Students advance to provincial cross-country meet

by Phil Ambroziak Several area athletes, representing different schools in the Northwest, are on the right track for provincial cross-country competition. But, first they had to prove themselves at the district meet held at the St. Cyr Hills east of Meadow Lake Oct. 3. “It was a great event,” remarked Carpenter High School vice-principal and … Continue reading

Valley View expands school into community-based hub

by Sabine Gibbins Valley View School in Beauval is all about helping the community. Just ask principal Arlene Hansen, who recently commented on the school’s most recent expansion project – a day care centre. “It used to be a classroom, but we are renovating it and getting all the plumbing done before the start of … Continue reading

NLSD seeks funding to conduct feasibility studies

By Phil Ambroziak The Northern Lights School Division (NLSD) wants to ensure its educational facilities receive a passing grade. That’s why, during their regular meeting earlier this month, NLSD board members carried a series of motions, all of which approve making a request for funding from the provincial government. The money would be used to … Continue reading