Holy Spirit Roman Catholic Separate Regional Division No. 4

The Three-Year Education Plan for 2026-2029 outlines the strategic direction for fostering Christ-centered learning communities. Its core purpose is to ensure students are cherished and achieve their full potential. The plan was formally reviewed and approved by the Board for submission to Alberta Education and will be placed on the division's website.

The Board meeting included discussions on the Edwin Parr Award nominee banquet, the initiation of the annual Board evaluation process, and a policy review schedule. The Board received reports from administration, including updates on division activities related to support services, technology, and facilities. Additionally, the Board reviewed correspondence from the Minister of Education regarding a transportation infrastructure initiative and received information on the Catholic Education Sunday collection, an upcoming Art's Alive and Well in the Schools event, the ASBA Spring General Meeting, and student and staff achievements.

This Education Plan for The Holy Spirit Roman Catholic Separate School Division outlines the strategic direction for 2026-2029. Rooted in Catholic faith, its core priorities include strengthening Catholic faith, fostering learning through quality teaching, living truth and reconciliation, and promoting belonging in a diverse community. The plan aims to improve student learning and results by focusing on collaborative teaching environments, student growth in literacy and numeracy, reconciliation through cultural understanding, and comprehensive support for student and staff well-being, all guided by the division's mission, vision, and values.

The board meeting agenda focused on several key items, including the presentation of the Music Task Force and a review of the Three-Year Education Plan for 2026-2029. The board also addressed the 2026/2027 Operating Budget, various policy reviews, including Conflict of Interest and Nepotism, and received reports from the Superintendent and other administrative staff. Additionally, the meeting covered board reports, advocacy updates, and information items such as enrolment data and divisional calendars.

The Board reviewed and approved the Ten-Year Capital Plan and Three-Year Capital Plan, which will be submitted to relevant educational and infrastructure authorities. The Board initiated the annual board evaluation process for 2025/2026 and appointed members to the new Infrastructure and Capital Committee. Various policies underwent a formal review and approval process. Additionally, the Board received an overview of student and stakeholder satisfaction survey results, reviewed the second-quarter financial statement, and discussed capital plans, class size, and education assurance measures with local MLAs. Recognition was also given to various students and staff for academic, athletic, and community achievements.