Its nearing the end of the football season. Come out and support the Jr. Vikings this Thursday. Dress warm and cheer loud to let the players know your there. Go Vikings!!!! #Myprps #igniteminds #forgefutures #kindlehearts

Parkside Pythons C girls VB team is hosting their final home game of the season starting at 4:00pm. Follow the link below:

Parkside is preparing a slideshow in memory of our families veterans who served for our country. If any student families would like their family members in our slideshow please email pictures to [email protected] #myprps

Mr. McKay and Parkside students attended the Student Leadership Conference at the Medicine Hat College. They were able to brainstorm and come up with new ways to promote wellness and healthy lifestyles amongst the students. They came up with some great ideas. #myprps #igniteminds #forgefutures #kindlehearts

<p>At an event on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, the Prairie Rose Public Schools Board of Trustees presented the <i>2023 Community Champion for Education</i> awards. The award recipients were nominated by both community and PRPS staff and chosen by the PRPS Board of Trustees Advocacy Committee.&nbsp;</p><p>Criteria for the award was a community member, organization, or business that has made a significant and sustained contribution to education in Prairie Rose. Submissions included a short write up about the nominee along with how they made a contribution to forwarding the school division's Education Plan which includes:</p><p><strong>IGNITE MINDS:</strong> The nominee supports a culture of learning and academic excellence through their contribution to the school community.</p><p><strong>FORGE FUTURES:</strong> The nominee cultivates curiosity, wonder and possibility in the minds of students through their contribution to the school community.</p><p><strong>KINDLE HEARTS:</strong> The nominee supports wellbeing and connection to service through the contribution to the school community.</p><p>Congratulations and thank you to this year's award winners!</p><figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Super T Aviation</strong></td><td><p>Under the guidance of Teri Super, Les Little, Doug Little and Sheri Little, the incredible partnership between Super T Aviation and Prairie Rose Public Schools with the DR South Alberta Flight Academy (SAFA) has not only provided students with the unique opportunity to earn a private pilot license while still in high school but has also given them so much more – a community, a sense of belonging, and a tribe they can call their own.</p><p>Thanks to Super T Aviation, students have soared high in the skies and self-esteem, walking a little taller and beaming with the pride of achieving something meaningful. In a world where loneliness and isolation can be all too common, programs like the South Alberta Flight Academy are vital. They remind us that the best antidote is finding 'our people.'</p><p>Beyond just flight skills, SAFA students have learned life lessons and built lifelong friendships. It's no small feat to design a high school program, but Super T Aviation did it seamlessly, enriching the lives of our students.</p><p>Thank you, Super T, for giving our students wings and being an outstanding community partner!</p></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Nichole Neubauer</strong></td><td><p>From igniting the minds of our students with the creation of the Agricultural Discovery Center (ADC) to providing immersive agricultural programming aligned with their curriculum, Nichole's unparalleled dedication has made a monumental impact at Irvine School and Prairie Rose Public Schools.</p><p>Nichole's vision for a student-led ADC and her exceptional organizational skills and unyielding passion has given our students an invaluable hands-on learning experience. Her direct involvement – from working side-by-side with students, teaching them vital skills, to imparting straightforward curriculum concepts – embodies what it truly means to be a Community Champion.</p><p>Thank you, Nichole Neubauer, for sharing your passion, experience, leadership and knowledge with our students!&nbsp;</p></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Willie Desjardins</strong></td><td><p>Willie's commitment to empowering student-athletes, enhancing their strengths and igniting a passion for hockey through the South Alberta Hockey Academy (SAHA) is inspirational. His generosity in supporting the reduction or elimination of fees for SAHA academy students who need it most and contributing to various Prairie Rose initiatives speaks volumes about his dedication to community.</p><p>Despite the challenges of bringing top-notch coaching to rural areas, Willie's many hockey connections mean that every student has an equal opportunity to shine and receive high-quality training. The positive feedback we've received about the Academy's impact on student relationships, athletic development and community service is a testament to his vision and hard work.</p><p>Willie, thank you for your leadership and vision around creating exceptional opportunities for student-athletes, no matter where they live. We couldn't be prouder to recognize you as a PRPS Community Champion!&nbsp;</p></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Paulette Heller</strong></td><td><p>Paulette Heller was a long-serving member of our Prairie Rose Board of Trustees and, despite stepping away from board duties many years ago, she continues to "Kindle Hearts" across Prairie Rose as one of our biggest advocates. You will often see Paulette volunteering and soliciting interest and donations for the annual Kaleidoscope of the Arts event, where all PRPS students can showcase their talents in the fine arts. Additionally, Paulette continues to follow and support the ever-evolving growth of our local schools and attends multiple fundraising events each year. These events provide funds to support field trips, school purchases and other student-focused opportunities.</p><p>Thank you, Paulette, for being such a strong supporter, advocate and volunteer with Prairie Rose Public Schools. We appreciate your ongoing commitment to our programs and students!&nbsp;</p></td></tr></tbody></table></figure><p>Read the write up in the Medicine Hat News: <a href="https://medicinehatnews.com/news/local-news/2023/10/26/prps-board-honours-community-champions-for-education/">https://medicinehatnews.com/news/local-news/2023/10/26/prps-board-honours-community-champions-for-education/</a></p>

Art students learning to draw textures which can add interest, dimension and drama to their drawing. #myprps #igniteminds #kindlehearts #forgefutures

With the first winter weather of the new school year predicted in the next 24 hours, please take a minute to familiarize yourself with the division’s Inclement Weather. Follow the link below for more information: #myprps

