News

High School Course Availability for the 2024-25 School…

Posted on July 2 2024

Course Availability for the 2024-25 School Year

October 2024 Newsletter

Posted on October 3 2024

See the link below to view our October Newsletter Click Here

Spirit Wear is NOW AVAILABLE!

Posted on September 16 2024

Please click the following link to view the store: OJSH Spirit Wear Store PLEASE NOTE:  - No money or order forms go to the office, all orders are made online. - Unfortunately, We do not have samples…

Terry Fox Run

Posted on September 10 2024

Onoway Jr Sr High School is getting ready for the 2024 Terry Fox School Run! We’re super excited to take part in this annual tradition that supports cancer research while building school spirit. Please…

September 2024- Newsletter

Posted on September 9 2024

Please click the following link to view our September Newsletter: Click to View

Coming Prepared

Posted on August 1 2024

Please click the following link to view our 2024-2025 school supply lists:  2024-2025 Supply Lists  

Welcome Back!

Posted on August 1 2024

Beginning the Year - Office Hours

Posted on August 1 2024

Please note, our office is open for new registrations and inquiries from August 26-30th, between the hours of 8am-4pm. Outside of these hours, please call (780) 967 2271 to reach our voicemail. We are…

Grad 2024 Livestream Link

Posted on June 27 2024

To watch our graduation ceremony Click : https://youtube.com/@ohslivestream8201/streams

What's Happening at OJSH - June

Posted on June 6 2024

Please click the following link to view our most recent newsletter: June Newsletter

Join us for Fun while FUNdraising!!

Posted on May 14 2024

Holding a casino is a significant fundraiser for Onoway Parents Educative Association (OPEA) withproceeds going towards our endeavours at Onoway Jr/Sr High School. As a thank you during your shift, food…

June 2024 Exam Schedule

Posted on May 9 2024

Please click the link below to view the 2024 Exam Schedule Exam Schedule Link

Career Exposure Summer Camps NOW OPEN FOR REGISTRATION!

Posted on May 2 2024

WHAT ARE CAREER EXPOSURE SUMMER CAMPS? Career Exposure Summer Camps give students a chance to earn high school credits and gain hands-on experience while developing skills, exploring a passion, or trying…

May Newsletter

Posted on May 1 2024

Read our May Newsletter HERE

Grade 7 Information Night

Posted on April 17 2024

What's Happening at OJSH - April 2024 Newsletter

Posted on April 4 2024

See below for our April newsletter Click here to view

March Newsletter - What's Happening at OJSH

Posted on February 29 2024

Please click the following link to view our latest newsletter:  March 2024 Newsletter

February Newsletter - What's Happening at OJSH

Posted on February 2 2024

Click below to view our newsletter: February 2024 Newsletter

January Newsletter - What's happening at OJSH

Posted on January 1 2024

Click the link below to view our January 2024 newsletter: January Newsletter

2023

December Newsletter - What's Happening at OJSH

Posted on December 1 2023

Click the link below to view our December 2023 newsletter: December Newsletter

School Bus Transportation and Winter Weather Conditions

Posted on November 30 2023

Preparing for cooler temperatures! It’s been a positively balmy November, but colder temperatures are in the forecast. With the changing of the season, families are reminded to dress warmly and prepare…

2023/2024 Basketball

Posted on November 2 2023

Basketball is Starting! The following open basketball gym times/pre-tryouts are happening on the following dates for grade 10-12 students. ***If you are playing volleyball you are not allowed to attend…

November Newsletter - What's Happening at OJSH

Posted on November 2 2023

Click the link below to view our Newsletter: November Newsletter

October Newsletter - What's Happening at OJSH

Posted on October 3 2023

Click the following link to view our newsletter: October 2023 Newsletter

Violence Threat Risk Assessment - Protocol

Posted on September 7 2023

Please note the following information which serves as fair notice to all school community members regarding Violence Threat Risk Assessment Protocol in NGPS

September Newsletter - 2023

Posted on September 6 2023

Please see the following link to view our September Newsletter! September Newsletter

Welcome Back!

Posted on June 29 2023

First day back for Junior High students: Sept 5th First day back for ALL students: Sept 6th See link for school supply lists: Coming Prepared

Read our June newsletter!

Posted on May 31 2023

Click here to view our June newsletter

Read our May Newsletter!

