We are ready for Awards Day tomorrow! Reminder of events: 10am - Athletics Awards 10:45am - Academic Awards and Scholarships 11:45am - Stan Tiffin Retirement 12:00 - Free Family BBQ (donations accepted to travel club) 12:45-1:45pm - Grade 4-6 Swimming 2:00pm - Student Dismissal Looking forward to seeing you at SGS tomorrow! All events will be live streamed through YouTube - PRPS Live Stream!

🏐 What an incredible experience! 🏐 The Chris Byam Volleyball Camp wrapped up yesterday, and we couldn’t be more thrilled with how it went! A massive THANK YOU to Chris Byam for providing this amazing opportunity for our students. Sharing your knowledge, elite skills, and deep strategy of the game was truly invaluable. It’s not every day our athletes get to learn directly from a professional volleyball player! We are so grateful for your time and mentorship, Chris. The Senate Gershaw community is rooting for you, and we wish you the absolute best of luck as you play in Japan next season! 🇯🇵✈️

🎢 What a wild, fun-filled time it has been for Senator Gershaw School! 🎢 Our Grade 7–10 students have been out making memories (and testing their physics knowledge!) across three incredible field trips to Calaway Park. From thrilling rides to shared laughs, it’s been an amazing mix of real-world learning, camaraderie, and a whole lot of fun. A massive shout-out and THANK YOU to: Mr. Smith for organizing everything behind the scenes and keeping us on track! Our amazing teachers and parent volunteers who came along to supervise and keep everyone safe. The Parent Advisory Council (PAC) for their incredible support in helping make these field trips possible for our students! We are so grateful for our school community. Check out some of the smiles from our trips below! 👇📸 #kindlehearts #igniteminds

<p>Prairie Rose Public Schools is pleased to announce Nancy Ferris as the new Vice-Principal at CIS Omar Bin Al-Khattab Campus, effective for the 2026–2027 school year.</p><p>Nancy brings a strong combination of classroom experience and community engagement, along with a passion for supporting student success. She has worked across multiple school settings, including with the Calgary Board of Education, building a broad foundation in teaching and learning. Currently teaching at CIS Akram Jomaa Campus, she has experience across both kindergarten and upper elementary grades, supporting student growth through thoughtful instruction and strong relationships with families.</p><p>“I am deeply honoured and excited to be joining the CIS Omar Bin Al-Khattab family as Vice-Principal,” says Ferris. “ I am passionate about fostering positive relationships and creating meaningful opportunities for students to engage with and support the broader community. I believe that through service and community involvement, students gain invaluable life lessons that enrich their educational experience and personal growth.”</p><p>Throughout her teaching career, Nancy has worked with students across the elementary grades, helping them develop strong academic foundations while fostering curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning. She is recognized for her collaborative approach, commitment to student success, and ability to build positive learning environments that support every learner.</p><p>In addition to her classroom work, Nancy has shown strong leadership in school and community initiatives. She has coordinated large-scale fundraising efforts and led initiatives that have engaged entire school communities while supporting local and global causes.</p><p>Nancy holds a Bachelor of Education with a specialization in Elementary Mathematics, as well as a Bachelor of Commerce in Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics from the University of Calgary.</p><p>Prairie Rose Public Schools congratulates Nancy on her new role and looks forward to the leadership, energy, and community perspective she will bring to the CIS Omar Bin Al-Khattab Campus team.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Reminder AWARDS on Thursday, June 25th beginning at 10am! We will also be celebrating Stan Tiffin retirement at approximately 11:45am on this date. Free family BBQ to follow! All events will be live-streamed through PRPS live stream if you cannot be there in person. Going to be a great morning of celebrating!

☀️ An afternoon of learning and celebration! ☀️ Our Senator Gershaw Grade 4-6 students and Bow Island Elementary Grades 1-3 students joined forces today to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day! We were incredibly honored to welcome: Elder Jesse Plain Eagle from the Piikani Nation, who worked alongside some of our Grade 6 students to set up a our Senator Gershaw tipi. Jessica Goodrider, who captivated our students with wonderful storytelling. A huge thank you to Mrs. Hanna for making delicious bannock and sharing the history of how this traditional food is made! It was a truly memorable afternoon of listening, learning, and community for all of our Grade 1-6 students. 🧡🌾

