Red Deer Public Schools

Back to school can be challenging for many families, but you can make a difference! United Way Central Alberta's Tools for School program provides students in our community with the supplies they need to learn and succeed, and they need your help.

👉 Donate new school supplies
👉 Make a financial contribution
👉 Share this post to spread the word

Every pencil, notebook, and backpack adds up to brighter futures for kids in our community. To learn more, visit https://buff.ly/A0yp9Xo.

Still soaking up summer? We've got one thing you can check off your list before September!

The 2026–2027 Red Deer Public Schools calendar is available, making it easy to plan for the upcoming school year. From the first day of classes and holidays to professional learning days and school breaks, you'll find all the key dates in one place.

To learn more, visit https://buff.ly/GBnNCgy.

📣 Calling all young first time bus riders📣

Join us on Aug. 11 from 3-7 PM at St. Joseph High School for the annual First Rider program, aimed at youngsters who will be riding the school bus for the first time this fall.

At the free, drop in event, students will have an opportunity to watch a school bus safety video; learn how to ride the bus safely; practice safely entering and exiting a school bus; experience a short school bus ride; and participate in an emergency evacuation.

For more information, visit https://buff.ly/Yq286ii.

Congratulations to the 79 Grade 2 students who graduated from Reading College this year!

Through hard work, determination and the support of dedicated teachers, staff and families, these young readers have reached an exciting milestone on their literacy journey. Every page turned, every new word learned and every story discovered has helped build a strong foundation for lifelong learning.

We are so proud of all of our Reading College graduates and can't wait to see where their love of reading takes them next. Keep reading, keep exploring and keep dreaming!

Congratulations to the inaugural graduating class of the Red Deer Public Schools Fire Academy!

Last month, we proudly celebrated the very first group of students to complete our Fire Academy program - a milestone for our students, our Division and our community.

Over several months, these dedicated students challenged themselves both in the classroom and through hands-on firefighter training, building the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to succeed in emergency services and beyond.

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible partners at The City of Red Deer Emergency Services for helping make this one-of-a-kind learning experience possible.

⛳️ Tee up for a great cause on August 14! ⛳️

The Foundation for Red Deer Public Schools is gearing up for our second annual Golf Tournament at Alberta Springs Golf Resort - and we need YOU! Whether you're a pro with a killer swing or just in it for the laughs, it's all about supporting students in our community.

We’re looking for:
🟢 Teams to hit the greens
🟢 Sponsors to help us shine
🟢 Silent auction items to boost our impact

Get the details, sign up, and help us drive student success. Visit https://buff.ly/aGX1dlN to learn more.

One week down and what a fantastic start to Reading College!

This summer, we're excited to welcome more than 80 Grade 2 students who are spending their week building confidence, strengthening their reading skills and discovering the joy of books.

It's been wonderful to see so much learning, curiosity and enthusiasm in our classrooms. A big thank you to our dedicated staff for creating engaging learning experiences and to our students for bringing their best each day.

We have released the final 'You Said, We Heard, We Did' report from our Classroom Complexity Engagement. The initiative was a Division-wide consultation that gathered input from students, staff and families about the realities facing today’s classrooms and the supports needed to help all students succeed.

To learn more, visit https://buff.ly/VFpMRpE.