HFCRD News
Good Shepherd Choir Leader Receives Provincial Recognition
September 28, 2023
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is excited to learn one of its longest standing teachers is being recognized for her contributions to music in Alberta. Good Shepherd School teacher
HFCRD Board Meeting Highlights – September 21, 2023
September 26, 2023
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division held its monthly Regular Board Meeting on September 21, 2023. Below are the highlights of the meeting. The Board viewed and discussed the HDCFD’s Scho
HFCRD Introduces New Health and Safety Program
September 12, 2023
(September 12, 2023) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is excited to announce a new health and safety program that focuses on emergency preparedness and responses. The HFCRD has signe
HFCRD Board Meeting Highlights – August 29, 2023
September 7, 2023
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division held its monthly Regular Board Meeting on August 29, 2023. Below are the highlights of the meeting. Trustee Donna Duda was re-appointed to a two-year te
HFCRD Board releases meeting schedule for 2023-24
September 1, 2023
Regular Board Meetings: Thursday September 21, 2023 Wednesday October 18, 2023 Wednesday November 15, 2023 Wednesday, December 20, 2023 Wednesday, January 17, 2024 Wednesday, Februar
HFCRD celebrates staff and faith at 2023 Faith Day
August 31, 2023
Glenmary School in Peace River was the sight for the 2023 Faith Day, and also an opportunity to celebrate the long service of some staff and the accomplishments and personal milestones of many others.
Trustee Kelly Whalen Re-appointed as Board Chair of Holy Family Catholic Regional Division; Trustee John Kuran re-appointed as Vice-Chair
August 30, 2023
(August 30, 2023) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) held its organizational meeting on August 29. Peace River/Nampa Trustee, Kelly Whalen was unanimously re-elected as Board Chair by
HFCRD Taking Steps to Protect Health in its Schools
August 28, 2023
(August 28, 2023) As part of its maintenance work during the summer, The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) has installed numerous air quality monitoring devices at all its schools. Along
Congratulations Terry Hogan, Principal, Holy Family School
August 8, 2023
(August 8, 2023) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to announce that Terry Hogan will be the Principal of Holy Family School in Grimshaw starting in the 2023-24 school year.
Congratulations Lauri Goudreault – Assistant Superintendent of Inclusion and Student Support
July 20, 2023
(July 20, 2023) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to announce that Lauri Goudreault will be the Assistant Superintendent of Inclusion and Student Services beginning August
Congratulations Angela Mary Griffin – Principal, St. Andrew’s School
July 4, 2023
(July 4, 2023) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to announce that Angela Mary Griffin will be Principal at St. Andrew’s School in High Prairie starting in the 2023-24 sch
HFCRD Wins National Award
June 29, 2023
(June 29, 2023) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) has won a fundraising award. The Board of Trustees was informed at its June meeting that the HFCRD won the Toonies for Tuition Trophy
HFCRD Board Meeting Highlights – June 21, 2023
June 22, 2023
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division held its Regular Board Meeting for this month on June 21. Here aare some of the meeting's highlights: Trustees were informed that the Division won a tro
HFCRD Recognizes Long Service With the Division
June 19, 2023
(June 19, 2023) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) wants to acknowledge its staff that have been with the division for several years. Across HFCRD, 48 staff members are being recognize
May’s Regular Board Meeting to be in Peace River
May 15, 2023
(May 15, 2023) Due to the current situation with the fires in the High Prairie/Big Lakes County area, the Regular Board Meeting for May will be held at the Holy Family Catholic Regional Division’s C
Congratulations Alysia Sharpe – Principal, École Providence School
May 12, 2023
(May 12, 2023) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to announce that Alysia Sharpe will be the Principal of École Providence School in McLennan starting in the 2023-24 school
Congratulations Stéphane Gaudreau – Vice Principal, Good Shepherd School
