The Board of Trustees of Pembina Hills School Division is pleased to announce the appointment of Raime Drake as the Division’s next Superintendent of Schools/CEO, effective September 1, 2026. Following a rigorous recruitment process—defined by extensive interviews and school leadership consultation—the Board sought a leader capable of operationalizing its long-term vision while continuing to build […]
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Dennis McDonald Honoured with Provincial Indigenous Student Award
April 23rd, 2026The Alberta School Boards Association (ASBA) has recognized one of our students with a prestigious provincial honour, celebrating leadership, resilience, and a deep commitment to culture and community. R.F. Staples School student Dennis McDonald is among 12 students across Alberta selected to receive the 2026 ASBA Honouring Spirit: Indigenous Student Award, chosen from more than […]
Read more moreBarrhead Elementary Students Hit a High Note with Provincial Recommendation
April 16th, 2026Students in Mrs. Anne-Marie Tyrell’s Grade 2A class at École Barrhead Elementary School (BES) are celebrating an exciting musical achievement after being recommended to represent their school and community at the provincial level following their performance in the Barrhead Rotary Music Festival in March. The young performers impressed the adjudicator with their enthusiastic and polished […]
Read more moreCommunity Support Brings Construction Technology to Life at Eleanor Hall School
March 31st, 2026At Eleanor Hall School (EHS), the sounds of learning are taking on a new form—measuring, cutting, and building. Students are already hard at work in the school’s new Junior High Construction Technology program, gaining hands-on experience and developing practical skills that will serve them well into the future. This exciting addition to the school’s programming […]
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March 27th, 2026Division Office ~ CASA Mental Health Classroom Coming to Pembina Hills The Pembina Hills Board of Trustees has approved a new mental health program that will bring specialized support directly into one of our schools. Starting in September 2026, a CASA Mental Health Classroom will open within the division as part of a partnership between […]
Read more moreBCHS Modernization Spring 2026 Update
March 23rd, 2026Work continues on the modernization and right-sizing project of Barrhead Composite High School (BCHS). While Mother Nature has caused a few delays along the way, progress continues across the site—and it’s becoming more visible every day! Phase 1 Recap Phase One began in July 2025 and is expected to be completed in late spring 2026. […]
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