon.ab.ca
Hello,
Welcome back to a new school year! The start of the school year is a special time fueled by the smell of new school supplies and the anticipation of the year to come. This collective buzz of excitement in our schools reminds us that every school year, day, hour, and minute is an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the students.
My name is Jennifer Geleta, and I am excited to introduce myself as the school counsellor at Redwater School. It is my privilege to support the social, emotional, and academic growth of all our students. I look forward to working together with families and staff to create a positive, safe, and inclusive environment for every child.
What I Do:
Help students get through their day with confidence and resilience
Help students develop skills in areas such as stress management, goal setting, and conflict resolution.
Assist with academic planning, college and career exploration, and decision-making.
Connect families with community resources when needed.
How to Reach Me:
If you have any questions, concerns, or would like to schedule a meeting, please feel free to contact me at:
📧 Email: Jennifer.Geleta@sturgeon.ab.ca
📞 Phone: 780-942-3625
Find all Information HERE
Sturgeon Public Schools provides safe, dependable and efficient transportation for students. We operate 70 yellow school buses and transport over 2,750 students to and from school each day.
As colder weather approaches, families are reminded of Policy 320: Inclement Weather, which outlines shared responsibilities among the Board, staff, school bus operators, and parents/guardians to ensure student safety during hazardous weather conditions. The policy emphasizes that while schools remain open, the final decision to send children to school or the bus stop rests with parents/guardians. Bus services may be suspended under specific conditions, such as temperatures reaching -40°C, poor visibility, or hazardous road conditions. Families will be notified of any cancellations or alterations through local media, the Division website, and social media. Parents are also reminded to ensure their children are dressed in weather-appropriate clothing. This policy, shared annually in school newsletters, underscores the Division’s commitment to student safety during the winter months.
MyPass (Academic reports, transcripts, view diploma results, etc.)
MyPass.alberta.ca is a secure self-service website for Alberta students to:
-Order high school transcripts
-View diploma exam marks
-Register to write or rewrite diploma exams (with online payments)
-View and print Detailed Academic Reports (DAR)
-View progress towards a credential (diploma or certificate)
-Order additional copies of an awarded credential (in English or French)
-Get notifications for important messages
Please contact Workforce Development Help Desk for immediate myPass Signup/Access:
Phone: 780-427-5318, select option 1
Email: wfdhelpdesk@gov.ab.ca
Hours: 8:15 am to 4:30 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
MyPass can also be used to view and print an official record of who a student resides with and where they live. This may be required for some Canada Revenue Agency inquiries effective from school year 2017. More info on this below.
To sign up, Parent must have:
- the student's Alberta Student Number (ASN)
- the student's date of birth
- a current personal email address
Parents/Guardians may register for a MyPass connection for their child until the child reaches the age of 18. After that point, the parent connection expires and the student is then responsible for their own account.
There are many scholarships and awards that you may be eligible for. Some of these awards/scholarships have specific criteria and sometimes Redwater School staff will choose the recipient as it is a competition. In an effort to make the best decisions that we can, we need to know about the types of activities you participate within the school and in the community. As the year progresses please track your involvement according to the format below and submit it to Mrs. Geleta by May 1, 2024. You may not be considered for any awards if this form is not turned in.
Examples of criteria to receive an award could include:
Enrolled in a Post Secondary Program within one year of graduation
Scholarships - an average of 80% or higher and must use English Language Arts
30 credits in grade 12 year on timetable
Volunteerism
School Leadership
Positive Attitude
Hard Working
Community Involvement
Encourages other students
Strong School Spirit
Rutherford Qualifications - An average of 75% or higher and must use English Language Arts
Important Information:
Read the announcements for deadlines.
You are responsible for applying for your own awards unless specified.
Alberta Student Aid Website: https://studentaid.alberta.ca/
Some require teacher recommendations - give your teachers an appropriate amount of time to write a letter on your behalf.
There are awards for music, art, athletics, and community leadership as well as academics.
One or two of the awards and bursaries only require an average above 65%
The following website lists many of the scholarships and bursaries available: Apply for Free Money to Pay for School - alis
You can sign up at Scholarships Archive - Student Awards to look for scholarships and be notified of deadlines.
Your post secondary institution will also have awards you may qualify for.
You may need your official high school transcripts to be ordered from Alberta Education. They cost $10.00.
