This week, from September 22-26, our schools are actively observing Truth and Reconciliation Week, a time for reflection, education, and meaningful action. It is a crucial time dedicated to understanding the lasting legacy of residential schools and committing to a future built on mutual respect and shared understanding. Our schools have planned a wide range […]

Pembina Hills is committed to providing students with high-quality learning opportunities while being responsible stewards of public funds. To support this, schools and the division may charge certain student fees on a cost-recovery basis, as permitted under section 57 of the Education Act and guided by Pembina Hills Administrative Procedure 30-06 Student Fees. How student […]

Division Office ~ Board Work Plan Approved The Board has approved its 2025-2026 Work Plan—a roadmap that outlines priorities, key meeting dates, important decisions, and community events for the year ahead. This plan is an important resource that helps the Board stay focused, organized, and connected with our school communities. Grant Funding Update After the […]

Recent changes to the Education Act (via Education Amendment Act, 2024) came into effect on September 1, 2025. These changes affect how schools respond when a student requests a change to their preferred name or pronouns, and how schools handle certain classroom topics.  What’s new? Under the new legislation, schools are required to: Notify parents […]

Our division was incredibly honoured to be presented with the 2025 Friend of Northern Lakes College Award on June 6, 2025, in Slave Lake. This recognition highlights the meaningful partnership and support between Pembina Hills School Division and Northern Lakes College in advancing post-secondary education in our region. From the Northern Lakes College website: “The […]

Nineteen high school students from Swan Hills School, Barrhead Composite High School, Barrhead Outreach School, Westlock Outreach School, and R.F. Staples Secondary School spent three days learning on the land at Métis Crossing near Smoky Lake. Students had the opportunity to learn from Elders and Knowledge Holders about traditional medicines, fish filleting and fish scale […]