Westwood Collegiate is a high school in

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. The school teaches grades 9 to 12. Located at 360 Rouge Road, the school is part of the St. James-Assiniboia School Division. In addition to the Provincial Graduation Diploma, Westwood also offers IB Diplomas through the

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Program. The school's

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is "to empower all students and staff for the choices and challenges of the 21st century while working and learning in a safe and supportive environment."

Notable alumni

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, professional ice hockey player *

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* Mark Stone, professional ice hockey player for the

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, professional ice hockey player for the

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, professional basketball player * Doug Wilson, professional ice hockey defenceman and executive

References

External links

Westwood Collegiate
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