May 12, 2023
(May 12, 2023) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to announce that Stéphane Gaudreau will be a Vice Principal at Good Shepherd School in Peace River starting in the 2023-24
Congratulations Matthew Morrisey – Vice Principal, St. Andrew’s
May 11, 2023
(May 11, 2023) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to announce that it has found its next member of the St. Andrew’s administration team. Matthew Morrisey will be a Vice Pr
HFCRD Board Meeting Highlights – April 19, 2023
April 22, 2023
Here is a list of highlights from the most recent Regular Board Meeting Trustees reviewed priorities for the Board for the current school year. Trustees approved all school calendars for the
Joint statement from the HFCRD and PRSD
April 5, 2023
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Welcome Cam Geddes – Maintenance Technician, North
April 4, 2023
(April 4, 2023) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to announce that Cam Geddes is joining our working family. Cam’s role will be as a Maintenance Technician for our northe
HFCRD to host a meeting on Disaster Planning in Schools
March 31, 2023
(March 31, 2023) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) will be hosting a Peace River Community Emergency Disaster Plan (EDP) Review for Health and Safety in Schools. The purpose of the me
HFCRD Board Meeting Highlights – March 15, 2023
March 16, 2023
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division help its Regular Board Meeting for March at the Central Office. Here are some of the highlights: Trustees reviewed areas of emphasis for the Board for 2
Value Scoping Project will Determine if St. Andrew’s School Building will be Renewed or Replaced
March 9, 2023
(March 9, 2023) Following a request-for-proposals process, The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is excited to announce that it has chosen a firm to conduct a value scoping of St. Andrewâ
Glenmary Student Earns a Perfect Grade on diploma exam
March 6, 2023
A big congratulations to Glenmary's Norbert Kovacs, who scored 100 percent on his Math 30-1 Diploma Exam. We did a short interview with Norbert and the Q & A is below. When you finished writ
Congratulations Paul Marceau, Temporary Vice-Principal of Holy Family School in Grimshaw
February 27, 2023
(February 27, 2023) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to announce that Paul Marceau will be assuming a temporary Vice-Principal role at Holy Family School in Grimshaw. Paul
HFCRD Board Meeting Highlights – February 15, 2022
February 23, 2023
(February 23, 2023) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) held its regular board meeting on February 15 at the division central office. Here are the highlights of the meeting. Truste
HFCRD provides funds to Support Ukrainian Students
January 31, 2023
(January 31, 2023) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) has provided support to schools that have Ukrainian students enrolled. The HFCRD is supporting 11 students in the Division who are
HFCRD is seeking Requests for Proposal for value scoping sessions of St. Andrew’s School
January 19, 2023
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HFCRD January Board Meeting Highlights
January 19, 2023
(January 19, 2023) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) held its regular board meeting on January 18 at the division central office. Here are the highlights of the meeting. Trustees
HFCRD seeks feedback for 2023-2024 draft school calendar
January 17, 2023
With the Peace River School Division (Transportation provider), the Holy Family Catholic Regional Division is looking for feedback on the proposed 2023-2024 calendar for our north-end schools (Good Sh
HFCRD Participating in Mental Health Pilot Project
January 12, 2023
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) will be piloting a mental health and wellness project at St. Stephen’s School in Valleyview. The division learned it was successful in a grant appl
Items for sale
January 6, 2023
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division is selling some of its excess items. If you are interested in purchasing any of the items below, please call us at 780-624-3956. We also accept e-transfer
HFCRD publishes its 2021-22 AERR
December 23, 2022
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division completed its Annual Education Results Report. Click here to read the full report. Click here for the report's summary.