Posted on May 4 2023

Please click the following link to view our May newsletter: May Newsletter

Read our April Newsletter!

Posted on April 5 2023

Please click the following link to read our April newsletter: What's Happening at OJSH

Career Exposure Summer Boot Camps Return!

Posted on February 15 2023

  SAVE THE DATES: July 3 - 7 and July 10 - 14! Career Exposure Summer Boot Camps are gearing up for another exciting summer! Classes will be offered in two separate week long sessions: Session 1 - July…

February Newsletter

Posted on February 3 2023

The February 2023 newsletter is now available to read. Click THIS LINK to access it.

Happy New Year! The January 2023 Newsletter is ready…

Posted on January 10 2023

Please click on this LINK to read the first newsletter of 2023!

2022

Interested in coaching handball?

Posted on December 16 2022

OJSH is looking to start up handball teams at our school in the new year. If you are interested in coaching please contact Mr. Lougheed for more information. 

December Newsletter

Posted on December 2 2022

For the December edition of the newsletter please CLICK ON THIS LINK

School Bus Transportation and Inclement Weather

Posted on November 30 2022

Winter has arrived! As the snow flies and the temperatures drop, families are reminded to dress warmly and prepare for Winter busing conditions. To Run or not to Run? School Bus Transportation and Inclement…

November Newsletter

Posted on November 1 2022

Please follow this LINK to access the November 2022 OJSH newsletter.

October Newsletter and Cell Phone Policy Change

Posted on October 3 2022

Please read our October newsletter including the change to our cell phones policy HERE

September Newsletter

Posted on September 7 2022

Follow this LINK to read our September 2022 newsletter.

Technology Agreements Due This Week!!

Posted on September 5 2022

Last week the technology user agreement forms went home for parent/guardian signatures. Chromebooks and chargers will be signed out for the year to students who have this form to hand in AND returned…

Timetable changes for Senior High

Posted on August 22 2022

If you require changes to your timetable, Please click on THIS LINK to find out how to make changes and to see course availability.   Senior high students are expected to attend the classes they are…

We're back September 1 & 2!

Posted on August 20 2022

We hope you have had an amazing summer. Just a friendly reminder that Thursday, September 1st is a junior high day only. On September 2, all students are in attendance. Please note, information will be…

Office Hours for August

Posted on August 18 2022

Please note that our office is available for phone calls only on Monday August 29 from 9am-330pm. Tuesday we are closed due to professional development for all staff. You may email carla.lind@ngps.ca…

Summer Break June 30-August 31

Posted on June 27 2022

All the best to our students and their families for summer 2022! We look forward to welcoming students back on September 1 (Grade 8 & 9) and September 2nd for senior high. Have a safe and fun summer.…

June Newsletter and Exam Schedule

Posted on June 3 2022

Click the link to view our June Newsletter and Exam Schedule. June Newsletter

Grade 8 Parent Info Night

Posted on May 30 2022

If you have a child starting Grade 8 in the fall, please join us on June 9 for a Parent-info session!! Please have a look at our Grade 8 Parent and student slide show as well SLIDESHOW

May 2022 NEWSLETTER

Posted on May 4 2022

To view our May newsletter click the link HERE

APRIL NEWSLETTER

Posted on April 6 2022

For the short, but informative April Newsletter, click HERE.

MARCH NEWSLETTER

Posted on March 4 2022

The March 2022 Newsletter can be found HERE

2021-22 Return to Normal Plan

Posted on February 16 2022

The Division's COVID-19 Plan has been updated in response to the province's February 8 announcement to lift several COVID-19 health measures. Please visit our information page for complete information.

FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER

Posted on February 4 2022

The February newsletter can be found by clicking this LINK

ngpsTALK Register today!

Posted on January 21 2022

Welcome to ngpsTALK! A space where parents, students, staff and community members can share their ideas and feedback on a variety of topics affecting our school division. Your voice is important! ngpsTALK…

Students return to in-person learning on January 10

Posted on January 10 2022

On December 30, 2021, Alberta's Education Minister announced that the pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 student winter break would be extended to January 10 provincewide, and that January Diploma Examinations…

January News, Exam Schedule, & Protocols Update

Posted on January 7 2022

Hello to Students and Families! The January Newsletter can be found HERE and contains important information regarding the return to school in light of the latest covid variant. There is plenty of helpful…

UPDATE January Exam Schedule

Posted on January 6 2022

January's final exam schedule has changed in light of the extra week of break and cancellation of diploma exams. Please note that the last day of regular senior high classes will be Friday, January 21. …

2021

December Newsletter

Posted on December 6 2021

The December newsletter can be found right here Best wishes to all for the holiday season and the New Year!

