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  • School Philosophy

    School Philosophy

    David Thomas King said his hope is for us to create a school that celebrates inclusion and diversity, supports students academically and socially, and ensures they are fully connected to the community. 

    His vision, along with our District Cornerstone Values of Accountability, Collaboration, Equity, and Integrity, will guide our work as we create the culture of David Thomas King School. A three-way partnership between parents, students and staff will lead the way to create the qualities and attitudes that are critical in developing respectful and responsible citizens.

     

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STUDENT REGISTRATION : LEVEL 3 LOTTERY PROCESS

STUDENT REGISTRATION : LEVEL 3 LOTTERY PROCESS

For the 2025 - 2026 school year, with the exception of Grades 8, David Thomas King School is full in planned classes in the regular program. Resident students in these grades whose parent(s)/legal guardian(s) have newly moved into the school’s attendance area for the regular program will now have access to the overflow designated schools—Youngstown School for elementary and Michael Phair School for Grade 7.

As a Level 3 school, David Thomas King School will continue to have a lottery process in place for new resident attendance area students enrolling at the school for the 2025–26 school year. This will not impact current students who attend the school.

The school will not accept new registrations from families in the attendance area if the student is not a resident student of Edmonton Public Schools. In most cases, a resident student of Edmonton Public Schools has at least one parent or legal guardian living in Edmonton who is not Roman Catholic.

Resident students who aren’t selected through the lottery process can attend their overflow designated school, Youngstown for Elementary students and Michael Phair for Junior High students, a Level 1 Division school with space in planned classes, or remain at their current school, if applicable.

Siblings of current students attending David Thomas King School
New resident students in the attendance area who have a sibling returning to the school next year will get priority but are not guaranteed to attend. 

More information about the lottery process

Watch the Growth Control Model video for an overview of the lottery process. You can also read more about the lottery process on epsb.ca. If you have any other questions, please contact the school at 587-489-4706.

TRANSPORTATION TO OVERFLOW DESIGNATED SCHOOLS

Yellow bus service to  Youngstown and Michael Phair Schools will be available for eligible students. Bus fees will apply.
Edmonton Transit Service (ETS) is the preferred transportation method for junior high and high school students; however, if ETS does not meet Division standards, eligible students attending their overflow designated school may be able to apply for yellow bus service. Bus fees will apply.

MORE INFORMATION

More information about the lottery process is available on epsb.ca. If you have any other questions, please contact our school office at 587-489-4706

 

Welcome to David Thomas King

David Thomas King School is located in the Secord neighbourhood in west Edmonton. Mr. King was a MLA from 1971 to 1986, and served as the Education Minister from 1979 - 1986. He was responsible for several major initiatives, including support for First Nations Education, establishing provincial diploma exams, developing the computer technology in schools program, and implementing the Designated Community Schools Program. He believes that schools should have a mandate to attend to more than the program of studies, every school should be a vibrant community that is inclusive, celebrates diversity and seeks global citizenship.

 

 

Principal's Message

I am delighted to begin my journey as the new principal of David Thomas King School. This is a school with a strong and growing community, and I am eager to build on that foundation by working alongside our students, staff, and families.

Our namesake, David Thomas King, believed deeply in kindness, inclusion, and supporting one another through challenges. He often reminded students that no matter their grade or circumstance, they always have the opportunity to help others learn, to lend a hand in tough times, and to make sure those around them feel included. These values reflect the spirit we want to nurture each day at DTK.

At David Thomas King School, we are committed to building a strong sense of community within our classrooms, across our school, and with the families and neighbourhoods around us. High-quality teaching and learning are at the heart of what we do, and we believe that every student deserves the opportunity to see themselves as both learners and leaders in life.

We know that students thrive when they feel they belong, when they are engaged in meaningful learning, and when they are supported by the strong partnership between home and school. Together, we can create a space where every student feels proud to walk through our doors each day, a place where they know they are valued, supported, and challenged to reach their fullest potential.

I look forward to working in partnership with each of you to ensure David Thomas King School continues to be a place of purpose, possibility, and belonging for all.

With gratitude,
Anne Jordan
Principal

 

 

 
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