Student Nutrition a Major Focus for the HFCRD
December 22, 2022
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) will be offering hot meals to students in its seven schools as well as fully supporting a milk program in three schools. This is possible due to cont
HFCRD Board of Trustees Approves Audited Financial Statements
December 1, 2022
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) held a Special Board Meeting at the Central Office in Peace River on November 28. The highlights are listed below. The Holy Family Catholic Regi
November Regular Board Meeting Highlights
November 16, 2022
(November 16, 2022) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) held its regular board meeting on November 15 at the division central office. Here are the highlights of the meeting. The Holy
Partners meet to discuss the hold-and-secure situation at Holy Family School and Grimshaw Public School in Grimshaw on October 28
November 2, 2022
(November 2, 2022) Senior administrators and Occupational Health and Safety personnel from the Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) and Peace River School Division (PRSD) held an After Actio
Holy Family Catholic Regional Division Board Highlights
October 21, 2022
(October 21, 2022) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) held its regular board meeting on October 19 at the division central office. Among the highlights were positive evaluations for
HFCRD Excited to Join ‘Toonies for Tuition’ Fundraiser
October 11, 2022
Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is excited to join the Toonies for Tuition fundraising campaign. The campaign is an initiative of the Canadian Catholic School Trustees’ Association (C
HFCRD Central Office Closed on Friday, September 30
September 29, 2022
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division's Board of Trustees and senior administration team would like to remind everyone that our central office will be closed on Friday, September 30 to observe th
HFCRD Board of Trustees Meets with Alberta Education Minister, Adriana LaGrange
September 23, 2022
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division’s (HFCRD) Board of Trustees met with Education Minister, Adriana LaGrange. Trustees had an opportunity to ask the minister about the possibility of additio
HFCRD Board Meeting Highlights – September 23, 2022
September 23, 2022
HFCRD Board Meeting Highlights - September 23, 2022 The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division’s Board of Trustees voted unanimously to give a 1.25 percent salary increase to support staff in t
HFCRD Congratulates Tammy Novak on Nomination for Friends of Education Award
September 20, 2022
(September 20, 2022) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to announce that Tammy Novak with Alberta Health Services as its nominee for the Alberta School Boards Association’
HFCRD to remain open on September 19 with Day of Mourning planned in schools
September 16, 2022
(September 16, 2022) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) has decided that there will be classes on Monday, September 19, the National Day of Mourning for Her late Majesty, Queen Elizabe
Invitation to Lease – St. Andrew’s School Industrial Kitchen Facility
September 9, 2022
INVITATION TO LEASE INDUSTRIAL KITCHEN FACILITY St. Andrew’s School is now looking to lease the Industrial Kitchen Facility from as soon as possible to June 2023 for the purpose of supplyin
HFCRD welcomes back staff for 2022-23 school year: celebrates long-term employees at mass
August 26, 2022
For the first time in a couple of years, staff from all schools in the Holy Family Catholic Regional Division gathered to open the new school years, celebrate our long-term employees, and His Grace, A
Trustee Kelly Whalen Re-appointed as Board Chair of Holy Family Catholic Regional Division
August 25, 2022
(August 25, 2022) The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division #37 (HFCRD) held its organizational meeting on August 24. Peace River/Nampa Trustee, Kelly Whalen was unanimously re-elected as Board Chair
Final Exams Cancelled for Grades 10-12 Students in Semester One
January 13, 2022
In response to the Government of Alberta’s decision to extend the Christmas break by one week and to cancel the January Diploma exams, the Holy Family Catholic Regional Division will not have final
Updated Return to School – Message to Parents and Guardians
January 10, 2022
To all parents and guardians, The Government of Alberta released the new guidance document for schools in the evening of Friday January 7th, 2022. We appreciate the patience and understanding fro
Return to School – Message to Parents and Guardians
January 7, 2022
As you may be aware, the Government of Alberta has confirmed that students are returning to school on Monday January 10, 2022 for in-class learning. We are thrilled to welcome students back to the cla
2021 Official By-Election Results
December 21, 2021
Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to provide the official by-election results of the Ward 2 McLennan Catholic School Trustee Election. The results below include the vote count
Christmas Hours at the HFCRD Central Office
December 20, 2021
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division Central Office will be closed for Christmas break starting December 24th at 12:00pm and will reopen on Monday January 3rd, 2022 at 8:30am and will resume reg
Unofficial Ward 2 McLennan By-Election Results
December 16, 2021
Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to provide the unofficial election results of the Ward 2 McLennan Catholic School Trustee By-Election. The results below include the vote coun
Congratulations Kelly Whalen, Vice Chair of the Alberta Catholic School Trustees’ Association
November 22, 2021
Congratulations to Kelly Whalen who was elected as the Vice Chair of the Alberta Catholic School Trustees’ Association (ACSTA) on Saturday November 13 at the association’s Annual General Meeting.
