David Thompson Secondary School

We're nearing the end of the school year and have a few important events coming before we wrap up for summer!

Upcoming events at DTSS:
June 22- School-wide Indigenous events including art showcase in the Library
June 24- Grad March @ 5:00 from the Rusty Moose (The Artym Gallery) to Pothole Park
June 25- Grad Ceremony @ 5:00 pm in the Gym

This weekend the Senior Theatre presents Radium Girls, a few tickets are still available at Stolen Church for both nights!

Last day the Rocky Mountain Café is open is on Wednesday!

We had an amazing day visiting Foundry in Cranbrook!
Foundry is an incredible organization that supports youth and their families from ages 12 to 24, offering a wide range of services all under one roof.
Twelve students from DTSS joined nine students from Open Doors for the visit, where we had the opportunity to tour the facility and meet several of the dedicated service providers who work there.
It was a meaningful day filled with learning, connection, and inspiration. We’re so grateful for the warm welcome and for all the important work Foundry does in supporting young people in our community.

DTSS students had an incredible opportunity this week exploring the trades programs at the College of the Rockies in Cranbrook!
From state-of-the-art equipment to hands-on learning spaces, students got a firsthand look at the many exciting career paths available in the trades. A huge thank you to the knowledgeable and welcoming staff who made the visit so informative and inspiring.
Contact Student Services at DTSS for information about our trades programs.

This week Mr. Cortes's Science 8 class explored density by building colorful density towers. Students tested liquids, made predictions, and watched layers form based on mass and volume.

The DTSS Saddle Academy is about so much more than horses!
Our students are learning about a wide variety of animals including cattle, sheep, goats, chickens, turkeys, pigs, rabbits, ducks, and more while gaining hands-on experience with agriculture and real-world farming practices.
For more information and/ or to register for the 2026/27 session please contact [email protected].

Our Careers 9 students in Mr. Cortes’s class explored neurographic art, a meditative, stress‑reducing art style that encourages mindfulness and self‑expression. Take a look at the thoughtful and creative results. Great work, everyone!