Division News

Busby School Approved to receive Modular Classroom

June 5th, 2026

Pembina Hills is pleased to announce that Busby School has been approved to receive a modular classroom through Alberta’s 2026-2027 Modular Classroom Program.  The modular classroom will increase the school’s capacity by approximately 30 student spaces, helping to address ongoing enrolment pressures. With utilization rates hovering around 100 percent and enrolment expected to remain strong, […]

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Meaghan McKenzie receives Exemplary Teacher Award

June 4th, 2026

For Meaghan, the school day at R.F. Staples Secondary School doesn’t end when the final bell rings.  She stays late after school, gives up her lunch hour, and serves as a steady anchor for any student who feels overwhelmed.  With patience that seems bottomless, she will explain a concept for the first time – or […]

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Kayla Jacula receives Exemplary Support Services Award

June 1st, 2026

Kayla Jacula has a natural gift for recognizing what students need and stepping in to support them before a word is ever spoken at École Barrhead Elementary School. Whether she is creating tailored, creative learning activities or making “on the fly” adjustments to help a student feel successful, her quiet initiative makes a powerful difference […]

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BCHS Student Accepted into National Shad Program

May 29th, 2026

A student from Barrhead Composite High School (BCHS) is preparing for an exciting summer opportunity after being accepted into Shad, a nationally recognized and highly competitive program for high school students across Canada. Selected through a rigorous application process, grade 11 student Morgan Keay will spend one month living on a Canadian post-secondary campus while […]

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Pembina Hills Trustees Welcome Otipemisiwak Métis Government District Captain

May 26th, 2026

Tea, shared stories, and homemade wild Saskatoon berry crisp helped set the tone for a warm and meaningful first meeting between trustees from the Pembina Hills School Division and District Captain Mike Hanly of the Otipemisiwak Métis Government earlier this month. The gathering took place at mâmawapôwin, the division’s new learning facility whose Michif name […]

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Kari Boissonnault receives Exemplary Support Services Award

May 22nd, 2026

Kari Boissonnault exemplifies the dedication, positivity, and compassion that help students feel supported, encouraged, and successful each day at École Westlock Elementary School. Her impact extends far beyond the classroom and is deeply felt throughout the entire school community. Known for her ability to anticipate student needs, Kari consistently goes above and beyond in the […]

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