Staff Directory

Back to staff directory

Katherine Budgell

Photo of Katherine Budgell

Grade 6

Hi, I am Mrs. Budgell. I have been at Dave McNeilly and with FMPSD for four years.
I love the community of Fort McMurray and the amazing people here, this has quickly become home.
I love the magic of upper elementary and have been teaching grades 5 and 6 since coming to FMPSD.  As an educator I have a passion for meeting the intellectual, physical, emotional, social and creative needs of my students, through creating engaging lessons and learning experiences.
When I am not working I love spending time with my husband, sons and our dogs, as well as crafting and travelling.

Registration

Complimentary Courses

Tech and Trade Academy

Leader in Me

Upcoming Events

PLF #3 - NO SCHOOL

Thanksgiving Day - NO SCHOOL

PICTURE RETAKE DAY

HALLOWEEN SCHOOL DANCE

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Institute Day - NO SCHOOL

Day in Lieu of PTIs - NO SCHOOL

View Calendar

Dave McNeilly Public School

Contact

431 Callen Drive
Fort McMurray, AB T9K 0X8

Phone: 780-799-5657

dminfo@fmpsd.ab.ca

Division Notice

ATA Strike Commencing on Monday; School Closures Starting Oct 6th

As a result of the Alberta Teachers Association (ATA) rejecting a proposed deal from the Teachers’ Employer Bargaining Association (TEBA), all FMPSD schools will be closed to students starting Monday, October 6, 2025, unless a new agreement is reached or strike action is otherwise averted. Additionally, all yellow school bus routes will be suspended for the duration of the strike.

In light of the ongoing strike, all extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, and after-school programs, will be temporarily suspended.

As there is no definitive end date for the strike, FMPSD is unable to provide a timeline for when normal operations will resume. We will continue to provide timely updates as we receive them from the Ministry of Education and Child Care.

Learn More