Official Nomination Results – Ward 2 McLennan
November 19, 2021
Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to announce the official nomination results for the Ward 2 - McLennan By-Election. Official Nomination List – Ward 2 McLennan Henihan, Tom
Unofficial Nomination Results – Ward 2 McLennan By-Election
November 18, 2021
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division is pleased to announce the unofficial nomination results for the Ward 2 - McLennan By-Election. Unofficial Nomination List - Ward 2 McLennan Henihan, Tom
Trustee Whalen Re-Elected as Board Chair and Trustee Kuran Elected as Vice Chair
November 10, 2021
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to announce that Trustee Kelly Whalen has been re-elected as Board Chair and Trustee John Kuran has been elected as Vice Chair at the Frid
By-Election Called in Ward 2 McLennan, Nomination Day Set for Thursday November 18th
November 4, 2021
At the October 29th Regular Board Meeting, the Board of Trustees unanimously voted to call a by-election in Ward 2 McLennan. The vote came after the Ward 2 Trustee seat remained vacant after the Octob
2021 Official Election Results
October 22, 2021
Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to provide the official election results of the Ward 4 Sub 3 Peace River/Nampa Catholic School Trustee Election. The results below include the
Further Information: HFCRD Introduces Mandatory Vaccinations
October 19, 2021
Arising from the unfortunate increasing strain that the COVID-19 pandemic is placing on our education and health care systems, and the recent letter to all School Divisions from the Ministers of Healt
2021 Unofficial Election Results
October 19, 2021
Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to provide the unofficial election results of the Ward 4 Sub 3 Peace River/Nampa Catholic School Trustee Election. The results below include t
2021 Unofficial Election Results
October 19, 2021
Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to provide the unofficial election results of the Ward 4 Sub 3 Peace River/Nampa Catholic School Trustee Election. HFCRD thanks all candidat
HFCRD Introduces Mandatory Vaccinations for Adults Entering HFCRD Buildings
October 15, 2021
At a Special Board Meeting on October 14th, the Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) Board of Trustees passed the following motion regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccines: That the Board of
Introducing SafeArrival, an Online Student Absence Management System for HFCRD Schools
October 13, 2021
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to introduce SafeArrival, an online student absence management system for HFCRD schools. Starting November 1st, parents and guardians will
Official Nomination Results
September 21, 2021
Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to announce the official nomination results as follows. Official Nomination List Ward             Â
Flag Raising Ceremony for Grimshaw Shared School Facility
September 21, 2021
With great excitement, Holy Family Catholic Regional Division, Peace River School Division and the Town of Grimshaw, in partnership with Duncan’s First Nation and Métis Region VI, are proud to anno
2021 Unofficial Nomination Results
September 20, 2021
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to announce the unofficial nomination results as follows. Unofficial Nomination List Ward Nominee Ward 1 - High Prair
HFCRD Board of Trustees Vote to Honour the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, and Make September 30th a Non-Operational Day
September 17, 2021
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) Board of Trustees has voted to make September 30th, 2021 a non-operational day in all HFCRD schools in celebration of the National Day of Truth and R
Trustee Fisher Not Seeking Re-Election
September 17, 2021
To the Stakeholders of Ward 2 - McLennan, With sadness, I share with you all that I have decided not to seek re-election in the upcoming School Board Election with the Holy Family Catholic Region
Trustee Hill Not Seeking Re-Election
September 10, 2021
To the Stakeholders of Ward 4 Sub 2 - Grimshaw, I have made an important decision that I need to share with all stakeholders. I have decided not to seek re-election in the upcoming School Board E
HFCRD Board of Trustees Changes Masking Requirement
September 3, 2021
Glenmary School located in Peace River, Alberta requires a Full-time Temporary 1.0 Secondary Math Teacher to start immediately for a one year position. The teaching assignment will include primari
Trustee Ochran Not Seeking Re-Election