November Newsletter

Posted on November 4 2021

The November Newsletter is available here.

October Newsletter

Posted on October 6 2021

Click the link for the October Newsletter

September Newsletter!

Posted on September 3 2021

The September 2021 newsletter is now available. Read it here!

UPDATE: Masks required in school common spaces

Posted on September 3 2021

Starting Tuesday, September 7, all students, staff and visitors will be required to wear a non-medical face mask in school common spaces like hallways, washrooms and other spaces where people are close…

New Year, New Ways

Posted on August 31 2021

Welcome back to Junior Highs on September 1, and to everyone on September 2. Please look under the covid-19 tab for information about our general routines for this fall that align with the NGPS Back to…

Daily health screening for all students and staff

Posted on August 31 2021

We all have a part to play in keeping our school communities healthy. Screening daily for illness is an important action we can take to support our schools. Alberta Health Daily Checklist Before coming…

High School Course Changes

Posted on August 27 2021

Please click the link to get information on adding/changing your senior high course schedule for 2021-2022 SH Course Changes      

Can't Log In To Power School?

Posted on August 26 2021

Student passwords are being reset at 1pm today, Monday August 30th. Parents will receive an email and a phone call with instructions on how to assist their child in making a new password. Once the new…

NGPS 2021-22 Back to School Plan

Posted on August 24 2021

NGPS's 2021-22 Back to School Plan outlines the strategies and health measures the Division will follow in supporting the health and safety of students and staff. As always, we remain committed to providing…

Supply Lists

Posted on August 24 2021

School Supply List

School Starts September 1st for Grades 8 & 9 Only…

Posted on August 17 2021

Summer 2021

Posted on June 28 2021

We wish all OJSH Students , Parents and Staff a safe summer . Report cards will be available in the mail.  Office and administrative staff will be available by phone or visit to school by Wednesday August…

GRAD 2021

Posted on June 23 2021

This link on our web page will have pictures and updates for Grad 2021   Pictures and links to speeches will be posted  The video of June 25 2021 will be posted .

Summer 2021 Work experience

Posted on June 18 2021

STUDENTS WANTING TO DO SUMMER WORK EXPERIENCE - see Ms. Dundas to register and pick up your paperwork.  YOU MUST BE REGISTERED IN WORK EXPERIENCE IN ORDER TO EARN CREDITS IN THE COURSE OVER THE SUMMER.

Grade 8 Transition Parent and Student Slideshow

Posted on June 9 2021

To view Onoway Jr/Sr High Transition Slideshow follow this link.

June 2021 newsletter

Posted on June 7 2021

The OJSH June 2021 Newsletter is posted 

Division announces new Superintendent of Schools

Posted on May 27 2021

The Board of Trustees is pleased to announce that following an extensive Canada wide search, Mr. Kevin Bird has been appointed as the new Superintendent of Northern Gateway Public Schools, effective July…

Education Week 2021!

Posted on May 3 2021

It has been over a full year since NGPS began adapting to the challenges of delivering education in the context of a pandemic.   This year, we want to take the opportunity to celebrate the many hands,…

Register NOW for the 2021-22 school year!

Posted on April 22 2021

Your educational journey is our inspiration! At Northern Gateway Public Schools, we understand that every student is unique. Teachers, support staff and leadership work together to create personalized,…

OJSH admin for September 2021 -Principal and Assistant…

Posted on April 13 2021

Administrator Announcements for The 2021-2022 School Year With the impending retirement of Principal Lobo, Onoway Junior Senior High School had to fill the vacancy he will be leaving. We are pleased to…

Quarter 3 survey feedback

Posted on March 17 2021

OJSH QUARTER 3 survey- The quarter 3 survey has been completed by 57 students and 75 parents. Thanks to those who participated. There were various reasons to support the 2 classes per day quarter system,…

Celebrating our Substitute Teachers!

