Let’s work together to keep our students safe! School Bus Safety Week is a valuable opportunity to remind everyone—students, parents, staff, and drivers—of the important role we all play in keeping students safe on their way to and from school. School buses remain one of the safest ways to transport students, but safety doesn’t happen […]

This information was sent to Pembina Hills Families through SchoolMessenger on October 10. The Government of Alberta recently announced a parent payment program to help offset costs for families with children 12 years of age and under during the current teacher strike. Applications for this program will be open on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Once […]

Today, on World Teachers’ Day, we pause to recognize and celebrate the incredible dedication, compassion, and expertise that our teachers bring to classrooms across our division every single day. Teachers inspire curiosity, nurture growth, and shape futures — often going above and beyond to support students, families, and one another. Their work makes a difference […]

As of today, a settlement between the Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA) and the province has not been reached, and the province-wide teacher strike is expected to begin on Monday, October 6. Therefore, starting Monday, all classes in Pembina Hills (including Early Learning) will be cancelled and schools will be closed. Extra-curricular activities, field trips, prearranged […]

Division Office ~ Key Policies Updated Trustee Code of Conduct Updates The Board has updated its Trustee Code of Conduct to align with new provincial legislation. These changes were required following the passage of Bill 51 (Education Amendment Act 2025) last spring. What’s Changed: Trustees can no longer be disqualified from the Board for breaching […]

Pembina Hills, together with Careers Next Generation, was excited to once again offer a Career Camp this summer for students from across the division who were entering Grade 10 this fall. The five-day camp, held July 7–11, 2025, at R.F. Staples Secondary School in Westlock, gave students the opportunity to explore careers in healthcare, welding, […]