News
2020
Merry Christmas!
Posted on Dec. 18, 2020Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the staff at DTHS! Online Classes Resume January 4/21. In School Classes Resume January 11/21. Have a Safe and Happy Holiday!!
2019-20 Black & Blue Athletic Awards
Posted on Dec. 18, 2020Please visit our Facebook page to view or 2019-20 Athletic Award Recipients!
DTHS Junior High Academic Awards Night!
Posted on Dec. 14, 2020Join our Facebook page this Tuesday, December 15 @ 7:00 p.m. for a video honoring the achievements of our Junior High students for the 2019 - 2020 school year!
DTHS Senior High Academic Awards Night!
Posted on Dec. 9, 2020Join us this Friday, December 11 @ 7:00 p.m. for our annual Academic Awards night. We will be posting a video honoring the achievements of our Senior High students for the 2019 - 2020 school year. …
DTHS School Clothing Now Available!
Posted on Oct. 15, 2020Thanks to West Stitch we have school logo clothing available again at excellent prices. Order forms are available at the office and will only be accepted until Wednesday, November 4/20.
Picture Re-Take Day - November 3
Posted on Oct. 15, 2020School picture re-takes are scheduled for Tuesday, November 3.
Parent-Teacher Interviews
Posted on Oct. 13, 2020Parent-Teacher Interviews will look a little different this year! Please contact the school to book an appointment at 403.729.3930. Meetings can be held in person (following all covid regulations and…
DTHS Fall Awards Night
Posted on Oct. 5, 2020DTHS Fall Awards Ceremony Set for Thursday, December 17th. At David Thompson we believe that it is important to give public recognition to our students who earned awards during the 2019/2020 school year,…
Enjoy Your Summer!
Posted on Jun. 30, 2020The school office opens on Wednesday, August 26, 2020. First day of school for students is Monday, August 31, 2020. Have an excellent summer!
Year End Date Reminders
Posted on Jun. 19, 2020June 19th - Last day to hand in assignments. June 24th - 26th, 12:00 - 8:00 p.m. - return all Chromebooks, cords, and books.
Public Meeting - March 31st @ 7:00 p.m.
Posted on Feb. 24, 2020Please visit the link for information on a "Public Meeting Regarding the Possible Closure of Leslieville School K-7 Program". Public Meeting
Report Cards and Parent-Teacher Interviews
Posted on Feb. 6, 2020Report cards have been prepared and will be sent home with your student today. Parent-Teacher interviews will take place on a drop-in basis on Thursday, March 5th from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. No appointment…
Grad Photo Sign-Up
Posted on Jan. 7, 2020Grad photo sign-up sheets are at the office! Please ensure that you have booked an appointment for either Thursday, January 16th or Friday, January 17th. The $35.00 sitting fee includes 3 - 8x10 proofs…
2019
Parent-Teacher Interviews
Posted on Nov. 14, 2019Parent-Teacher interviews take place on a drop-in basis on Thursday, November 28 from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. No appointment necessary!
DTHS FUNDRAISER!!
Posted on Oct. 29, 2019Cookie Dough Order Forms available at the office! Deadline for orders November 22/19.
Graduating Class of 2020 Harvest Supper
Posted on Oct. 23, 2019Thursday, October 24, 2019 Leslieville Community Hall 4:30 – 8:00 p.m. Admission Prices 13 - Adult - $15.00 Seniors - $12.00 12 and under - $5.00 Preschool – Free Turkey and Roast Beef Take Out Orders…
Grade 8 Parent Orientation Night!!
Posted on Aug. 29, 2019Grade 8 Parent Orientation Night!! Thursday, August 29th @ 7:00 p.m. is Grade 8 Parent and Student Orientation Night @ DTHS! If your child is entering Grade 8 in September, please plan to attend. This…
June Report Cards
Posted on Jun. 25, 2019Please note, report cards will be mailed home during the first week of July. Report cards will NOT be available for pick-up at the school office.
Black & Blue Awards Ceremony
Posted on May. 24, 2019Black & Blue Athletic Awards will be held on Monday, June 10/19. Beef on a Bun will be served at 5:30 p.m. for $5/person. Awards Ceremony begins at 6:00 p.m. If you plan to attend the supper portion of…
RV Service Technician Information Night!
Posted on Apr. 9, 2019RV Service Technician Information Night! Agenda's for this event can be picked up at the office.
