Joseph Welsh Elementary School

09/01/2026

Back to school apple fundraiser!
Please support our school fundraiser- deadline is Friday for orders.
Cash, cheque (payable to RDPSD - JW) or debit at the office.

We will be actively fundraising for a new playground this year- stay tuned for more details.

06/25/2026

Our staff wishes you a happy summer. Here's a sneak peak as to what we are going to do.
See you in the fall!

06/19/2026

Mrs Teske is retiring! We've been sharing "Teske Tidbits" in our morning announcements the past few days.
Enjoy your new adventures Mrs Teske, we will all miss you.

After 30 years with Red Deer Public Schools, Tricia Teske, Teacher at Joseph Welsh Elementary School, is retiring. Tricia reflects on a deeply rewarding teaching career that she truly loved and is now looking forward to new adventures and travelling the world.

Thank you, Tricia, for your dedication, passion, and the impact you’ve made on generations of students. Wishing you endless joy and unforgettable travels in retirement! ✈️💛

06/11/2026

A reminder to our Red Deer Public families...

05/06/2026

Swimming starts tomorrow!
Our grade 2 through 5 students will be heading to the pool for lessons for the next 6 Thursdays.
Please make sure students are on time and have a bathing suit and towel with them (labeled items make life easier for everyone.)

04/30/2026

Our grade 2 students, as well as the grade 2 classes from Annie L. Gaetz had a special learning experience today.
Inuit Elder Goota Desmarais came to our school today to teach us about Inuit culture. Our students got to sit in a tupiq, try some traditional food, learn some Inuktitut, and more.
Thank you Goota for coming today and teaching us. We enjoyed having you here to teach us about your culture.

04/24/2026

Join us Monday evening for our school open house. Help us celebrate our 65th school year!

04/22/2026

We are very lucky to have Mrs. Snydal at our school. One day is not enough to celebrate everything she does for all of us - students, families and staff!

Today we recognize the incredible Administrative Assistants across Red Deer Public Schools.

They are often the first voice you hear and the first face you see, keeping schools running smoothly behind the scenes while supporting students, families and staff every single day. From managing the details to handling the unexpected, their work is essential to the success of our schools.

Thank you for your patience, professionalism and the care you bring to your roles. Our school division is better because of you.

04/17/2026

Our grade 5 Grand Council is having a food drive to support the Salvation Army's school backpack program.
If you are able to contribute, please send in items from this list to the school. Our students are looking forward to seeing how many items we can collect!