Prairie Land Public School Division
101 Palliser Trail
PO Box 670
Hanna, Alberta
T0J 1P0
403-854-4481
1-800-601-3898
"Small Schools Preparing Students for Big Futures"
Our focus: Teaching and Learning, Health and Wellness, Culture and Inclusivity, Community and Engagement
Board Meeting Highlights - September 21, 2021
Trustee Recognition/Acclaimed Candidates
Trustees were recognized for their years of service on the Board at the meeting: Board Chair Holli Smith 8 years, Board Vice-chair Marsha Tkach 12 years, Barry Davis 8 years, and Gwen Hampton 4 years.
*As of the September 21/2021 Board meeting, Ward 4, Subdivision 1 was still vacant, however, as of September 24, this seat has now been acclaimed by Ken Macfarlane. Prairie Land would like to congratulate all trustees on their acclamations, and to acknowledge Barry Davis and Gwen Hampton for their service to the Board of Trustees of Prairie Land Public School Division.
Elected by Acclamation
Number of Vacancies
Ward or Electoral Division Number
Berry Creek
Holli Smith 1 Trustee WARD 1
Town of Hanna 2 Trustees
Lindsay Bond
Shauna Davies WARD 2 – Subdivision 1
Youngstown / Hanna Rural
Scott MacPherson 1 Trustee WARD 2 – Subdivision 2
Veteran
Marsha Tkach 1 Trustee WARD 3 – Subdivision 1
Altario / Consort
Jinel Ference 1 Trustee WARD 3 – Subdivision 2
Morrin / Munson
STILL VACANT* 1 Trustee WARD 4 – Subdivision 1
Delia
Shandele Battle 1 Trustee WARD 4 – Subdivision 2
2020-2021 Prairie Land Public School Division Scholarship Recipients
The Board reviewed the successful 2020-2021 Prairie Land Scholarship recipients and congratulated students on their awards.
Scholarship
Winner/School
Ida Fielding Bursary
Amanda Creasy J.C. Charyk, Hanna
Liam McKeage J.C. Charyk, Hanna
Norman Alexander Duff Memorial
Abbegayle Brady J.C. Charyk, Hanna
Pioneer Homestead Bursary
Anika Mouly Consort
PLRD Achievement
Jessica Hadwin Consort
Sonya Nielsen Delia
Joseph Van Lagen Altario
PLRD Distinction
Paige Kobberstad J.C. Charyk, Hanna
PLRD Education
Jon Thornton Consort
Special Areas #2 Education Bursary (Estate of Orlin Graham Pearce)
Jock Hein J.C. Charyk, Hanna
J.C. Charyk Hanna School Innovation Academy
The Board of Trustees passed a motion to approve an in-year request to provide funding to J.C. Charyk Hanna School for the establishment of their School of Excellence in the amount of $160,000. The school is currently creating the J.C. Charyk Innovation Academy that addresses relevant learning and innovative teaching practice across all curricular areas.
For additional information please contact: Cam McKeage, Superintendent of Schools, Prairie Land Public School Division 403.854.4481.
Board Meeting Highlights - September 13, 2021 Special Meeting
Masks in Prairie Land
On September 3, 2021 the Government of Alberta announced temporary new measures to help reduce transmission and prevent the health-care system from being overwhelmed within the province as a result of COVID-19. With this announcement, masks have been mandated in all indoor public spaces and workplaces, with the exception of schools. This has created much discussion with education stakeholders throughout Alberta, as local School Boards have now been given the autonomy to identify masking requirements (that must be informed by local perspectives), within their schools.
The Board of Trustees of Prairie Land Public School Division called an emergent meeting for September 13, 2021 to discuss the issue regarding masking of students and staff in Prairie Land schools. The Board reflected on the following in an effort to assist their decision making process:
1. Safe and caring environments in all schools
2. Guidance from Chief Medical Officer of Health, Alberta Health,
and Alberta Education
3. State of the provincial health system
4. Prairie Land staff and parent survey data
After much deliberation and reflection, the Board of Trustees unanimously voted in favour of Prairie Land Public School Division continuing to follow the advice and guidance of the Chief Medical Officer of Health, whereas student and staff mask use in all schools will continue to be voluntary. Although masks are not required in schools at this time, students will be supported if they decide to exercise their right to wear one. Individuals should consider their own risks and personal situation when making decisions on wearing a mask.
The Board of Trustees would like to thank staff and parents for their contribution to the masking survey administered by the division. For further information, please access the updated Prairie Land 2021-2022 School Year Plan.
For additional information please contact: Cam McKeage, Superintendent of Schools, Prairie Land Public School Division 403.854.4481.
Online Learning
Prairie Land Public School Division offers a choice of two online learning opportunities for the 2020-2021 school year. Please visit Hope Christian School or Prairie Land Online for more information regarding your alternative learning needs.
Prairie Land Public School Division Board Of Trustees Board Meetings
October 25, 2021
The October 25, 2021 Board meetings will be held online commencing at 9:00 a.m. To view the Board Organizational meeting agenda, please click here and to view the regular Board meeting agenda, please click here.
To view the meeting please click here.
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