Posted on March 8 2021

Thank you to all of our substitute teachers! Whether you are coming to the rescue in person, or online, you provide incredible support to NGPS students and staff year-round. You are a crucial member of…

MARCH 2021 NEWSLETTER

Posted on March 1 2021

THE OJSH MARCH 2021 newsletter is posted on the website  https://www.onowayhigh.ca/download/332830

OJSH Semester 2 changes - Document

Posted on January 21 2021

This document explains the changes that OJSH is making for Semester 2 of the 2020/21 school year . Please review the document attached for further details   http://www.onowayhigh.ca/download/320277…

2020

To Run or Not to Run? School Bus Transportation and…

Posted on November 10 2020

Preparing for Winter temperatures and road conditions With Winter weather upon us, families are reminded to take necessary precautions for inclement or severe weather. When the safety of transporting…

Oct 23, 2020 Awards event pictures, program and video

Posted on October 24 2020

 Video from our 2019/20 event from Oct 23, 2020  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGpIfq63Pbc   Program -  http://www.onowayhigh.ca/download/308385   PDF of awards winners-/ parent volunteers and…

LINK for Awards Webcast Oct 23, 2020

Posted on October 23 2020

OJSH Awards presentation- in the afternoon of October 23 from 12:30 pm till 3:20pm can be viewed at this link updated at 12:15 pm https://youtu.be/TGpIfq63Pbc

Awards Friday Oct 23, 2020

Posted on October 16 2020

AWARDS NIGHT, Friday Oct 23rd. OJSH awards presentation for 2019/20 (last year) will take place Friday, Oct 23rd in Bl 3 and 4.  Gr 8 and 9 presentations in Block 3. Gr 10-12 presentations  in Bl 4.…

OJSH October 2020 Newsletter

Posted on October 9 2020

The October 2020 newsletter is under this tab

Keeping Our Children Safe - By Tammy Charko

Posted on October 8 2020

Keeping Our Children Safe -Online

EVERY CHILD MATTERS: Phyllis Webstad and the story…

Posted on September 29 2020

Orange Shirt Day began in 2013 to honour Residential School survivors and their families, to remember those children who didn't come home and to encourage and support awareness of the individual, family…

COVID-19 Information - Student illness STAY AT HOME…

Posted on September 18 2020

This summary, based on the September 2020 Government of Alberta update, COVID-19 Symptom-Student illness, provides further clarity to parents about the ‘isolation’ period or ‘stay home and minimize…

NON-MEDICAL FACE MASKS: WHY USE? WHAT TO CONSIDER?…

Posted on September 11 2020

NGPS 2020-21 COVID-19 Re-entry Handbook updated September 10, 2020. To read more on the NGPS Mask Protocol please see Section 1 - Provincial Health Measures, Pages 9-14 of the Handbook. WHY USE A NON-MEDICAL…

Daily health screening required for all NGPS staff…

Posted on August 27 2020

We all have a role to play in keeping schools healthy. Before coming to school each day, all staff and students must use the Government of Alberta's screening questionnaire - the COVID-19 Alberta Health…

WELCOME BACK! School starts next week!

Posted on August 19 2020

Board approves change to 2020-21 school year calendar. The first day of school is Wednesday, Sept 2; however, many schools have staggered start dates. Schools will share information with you specific…

School health measures now include mandatory masks

Posted on August 6 2020

On August 4, 2020, the Government of Alberta announced that the use of masks will be required when students and staff return to school.  Students from Grades 4 through 12 will be required to wear masks…

EDITED Re-entry: Students will return to In-school…

Posted on July 22 2020

The Government of Alberta announced yesterday that students will return to in-school classes under Scenario 1, with near-normal daily operations and added health measures. This means that daily in-school…

Looking Ahead! NGPS releases 2020-21 COVID-19 Re-entry…

Posted on July 8 2020

As promised, we are pleased to share the Northern Gateway Public Schools, 2020-21 COVID-19 Re-entry Handbook. The Handbook will guide our collective response to COVID-19 and operations for the 2020-21…

OJSH student wins GOLD - Skills Canada-Provincial…

Posted on June 11 2020

OJSH Student wins Skills Alberta Gold Mr. Ryan Siemens-OJSH Mechanics /Fabrication teacher As 2020 throws more and more curveballs our way, a sense of what we have lost seems to loom in the back of our…

Division surveys students, staff and families on re-entry…

Posted on June 1 2020

Northern Gateway Public Schools (NGPS) is planning for the 2020-21 school year and what it may look like for students, staff and families. While any return to school will be managed under the guidelines…

Proof of Residence required for NGPS students

Posted on April 23 2020

As part of the regular registration process, proof of residence is now required for all Northern Gateway Public Schools students. Parents will be required to provide a copy of their resident legal land…

UPDATE MARCH 29, 2020 - 9:28 a.m. Funding to School…

Posted on March 29 2020

  On March 28, 2020, the Education Minister announced that resources to school divisions will be adjusted to match an at-home learning environment. At this time, Alberta school divisions are expected…

HOW ARE YOU DOING?