It was a busy weekend for our Python Volleyball players. Three tournaments for the A, B Girls teams and B Boys team. They all played some great sets and displayed fantastic sportsmanship. Yay Pythons!!!! #myprps #kindlehearts #igniteminds #forgefutures Photos courtesy of Kelly Boyko and Meredith Conboy

It has been a busy weekend for the Pythons Volleyball teams. B Girls Pythons had a great weekend bringing home the silver medal from the St.Mary’s Tournament. #myprps #igniteminds #forgefutures #kindlehearts

This week at Parkside: #myprps #igniteminds #forgefutures #kindlehearts

Parkside volleyball teams are playing this weekend! Come cheer them on Boys B- Seven Person Girls B- St. Marys Girls A- NDA

Wellness classes were treated today to a school wide Kahoot challenge created by Mr.McKay. If the pictures don’t tell you how excited the students were, the noise levels radiating through the halls would have! Great job Parkside!! #myprps #kindlehearts #forgefutures #igniteminds

<p><i>Medicine Hat News - BY SAMANTHA JOHNSON LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER ON OCTOBER 19, 2023.</i></p><p>Between the September and October meetings of the board for Prairie Rose Public Schools, two staff members received awards, including director of communications Angela Baron.</p><p>The award will be presented to her during the national conference of the Canadian Association of Communicators in Education, which takes place near the end of October.</p><p>“She (Baron) has received a BRAVO! Award for the work on revamping all the school’s logos and marketing pieces. That was a massive undertaking in a very short amount of time,” superintendent Reagan Weeks told the board at the Oct. 12 meeting.</p><p>Baron explained that each year the association puts out a call for award applications. Those who have completed communication projects that they believe could be deserving of an award are encouraged to apply.</p><p>“This year, in the summer, we did this really cool project with all the schools,” said Baron. “We rebranded all the schools. I took that project and did a write-up on all the things we did, why we did it, what were some of the results we saw with the changes. That goes to a number of judges, and they evaluate it. I got an email saying our project won and I will find out at the end of October what category of award it is.”</p><p>The project was around providing consistency in the overall brand of PRPS. Prior to undertaking this project, many of the schools were using different fonts and formats.</p><p>“Your first impression, if you are a parent, is where is the consistency when you have things going all over the place. It doesn’t set the stage with what you want to represent yourself as when you are attracting new students. Eagle Butte was the last one we got done at the end of June and it took us about 18 months to get through them all.”</p><p>PRPS contracted with the design company Flag Five, which worked with all the schools to complete the graphic design aspects of the project.</p><p>“I feel good,” stated Baron. “I haven’t submitted anything for years. It’s always so busy and it’s work to make a submission. You have to outline the criteria and show how you evaluated it. There are lots of pieces of evaluation, so it’s not something you do lightly.”</p><p>Jocelyn Encinas, a teacher at Ralston school, is the second award winner within PRPS. She is one of the 2023 recipients of the Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching Excellence. Only 50 teachers across Canada receive this award each year. Look for an interview with Encinas in an upcoming edition of the News.</p>

C Girls Volleyball action today after school at Parkside. These players are focused and playing hard. They sure have fantastic team spirit. Well Done Pythons. #myprps #igniteminds #forgefutures #kindlehearts

Pythons C Girls Volleyball live action today at 4:00 & 5:30pm at Parkside School. Follow link below:

Toonie Treats Friday October 20th features fresh made "Oreo Salad" available at lunchtime for those who pre ordered. Limited quantities of extras available on day of sale for $2.00.

"Parkside is holding its 2nd Annual Christmas Market on the evening of Friday, November 24, 2023. This is in collaboration with the Tree Lighting Celebration put on by the Town of Redcliff that same evening in Memorial Park right beside the school. The market will run from 5:00-9:00 p.m. To register a table and for more information, contact Brian Sloan at: [email protected]" #myprps #igniteminds #forgefutures #kindlehearts #christmascrafts #christmasmarkets

<p><i>Medicine Hat News - BY SAMANTHA JOHNSON LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER ON OCTOBER 18, 2023.</i></p><p>On Monday, rural power provider EQUS CEO Andy Metzger, along with staff members, gathered at the EQUS Medicine Hat facility to present a $25,000 cheque to the Agriculture Discovery Centre at Irvine School. The cheque was received by Irvine principal Trent Rayner, vice principal Kerry Watson and ADC co-ordinator Nichole Neubauer.</p><p>The funds were raised over the past year as part of EQUS Community Connection, an employee-driven initiative that raises funds in support of the rural communities EQUS serves.</p><p>The ADC will use the funding to develop a set of agri-food toolkits. The aim of the kits is to bring a hands-on agriculture learning experience, such as the one ADC students receive, into schools and rural communities across the province that are served by EQUS.</p><p>“The Agri-Food Toolkits will be curriculum-linked and filled to the brim with hands-on materials and interactive activities that will get students excited about the amazing Canadian Food System,” said Neubauer. “The toolkits will form the ADC’s agriculture resource lending library. Educators will be able to borrow and then return the toolkits at no charge.</p><p>“We are thrilled to partner with EQUS to help bring agriculture into classrooms in communities throughout Alberta.”</p>

Save the date October 27th @4:30 for the Zone Playoff game that has both Irvine and Parkside A girls teams going head to head. Lets show these players some support and cheer them on at Irvine School. #myprps #kindlehearts #forgefutures #igniteminds

Thank you to Eaglebutte SR and JV volleyball girls for hosting a great practice yesterday. #myprps #kindlehearts #forgefutures #igniteminds