Lisa Gehring’s teaching career with Pembina Hills Public Schools began 18 years ago.  From Eleanor Hall to W.R. Frose and now Neerlandia Public Christian School, Lisa has embraced the change and cultivated a culture of academic, social-emotional, spiritual learning and wellness for all.  As an outstanding teacher and administrator, Lisa is being recognized for her […]

Andrea Wierenga has been teaching with Pembina Hills Public Schools for over 12 years.  Currently teaching grade five at Barrhead Elementary School, Andrea maintains a learning environment that is safe and caring.  Her classroom is positive and supportive, where she encourages the students to always do their best.  It is evident that she truly cares […]

As a pediatrician, Dr. Alan Murdock has served Pembina Hills for almost 20 years.  A strong advocate for his patients and their families, he has been an essential link between education and health.  Although he has retired from his practice, we want to recognize him for the exemplary efforts he has made supporting our PHPS […]

Daphne and David Dowbush started volunteering at Dunstable School five years ago when their grandchildren were students.  Although, their grandchildren no longer attend the school, they continue to volunteer and support the school’s breakfast and hot lunch programs.  They do the work –  planning menus, shopping, delivering food, and preparing all the hot lunches.  Dunstable […]

Sharon Sloat has now been with Pembina Hills for over 6 years.  Currently a grade one/CALM teacher at Vista Virtual, prior to that Sharon spent time teaching grade 5/6 at Dunstable School. Her love of music was evident, from coordinating the Christmas Concert and Spring Tea to having instruments available for use during recess.  Sharon’s […]

Jennifer provides Learning Network Support at the Alberta Distance Learning Centre (ADLC) in Lethbridge.  Her colleagues tell us that she is professional, positive, and helpful, always going the extra mile to assist clients with whatever they need.  She is known as a problem solver, supporting the teachers and the administrative team.  Jennifer is a strong […]

Ariana Montgomery is a Grade 1 teacher at Pembina North Community School. Ariana invests countless hours planning and preparing purposeful learning activities for her students. Students spend their day inspired in her warm, welcoming, and cheerful classroom. Through her support and encouragement, she helps each child succeed. Ariana’s dedication to her profession and her students […]

Sandy McCarthy with the Barrhead & District FCSS plans, prepares, and organizes healthy and nutritious lunches daily at École Barrhead Elementary School. Her loving work and dedication to the program gives students the opportunity to focus on learning rather than hunger pains. When Sandy is not busy at the school, she caters various functions on […]

“Mrs. Musterer is really good at flipping pancakes.” “I will always remember Mrs. Musterer doing the best art projects.” Starlene Musterer has worked for many years as a program assistant at École Westlock Elementary School.  Starlene is passionate about her work and it is evident in the memories that students have shared.  She has made […]

Amy Swan is a grade 3 teacher at École Barrhead Elementary School.  Amy is a caring, nurturing, and patient teacher.  She strives to get to know her students, their interests and the qualities that make each one special.  Amy’s classroom is a safe and friendly environment in which students can grow in, engage in, and […]