August 25, 2021
To the Stakeholders to Ward 1: High Prairie, I wish to announce that I will not be seeking re-election as the Ward 1 (High Prairie) Catholic School Trustee in the upcoming School Board Election wit
2021/22 HFCRD Back-to-School Plan
August 24, 2021
At the August 23rd Regular Board Meeting, the HFCRD Board of Trustees approved the 2021/22 Back-to-School Plan. The plan follows the current guidelines from Alberta Health Services, and ensures that H
Congratulations Krystle Brulotte, Vice Principal of Holy Family School
August 4, 2021
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) congratulates Krystle Brulotte who will be the Vice Principal of Holy Family School in Grimshaw in the 2021/22 year. She brings over 10 years of teac
Summer Hours at HFCRD
June 30, 2021
Holy Family Catholic Regional Division is pleased to provide the following summer hours for our central office. Monday – Thursday 8:30am – 12:00pm 12:30pm – 4:00pm (Closed 12:00pm – 12:30p
Congratulations Jennifer Anderson, Acting Principal of Holy Family School
June 30, 2021
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) congratulates Jennifer Anderson who will be the Acting Principal of Holy Family School in Grimshaw in the 2021/22 year. She brings 20 years of teachi
Congratulations Krista Veitch, Principal of Good Shepherd School
June 30, 2021
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) warmly congratulates Krista Veitch who will be the new Principal of Good Shepherd School in Peace River. Krista is transferring from Holy Family Scho
Congratulations Victoria Cornick, Principal of Glenmary School and Holy Family CyberHigh
June 24, 2021
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to announce that Victoria Cornick will be the Principal of Glenmary School and Holy Family CyberHigh in Peace River. Victoria, who is curr
Congratulations Sadie Oberle, Vice Principal of Good Shepherd School
May 28, 2021
 The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to announce that Sadie Oberle will be the Vice Principal of Good Shepherd School in Peace River. Sadie, who has been a Teacher at Good S
HFCRD Students Return to School In-Person Tuesday May 25
May 20, 2021
Dear Parents and Guardians, As announced by Minister of Education Adriana LaGrange yesterday, Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) schools together with almost all schools across the prov
2021 World Catholic Education Day, a Message from Board Chair Kelly Whalen
May 13, 2021
Today is World Catholic Education Day! Every year, 40 days after Easter on Ascension Thursday and on the Thursday of Catholic Education Week (May 10-14), Catholics across the globe give thanks for the
Important Message for Parents and Guardians of Holy Family School
May 10, 2021
To the Parents and Guardians of Holy Family School, We were notified today that one additional individual at our school has tested positive for COVID-19. All close contacts of this individual are i
Important Message for Parents and Guardians of St. Stephen’s School
May 7, 2021
To the Parents and Guardians of St. Stephen’s School, We have two important pieces of information to share with families: We have been notified that yesterday’s case in grade one is not po
Important Message for Parents and Guardians of Holy Family School
May 7, 2021
To the Parents and Guardians of Holy Family School, We were notified today that one individual at our school has tested positive for COVID-19. All close contacts of this individual are in grade 1 a
Important Message to Parents and Guardians of St. Stephen’s School
May 6, 2021
To the Parents and Guardians of St. Stephen’s School, We were notified today that two individuals at our school have tested positive for COVID-19. All close contacts of this individual are in gra
Temporary Transition to At-Home/Online Learning for HFCRD Schools
May 6, 2021
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to provide more information about the upcoming temporary transition to at-home/online learning, as announced by the Government of Alberta
Education Week and Mental Health Week 2021, a Message from Board Chair Kelly Whalen
May 4, 2021
May 3 - 7, 2021 is Education Week and Mental Health Week at HFCRD and across Alberta! This year’s Education Week theme is Learning is a Journey. Wow, what a journey this year has been! With this yea
Message from Superintendent Betty Turpin
April 16, 2021
Dear Parents and Guardians, Spring has arrived and the end of the school year is near. Although we have bright days ahead, today I would like to remind everyone that COVID-19 protocols and guidelin
Students Return to School In Person January 11th
