PPeemmbbiinnaa HHiillllss RReeggiioonnaall DDiivviissiioonn NNoo.. 77 5310 – 49 STREET Barrhead, Alberta (780) 674-8500 “Together We Learn” “Together We Learn” Pembina Hills Regional Division No. 7 Board of Trustees Board Chair – Sharon Volorney, Barrhead Electoral Subdivision 3 (Barrhead Town) Vice-Chair – Kim Webster, Barrhead Electoral Subdivision 2 (Barrhead Rural) Dale Schaffrick - Barrhead Electoral Subdivision 1 (Barrhead Rural) Sherri Watson - Swan Hills Ward 1 David Truckey - Westlock Electoral Subdivision 3 (Westlock Town) Sherry Allen - Westlock Electoral Subdivision 1 (Westlock Rural) Annette Bokenfohr - Westlock Electoral Subdivision 2 (Westlock Rural) Superintendent – Colleen Symyrozum-Watt Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources – Wendy Scinski Secretary Treasurer – Tracy Meunier “Together We Learn” “Together We Learn” The Region Pembina Hills Regional Division No. 7 is located northwest of Edmonton, serving the centres of Westlock, Barrhead and Swan Hills, as well as a number of smaller rural communities. The area has a thriving agricultural economy in the south, as well as energy and forestry industries in the north. The Pembina Hills region provides residents with the essence of rural Alberta. A multitude of recreational and cultural opportunities exist, including excellent community theatres, libraries, golf courses, tennis courts, hockey arenas, curling rinks, ski hills and many other facilities. Numerous popular lakes and rivers encompass the natural areas, attracting many outdoor enthusiasts. “Together We Learn” The School Division About Us Pembina Hills School Division delivers educational services to the municipalities of Swan Hills, Woodlands County, County of Barrhead, Town of Barrhead, Westlock County, Town of Westlock, Village of Clyde, the south eastern portion of M.D. of Big Lakes and the southern portion of the M.D. of Lesser Slave River. Public school services are provided through twenty schools. Two of these are Hutterite Colonies while another school offers an alternate public program focusing on a non-denominational Christian education. Pembina Hills also has established Outreach and Virtual School programs. Pembina Hills Regional Division No. 7 has a long history of outstanding education along with a strong sense of community. We are proud of the welcoming atmosphere that exists at our schools. This creates a positive learning environment where students feel comfortable and safe and parents are encouraged to get involved. Through a Service Agreement with Alberta Education, PHRD is also responsible for the Alberta Distance Learning Centre (ADLC). Based in Barrhead, with regional offices in Calgary, Edmonton, and Lethbridge, ADLC offers core and complementary courses, as well as Francophone and French Immersion programs, outlined in Alberta Education’s programs of study. ADLC provides 21st Century Learning opportunities in print, online, and blended formats for Grades 1 – 12 students and adult learners across Alberta. “Together We Learn” Mandate Pembina Hills School Division shall deliver an education program consistent with the Alberta School Act. Purpose Our purpose is to ensure the delivery of an excellent education to our students so they become good citizens who contribute to society. Our Goals PHRD’s Education Plan Goals align to those of the province: 1. An Excellent Start to Learning 2. Success for Every Student 3. Quality Teaching and School Leadership 4. Engaged and Effective Governance The Board’s Priorities for 2013-2016 are a continuation of the Priorities from the previous year and are as follows: The Engaged Learner - This central focus captures the Board’s intent that all participants in the education system need to become Engaged Learners. The students will be engaged when their teachers, administration, and parents demonstrate commitment to learning. This concept is central to the Board’s motto; “Together We Learn”. Success for ALL Students - This priority captures the desire of the Board that all students achieve success relevant to their grade level, ability and individual needs. Under this priority the Board envisioned strategies to support learners in the inclusive learning environment of our rural schools. Universal Design for Learning and Differentiated Instruction - This priority recognizes the value and importance of designing instruction and assessment in ways that are accessible to EVERY child. Under this priority the Board envisioned strategies that would enhance educators’ capacities to design and deliver instruction. “Together We Learn” Service Areas Pembina Hills Regional Division No. 7 has a dedicated staff willing to facilitate student learning in the following Regional Office Service Areas: Superintendent’s Office