Trustee Profiles
Marian Peers - Board Chair
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Hometown
Acadia Valley, Alberta
Schools Represented
Warren Peers, Acadia Colony, South Central High School, New Brigden, Oyen Public, Prairie View Colony
Years Served
I was first elected to the Acadia School Division in 1987 in a by-election and continued on with Prairie Rose after regionalization.
Committees
Teacher / Board Advisory, Support Staff / Board Advisory, Professional Learning Council, Family School Liaison
Reasons for choosing to become a Prairie Rose trustee
I became a trustee to ensure that all students, whether they live in rural Alberta or in the urban centres, have equal access to a sound education. I salute the teachers, students, parents and central office staff of Prairie Rose School Division for doing a great job!
Contact
marian.peers@prrd.ab.ca / 403-972-3776
Stuart Angle - Board Vice-Chair
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Hometown
Bow Island, Alberta
Schools Represented
Bow Island Elementary, Senator Gershaw High School, Burdett, Ponderosa Colony, Shamrock Colony, Winnifred Colony
Years Served
Elected in 2007
Committees
Student / Board Advisory, Finance, ASBA Executive Representative (alternate), Family School Liaison
Reasons for choosing to become a Prairie Rose trustee
Continue to advance the possibilities for students.
Other Information
I am and will continue to be the number one supporter, promoter, and cheerleader for Prairie Rose (students, staff, and parents).
Contact
stuart.angle@prrd.ab.ca / 403-545-6647
Georgine Westgard
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Hometown
Sibbald, Alberta
Schools Represented
New Brigden, Oyen Public, South Central High, Prairie View Colony, Warren Peers, Acadia Colony
Years Served
Elected in 2001
Committees
ATA Negotiating, Support Staff Negotiating, AISI, Family School Liaison
Reasons for choosing to become a Prairie Rose trustee
Continue to be an advocate for all of the students in our rural school division. I strongly believe that education is the greatest gift you can give to a child.
Contact
georgine.westgard@prrd.ab.ca / 403-676-2167
Arnold Frank
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Hometown
Redcliff, Alberta
Schools Represented
I.F. Cox, Margaret Wooding, Parkside, Jenner
Years Served
Elected in 2001
Committees
Support Staff Negotiating, AISI, ASBA Executive, Family School Liaison
Reasons for choosing to become a Prairie Rose trustee
I have had a career in education and felt it was an area I could make a contribution back to my community.
Other Information
It is a very exciting time to be involved in education. The success of our students and the programs we have initiated (ie: videoconferencing), can easily be contributed back to our staff who continue to embrace new opportunities to learn. I am very proud to be involved in a community where everyone continues to work and learn together.
Contact
arnold.frank@prrd.ab.ca / 403-548-6553
Bob Wickens
Hometown
Redcliff
Schools Represented
I.F. Cox, Parkside, Margaret Wooding
Years Served
Acclaimed in 2010
Committees
Support Staff Negotiating, Finance, Family School Liaison
Reasons for choosing to be a Prairie Rose trustee
I have been involved in education most of my life. As a trustee, I continue my involvement in a meaningful way by representing the interest of parents and students in Priaire Rose.
Other Information
TBA
Contact
bob.wickens@prrd.ab.ca / 403-548-3095
Paulette Heller
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Hometown
Walsh, Alberta
Schools Represented
Schuler, Irvine, Eagle Butte High School, Elkwater Colony, Roseglen Colony
Years Served
Elected in 2001
Committees
Teacher / Board Advisory, Arts Council, FNMI, PSBAA Delegate (alternate), Family School Liaison
Reasons for choosing to become a Prairie Rose trustee
Continue to work for all students in Prairie Rose School Division so that they will receive a well rounded education.
Other Information
I want to express a big thank you to all the students, parents, teachers, and staff at PRSD for working so hard to help students achieve their potential.
Contact
paulette.heller@prrd.ab.ca / 403-937-2227
Kathy Cooper
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Hometown
Etzikom, Alberta
Schools Represented
Foremost, Rosedale Colony, Sunrise Colony, Silver Sage Colony, Mayfield Colony, Plainsview Colony, Starbright Colony
Years Served
Acclaimed in 2004
Committees
Student / Board Advisory, AISI, FNMI, PSBAA Delegate, Family School Liaison
Reasons for choosing to become a Prairie Rose trustee
Over the years, I have worn many different hats in the school system as both an employee and a parent. It has always been my goal to provide opportunities for our students so they can be the best that they can be. And while I am proud to be part of one of the best school divisions in the province, we must always be looking for new ways to improve and grow in the future.
Other
Kathy has spent many years involved with Alberta's Child and Youth Services at both the regional and provincial levels.
She has been appointed by the Minister of Child and Youth Services to serve on the Southeast Alberta Authority Board for Region II.
Contact
kathy.cooper@prrd.ab.ca / 403-666-3749
Graeme Dennis
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Hometown
Medicine Hat (Wisdom)
Schools Represented
Ralston, Seven Persons
Years of Service
Elected in 2004
Committees
Support Staff / Board Advisory, Finance, Family School Liaison
Reasons for choosing to become a Prairie Rose trustee
Continue to be an advocate for children and families within the school system.
Contact
graeme.dennis@prrd.ab.ca / 403-527-6362 (home) / 403-502-0903 (cell)