Posted on March 27 2020

No, really. How are YOU doing? Take a pause... and think …. how are you doing? Let’s take a moment to do a self- assessment: How is your heart rate? How quick are your breaths? Your shoulders: how…

Continuing Student Learning

Posted on March 24 2020

As shared by the Minister of Education last week, all Kindergarten to Grade 12 students will continue to receive learning opportunities at home, either through online means or through other accommodations,…

COVID-19 UPDATE MARCH 20, 2020 - 10:32 a.m. - Important…

Posted on March 20 2020

**Grade 12 Diploma Exams canceled. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought unprecedented change to us all. It has also brought us together. Our entire NGPS staff family has been working hard to develop instructional…

Letter from Principal Lobo re: COVID 19 class cancellations…

Posted on March 19 2020

March 19, 2020 To: Students and Parents/Guardians of OJSH From:   Principal Lobo  RE:       COVID 19 class cancellations and program continuity I appreciate the patience the OJSH community has…

COVID-19 UPDATE MARCH 18, 2020 - 3:00 p.m. - Information…

Posted on March 18 2020

The school division appreciates your patience and resilience in the face of this unprecedented interruption in the normal operations of public education in the province. We realize that the school closure…

OJSH Updates due to COVID 19

Posted on March 17 2020

Grad Photos scheduled for March 25/26  have been cancelled. OJSH is working with the photographer to reschedule day(s).  OJSH will keep you informed on this website as to changes of dates.  Picking…

COVID-19 UPDATE MARCH 16, 2020 Information for Families…

Posted on March 16 2020

While many parents have questions regarding yesterday’s update and the closure of schools in the province of Alberta, there are still many uncertainties for all of us as learning communities and Alberta…

COVID-19 UPDATE MARCH 15, 2020 All K-12 Classes Canceled

Posted on March 15 2020

As of March 15, 2020, the Government of Alberta has announced a province-wide school closure. All classes are canceled indefinitely. Children are expected to stay home. The safety of our students and…

Talented Photographer in Grade 8

Posted on March 2 2020

OJSH has  many talented and accomplished students in and out of the classroom. One of our students has a passion for photography. Kaylee Salter is in Grade 8 at OJSH and already she is showing an amazing…

OJSH Student attends Encounters With Canada

Posted on March 2 2020

Encounters with Canada (EWC) is a unique opportunity for teens aged 14 to 17 to meet other young Canadians. Students spend a week in Ottawa, sight-seeing, learning and participating in special activities…

OJSH Junior High Basketball Season Finishes with Big…

Posted on February 27 2020

Congratulations to the junior high boys and girls basketball teams and their coaches on a great GCAA tournament in Whitecourt on Wednesday, February 26th. Both junior basketball teams had stellar performances…

Pink Shirt Day is Feb 26

Posted on February 13 2020

Pink Shirt Day is an anti-bullying movement that is celebrated around the world, every year, on the last Wednesday in February. As schools, we teach, model and practice kindness, empathy and inclusion…

Alberta Education’s Accountability Pillar 2020

Posted on January 13 2020

If you have a student in Grade 10 at OJSH, you will be receiving - or have received - an Accountability Pillar Survey from Alberta Education in the mail.  It is important for our school to get feedback…

Bell Let's Talk

Posted on January 13 2020

How Can You Take Care of Your Child’s Mental Health?  

