Wainwright Elementary School

05/28/2026

Getting closer everyday to our new home/school.
We can’t wait to explore new possibilities and create new experiences in such a modern space!

05/25/2026

Last week WES students enjoyed the third and final Pancake Breakfast for the 2025-2026 school year. Much appreciation to our Nutrition Program sponsors and supporters. Our kids learn and thrive on full stomachs.

05/25/2026

LAST Week of the WES Playground Fundraiser !

Starting May 1st an amazing new playground fundraiser by two amazing and generous Wainwright franchises - Quiznos and Domino’s
Dominos Pizza offer:
Use code WESFUND to get 1 large 3-topping pizza for $15 + tax. This offer is valid for online orders, phone orders, and walk-in customers.
Quiznos offer:
Use code WESFUND to receive a regular sandwich combo with a fountain drink and your choice of chips or a cookie. for $15 + tax. This offer is valid for phone and walk-in orders only.
This fundraiser will run from May 1-31, 2026. We will track how many times the code is used across both stores and donate $5 for every use to support new school playground.

05/21/2026

1B and 1T's turn for some pool fun!

05/19/2026

Pool fun for 1KB and 1T last Wednesday!

05/19/2026

Excited to have Mrs. Wakefield in the role of Vice Principal of WES in the fall of 2026!

Buffalo Trail Public Schools is pleased to announce that Megan Wakefield will be the new Assistant Principal of Wainwright Elementary School, effective August 2026.

Megan brings more than 10 years of experience within BTPS and is passionate about supporting students and creating positive, inclusive learning environments. She values building strong relationships within school communities and is committed to helping students and staff thrive.

Please join us in congratulating Megan as she begins this new leadership role at Wainwright Elementary School. We look forward to her continued support of students, staff, and families in the school community.

05/13/2026

Educational Assistant Appreciation Day - May 13

Buffalo Trail Public Schools is proud to recognize Educational Assistant Appreciation Day on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, which BTPS celebrates each year on the second Wednesday in May.

Educational Assistants play an important role in our schools each day, supporting students, staff, and classrooms in meaningful ways. Their care, patience, and commitment help create safe, welcoming environments where students can learn, grow, and succeed.

From working one-on-one with students to supporting classrooms and school activities, Educational Assistants are a valued part of our BTPS team. Their impact is seen in the relationships they build and the support they provide every day.

We are grateful for all that our Educational Assistants do across BTPS. Thank you for the difference you make each and every day!

05/12/2026

BTPS 2026-2027 Bus Registration NOW OPEN

Registration for bus transportation for the 2026–2027 school year is now open! All registrations must be submitted online.

https://sites.google.com/a/btps.ca/btps-transportation-registrations/

In-Town Students
All in-town students are required to register for bussing every year. The deadline to register is June 15, 2026.

Rural Students
If your child is already registered for rural bussing, you do not need to register again unless:
• You have a new student starting school
• Your address has changed

Boundary exemption bussing for BTPS resident students attending a school of choice and cross jurisdiction requests for non-resident students must be submitted before May 1, 2026.

Transportation to a caregiver, second primary residence, and ineligible riders must also be registered by June 15, 2026.

Late Registrations
Forms submitted after 12:00 PM on Friday, August 28, 2026, may not be processed in time for the first day of school. If you haven’t received confirmation or heard from your child’s bus driver, please do not send your child to the bus stop. Until you receive direct communication from your assigned bus driver, you will be responsible for arranging transportation for your child.

Questions about school bus registration?
[email protected]

Student safety is our top priority. We are committed to providing a safe and caring transportation experience for students every day.

05/12/2026

TONIGHT!
WES Grade 5’s Present the Operetta, Dateline: Through the Decades

05/11/2026

Hey, we know her!

We are excited to feature Kimberly DeFord as part of our Where Are They Now? BTPS Alumni campaign, highlighting the different paths our graduates have taken and celebrating the impact of public education in our rural communities.

Kimberly DeFord graduated from Mannville School in 1999.

Kimberly is currently the Principal of Wainwright Elementary School within Buffalo Trail Public Schools. Her journey in BTPS has come full circle, having been a student, teacher, and school leader within the same division that helped shape her.

Kimberly shared that BTPS is not just where she works, but is woven into the story of her life and her family. From growing up in Mannville, to her husband’s roots in Clandonald, to now residing and raising their children in Vermilion, and the community of Irma where she spent many of her teenage years playing hockey and ball, each of these places has played a role in shaping who she is.

When reflecting on her time in BTPS, Kimberly shared that she deeply appreciates the strong sense of community and connection that defines BTPS. As a student, that sense of belonging had a lasting impact on her overall experience and continues to influence the leader she is today.

Her advice for current students:
Take pride in where you come from and embrace the opportunities around you. Get involved, build meaningful relationships, and be open to trying new things, even when they push you outside your comfort zone. Your experiences in BTPS will help shape not only your future, but also who you become as a person.

Know a BTPS graduate we should feature? Or want to share your own story? Submit a nomination here: https://www.btps.ca/about/btps-alumni-where-are-they-now