Semester 2 - Begins Thursday, January 31-2019
Posted on Jan. 28, 2019
School Messenger
Posted on Jan. 17, 2019Parents and Guardians You can take advantage of our Text Messaging Service Our school utilizes the SchoolMessenger system to deliver text messages, straight to your mobile phone with important information…
2018
Free Pancake Breakfast and PJ Day
Posted on Dec. 20, 2018Friday, December 21st - Free Pancake Breakfast and PJ Day!
2017/18 Yearbooks have arrived!!
Posted on Dec. 5, 2018We are excited to announce that our 2017/2018 yearbooks have arrived!! If you ordered one last year please collect it from the office at your earliest convenience! We hope that you enjoy revisiting…
School Fee Statements
Posted on Nov. 7, 2018School Fee Statements will go home on Thursday, November 8th with Report Cards. Please sign up for School Cash Online or contact the office to make payment arrangements.
Turkey Trot and Terry Fox Run
Posted on Oct. 1, 2018The Turkey Trot and Terry Fox Run has been postponed until Friday, October 5th.
Order Your School Pictures!!
Posted on Sep. 14, 2018School Pictures are online and ready for you to order. Go to www.SmartOrders.ca and use the access code given to your student on picture day. Need help with your order? Call 1-877-838-0800
SafeArrival
Posted on Sep. 12, 2018At Wild Rose School Division, one of our greatest priorities is ensuring that all our students arrive safely at school each and every day. To enhance our existing absence-checking procedure, we are introducing…
Meet The Teacher BBQ!
Posted on Sep. 12, 2018Meet The Teacher BBQ!Please join us on Wednesday, September 19 from 5 pm – 8 pm for DTHS Meet the Teacher Night. Everyone is encouraged to attend! Meet our dedicated staff members and enjoy a delicious…
David Thompson High School Modernization Update
Posted on Jun. 19, 2018CORRIDOR PUBLIC MEETING TONIGHT!! TUESDAY, JUNE 19 @ 7:00 P.M. The purpose of this meeting will be to update the community on our plans and the work we are doing with Alberta education regarding the eventual…
Black and Blue Athletic Awards
Posted on May. 30, 2018There was an error in the date of the Black and Blue Athletic Awards printed in the newsletter, the correct date is June 14/18.
How The West Was Worn
Posted on May. 29, 2018A DTHS Drama Production! Tuesday, June 12/18 at 7:00 p.m. Donations to the Drama Club will be accepted at the door. Appropriate for all ages.
DTHS Closure Meeting!!
Posted on May. 24, 2018Wild Rose School Division will be hosting a public meeting on June 19th at 7 p.m. at David Thompson High School. The purpose of this meeting will be to update the community on our plans and the work…
Mock Vehicle Accident
Posted on May. 16, 2018There will be a Mock Vehicle Accident being held at DTHS on the morning of May 17th.
2018/19 School Registration
Posted on Apr. 19, 20182018-2019 School Registration Requirements. Required documentation for returning students will be included with the April Report Card. RETURNING STUDENTS must: Confirm the information on your child’s…
Alberta Education Accountability Pillar Survey
Posted on Jan. 18, 2018Alberta Education Accountability Pillar
2017
Modernization Meeting Reminder
Posted on Dec. 12, 2017Tonight is the modernization meeting at DT: 4:00 - staff 7:00 - parents and community members
Important Message
Posted on Dec. 4, 2017David Thompson High School Modernization Update & Impact on all Corridor Schools - As many are aware, progress on the David Thompson High School modernization project has encountered a major setback…
Volleyball Provincials
Posted on Nov. 23, 2017Good Luck to our Senior Girls as they represent DTHS at Volleyball Provincials!!
Internet Information Night - December 4th @ Pioneer…
Posted on Nov. 20, 2017Internet Information Night
Student Photos
Posted on Oct. 10, 2017If you have not received your student pictures or you need a reference number to order online, please contact the office at 403.729.3930.
60th Anniversary!!!
Posted on Sep. 8, 2017David Thompson High School is celebrating their 60th Anniversary! All DTHS alumni and former staff members are encouraged to attend. Thursday, September 14, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. FREE hamburgers, juice and…
Green Certificate Information Meeting!!
Posted on Sep. 7, 2017Information Meeting Wednesday, September 13th at 11:00 am. Interested students, parents or trainers are encouraged to attend. For more information contact Norma Thompson at norma.thompson@wrsd.ca
Welcome Back!
Posted on Aug. 30, 2017First day of school is Tuesday, September 5, 2017. Welcome back!
Parent Orientation Night
Posted on Aug. 24, 2017
Congratulations to our Graduating Class of 2017!