<p>For South Central High School valedictorian Brody Dick, high school has been about more than academics. It has been an opportunity to build friendships, develop independence and learn how to work alongside people from all walks of life.</p><p>As graduation approaches, Dick says one of the most valuable lessons he will take with him is the ability to connect with and understand others.</p><p>“High school taught me that what matters most is probably the skills of being able to talk and work as a team with all different kinds of people,” he said. “Understand how people are different from me and then what they kind of want.”</p><p>Looking back on his high school years, one experience stands out above the rest. Earlier this year, South Central High School students travelled to Belize, where they explored jungles, visited ancient temple sites and snorkeled along the country's famous barrier reef.</p><p>“It was a really cool place down there,” he said. “We went snorkeling in the reef and explored different jungles and saw all the different cool animals there.”</p><p>While the trip created lasting memories, Dick says the friendships formed throughout high school are what he will miss most.</p><p>“You get to be friends with all different kinds of people you might not interact with again, really for the rest of your life,” he said.</p><p>A strong interest in science helped shape both his academic experience and future plans. Biology, chemistry and physics were among his favourite subjects, offering opportunities to better understand the world around him.</p><p>This fall, Dick will attend Medicine Hat College, where he plans to enter the General Sciences program. The pathway keeps several options open, including careers in medicine, dentistry or other science-related fields. The choice was influenced in part by his connection to Medicine Hat, where he has spent the past four years playing hockey and building friendships.</p><p>Outside the classroom, he has always enjoyed staying active through sports and outdoor activities, including hockey, skiing, mountain biking, boating and golf. Hockey, in particular, has played an important role in shaping both his character and confidence.</p><p>“Growing up, I played lots of hockey and had the opportunity to go play hockey in Medicine Hat the last four years,” he said. “I gained the experience of tons of social skills and also to push myself to be the best player and person I can be.”</p><p>With the school year wrapping up, Dick is looking ahead to the independence and opportunities that come with the next stage of life. His advice to fellow graduates is not to worry too much about being on their own after high school. Having already experienced a measure of independence through hockey, he believes the transition can be less daunting than many expect.</p>

🍩 Donuts with Dad! ☕✨ Yesterday morning, we kicked off the day in the best way possible! We had an amazing turnout of dads, grandpas, and father figures join us for a great morning filled with coffee, juice, and plenty of doughnuts. A massive thank you to our Student Council and Mrs. Hanna for organizing and putting on such a wonderful event! 👏❤️ To all the incredible dads and father figures in our Senator Gershaw community—Happy Father’s Day tomorrow! Enjoy your special day! 👨 #kindlehearts

🎨✍️ BIG CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR TALENTED STUDENTS! 🏆✨ We are incredibly proud to celebrate the amazing creativity and talent of our students at Senator Gershaw School! Recently, members of the Bow Island Legion visited our school to personally present awards to the winners of the Legion Art and Writing Contest. Please join us in giving a massive round of applause to our outstanding winners: April, Jonah, and Fischer – Local Poster Contest Winners! 🖌️ Mya – Winner for her poster at both the Local AND District levels! 🥇 Chloe – Double award winner! She took home a win for her poem at the Local level, and her poster was awarded at both the Local AND District levels! 📝🎨 Thank you to the Bow Island Legion for their continued support of our youth, and congratulations again to all of our talented artists and writers! 🐊 #igniteminds #kindlehearts

Reminder Donuts with Dad Friday morning at SGS! Great way to start a Friday!

🛩️ Up, up, and away! 🏔️ Yesterday was an unforgettable day for the Senator Gershaw Grade 5 class! The students took to the skies and went flying with the amazing team at Super T Aviation—talk about an incredible bird's-eye view! But the adventure didn't stop there. They also kept their feet on the ground to explore Red Rock Canyon, a beautiful little gem of an area just south of Seven Persons. Huge thanks to everyone who made this spectacular field trip possible. Our future pilots and explorers had the absolute best time! 🌟 #igniteminds #kindlehearts

🦕 A Roaring Success! 🦖 Our Senator Gershaw Grade 4 students just got back from an unforgettable adventure at the Royal Tyrrell Museum in Drumheller! Our young paleontologists had an incredible time diving into the world of dinosaurs. They didn’t just look at history—they made it by creating their very own dinosaur bone castings! The highlight of the trip? Getting to spend the night sleeping right inside the museum galleries alongside the fossils! ⛺✨ To wrap up an amazing trip, the students explored the incredible nearby hoodoos and took in the beautiful badlands scenery. A huge thank you to our amazing staff and parent volunteers who made this annual field trip possible. Our Grade 4s definitely made memories to last a lifetime! ❤️🎒 #igniteminds #kindlehearts

Gators of the Week - Celebrating student character and leadership! Gators of the week for the first week of June was Quyn and Trent. Both boys were a big help in the SGS Junior High track and field day, jumping right in and volunteering for the afternoon of discuss measuring! Quyn further was a big help in working the zone track and field shot put station with Mr. Smith. Great work guys! #kindlehearts

Forms have been sent home to get rough numbers. Join us on Friday a new tradition!

