J.A. Williams High School

10/04/2026

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A huge congrats to our senior volleyball team teams for a successful tournament this past weekend.
Our sr boys won gold and the girls
bronze. Huge thanks to our volunteer coaches and all the fans who travelled to Athabasca to cheer on our teams.

10/02/2026

Check out these awesome Grade 9 shop projects! 🛞🔨

Our students have been hard at work in the Shark Tank building heavy-duty jack pads—a must-have accessory for anyone who owns a trailer!

Quick details:

Dimensions: Roughly 6” tall by 10.5” wide

Note: Each piece is handcrafted, so natural variations make every single one unique!
It’s all about building hands-on, practical skills here in the JA Williams Shark Tank. We are so proud of our student sharks for bringing these useful projects to life! 🦈✨

(Drop a comment or send a message if you'd like to grab one! $15)

09/29/2026

Hi Everyone,

What a whirlwind of a September it has been. Our school enrollment has gone up to 472 students for the year. We wanted to take the time to update you on some important dates and information for you regarding Parent Teacher interviews, checking on your child’s progress using PowerSchool and our next School Council meeting .

Meet the Teacher PTI Night: Wednesday, October 7 from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Please come by the school gym, say hello, and introduce yourself to your child’s teachers.
This is an opportunity to put a face to the name and build rapport as we continue to support your child’s educational growth.
Discuss your child’s strengths, areas of growth, and next steps, and better understand the classroom environment and how to support learning at home.
Info Sessions Offered During Meet the Teacher:
4:30 PM – Tour of JAWS (Mr. Abougouche): Meet in the front foyer area for a walkthrough of the building.
5:00 PM – Course Streams and High School Credits (Mrs. Gabriel & Mrs. Mah, Room 185): Learn about course streams (dash 1, 2, 3, 4), prerequisites, and post-secondary pathways.
5:30 PM – How to Use PowerSchool (Matt White and Mr. Abougouche, Room 184): Learn how to report attendance, check marks, and navigate the portal.
5:30 PM – Work Experience / RAP Green / Certificate (Missy Jacknife, Room 185): Brief information and Q&A session regarding these student opportunities.
6:00 PM – Grad Meeting for Grads & Parents/Guardians (Flex Area, Staff Grad Committee): Information session and committee formation for fundraising and planning for Grad on June 19th, 2027.
Check Your Child’s Grades and Progress on PowerSchool
Northern Lights Public Schools emphasizes PowerSchool Grades as its main source of communication. Grades are updated every 2–3 weeks.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your child’s teacher.
A detailed guide on how to access and use PowerSchool can be found here: https://www.nlpsab.ca/parents/parent-tools/parent-tools-powerschool-parent-portal
Parent Council Meeting: October 20th at 5:45 PM in the office. Please come join us.

09/21/2026

A special thank you to Portage College soccer team for coming out to join Mr. Nowicki’s outdoor recreation class

09/21/2026

Jaws Golf team competed today in Fort McMurray.
The team finished tied for fourth place.
Ethan Ball is off to provincials

09/17/2026

09/15/2026

TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT- 5:30 IN THE OFFICE CONFERENCE ROOM

Please come on out and join the community.

Looking to get involved and support our school? Join us for our upcoming JAWS PAC Meeting!

We’re actively looking for new members to bring fresh ideas, help with events, and support our students throughout the year. Whether you can give an hour a month or take on a bigger role, your voice matters!