School Bus Transportation and Inclement Weather

Posted on January 13 2020

To run or not to run? Winter weather and driving conditions bring questions about school bus transportation. Are the buses running today? Should the buses be running today? Why aren’t the buses running…

2019

OJSH “Turkey Dinner Day” and December Wrap-up

Posted on December 20 2019

December is always a fun yet hectic month at OJSH. Lessons, homework, quizzes and exams continue as it all leads up to end of semester exams in January. But, December is also Christmas-time where students…

Impact of the Provincial Budget

Posted on December 6 2019

Northern Gateway Public Schools is facing a budget shortfall this school year. While Maintenance and Transportation Funding will receive modest increases, the loss of Class Size, School Fee and Classroom…

On-line Ordering for Spirit-Wear

Posted on November 26 2019

The OJSH Athletics Department has set up on-line ordering for Mustangs and OJSH Spirit-wear! You can now purchase items at your leisure, anywhere, any time. It’s a great way to show your school and…

OJSH Student chosen as an All-Canadian TITAN

Posted on November 19 2019

For several years, Nissan Canada and the Canadian Football League have worked together to help train and motivate the next generation of Canadian football players. In partnership with the CFL, Nissan…

OJSH Remembrance Day for Students 2019

Posted on November 15 2019

OJSH held its annual Remembrance Day service for students, staff and student and community members on Thursday, November 7th. Principal Lobo led the solemn occasion as Master of Ceremonies. The Onoway…

QLE: The Heart of Teaching and Learning is Quality…

Posted on November 14 2019

There are many supports in place to enhance the Quality Learning Environment (QLE) for NGPS students. Quality Pedagogy, or the practice of teaching, is a main focus, as it is the heart of teaching and…

Basketball Season Begins

Posted on November 7 2019

Volleyball  finished for the season with the last games played November 6th. On November 5th, the Senior Girls once again, were crowned GCAA Champs. The next day, November 6th, the Junior Boys hosted…

OJSH Students attend Welding Competition

Posted on October 28 2019

Students from nine Edmonton-area high schools, including OJSH,  were at the CLAC Member Centre on Saturday, October 26, 2019, for the Wicked Welding competition. This is an annual event sponsored by…

Book Illustrator Visits OJSH

Posted on October 24 2019

October has been designated Canadian Library Month. To mark this event, on October 23rd, OJSH Librarian Mrs. Pederson arranged for a special guest speaker for Mrs. Walker’s Grade 8 and 9 Art classes.…

QLE: How a Culture of Wellness supports student learning…

Posted on October 23 2019

Mental, Social and Physical well-being impact learning. A Culture of Wellness, with a focus on these three domains, is foundational to developing a Quality Learning Environment (QLE) within Northern Gateway…

Emergency Response Planning in NGPS Schools

Posted on October 17 2019

Schools are considered to be one of the safest places in our communities. However, an emergency can occur anywhere at any time. During an emergency, our first priority is the safety of our students and…

The Focus of the Quality Learning Environment is Learner…

Posted on October 10 2019

The focus of the Quality Learning Environment (QLE) is student or learner centered. Everything we do as Educators, from how we teach and what resources we use, to how we assess learning and plan for instruction,…

OJSH Cross-Country Athletes Compete in Zones

Posted on October 10 2019

Cross-country Zones were held in Athabasca on October 10th. In spite of a very chilly day, our athletes did great and students and staff managed to stay warm! The OJSH Junior High team consisted of Noah…

How is your child supported in a Quality Learning…

Posted on October 9 2019

NGPS students supported in Quality Learning Environments

Posted on October 3 2019

The Quality Learning Environment (QLE) in NGPS is our commitment to assure learners are successful and learners are supported.  The core elements of the QLE are made up of quality pedagogy (the practice…

Every Child Matters

Posted on September 29 2019

In the spirit of reconciliation and hope Orange Shirt Day is a legacy of the St. Joseph Mission (SJM) residential school commemoration event held in Williams Lake, BC, Canada, in the spring of 2013. It…

EDUCATION/CAREER EXPO

Posted on September 25 2019

Attention all OJSH students Gr. 9 and higher!!  On Thursday, Oct. 3rd, from 7:00 to 8:30, we will hosting an ELAA Education and Career Expo here at OJSH.  The evening consists of representatives from…

Safe at School: HOLD AND SECURE

Posted on September 19 2019

Being safe at school means working together with our community partners, parents and first responders. Understanding the terminology that schools and responders use can help. Hold and Secure means classes…

An Exciting Start to a New School Year

Posted on September 18 2019

The new school year is well underway at OJSH.  Sports, teams, and clubs in addition to a whole new set of classes are proving to be exciting for students as they meet old friends, make new friends, and…

OJSH Welcomes new SRO

Posted on September 17 2019

The new school year at OJSH brings us a new SRO – Student Resource Officer. OJSH welcomes Cst. Jim Duncan who replaces last year’s SRO Cst. Shawn Cherwaty. Cst. Cherwaty accepted a new assignment…