🌲🎒 What a day to be outdoors! ☀️🏌️‍♂️ Last week our Senator Gershaw Grade 5 class had an absolute blast on their field trip to Cypress Hills (Elkwater)! Our students put their teamwork and survival skills to the test with some awesome shelter building, channeled their inner explorers for a round of geocaching, and even managed to sneak in a fun game of mini golf! We couldn't have asked for better weather or a better group of adventurers. Way to represent our school, Grade 5s! #kindlehearts #igniteminds

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Redcliff, AB</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> - Redcliff, AB – The Redcliff Scholarships for Advanced Education Committee is pleased to announce that Eagle Butte High School graduates Zaria Kelly, Josh Neufeld, and Rachel Pachan have been selected as the recipients of the 2026 Redcliff Scholarship Awards. All three students will be attending post secondary institutions this fall and will each receive a $6,000 scholarship to support their educational pursuits.</span></p><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 32.2897%;"><col style="width: 67.7103%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/2d223252-91d7-4dbf-b4e7-9beb626b3a57?fingerprint=ppb20260612193734" alt="Kelly Zaria152 174 111433D7" width="176" height="220" style="width:176px;height:220px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Zaria Kelly</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> will be attending Medicine Hat College to pursue a Bachelor of Education degree, with the goal of becoming an elementary school teacher at I.F. Cox School in Redcliff.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">“My lifelong dedication to serving the Redcliff community and my passion for working with children have inspired my goal of becoming a teacher and contributing to our community's future.”</span></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/a1b95c43-a4a5-4b42-bf69-996893c31c68?fingerprint=ppb20260612193732" alt="Neufeld Joshua152 174 150284P9" width="177" height="222" style="width:177px;height:222px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Josh Neufeld</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> will be attending Prairie College to pursue a Bachelor of Theology degree. Following his undergraduate studies, he plans to continue his education with the goal of entering pastoral ministry or becoming a teacher.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">“I am drawn to both ministry and education because they involve studying Scripture, theology, and history, and then sharing that knowledge with others in a way that helps them grow.”</span></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/d13f23b7-6eeb-4c0b-9c22-6ad3c72c3662?fingerprint=ppb20260612193732" alt="Pachan Rachel152 174 15283P8Z" width="180" height="225" style="width:180px;height:225px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Rachel Pachan</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> will be attending the University of Lethbridge to pursue a dual Bachelor of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Education degree. Her goal is to build a career as an art teacher.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">“I strongly believe that the world needs art, beauty, and love, and I hope to share those values through education.”</span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">“The committee reviewed eleven applications from an exceptionally strong group of students, making this year's selection process very challenging,” said Pam Cursons, Chair of the Scholarship Selection Committee. “We are proud to support Zaria, Josh, and Rachel as they pursue their post secondary goals and look forward to seeing the contributions they will make in the future.”</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Established in 2002, the Redcliff Scholarships for Advanced Education support outstanding local students as they pursue post secondary studies. Since the program's inception, the scholarships have helped more than 60 local graduates continue their education and pursue their career goals. The program is funded through the generosity of Redcliff organizations, past and present residents, and community supporters who recognize the value of investing in future generations.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The scholarship program currently includes three annual awards of up to $6,000 each, including the original Redcliff Scholarship for Advanced Education, the For Four Friends Scholarship, and the David Jon Thomson Scholarship. Selection criteria include financial need, leadership and citizenship, academic merit, and overall ability, with preference given to first year students who have resided in Redcliff for the majority of their school years.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you require further information, please contact Fund Administrator Pat Cocks at the number listed below.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Pat Cocks</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Redcliff Scholarship Fund Administrator</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">403-548-9784</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">---</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Terms of Reference for Scholarships</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Redcliff Scholarship for Advanced Education was launched at the Reunion of the 1944 Grade One Class held in September 2002. The aim was to create an endowed scholarship fund. Ongoing public contributions credited to this fund have been contributed by, or in tribute to, past and present citizens of Redcliff and by Redcliff organizations. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A second scholarship designated as the “For Four Friends Scholarship” was established in the memory of the value of the lifelong Redcliff friendships of Jack Fairhurst, Ron Hodges, John Hudak and Gerald Berkhold. This second scholarship is administered parallel to the initial scholarship. It enabled two separate but equal scholarships to be awarded commencing in 2006.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A third award was created in December 2020 by the family of David Jon Thomson to honour his legacy. Mr. Thomson grew up in Redcliff and was a well-known businessman and a lifelong supporter of higher education.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The scholarships are to support the brightest and most able Redcliff high school graduates to explore fully their potential. The scholarships have as priorities the student’s financial need and overall abilities. The award criteria include: financial need, leadership and citizenship and academic merit, with preference to first year students. Priority will be given to applicants who have resided in Redcliff for the majority of their school years.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Payment of the scholarships are governed as follows:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">● There are three separate annual scholarships for tuition at an institution of advanced education to a maximum of $6,000 each.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">● The $6,000 scholarship will be applied to the student’s tuition with two equal payments of $3,000 being sent directly to the post-secondary institution in mid-August and mid-December by Prairie Rose Public Schools.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">● A scholarship award will be available for 18 months from the date of the award.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">● Scholarship recipients may apply in subsequent years, but awards will be made with preference to first year students.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Questions regarding payment are to be directed to:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mr. Ryan Boser, Chief Financial Officer </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Prairie Rose Public Schools </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">918 Second Avenue Dunmore, Alberta T1B 0K3 </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">403-527-5516 ext. 2313 </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">[email protected]</span></p>

