Students from Barrhead Composite High School (BCHS) and R.F. Staples Secondary School (RFS) demonstrated exceptional talent and dedication at the Skills Alberta Regional Competition held on April 5, 2025, at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT). Their impressive performances secured numerous qualifications for the upcoming Provincial Skills Competition. RFS celebrated remarkable achievements across a […]

Students from Barrhead Composite High School (BCHS) and R.F. Staples Secondary School (RFS) participated in a Unified Sports Zone Meet in Morinville on April 16. Nearly 30 athletes and partners attended the meet, where they participated in a bean bag toss round-robin tournament. “It was truly a great day, showcasing wonderful representation from our school. […]

Division Office ~ Board Receives Transportation Assurance Report The division’s Transportation Department shared its annual Transportation Assurance Report this month, highlighting successes and challenges in getting students safely to and from school. By the Numbers This year, 2,672 students are registered to ride buses daily, up slightly from last year’s 2,630 students. The average distance […]

Congratulations to Barrhead Composite High School’s teacher and coach Rod Callihoo, on being inducted into the Alberta Schools’ Athletic Association’s Hall of Fame! From the ASAA Facebook page: “A Legacy Forged in Gold: Coach Rod Callihoo – ASAA Hall of Fame Inductee! The Alberta Schools’ Athletic Association (ASAA) proudly enshrines a true titan of high […]

The hum of activity in a school is often amplified by the generous spirit of parent volunteers. Among them shines Vanessa, a true heart of the Westlock Elementary School (WES) community. It’s not just that Vanessa volunteers; it’s how she does it. She doesn’t wait to be asked; she demonstrates initiative, her hand raised before […]

Pembina Hills is pleased to announce Taryn Meunier as its nominee for the Edwin Parr Teacher Award! This award is presented annually by the Alberta School Boards Association (ASBA) to six outstanding first-year teachers from across the province. Taryn currently teaches grade 8/9 Mathematics and Health at Barrhead Composite High School. Taryn has immediately established […]