As we approach the end of December and the holiday season, I want to share my heartfelt gratitude with each of you. It is a privilege to work alongside such a dedicated and talented team who show up each day with a commitment to excellence and care for our students, our buildings, and our staff.
The first four months of this school year have been filled with energy, challenges, and meaningful successes. Whether you're teaching in classrooms, supporting students through extracurriculars, maintaining our facilities and technology, driving buses, supporting staff, preparing meals, keeping our offices running smoothly, or working behind the scenes in countless other ways, your efforts create an environment where students can thrive and succeed. Your creativity, hard work, and collaboration are the foundation of everything we achieve as a division.
During my visits to schools and departments over the past months, I have witnessed firsthand the incredible work being done and the positive impact each of you has on our students and school communities. Whether through big moments or small gestures, your care and dedication shine through, and it is truly making a difference.
I know many of you balance the demands of work with the busyness of life outside of school. Whether it’s personal commitments, family responsibilities, or other pursuits, your ability to show up each day with focus, care, and dedication is truly inspiring. Thank you for everything you contribute to making our schools and communities stronger.
As we move into the holiday break, I hope you take this opportunity to rest, recharge, and spend time with your loved ones. May this season bring you moments of peace, joy, and the chance to create lasting memories that will carry you into the New Year with renewed energy and optimism.
On behalf of Buffalo Trail Public Schools, thank you for your dedication and for being an essential part of our team. Wishing you a Merry Christmas, a happy holiday season, and a New Year filled with health, happiness, and continued success.
Be well,
Michelle
Book Club meets Thursdays at lunch for those who wish to gather to share their thoughts on different novels they may be reading, or find ideas of what they’d like to read. It is most popular among Grades nine and ten this year.
Awards Night: Mr. Mike Webb on behalf of Webb’s of Vermilion presented Owen H. an award for the CTS Industrial Education 20/30.
A group of diverse students have formed a group called the JR Robson Interact Club, which is an off-shoot of the Rotary Club. Together they plan to do great things for the school, local area, and eventually even international communities.
Staff serving up our Annual Pancake Breakfast to students, bus drivers, and other invited guests. The large meal was cooked by school staff and generous community members on the last day of school before the Christmas (Winter) break. It was also PJ Day. Later in the day, there were fun activities planned.
The calendar was developed using the BTPS framework as set out in 302.1AP Calendar Guidelines.
The 2025-2026 School Year calendar can be found on the BTPS website here.
Dual Credit Opportunities
Buffalo Trail Public Schools (BTPS) is excited to partner with Lakeland College to offer Dual Credit Programs starting in Semester 2 on February 3, 2025! Dual Credit provides Grade 12 students with the opportunity to begin their first-year university or college courses while still in high school—at no cost. This unique program allows students to get a head start on their post-secondary education while exploring potential career paths.
Programs offered include Carpentry, Automotive Service Technician, and Sociology, opening doors to real-world career paths in fields such as Construction & Design, Automotive Technology, and areas like Law, Business, Healthcare, and more.
To learn more or to sign up, visit here or contact your school principal.
December Highlights
We look forward to continuing to support you with all things pedagogy and planning! If you need support or want to collaborate, get in touch with an innovation coach!
Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday season!
See you in the New Year!
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
On behalf of the BTPS Department of Inclusive Learning, we wish all of you and your families the very best possible Christmas - holiday season ever! Please take some time for yourselves (you deserve it!!) and also please be sure that you take the time to connect and share with those that you love the most. Create the memories that will last a lifetime and also that you may call upon, on those days when you need a “safe, happy, special place” to go to.
Please take care, be safe, be happy, be restful ...and do something FUN!!! Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year!!! From the BTPS Department of Inclusive Learning
Winter Walk Day 2025
Registration for Winter Walk Day 2025 is now open, so click below to get your registration in and cross one thing off of your year-end to-do list!
Staying active and getting fresh air is as important as ever, so we're looking forward to a great Winter Walk Day in February!