January 8, 2021
Dear Parents and Guardians, As many of you are already aware, Premier Jason Kenney announced yesterday that K-12 students will return to school in person on Monday January 11th. While we
Christmas Hours at HFCRD Central Office
December 18, 2020
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division Central Office will be closed for Christmas break starting December 24th at 12:00pm and will reopen on Monday January 4th,2021 at 8:30am and will resume regu
Important Information for St. Andrew’s Parents and Guardians
December 17, 2020
To the Parents and Guardians of St. Andrew’s School, We were notified today that one additional individual in our school has tested positive for COVID-19. To date, our school has had two positive
Important Message for St. Andrew’s School Families
December 13, 2020
To the Parents and Guardians of St. Andrew’s School, We were notified today that one confirmed case of COVID-19 was at our school while contagious. St. Andrew’s administration immediately start
New Public Health Measures
November 24, 2020
To all HFCRD families, As you are likely aware, today the Government of Alberta announced new targeted health measures to slow the spread of COVID-19. Division administration is reviewing the new m
Ward 1 High Prairie By-Election Results
November 20, 2020
Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to provide the results of the Ward 1 High Prairie Catholic School Trustee By-Election. One candidate Rosanne Ochran came forward to submit her
Glenmary School Added to Provincial Outbreak List
November 13, 2020
Hello Parents and Guardians, AHS has notified us that Glenmary School will be added to the provincial school outbreak list tomorrow. The letter from AHS confirming our outbreak status can
COVID-19 Update for Glenmary Families
November 13, 2020
To the Parents and Guardians of Glenmary School, We have two important pieces of information to share with our school community. Due to the large number of junior high students who are curre
Ward 1 High Prairie Unofficial By-Election Results
November 12, 2020
Nominations for the Ward 1 High Prairie By-Election closed at 12:00pm noon today. No candidates have come forward to submit their nomination which has left the seat vacant. As per section 31 the Local
COVID-19 Update for Good Shepherd Families
November 11, 2020
November 11, 2020 To the Parents and Guardians of Good Shepherd School, We have been notified that we have 1 additional confirmed case of COVID-19 at our school. We immediately started our con
COVID-19 Update for Glenmary Families
November 9, 2020
To the Parents and Guardians of Glenmary School, We were notified that we have 3 additional confirmed cases of COVID-19 at our school, bringing our total to 9 positive cases within the last 9 days.
Important COVID-19 Update for Good Shepherd Families
November 9, 2020
To the Parents and Guardians of Good Shepherd School, We have been notified that we have 2 confirmed cases of COVID-19 at our school. We immediately started our contact tracing process and have alr
All Extracurricular Athletics Suspended Until Further Notice
November 6, 2020
Effective immediately, all extracurricular athletics are suspended in all schools across the Holy Family Catholic Regional Division. Athletic teams add a significant risk of transmission of COVID-19 i
Glenmary School Transitioning to Online Learning
November 5, 2020
To the Parents and Guardians of Glenmary School, Further to our letters to parents and guardians sent Sunday, November 1st and Monday, November 2nd, we are making another change to our education
Glenmary Senior High Classes Temporarily Transition to Home Learning
November 2, 2020
To the Parents and Guardians of Glenmary School, Further to our letter to parents and guardians sent yesterday Sunday, November 1st, we are making a temporary change to our education delivery model
Glenmary School COVID-19 Update
November 1, 2020
Dear Parents and Guardians of Glenmary School, We were informed today that we have 2 confirmed cases of COVID-19 at our school. We immediately started our contact tracing process and have contacted
By-Election Called in Ward 1 High Prairie, Nomination Day Set for Thursday November 12th
October 30, 2020
At the October 19th Regular Board Meeting, the Board of Trustees unanimously voted to call a by-election in Ward 1 High Prairie. The vote came after the recent passing of long-time dedicated Trustee C
Congratulations Ernest Patenaude, Winner of the 2020 Excellence in Indigenous Education Award
October 26, 2020
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) warmly congratulates Ernest Patenaude who has won the 2020 Excellence in Indigenous Education Award. Ernest was named the recipient of this award aft