You need confirmation of enrollment from your post secondary institution.
Some awards require an essay.
Please come see Mrs. Geleta if you have any questions. Please note. The first question asked will be what have you done.
Please fill out and return to Mrs. Geleta by May 1, 2025 to be considered for scholarships/bursaries/awards that Redwater School Staff pick.
Name: ______________________________________________________________________
Personal Phone Number: _________________________ Email: ______________________
Awards/Bursaries/Scholarships I may be qualified for:
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School Involvement - List any teams, councils, volunteer activities, event planning, ect. that you were involved in.
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Community Involvement - List any volunteer work, team involvement, church involvement, youth groups, leadership activities ect. that you were involved in.
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Possible Scholarships - Independent of Redwater School
Alexander Rutherford Scholarship - Apply once official high school marks are available. The earlier the better!
Alexander Rutherford Scholarship | Alberta Student Aid
Sturgeon Public School Division Scholarships - Deadline: September 30, 2025
Scholarships | Sturgeon Public School Division
Sponsored Scholarships
https://www.sturgeon.ab.ca/division/scholarships
Scholarships Canada
Open Circle CTS Award - Deadline: February 28, 2025
OpenCircle Scholarship Program
Alberta High School Scholarship List - Various Deadlines
ALBERTA HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP LIST
Alberta Scholarships for Graduating High School Students
List of Alberta Scholarships for Graduating High School Students - Martin Shields
Student Awards
https://studentawards.com/scholarships/
MCSNet Scholarship - Applications start April 21, 2025
NCIA 2024 Scholarship
https://www.ncia.ab.ca/ncia-scholarship
Terry Fox Humanitarian Award - Deadline December 1, 2024
https://terryfoxawards.ca/applicant-information/
Dale Macmillan Memorial Scholarship - Deadline May 26, 2025
https://www.sturgeoncounty.ca/community-safety/scholarships/
Possible Scholarships - Various Reasons
https://www.sturgeon.ab.ca/division/scholarships
Those interested in attending:
Grant MacEwan https://www.macewan.ca/search/?q=scholarships
Nait NAIT Scholarship Opportunities
University of Alberta Tuition, Scholarships + Financial Support | Undergraduate Admissions + Programs
Concordia University of Edmonton Financial Aid & Awards
The King's University Scholarships and Bursaries - Edmonton
University of Alberta Scholarships: Entrance Scholarships | Undergraduate Admissions + Programs
Possible Scholarships/Awards/Bursaries picked by Redwater School Staff - Send appropriate documentation to Jennifer.Geleta@sturgeon.ab.ca
Schulich Leader Scholarships - Let Ms. Geleta know you are interested by January 6, 2025
Alberta Citizenship Awards
Frank Robinson Memorial Scholarship
Frank Robinson Memorial Scholarship
CANDO Award
The Maise Metrunec Grade 12 Scholarship
Scholarships | Sturgeon Public School Division
Konica Minolta Scholarship
Application Konica Minolta Scholarship
Baytex School Scholarship
Nutrien
Nutrien Social Studies Scholarship
Nutrien Community Leadership Scholarship
Wolf Midstream
Wolf Midstream Scholarships.pdf
Lions Legacy Scholarship - Deadline - September 30, 2025
Lions Legacy Scholarship Program
Redwater and District Agricultural Society Scholarship - Deadline: September 30, 2025 - See Ms. Geleta
Events
Volunteer Guidelines
We are grateful for the contributions of our volunteers who play a vital role in our school programs. To ensure a safe and supportive environment, all volunteers must complete the annual SPS Volunteer Guidelines and Confidentiality Agreement and adhere to confidentiality standards in line with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP). Additionally, roles involving sole supervision, such as field trips or coaching, require a criminal record check and vulnerable sector verification, renewed every three years.
The annual SPS Volunteer Guidelines and Confidentiality Agreement will be available for parents to complete through PowerSchool, where you normally complete permission forms. Volunteering is a privilege managed by the school Principal, who ensures that all volunteer work supports school staff efforts. We value your dedication and commitment to our students, our schools and our communities and look forward to continuing to welcome you into our schools.
For further details, please find the updated Administrative Procedure 315: Volunteers and its new exhibit - SPS Volunteer Guidelines and Confidentiality Agreement on our website