Celebrating Our Dedicated Team: A New Chapter in Long-Service Recognition
For many years, Peace River School Division has proudly honoured the incredible dedication of our staff through a centralized Long-Service Awards Gala. These evenings were a wonderful opportunity to gather as a division and celebrate the milestones of our colleagues. We cherish the memories made at these events and the chance to collectively acknowledge the commitment that forms the backbone of our schools and the division as a whole.
However, the Division's commitment to inclusivity and ensuring that all members of our team have the opportunity to participate fully in these celebrations led to the Board of Trustees' decision in February of this year to evolve our approach to long-service awards.
Today, three of our schools recognized their long-service award recipients with site-based celebrations. Grimshaw Public School celebrated the following staff:
- Retiree Roxanne Szmata, Educational Assistant (EA)
- Retiree and 25 Year Recipient, Terrie Rendall, Office Manager
- Retiree Jim Lovas, Caretaker
- Janet Regal, EA, 5 Years
- Jessica Ferdais, EA, 5 Years
- Robin Saunders, EA, 5 Years
- Sophie Wu, EA, 5 Years
- Kristina Seerey, Teacher, 5 Years
- Tasha Akins, Teacher, 5 Years
- Charmaine Culbert, EA, 10 Years
- Tina Robinson, Information Specialist and Office Manager, 20 Years
- Tina Bernetic, Teacher, 20 Years
Paul Rowe Jr./Sr. High School celebrated the following staff members:
- Retiree Tamara Czaban, Teacher
- Laurie Dirsa, Breaking Point Colony School Teacher, 5 years
- Lesli Mitchell, EA and Bus Driver, 5 Years
- Coree Asmussen, Teacher, 10 Years
- Andrew Bullen, Teacher, 10 Years
- Anita Bak, Teacher, 50 Years
Peace River High School celebrated the following staff members:
- Retiree Trudy Plaizier, Teacher
- Jessica Dube, Teacher, 10 Years
- Lynn's Janitorial, Caretakers, 15 Years
- Janice Holmstrom, Office Manager, 15 Years
- Darlene Tremblay, EA, 20 Years
The PRSD is incredibly grateful for the years of service and unwavering commitment of all our staff. We look forward to embarking on this new chapter of celebrating your dedication in a way that truly embraces the spirit of inclusivity and community that defines Peace River School Division. Stay tuned for more celebration announcements as schools continue to celebrate their long-service award recipients!
