Sandra Cober has been with Pembina Hills Public Schools for over 30 years. Since 1983, she has been at the Alberta Distance Learning Centre (ADLC). Sandra possesses countless qualities that make her worthy of this Exemplary Support Services Award. She is incredibly helpful, willing to answer any question, patient while helping others, steps up when […]
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Alicia Bentz shows compassion and enthusiasm for students
January 27th, 2017Alicia Bentz joined Pembina Hills Public Schools over 8 years ago as a teacher. Alicia teaches a French and an English kindergarten class at cole Barrhead Elementary School. She strives to do the best job possible in the two very different classes. Alicia has set her classroom up for the success of all students. She […]
Read more moreShelly Guelly’s cheery, positive manner helps students persevere
December 27th, 2016Shelly Guelly has been with Pembina Hills Public Schools for over 10 years as a Program Assistant. Three years ago, Shelly implemented the Fast ForWord program at Westlock Elementary School. She does a superb job of coaching and motivating the students. Shelly has even used her own funds to purchase the headphones that the students […]
Read more moreTeri Egert “hosts an open door policy” as RFS Teacher
November 27th, 2016Teri Egert is a teacher at R. F. Staples Secondary School. Her teaching demonstrates a talent of balancing passion and humor, a combination that guarantees engagement in an always diverse group of students. Teri always makes the students a priority and her door is always open. The growth she fosters in students and the independence […]
Read more moreRFS Program Assistant Audrey Sirant “goes beyond and contributes behind the scenes”
October 27th, 2016Audrey Sirant has been with Pembina Hills Public Schools for over twelve years. She goes beyond her Program Assistant role and contributes behind the scenes to ensure that her efforts are genuinely committed to student success. She is quiet, competent and efficient in everything she does. Audrey is a quiet reinforcement and she carves out […]
Read more moreKeen parent volunteers bring outdoor classroom to Dunstable School
September 27th, 2016Krista Schole and Tracy DeZaeyer have been active participants in the Dunstable School Council for years. From organizing the school breakfast snack program, canvassing for donations, and organizing fundraising events, they are active supporters of the school. Instrumental in spearheading the Outdoor Classroom Project, their vision became a reality after over two years of hard […]
Read more moreHilda Froese respected by students at BCHS
August 27th, 2016Hilda Froese has been with Pembina Hills Public Schools for over 28 years. Mrs. Froese works as a Librarian at Barrhead Composite High School. She has built a culture in the library where students can be themselves. Many have developed a key relationship with Mrs. Froese where they can speak to her about their lives, […]
Read more moreBES Teacher recognizes the importance of building relationships
June 27th, 2016Teaching at Barrhead Elementary School for eleven years, Shirley Grant understands what it takes to meet the needs of all her students. Recognizing the importance of building relationships she takes the time to get to know each of her students. Shirley is organized, pays attention to detail, and is a reflective teacher. This has served […]
Read more moreMargaret Simmons Receives Exemplary Support Services Award
June 27th, 2016Margaret has been with Pembina Hills Public Schools for three and a half years, starting out as a Program Assistant at Barrhead Elementary School and is now a Success Coach. In this role, she has provided support to many program assistants and students. Margaret takes the time to carefully observe the students she works with […]
Read more moreKathryn Quist Receives Exemplary Parent Volunteer Award
June 27th, 2016Kathryn has volunteered her time at Westlock Elementary School (WES) for the past two years. She serves as Chairperson for the School Advisory Council. She has attended the Regional School Council Conference, spearheaded our Back-to-School BBQ, Pi-Day, and Carnival Hoopla. She brings her special touch to the Staff Appreciation Luncheon as well as tending to […]
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