Business and Communications Services Education Services Information Technology Services Facilities and Transportation Services Employee Services (Formerly Human Resources and Payroll) For contact information please visit our website at www.phrd.ab.ca Parents & Students Pembina Hills Regional Division No. 7 views parents as the key influence in a child’s life, and welcome their involvement. Our excellent, caring teachers and support staff work with parents to help each child make the most of their educational experience. Career Opportunities Application Process: Career Opportunities are posted on the PHRD website at www.phrd.ab.ca Click on Careers Then on Current Positions and follow the instructions to apply Please include the following documentation, when applying for positions: Resume Cover Letter Minimum of three (3) professional references and permission to contact references If you are successful in your application, we will require the following documentation prior to your start with Pembina Hills Regional Division: Criminal Record Check Child Welfare Record Check “Together We Learn” Wards & Electoral Subdivisions “Together We Learn” “Together We Learn” Our Schools Alberta Distance Learning Centre “Success for Every Student” Grades 1 - 12 Contact Us: Box 4000 Barrhead, Alberta T7N 1P3 Phone: (780) 674-5333 Toll-free: 1-866-774-5333 Fax: (780) 674-7593 Highlights: Website: www.adlc.ca ADLC has been a world leader in distance education since established in 1923 ADLC is funded by the Government of Alberta and is Edmonton Office considered to be the provincial distance learning Phone: (780) 427-2766 centre offering Grades 1 – 12 courses available from the Alberta Program of Studies Calgary Office ADLC works in close partnership with schools and Phone: (403) 290-0978 jurisdictions to serve the unique distance learning needs of school aged children Lethbridge Office ADLC also offers Grade 1 – 12 courses to adults Phone: (403) 327-2160 A multi-modal program delivery (print, online, video- conference) to meet individual student needs, Assistant Superintendent of ADLC: abilities and potentials Cam Oulton Offers Distributed Learning which allows instructor, students, and content to be located in different, non- Principal: centralized locations so that instruction and learning Brett Cooper can occur independent of time and place. “Together We Learn” Barrhead Composite High School “Building Confidence, Honesty & Skills” Grades 7 - 12 Contact Us: 5307 – 53 Avenue Barrhead, Alberta T7N 1P2 Phone: (780) 674-8522 Fax: (780) 674-8543 Website: www.barrheadcomposite.ca Principal: David Garbutt Highlights: Recognized for its excellence and innovative approaches to delivering academic programs Received provincial, national and international recognition in Music, Skills Canada, various academic and athletic competitions Extensive CTS Programs including Mechanics, Carpentry, Fabrication, Communication Technology, Cosmetology, Community Health and Information Processing Excellent special needs programs and extensive off- campus course offerings Barrhead Elementary School “Rising to the Challenge” “Relever le defi” Grades K-6 Dual Track Contact Us: 5103 – 53 Avenue Barrhead, Alberta T7N 1N9 Phone: (780) 674-8518 Fax: (780) 674-8541 Website: www.barrheadelementary.ca Principal: Dale Bujold Highlights: Strong emphasis on whole child education Intramural athletic program, extracurricular activities Dual track school offering both English and French include Basketball, Indoor Track (Edmonton Journal Immersion instruction. Games), Jump Rope for Heart Excellent academic results Music, Phys Ed., Special Ed. Counselling Full Special Needs Program and an ECS, “P.R.E.P.” ECS “PREP” program – playbased preschool program Program geared for students identified with special needs and Special Events – Rotary Music Festival, Science Fair, typically developing children Winter Fun Day and Carnival, Art Show, Full Field Trips Grade 5 classes involved in field trips to resource Grades 4- 6 Choir centres tied to Grade 5 curriculum Grade 6 Peace Keepers & DARE program Grade 6 classes involved in Jasper Challenge, a major mountain hiking experience “Together We Learn” Busby School “Achieving Excellence Child By Child Day By Day – Together” Grades K- 6 Contact Us: General Delivery Busby, AB TOG OHO Phone: (780) 349-2464 Fax: (780) 349-2431 Website: www.busbyschool.ca Principal: Nadine Marchand Highlights: Program focuses on the Whole Child, recognizing the Bright clean school and a dedicated caring staff potential of all children and encouraging life-long School Council encourages parents to take an active part in learning in a small school, family atmosphere their child(ren)’s education and meet other parents by Small classes focus on individualized