At their June 12th meeting, the board revised the three-year Education Plan priorities based on results of the 2019 Satisfaction Survey. Placing greater emphasis on the importance of student-teacher relationships, the new priorities are: Student-Teacher Relationships Literacy and Numeracy Support for Staff The meeting which was held at Fort Assiniboine School gave Trustees an opportunity […]
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Tiffany Nanninga – A True Champion of Wellness
June 14th, 2019Tiffany Nanninga has been a valuable member of the Regional Office team for ten years. She comes to work with a bright smile and a positive attitude, ready to take on whatever challenge comes her way. Her caring nature, enthusiasm and willingness to learn and grow make her a highly respected and trusted staff member. […]
Read more moreSchool fees may return this fall
June 7th, 2019The delayed release of the provincial budget has forced the school board to make assumptions as they prepare next year’s budget. In a recent conference call, Education Minister Adriana LaGrange told Alberta school board representatives that all grants are currently being reviewed. This includes the School Fee Reduction Grant, which provides $400,000 per year to […]
Read more moreThree students receive Citizenship Awards
May 31st, 2019The school board recognizes students who make positive contributions to their school and community with two Citizenship Awards. Congratulations to the latest recipients: Kresten McKort – Grade 6, Fort Assiniboine School Layla Petryshen – Grade 3, Fort Assiniboine School Ty White – Grade 8, R. F. Staples Secondary School Read stories about all Citizenship Award […]
Read more moreSchool board makes budget assumptions
May 24th, 2019Due to the delayed release of the provincial budget, school board trustees discussed some of the assumptions they have made as they develop the 2019-20 budget. Monies that may not be provided next year include: Classroom Improvement Fund – $844,000 School Fees Reduction Grant – $400,000 — If this grant is cut, parents may need […]
Read more moreSilver and Bronze for PHPS students at Skills Alberta
May 14th, 2019On May 8th and 9th, ten Pembina Hills students and their teachers travelled to Edmonton to take part in the Skills Alberta competition. We’re pleased to announce that two students earned a spot on the podium. Congratulations to Barrhead Composite High School students: Sydney Visser with the Silver medal in IT Office Software Applications – […]
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