Mustangs Volleyball

Posted on August 29 2019

Onoway Volleyball Tryouts 2019       Sr. Boys Tryouts:     Wednesday Sept 4th 6:00-8:00pm  (Grades 10-12)          Thursday Sept. 5th 4:00-5:30pm Sr. Girls Final Tryout: (Open to invites…

Graduation 2019 Becomes a Reality

Posted on June 28 2019

Last September, it seemed graduation day for OJSH Grade 12 students was still a far off dream with lots of time to determine courses, work on assignments, socialize with friends and enjoy being the senior…

Wrap-up Activities to the School Year

Posted on June 21 2019

Students are busy studying and writing final exams during the last week of school at OJSH.  Gone are the days of the last-day-of-school picnic or field trip or class party. But, that is not to say there…

 National Indigenous Peoples Day

Posted on June 21 2019

June 21st is National Indigenous Peoples Day. On this day, all Canadians celebrate the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. OJSH offered Onoway…

Salute to our 2019 graduates!

Posted on June 18 2019

As you stand in this very special place, marking both an ending and a beginning, we hope you pause to enjoy the magnitude of your achievement. From your first moments in Kindergarten, to your adventures…

Survey: Alternate Seat Fee for school bus transportation

Posted on June 12 2019

Please share your thoughts with us in this short 3-question survey! Click here to take the three minute survey! Northern Gateway Public Schools is looking to find out how many parents/guardians are interested…

Summer Boot Camps for Students!

Posted on June 6 2019

Explore your options this summer in technology, the trades, business, health sciences, the arts and more! Registration is now open for our Career Exposure Summer Boot Camps! Click here to register! These…

Onoway Legion presents Remembrance Poster Awards to…

Posted on May 29 2019

One of the commitments the Royal Canadian Legion has made is ensuring youth understand and continue the tradition of Remembrance. Through the Legion's Annual Poster and Literary Contests, students across…

Mustangs Cheerleading

Posted on May 28 2019

On May 14th and May 30th, we held our first Mustangs Cheer Team practices!  These two practices were dubbed "Try Cheer" to give students a chance to try the sport without any commitment.  We had 8 students…

Ten new teachers inducted to the profession!

Posted on May 10 2019

Ten NGPS teachers were officially welcomed into the profession last night following the near completion of their first year of teaching. Each year in NGPS, first year teachers, and teachers who are new…

It's Education Week!

Posted on April 29 2019

Alberta celebrates Education Week! The first Alberta School Week (Education Week) was held December 2–8, 1928. Its purpose then, as it is now, is to call attention to the importance of education and…

OJSH Hosts Junior High Badminton Tournament

Posted on April 17 2019

On Monday, April 15th, OJSH hosted a  badminton tournament for junior high teams. OJSH teams did exceptionally well during the tournament. Thank you to Mr. Daly (coach), Mr. Blount and to Mr. Eastman…

OJSH Students Achieve Credentials through the Green…

Posted on April 15 2019

One opportunity at OJSH that many students find valuable is the Green Certificate agricultural training program. The Green Certificate program uses an apprenticeship style of delivery in which students…

Amanda Oling: The Impact of One Decision

Posted on April 9 2019

Introduced by Grade 12 student Hailey Whalen, Amanda Oling presented her powerful presentation on the consequences of impaired driving to the students of OJSH on Monday, April 8th. Amanda’s powerful…

Art in Education at OJSH

Posted on April 2 2019

Art is a popular option class for students at OJSH. Art classes at OJSH don’t just mean drawing and painting. Art classes engage students in art history, form and design. There is sculpting, clay work,…

Education Planning 2019-22

Posted on March 21 2019

NGPS held its annual 3 Year Education Planning session with division leadership, trustees and school principals on March 18. Superintendent Kevin Andrea says it was an opportunity to reflect on the…

Culture Sharing at OJSH

Posted on March 14 2019

Over the past year, OJSH has had many guests coming into our school to speak to our students about a variety of topics. March 12th and 13th , however,  were especially interesting and valuable for students…

Basketball Season a Success

Posted on March 11 2019

OJSH Senior High Basketball teams wrapped up their seasons at Zones over the weekend in Devon.  The Senior Boys fell to Mayerthorpe on Friday in a close game. However, the team ended things off with…