Posted on Jun. 30, 2017Junior Track & Field Results
Posted on Jun. 23, 2017Grade 8 & 9 Track and Field Results Here are the winners of the awards for this year. Points awarded as follows: 4 points for a first place ribbon 3 points for a second place ribbon 2 points for a third…
National Aboriginal Day
Posted on Jun. 19, 2017To celebrate National Aboriginal Day on June 21, DTHS will be providing a free BBQ lunch to our students and staff members.
Black & Blue Awards Ceremony
Posted on May. 30, 2017Black & Blue Athletic Awards! Tuesday, June 13 Beef on a Bun will be served at 5:30 p.m. for $5 per person. Awards Ceremony begins at 6:15 p.m. If you plan to attend the supper portion of our evening,…
School Cash Online!
Posted on May. 23, 2017School Cash Online! School Cash Online is now live! Wild Rose School Division is now offering School Cash Online as its preferred method of payment for all school fees, including everything from field…
School Cash Online - Coming Soon!
Posted on May. 1, 2017School Cash Online To make paying school fees easier, Wild Rose School Division will soon be accepting online payments. School Cash Online allows parents and community members to pay school-related…
NEW FOR 2017-2018!
Posted on May. 1, 2017If your child plans to continue attending DTHS next year, you must fill out a registration form and return it to the school as soon as possible. Deadline for registrations is June 1st, 2017. This form…
PowerSchool Portals
Posted on Apr. 10, 2017Please note that some features of our PowerSchool Parent and Student Portals have been disabled while we prepare report cards. These features will be restored on April 21, 2017.
First Aid Course
Posted on Apr. 6, 2017DTHS is offering a First Aid course on Monday, April 24 and Tuesday, April 25. The fee for students is $40 each. There are only 18 spots available, so sign up at the office today!
Work Experience and RAP Information
Posted on Mar. 13, 2017RAP Information Work Experience Information
Grade 8 Aztec/Spanish Museum
Posted on Mar. 13, 2017The grade eights will be hosting an Aztec/Spanish Museum in the Library on Tuesday, March 21 from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. Parents and community members are welcome to attend!
Cupcakes!
Posted on Feb. 13, 2017Celebrate Valentine's Day and donate to a great cause! The grade nines will be selling cupcakes at lunch on February 14th for $3 each, with all proceeds going to the Red Deer & District SPCA.
Report Cards and Parent-Teacher Interviews
Posted on Feb. 8, 2017Report cards have been prepared and will be sent home with your child tomorrow. Full access to the PowerSchool portal is now available. Parent-Teacher interviews take place on a drop-in basis on Thursday,…
Chromebooks!
Posted on Feb. 1, 2017DTHS is pleased to announce that we are now able to offer a Chromebook to each one of our students! A Chromebook will be assigned to each student until the end of the school year, at which point it…
Attention Grade 12 Students:
Posted on Jan. 17, 2017Graduation photos have been scheduled for Tuesday, March 14 and Wednesday, March 15. Appointment sign up sheets will be available at the office in the near future.
2016
Voyageurs Savings Cards!
Posted on Dec. 15, 2016The Voyageurs Savings Card is back again! The cards feature many great deals and lots of savings from local businesses. For each $20 savings card a student sells, they will receive a $10 credit towards…
DTHS Noise Night!
Posted on Dec. 6, 2016
School Clothing
Posted on Nov. 10, 2016DTHS clothing has arrived - pick up an order form at the office today!
School Clothing
Posted on Nov. 10, 2016DTHS clothing has arrived - pick up an order form at the office today!
Attention Parents:
Posted on Nov. 10, 2016Report cards will be sent home with students today. Parent-Teacher Interviews take place Thursday, November 17 from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. The interviews will be drop-in only, no appointment necessary!
Remembrance Day Ceremony
Posted on Nov. 8, 2016Our Remembrance Day Ceremony takes place on Thursday, November 10 @ 10:30 a.m. in the school gym. Everyone is welcome to attend!
Parent-Teacher Interviews
Posted on Nov. 8, 2016Parent-Teacher Interviews take place Thursday, November 17 from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. The interviews will be drop-in only, no appointment necessary!
Attention Grade 12 Students:
Posted on Oct. 26, 2016The Jostens Ring Man will be visiting our school on Tuesday, November 1 and Wednesday, November 2 by appointment only. Pick up a brochure and sign up for an appointment at the school office!
Chromebook Rentals Now Available!
