Foothills School Division: Vertical Farm Initiative
This innovative community project at Oilfield High School exposed students to growing techniques and provides hands-on experience in how to become food producers within their community. The initiative brings together the entire community, including businesses to focus on the environment and sustainable growing methods in rural communities.
Edmonton Catholic School Division: Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-racism Strategic Plan
The multi-phased development of Edmonton Catholic Schools Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Antiracism Strategic Plan included hearing from diverse voices across multiple stakeholder and advisory groups, parents and guardians who identified as belonging to equity seeking groups. The initiative comprised a comprehensive survey and sought robust input from school councils.
Linda Wigton, Former Zone 2/3 Director
Former Zone 2/3 Director Linda Wigton shared her expertise in many areas of the Association’s business. She served on ASBA’s Advocacy Committee from December 2021 to December 2022, where her work undoubtedly contributed to advancing ASBA’s advocacy efforts. She provided invaluable insight with proposed Bylaw amendments and played a pivotal role in the success of ASBA’s General Meetings, moderating breakout sessions.
Former Director Linda also represented ASBA on external committees including the King’s University Teacher Education Advisory Committee and the University of Alberta Field Experiences Policy Advisory Committee. Her ability to engage, guide and connect with our members has truly enhanced the quality and impact of ASBA’s work. ASBA extends thanks to Director Linda for her outstanding service.
Zone 1: Angela Sheppard, Grande Prairie Catholic School Division
Angela completed her first year of teaching at St. Joseph Catholic High School in Grande Prairie where she taught Math 10C, 10-3 and Math 30-2 along with Religious Studies 15. Emily employs a “thinking classroom” methodology and utilizes a diverse array of planning and instructional strategies, along with multiple assessment practices, to cater to the unique learning needs of each student.
Zone 2/3: Krysta Florence, Edmonton Public School Division
Krysta completed her first year of teaching at Rutherford School where she taught Grade 1 and French as a Second Language to both Grade 1 and Grade 4 students. Her empathy, attention to detail and compassion was evident in her daily interactions with students, staff and families, and how she made everyone around her feel seen, heard and valued.
Zone 2/3: Elsa MacIsaac, Greater St. Albert Catholic School Division
Elsa completed her first year of teaching at Morinville Community High School where she taught Social Studies 10-1 and the Respectful Inclusive Supported Education program (RISE). She planned unique and diverse lesson plants to fit the needs of each of her students, including those with complex needs.
Zone 4: Amy Severston, Chinook’s Edge School Division
Amy completed her first year of teaching at Bowden Grandview School where she taught Grade 5 math, science and social studies; Grade 7 science, physical education, advisory and CTF; and, Grade 8 advisory. She was the recipient of Chinook’s Edge School Board’s Flourishing Innovations grant for her work with her Grade 7 students to create a sustainable farmer’s market.
Zone 5: Alicia Grenier, Calgary Catholic School Division
Alicia completed her first-year of teaching at St. Timothy Junior/Senior High School where she taught high school English and Social Studies. She worked tirelessly in a complex classroom that included students with severe cognitive and medical complexities, Ukrainian refugees and diverse learners to create an inclusive environment that centred on student success.
Zone 6: Katie Albers, Medicine Hat Public School Division
Katie completed her first year of teaching at Southview Elementary, where she taught Grade 4/5. She built a wonderful rapport with all her students and encouraged student learning through critical thinking, hands-on learning, technology and collaboration. Friends of Education Award
Zone 1: Sean Sargent and the Sargent Family Foundation nominated by Grande Prairie Public School Division
An active supporter of Grande Prairie school division since the early 1990s, Sean and the Sargent Family Foundation have provided presentations to students through the Junior Achievement program, contributed through the Tim Horton’s Smile Cookie program and provided playground fundraising support. Sean Sargent also lead the Rotary Greena-thon teaching students in Grades 5 and 6 about community services.
Zone 4: School Resource Officers Program nominated by Wolf Creek School Division
School Resource Officers (SROs) worked collaboratively with stakeholders in Wolf Creek School Division schools to provide a positive learning environment around social issues and citizenship and resolve issues and concerns in a safe and peaceful manner.
Zone 5: The Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation nominated by Canadian Rockies School Division
The Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation generously donated $734,000 to the Canadian Rockies Public Schools for the 2022/23 school year – which marks their tenth year of support. Their generous contributions continue to have a significant impact on mental health wrap-around services and outdoor experiential learning programs for every student in the division.
Friends of Education Award
Sean Sargent and the Sargent Family Foundation, Grande Prairie Public School Division
School Resource Officers program, Wolf Creek School Division
Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation, Canadian Rockies School Division