News Types: Recognition Awards

Joan Gravel receives Exemplary Support Services Award

June 20th, 2025

For many years, Joan Gravel has been a pillar of support for staff and students at École Barrhead Elementary School, consistently demonstrating unparalleled dedication and a profound love for her work. Joan’s commitment to her role is truly exceptional. She arrives early to welcome kindergarten students off the bus and ensures everything is ready for […]

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Mallory McNelly receives Exemplary Teacher Award

June 19th, 2025

Mallory is an outstanding educator whose dedication to student success, inclusive practices, and positive influence profoundly impacts our school community. As the Eleanor Hall School’s Inclusive Education Coordinator, Mallory tirelessly ensures every student receives the support needed to reach their full potential. She collaborates closely with staff, parents, and a network of professionals to craft […]

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Candice Lucas receives Exemplary Support Services Award

June 18th, 2025

Candice embodies exceptional initiative and an unwavering commitment to the students and staff at École Barrhead Elementary School (BES). As an Educational Assistant, she consistently steps forward to provide support, ensuring clear communication and proactively addressing challenges within her school. Her dedication extends beyond expectations, notably in her role as an Educational Assistant Liaison, where […]

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Ian Glynn receives Exemplary Teacher Award

June 16th, 2025

Ian Glynn is a teacher at R.F. Staples Secondary School. He is described as consistently going above and beyond for his students and colleagues. He invests considerable time providing detailed feedback, offering support outside of class hours, and ensuring every student feels valued. His willingness to thoroughly review proposals and provide references showcases his deep […]

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Randy & Rilayna Pidsadowski receive Exemplary Parent Volunteer Award

June 13th, 2025

Randy and Rilayna Pidsadowski are a remarkable duo who consistently demonstrate an extraordinary commitment to R. F. Staples Secondary School (RFS) students and the school community, embodying the true spirit of generosity, leadership, and compassion. Randy and Rilayana are pillars of RFS and the sports community, volunteering countless hours coaching basketball and supporting volleyball programs. […]

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Lillian Hnatko receives Exemplary Community Partner Award

June 3rd, 2025

We are happy to honour an individual whose spirit and dedication have become an integral part of the Barrhead Composite High School (BCHS) community.  Long before the school day officially begins, Lillian Hnatko can be found volunteering her time to prepare breakfast bins, ensuring students at BCHS start their day nourished. Lillian also generously shares […]

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Frank McCallum receives Exemplary Teacher Award

May 15th, 2025

We proudly honor Mr. Frank McCallum, an educator whose two decades of dedication have profoundly impacted our school division. Frank is a teacher and administrator at Vista Virtual School. Frank embodies an exemplary teacher, consistently going above and beyond to ensure every student realizes their full potential. He is deeply involved in all aspects of […]

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Desiree Cote receives Exemplary Support Services Award

May 7th, 2025

Desiree embodies the heart and soul of exceptional educational support, consistently demonstrating dedication and compassion in all aspects of her work. As an Educational Assistant for the Early Learning Program at École Barrhead Elementary School, she possesses a remarkable ability to foster a sense of calm and confidence, creating a positive and reassuring environment for […]

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Michelle Rau receives Exemplary Teacher Award

May 2nd, 2025

With over two decades of dedicated service to Pembina Hills, Michelle has consistently exemplified the qualities of an outstanding educator and community member. Throughout her tenure, which includes impactful years at Jarvie School and the last ten at Pembina North Community School (PNCS), Michelle has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to her students, colleagues, and the […]

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Keeara King & Lisa Lawrence Receive Exemplary Parent Volunteer Awards

May 1st, 2025

Pembina Hills proudly recognizes Lisa Lawrence and Keeara King for their exceptional volunteer contributions and dedicated leadership in their roles in the Pembina North Community School School Council and Fundraising Associations.  Lisa and Keeara have consistently gone above and beyond, organizing a wide range of successful school activities like bingos, “Skate-a-Thons”, luncheons, and track meets […]

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