Posted on Oct. 25, 2016Attention Parents: DTHS students have the option to rent a school-owned Chromebook for the 2016-2017 school year! The rental fee has now been set at $100; if the Chromebook is returned in good condition…
Canadian Student Tobacco, Alcohol and Drugs Survey
Posted on Oct. 20, 2016Students at DTHS will be asked to be a part of the 2016/2017 Canadian Student Tobacco, Alcohol and Drugs Survey (CSTADS). This survey will gather details about health and behaviours among youth. This…
Congratulations!
Posted on Oct. 14, 2016The grade 8s and 9s were amazing at the Cross Country meet in Lacombe on Thursday, October 13, bringing home a banner for the gym! Grade 9 Girls: Laurel Lee finished in the top 25. Grade 8 Girls: Ava…
Please Note:
Posted on Oct. 14, 2016Due to technical difficulties, the Grade 8 class split will take place on Monday, October 17. Classes will run as usual for Grade 8 today.
Important Announcements
Posted on Oct. 13, 2016DTHS would like to welcome our Vice-Principal Mrs. Glass back from her leave. We are very excited to have her back in our school. She will be teaching Math 8, 9 and Health & Leadership 8. We would…
Important Message
Posted on Sep. 30, 2016During the evening of Sep. 29, rumours spread regarding a threat against DTHS for Friday, Sep. 30. As per Division policy, these rumours were fully investigated by school and Division administration…
Sign Up For Remind!
Posted on Sep. 23, 2016
Green Certificate Presentation at DTHS!
Posted on Sep. 7, 2016Want to learn more about the Green Certificate program? Tuesday, September 13 @ 11:05 a.m. Students, parents and trainers are all encouraged to attend.
Chromebook Rentals Now Available!
Posted on Sep. 6, 2016Attention Parents: DTHS students now have the option to rent a school-owned Chromebook for the 2016-2017 school year! The rental fee has been set at $150; if the Chromebook is returned in good condition…
Connect Parent Group
Posted on Sep. 2, 2016
Grade 10 Parent Info Night
Posted on Jun. 29, 2016PAT and Diploma Exam Schedule June 2016
Posted on Jun. 8, 2016PAT and Diploma Exam Schedule June 2016
Black & Blue Awards Ceremony
Posted on May. 24, 2016
DTHS Dinner Theatre!
Posted on May. 16, 2016
Report Cards and Parent-Teacher Interviews
Posted on Apr. 21, 2016Report cards will be sent home with students today. Parent-Teacher Interviews take place on Thursday, April 28. Drop in any time between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. to meet with your child's teachers - no appointment…
Dress Code Reminder
Posted on Apr. 18, 2016DRESS CODE – Students are expected to: - dress in a clean, neat manner - not wear headgear in the school during school hours - wear shoes at all times - when appropriate, wear shorts and…
ACCA Cooperative Youth Leadership Camp!
Posted on Apr. 7, 2016This leadership camp runs for students aged 11-18 (as of June 24, 2016) during an assigned week at Goldeye near Nordegg. Details can be found on their website at www. acca.coop. The David Thompson Rec.…
Hazardous Material Tests Being Conducted
Posted on Mar. 24, 2016Between March 24-31 hazardous material workers will be coming into our school to conduct tests concerning the modernization of our school. We ask that during this time everyone remains out of the school.
Aztec vs. Spanish Museum
Posted on Mar. 15, 2016You Are Invited! What: Aztec vs Spanish Museum - Curated by the Grade 8 Social Studies Class When: Tuesday, March 22 - 10:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Where: DTHS Library Parents and community members…
David Thompson High School Modernization Town Hall…
Posted on Mar. 10, 2016In 2015, Alberta Education approved an $8.0M modernization project for David Thompson High School. In order for WRSD to ensure that the modernization fits the needs of the community, an open house meeting…
UK Trip 2016 Meeting
Posted on Mar. 8, 2016Attention UK Trip 2016 students and parents: There will be an important meeting in Mr. Kanzig's room on Wednesday, March 9 at 7 p.m.
SPCA National Cupcake Day!
Posted on Feb. 23, 2016DTHS Grade 9 Health and Leadership classes are sponsoring the Red Deer SPCA National Cupcake Day on Mon., Feb. 29 and Tues., Mar. 1.The classes are baking, decorating and selling cupcakes during lunch…
Voyageurs Athletics Savings Cards
Posted on Feb. 22, 2016The Voyageurs Athletics Savings Card is back again! The cards feature many great deals and lots of savings from local businesses. For each $20 savings card a student sells, they will receive a $10 credit…
Parent-Teacher Interviews
Posted on Feb. 11, 2016Parent-Teacher Interviews take place tonight! Drop in any time between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. to meet with your child's teachers - no appointment necessary!