Gators of the Week - celebrating student character and leadership. Gator of the week from the last week of May was Alia and Lily. These two can often be noticed helping out in the school or laughing in our common area/hallways. They were a big help cleaning of trays and helping tidy up the common area after our last PAC hot lunch! #kindlehearts

🎨 Community, Connection, and Creativity! ❤️ A huge shout-out to the incredible Grade 7 students at Senator Gershaw School! They recently took it upon themselves to develop a beautiful community project that is bringing generations together. The students completely took the reins—planning the project, reaching out to the team at Pleasant View Lodge, and organizing a wonderful day of arts and crafts. They spent the afternoon side-by-side with the Lodge's residents, creating art and sharing stories. We are so incredibly proud of these young leaders for their initiative, kindness, and dedication to brightening up our community. Way to go, Gators! 🐊✨ #kindlehearts #igniteminds

AMA Patrol Field Trip. Students in Grade 5 faithfully patrol the crosswalk at Bow Island Elementary. No matter the weather they go over and help ensure students get across the intersection safely. As a reward for their commitment students went rock climbing and swimming last week! A great way to celebrate a good year of patrol while keeping fit and having fun! #kindlehearts

<p>For Foremost School valedictorian Kaelyn King, high school has been about much more than academics. It has been a journey of learning how to balance responsibilities, serve others and make the most of every opportunity that comes her way.</p><p>As she prepares to graduate, King says one of the most important lessons she learned throughout high school is that success is rarely achieved alone.</p><p>“High school taught me that there are people out there that want to help you, but you just have to let them,” she said.</p><p>Looking back, King says she will miss the close connections that come with attending a small K to 12 school and being part of a tight knit rural community.</p><p>“I'll miss the close, small town K to 12 school that our community shares,” she said.</p><p>Growing up on a farm near Foremost, King learned early how to balance a busy schedule. Throughout high school, she participated in hockey, badminton, softball, volleyball and track and field, often spending long hours travelling to practices, games and competitions. Those experiences helped her develop strong time management skills while teaching her the importance of commitment and perseverance.</p><p>Leadership became a natural extension of those experiences. King serves as president of the Short Grass Forage Beef Club, where she helps mentor younger members and contribute to the growth of the club and the community it serves. She has also spent several years coaching mini basketball, helping young athletes learn the fundamentals of the game and build confidence before entering junior high sports.</p><p>Her commitment to service extends beyond athletics. During her spare periods this year, King volunteered in a Grade 2 classroom, supporting students with their learning and helping wherever she was needed. She also works as a lifeguard in Foremost and volunteers with the community's annual Vacation Bible School, where she leads activities and helps create positive experiences for younger children.</p><p>“Use your passion in the service of others, and it will become your purpose,” she said.</p><p>That desire to help others also influenced her future career plans. This fall, King will attend Medicine Hat College to begin a science transfer program before transferring to the University of Alberta to pursue a degree in dental hygiene. She was drawn to the profession because it combines hands-on work with the opportunity to make a positive difference in people's lives, while also providing flexibility for the future.</p><p>“I like hands-on stuff, and I thought dental hygiene would be a good fit overall for me,” she said.</p><p>Starting post secondary education close to home was also an intentional choice. After spending her entire life in a small rural community, King wanted the opportunity to gradually adjust to college life before making the transition to a larger university setting.</p><p>As Foremost School's Class of 2026 prepares for commencement, King hopes graduates will remember the people who helped them along the way and continue using their talents to make a difference in the lives of others.</p><p>“Go build a life worthy of the people who helped you get here,” she said.</p>