The Hon. Oneil Carlier Presents Atlases to OJSH

Posted on February 22 2019

On February 21st, OJSH was pleased to welcome the Hon. Oneil Carlier, MLA for Whitecourt-Ste. Anne to our school. Mr. Carlier and Principal Lobo visited Mr. Millar’s Grade 9 Social Studies class. There,…

Responsive Instruction in Quality Learning Environments

Posted on February 15 2019

Building a culture of excellence through Quality Learning Environments (QLE) Key Domain: Responsive Instruction Responsive Instruction considers the needs of all learners so they can achieve success,…

NGPS awarded Mental Health Capacity Building funding…

Posted on February 14 2019

In-house mental health and wellness supports for students, staff and families important part of NGPS vision Funded by Alberta Health Services, and coordinated by Northern Gateway Public Schools (NGPS),…

Onoway Grad Fair

Posted on January 24 2019

In preparation for Grad 2019, Grad Fair will, this year, be scheduling appointments for personal shopping.  Grad Fair is offering repurposed gently used attire for both women and men. Book your appointment…

Encounters with Canada

Posted on January 22 2019

Encounters with Canada is a unique opportunity for Canadian teenagers to meet other young people from across the country. Teens spend an educational and adventure-filled week in Ottawa, sightseeing, exploring,…

OJSH Band Program Hosts Special Guests

Posted on January 15 2019

The OJSH band program had a very busy the week ending January 11th. OJSH was honoured to host three very special guests, culminating in a concert Friday evening, January 11th in the school gym. OJSH had…

Mustang Sports Update: Basketball Games

Posted on January 8 2019

Date Team Location Opponent Activity Game Times Jan 9th Sr Boys + Girls Onoway RF Staples Game 4:30/6:00 B/G Jan 11 Sr Boys + Girls Barrhead   Tournament 12:30 Jan 11 Jr Boys + Girls Whitecourt   Tournament…

2018

Merry Christmas!

Posted on December 18 2018

Wishing you all the joys of the holiday season! May this season bring you the joy of sharing, the warmth of community and the love of family and friends. From our family to yours, warm wishes for a bright…

The Annual OJSH Winter Concert and Art Show

Posted on December 10 2018

On the evening of December 6th, OJSH held its annual Winter Concert and Art Show. Once again, it was a successful evening as the audience of about 250 parents and community members enjoyed the sounds…

OJSH Supports Christmas Charities

Posted on December 4 2018

Although Christmas is usually a time of fun and joyful festivities, of sharing good food and sweet treats, of creating warm memories with loved ones, it is also a time of giving – not just to family…

HOJA Entertains at OJSH

Posted on November 16 2018

On November 15th, OJSH students and staff were entertained by HOJA. HOJA is a Canadian acapella group originally based out of Saskatoon, Sask. The singers of HOJA have entertained over 900,000 students…

OJSH Remembrance Day Ceremony

Posted on November 14 2018

OJSH held its annual Remembrance Day service for school staff and student and community members on Thursday, November 8th. Teacher Roy Burghardt led the solemn occasion as Master of Ceremonies. The Onoway…

Wicked Welding Competition

Posted on October 22 2018

On Saturday, October 20th, OJSH Fabrication teacher Mr. Van Camp took four senior high students to the third annual Wicked Welding event at the CLAC Welding Training Centre in Edmonton. Wicked Welding,…

Awards Night 2018

Posted on October 15 2018

On Friday, October 12th, students, parents and teachers gathered to recognize the achievements of the 2017/2018 school year at Onoway Junior Senior High School. The Annual Awards Night recognized school…

Junior High Co-ed Flag Football

Posted on October 3 2018

The Mustangs Flag Football teams put in an outstanding performance in Whitecourt on October 2nd.   The Grade 8 team played well all day and finished 3rd in their division. In the competitive division,…

Students in the Spotlight: Bold Eagle, Football &…

Posted on October 1 2018

Carson Bigchild attends Bold Eagle OJSH grade 12 student Carson Bigchild had the opportunity to take part in the Bold Eagle program this summer from early July to late August. Bold Eagle is a unique summer…

Hour-Zero: Keeping Students and Staff Safe

Posted on September 25 2018

Building a culture of preparedness - NGPS joins forces with Hour-Zero Student and staff safety is an extremely important part of what we do at Northern Gateway Public Schools, from playground equipment…