PowerSchool Parent Portal
Posted on Jan. 4, 2016Your child’s attendance and grades can now be accessed through PowerSchool’s Parent Portal. A letter with your unique username and password will be sent home with your child on Wednesday, January…
Last Day of High School Classes
Posted on Jan. 4, 2016The last day of semester 1 classes for grades 10-12 is Wednesday, January 20.Exam schedule can be found on our website: http://davidthompson.wrsd.ca/download/39723
2015
Grade 12 Portfolio Presentations - Date Change
Posted on Dec. 14, 2015Please note that the date for Grade 12 Portfolio Presentations has been changed. Presentations will take place on Thursday, February 11, 2016.
Parent-Teacher Interviews
Posted on Nov. 23, 2015Parent-Teacher Interviews take place by appointment only on Wednesday, November 25 from 5 PM until 8 PM. Please call the school office at 403-729-3930 to book your interviews.
Grade 12 Portfolio Presentations
Posted on Nov. 23, 2015Please note that Grade 12 Portfolio Presentations will take place on Friday, January 8, 2016.
Report Cards
Posted on Nov. 19, 2015Report cards will be sent home with students at the end of today.
Lest We Forget
Posted on Nov. 3, 2015DTHS would like to invite the public to our Remembrance Day Ceremony:Tuesday, November 10 @ 10:30 a.m. in the school gym.Everyone is welcome to attend!
RAP Presentation @ DTHS
Posted on Oct. 27, 2015Interested in the Registered Apprenticeship Program? DTHS will be hosting a RAP presentation on Tuesday, November 3 @ 2:30 p.m. Parents and students are encouraged to attend!
David Thompson High School Granted Modernization Project
Posted on Oct. 27, 2015Wild Rose School Division is excited to announce that Alberta Education has approved an $8.0M modernization project for David Thompson High School. The Modernization project planning is currently underway…
***IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT*** DTHS Harvest Supper Rescheduled
Posted on Oct. 16, 2015The DTHS Graduating Class of 2016 Harvest Supper has been rescheduled...the supper will now take place on Thursday, November 19 from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Diploma Exam Schedule
Posted on Oct. 16, 2015Diploma Exam Schedule:January 2016Wednesday, January 13th: 9:00 – 11:30 A.M. English Language Arts 30–1 Part A & English Language Arts 30–2 Part AThursday, January 14th: 9:00 – 11:30 A.M. Social…
Physics 20 Experiment
Posted on Oct. 13, 2015On Tuesday, October 13, the physics 20 class did an experiment to determine if the angle of inclination has any role in determining the range of a projectile. The experiment was a success!
Olds College Open House
Posted on Oct. 5, 2015Mrs. Thompson will be taking students to the Olds College Open House on Friday, October 16. This is a great opportunity to see what the college has to offer. Please sign up at the office as soon as…
UK Trip Bottle Drive Fundraiser
Posted on Sep. 24, 2015The DTHS students who are going to the United Kingdom during the 2016 Spring Break are holding a Bottle Drive on Saturday, October 3 to raise money. If you have bottles that you wish to donate please…
Life Synergy Presentation
Posted on Sep. 24, 2015DTHS School Council is hosting Life Synergy presenter Dwayne Peace tomorrow morning for all students in Grades 8 – 12. Students will be watching the video “Surviving High School” which will…
Meet the Teacher BBQ!
Posted on Sep. 21, 2015Please join us on Wednesday, September 30 from 5 pm – 8 pm for DTHS Meet the Teacher Night. Everyone is encouraged to attend! Meet our dedicated staff members and enjoy the excitement of a Voyageurs…
Changes at DTHS
Posted on Sep. 10, 2015David Thompson High School has now joined the group of high schools in Alberta moving forward with High School redesign. Alberta Education states that: “Redesigning high school focuses on research and…
DTHS Parent Council Annual General Meeting
Posted on Sep. 3, 2015The DTHS Parent Council Annual General Meeting will take place on Wednesday, September 16 @ 7 PM in the school Library. All parents are invited to attend, as we strongly encourage parent participation…
School Picture Day!
Posted on Sep. 1, 2015School photos will take place on Tuesday, September 8. Order forms will be sent home with students today & tomorrow.
Administrative Procedure 350 - Student Behaviour and…
Posted on Aug. 25, 2015Please click on the following link to review the WRSD Student Behaviour and Conduct Administrative Procedure: Student Behaviour and Conduct