Glenmary Student Mikayla Dubois Selected for the 2020/21 Minister’s Youth Council
October 20, 2020
Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) warmly congratulates Glenmary School student Mikayla Dubois who has been selected to be on the 2020/21 Minister’s Youth Council. Mikayla is one of 41
In Loving Memory of Trustee Carmelle Lizee
October 15, 2020
With great sadness, we share the news of the passing of Trustee Carmelle Lizee, a dedicated member of the Holy Family Catholic Regional Division, St. Andrew’s School and St. Paul’s Catholic Church
At-Home Learning Information
September 3, 2020
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division is pleased to provide more information for families who have selected the at-home learning format. At-home learning may not follow the same format that your
Inter-School Bus Registration for Good Shepherd School Students
September 2, 2020
At the August 24th Regular Board Meeting, the Board of Trustees approved the introduction of an inter-school bussing service for Good Shepherd School students in Peace River for the 2020/21 school yea
Whalen and Hill Re-Elected as Board Chair and Vice Chair
August 31, 2020
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to announce that Trustees Kelly Whalen and Brian Hill were re-elected as Board Chair and Vice Chair respectively at the Monday August 24th
HFCRD At-School or At-Home Learning Registration
August 25, 2020
HFCRD is pleased to offer both at-school and at-home learning for families to support the safe relaunch of schools. HFCRD asks all families to declare their preferred learning format in the registrati
First Day of School Delayed to Tuesday September 8
August 24, 2020
At the August 24th Regular Board Meeting, the Board of Trustees voted to delay the first day of school to Tuesday September 8th. Delaying the first day of school will give staff more time to accommoda
HFCRD School Relaunch Handbook & Re-entry Survey
August 6, 2020
Dear Parents/Guardians/Staff, Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) will be welcoming students back to class in the Fall 2020. On July 21, 2020, the Government of Alberta announced that
HFCRD Exploring the Provision of Inter-School Bussing for Good Shepherd School Families
July 30, 2020
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is currently exploring the financial viability of providing an inter-school bussing service for Good Shepherd School families for the 2020/21 school
Congratulations Lauri Goudreault, Principal of École Providence School
June 24, 2020
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) warmly congratulates Lauri Goudreault who will be the new Principal of École Providence School in McLennan starting in September 2020. Lauri is movi
Congratulations HFCRD 2019/20 Long Service Award Recipients
June 23, 2020
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) warmly congratulates the 2019/2020 Long Service Award recipients. As a small token of appreciation, staff members who complete 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30,
September 2020 School Re-Entry Guideline Documents
June 19, 2020
As you may be aware, the Government of Alberta released several school re-entry documents last week that describe the three possible scenarios for September. Alberta Education will announce by August
Congratulations Krista Veitch, Principal of Holy Family School
June 19, 2020
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) warmly congratulates Krista Veitch who will be the new Principal of Holy Family School in Grimshaw. Krista is transferring from Ecole Providence Scho
HFCRD Welcomes Ziona Peetso as Financial Administrative Assistant
June 16, 2020
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to welcome Ziona Peetso as the Financial Administrative Assistant at Central Office in Peace River. Ziona brings a wealth of experience as
Congratulations Victoria Cornick, Principal of Good Shepherd School
June 15, 2020
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to announce that Victoria Cornick will be the Principal of Good Shepherd School in Peace River. Victoria, who is currently the Principal o
HFCRD Seeking Feedback for School Re-Entry Planning
June 8, 2020
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is seeking feedback from students, parents, and staff members about the re-entry process for the 2020/21 school year. Now is the perfect time for HFC
2020 Catholic Education Week, a Message from Board Chair Kelly Whalen
May 19, 2020
