It’s just after the doors open, and the day is beginning in one of our Early Learning classrooms. Small boots are lined up by the door. Backpacks are carefully unzipped. A child pauses for a moment before proudly hanging up their coat — maybe on their own, maybe with a quick glance at a visual […]

~Division Office Transportation Fees Updated for 2026–2027 At their February 25, 2026, meeting, the Board of Trustees approved updated transportation fees for the 2026–2027 school year.  In-Town Transportation The in-town transportation fee for students who are not eligible for provincial funding will increase from $200.00 to $280.00. This fee applies to students who live close […]

On behalf of the Board of Trustees, we are pleased to provide an update on our long-term leadership planning for the division. As we prepare for the retirement of our current Superintendent of Schools on August 31, 2026, trustees have prioritized a comprehensive recruitment process to identify our next leader. To lead this important work, […]

We are deeply saddened by the tragic act of violence that occurred at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia, resulting in the unimaginable and heartbreaking loss of life. On behalf of our Board of Trustees and entire school division, we extend our sincere condolences to the families, students, staff, and broader community affected by […]

The Board of Trustees joins me in sharing that Superintendent of Schools Brett Cooper has announced his intention to retire, effective August 31, 2026. While we look forward to celebrating his next chapter, his departure will mark the close of a notable 35-year career in public education, including 24 years of exceptional service to our […]

The Pembina Hills School Division Board of Trustees has approved the Annual Education Results Report (AERR) for the 2024–2025 school year, a key accountability document required by Alberta Education and an important way the division shares progress with students, families, staff, and the broader community. The AERR demonstrates how the division collects, analyzes, and evaluates […]