Division News

Pembina Hills Region Career & Job Fair Returns May 5

April 28th, 2026

Students, job seekers, and community members are invited to explore future opportunities at the Pembina Hills Region Career & Job Fair on May 5, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Westlock Spirit Centre. Hosted in partnership with local organizations—including our school division—the event brings together employers, industry representatives, and post-secondary institutions from […]

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Coming up at the April 29 board meeting

April 27th, 2026

Here are some of the agenda items that will be discussed at the April 29, 2026, school board meeting: Indigenous Education Initiatives Human Resources Assurance Report Co-op Pool Budget & Budget Allocation Formula Satisfaction Survey Results Policy Updates New Administrative Procedure – Artificial Intelligence in Education …and more! READ THE FULL AGENDA The meeting will […]

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Dennis McDonald Honoured with Provincial Indigenous Student Award

April 23rd, 2026

The Alberta School Boards Association (ASBA) has recognized one of our students with a prestigious provincial honour, celebrating leadership, resilience, and a deep commitment to culture and community. R.F. Staples School student Dennis McDonald is among 12 students across Alberta selected to receive the 2026 ASBA Honouring Spirit: Indigenous Student Award, chosen from more than […]

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Early Learning (Pre-Kindergarten) Open House Information

April 20th, 2026

Our schools are hosting open houses in April and May to introduce parents to our Early Learning programs! Discover how we foster a nurturing and stimulating environment for our youngest learners and how our programs support pre-K students in all developmental domains. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with our Early Learning staff! We look […]

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Barrhead Elementary Students Hit a High Note with Provincial Recommendation

April 16th, 2026

Students in Mrs. Anne-Marie Tyrell’s Grade 2A class at École Barrhead Elementary School (BES) are celebrating an exciting musical achievement after being recommended to represent their school and community at the provincial level following their performance in the Barrhead Rotary Music Festival in March. The young performers impressed the adjudicator with their enthusiastic and polished […]

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Celebrating Education Week – April 13-17, 2026

April 13th, 2026

From April 13–17, 2026, we join schools across Alberta in celebrating Education Week, a tradition that began in 1928 as Alberta School Week. This week is an opportunity to recognize the people who make learning possible—teachers, staff, volunteers, families, and, of course, students. Education Week reminds us that learning doesn’t just shape minds; it shapes […]

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