This week is Catholic Education Week! Across Alberta, Catholic school divisions together with their school communities are celebrating the gift of publicly-funded Catholic education. This year’s Cat
Congratulations 2020 Edwin Parr Award Nominee Cassidy Yasinski
May 12, 2020
At the April 21st Regular Board Meeting, the Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) Board of Trustees unanimously voted in favour of awarding the 2020 Edwin Parr Award Nomination to Cassidy Ya
HFCRD Donating Nutrition Grant Funds to Local Food Banks
May 6, 2020
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is proud to announce that all remaining funds received through the Nutrition Grant are being donated to local food banks in every school community. T
Mental Health Week 2020, a Message from Board Chair Kelly Whalen
May 4, 2020
This week we are celebrating Mental Health Week from May 4 to 10, 2020. In our world right now, mental health is more important than ever. While we are changing routines and adapting to our new normal
Education Week 2020, a Message from Board Chair Kelly Whalen
April 27, 2020
This week we are celebrating Education Week at HFCRD! This year’s theme is Learning is a Journey. Wow, what a journey this year has been! With this year’s COVID-19 pandemic, I think we would all s
HFCRD Board of Trustees Approve 2020/21 School Calendars
April 24, 2020
At the April 21st Regular Board Meeting, the Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) Board of Trustees approved the 2020/21 School Calendars. Decisions about the school calendars were made to b
All HFCRD Playgrounds Closed to Prevent Spread of COVID-19
March 27, 2020
At this time, Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is prohibiting access to all playground equipment at all schools as a precautionary step to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Signage is bein
Guidelines for Schools in Developing a Home Learning Plan
March 20, 2020
Holy Family Catholic Regional Division has been monitoring the COVID-19 updates closely and following all guidelines from Alberta Health Services and Alberta Education. We have received direction from
Class Cancellation Effective Monday March 16, 2020
March 15, 2020
The Government of Alberta announced today that all K-12 classes across Alberta are cancelled starting Monday March 16th, 2020. Staff will continue to be at their respective schools to create a plan to
Letter to All Parents & Staff Regarding COVID-19
March 12, 2020
To all Parents & Staff, The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division is deeply concerned about the ongoing spread of COVID-19 (the Coronavirus), and we are aware that many of you share these same
Christmas Hours at HFCRD Central Office
December 20, 2019
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division Central Office will be closed from December 23 to 27th, 2019 and will reopen on Monday December 30th and Tuesday December 31st from 8:30am to 4:30pm (closed
HFCRD Welcomes Appointed Trustee Donna Duda
December 13, 2019
Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) warmly welcomes new appointed Trustee Donna Duda, who was sworn in at the Regular Board Meeting on Tuesday November 12th. Trustee Duda was appointed by t
HFCRD Board of Trustees Approves 2019/20 Revised Budget
December 6, 2019
On Wednesday December 4th, the Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) Board of Trustees held their annual Special Board Meeting where the Audited Financial Statements, the 2019/20 Revised Budg
Congratulations Joanne Baird, Acting Vice-Principal of St. Andrew’s School
October 3, 2019
Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to announce the appointment of Joanne Baird as Acting Vice-Principal of St. Andrew’s School in High Prairie starting October 15th. Joanne ha
Trustee Whalen Re-Elected as Board Chair and Trustee Hill Elected as Vice Chair
August 28, 2019
Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is pleased to announce the results of the 2019 Organizational Meeting where Kelly Whalen was re-elected as Board Chair and Brian Hill was elected as Vice
HFCRD Nominates TELUS World of Science – Edmonton for Award
August 21, 2023
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division (HFCRD) is nominating TELUS World of Science - Edmonton for the Alberta School Board Association’s (ASBA) for its annual Friends of Education Award. HFCRD
Parking Changes by the Grimshaw Shared School Facility
July 26, 2023
Starting in the 2023/2024 school year, parents and guardians coming to pick up their child(ren) from the Grimshaw Shared Schools Facility will no longer be able to park along 50th Street. Curb paintin
