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Media Release: BRSD Launches 2025-26 School Year with…

Posted on September 11 2025

Battle River School Division (BRSD) is launching the 2025–26 school year with a strong and promising start. School staff returned to professional learning days during the last week of August. After…

ÉCKS ORANGE SHIRT DAY

Posted on September 9 2025

ÉCKS TERRY FOX RUN

Posted on September 9 2025

Media Release: Natasha Wilm Named Superintendent

Posted on July 31 2025

Battle River School Division (BRSD) Board of Trustees is pleased to announce, after a cross-country search, the appointment of Natasha Wilm as the new Superintendent of Schools, effective August 01, 2025.…

Media Release: ÉCKS Hosts First Annual Special Olympics…

Posted on June 19 2025

Over 100 Battle River School Division (BRSD) student athletes—along with their peer partners—arrived at École Charlie Killam School (ÉCKS) from 10 schools across the division for a day of skill…

Media Release: BRSD Celebrates Benefits of French…

Posted on June 4 2025

Battle River School Division (BRSD) is proud to highlight the benefits of its French Immersion programs. BRSD offers French Immersion to students from Maternelle (Kindergarten) to Grade 12. Grade 6 students…

Media Release: BRSD Budget Announcement, 2025-2026

Posted on June 3 2025

The Board of Trustees at Battle River School Division (BRSD) is pleased to announce that the 2025–26 budget was approved on May 8, 2025. In the current 2024–25 school year, BRSD has received $70,148,449…

Media Release: BRSD Board of Trustees Approves 2025-2028…

Posted on May 29 2025

Battle River School Division (BRSD) is pleased to announce that the Board of Trustees has approved the 2025-28 Education Plan. This comprehensive plan—developed around input received from almost 3,500…

Media Release: Renowned Literacy Expert Penny Kittle…

Posted on May 13 2025

Battle River School Division (BRSD) is delighted to announce that Central High Sedgewick Public School (CHSPS) has collaborated with internationally acclaimed literacy expert Penny Kittle to connect with…

Media Release: Killam School Hosts Engaging Science…

Posted on May 9 2025

Battle River School Division (BRSD) is proud to announce that Killam Public School hosted an engaging and successful Science Fair on April 24, 2025. This event showcased the creativity and scientific…

Media Release: BRSD Student Receives 2025 Honouring…

Posted on April 29 2025

Battle River School Division (BRSD) is pleased to share that Shane Makinaw, École Camrose Composite High School (ÉCCHS) student, has received Honourable Mention in the 2025 Honouring Spirit: Indigenous…

BRSD Reaffirms Partnership to Support Student Safety

Media Release: BRSD Reaffirms Partnership to Support…

Posted on April 17 2025

Battle River School Division (BRSD) proudly hosted a partnership meeting with representatives from the RCMP, Alberta Health Services (AHS) and Elk Island Catholic Schools (EICS) to formally reaffirm its…

Media Release: BRSD Receives Grant for Bawlf School…

Posted on April 11 2025

Battle River School Division (BRSD) is pleased to announce it has received confirmation of funding that will support important technology upgrades to the audiovisual control system at Bawlf School. Funding…

Media Release: BRSD Board Approves 2025 Capital Plan

Posted on April 2 2025

Battle River School Division (BRSD) Board of Trustees approved the division’s 2025 capital plan at the Board meeting on March 20, 2025. The plan has been submitted to Alberta Education for consideration…

Media Release: Farm to School Program at Round Hill…

Posted on April 1 2025

Round Hill School is proud to highlight the success of its Farm to School program, enriching student learning through hands-on experiences in agriculture, sustainability and healthy eating. Supported…

Media Release: BRSD Celebrates Edwin Parr Award Nominee…

Posted on March 14 2025

Battle River School Division (BRSD) is proud to announce that Jacob Kendall, a first-year teacher at École Charlie Killam School (ÉCKS), has been nominated for the prestigious Edwin Parr Teacher Award.…

Media Release: BRSD Late French Immersion Program…

Posted on March 7 2025

Battle River School Division (BRSD) Late French Immersion program is designed for Grade 6 students who have a desire to learn French. The program is an excellent opportunity for students who are seeking…

Media Release: BRSD SAVY Student Voice Leads the Way

Posted on March 3 2025

Battle River School Division (BRSD) hosted a dynamic and engaging day with its High School (HS) and Middle Years (MY) SAVY (Student Advisory Voice for Youth) students on February 6, 2025.  Throughout…

Media Release: ÉCKS Hosts Special Olympics Unified…

Posted on February 27 2025

Battle River School Division’s (BRSD) École Charlie Killam School (ÉCKS) proudly hosted a special afternoon of basketball and inclusion on February 26, 2025. The ÉCKS gym was alive with energy as…

2023-2024 Annual Education Results Report video

Posted on February 25 2025

Battle River School Division is pleased to share a video overview of our 2023-24 Annual Education Results Report. The video highlights our achievements, addresses challenges, and outlines our next steps…

Media Release: BRSD Engages in Indigenous Learning…

Posted on February 12 2025

Battle River School Division (BRSD) is committed to fostering reconciliation and deepening understanding of Indigenous history, cultures, and perspectives throughout the division.  As part of this commitment,…

Media Release: BRSD Receives Generous Breakfast Program…

Posted on February 11 2025

Battle River School Division (BRSD) Breakfast Program received a generous boost from the Camrose Branch #57 Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary on February 11, 2025. Members, Donna Coombs and Linda Olson, visited…

Media Release: BRSD Celebrates Student Success Through…

Posted on February 11 2025

Battle River School Division (BRSD) is proud to celebrate outstanding achievements of its students in a variety of programs that prepare them for success beyond high school. With the completion of semester…

Media Release: Ryley School Brings BRSD Vision to…

Posted on February 7 2025

Ryley School, a vibrant Grades 1-9 school within Battle River School Division (BRSD), has exemplified BRSD’s vision of Every Student, Every Day, a Success, by hosting an extraordinary all-student production…

Media Release: BRSD Opens Registration for 2025-26…

Posted on February 5 2025

Battle River School Division (BRSD) is excited to announce that registration for the 2025-26 school year is open as of February 3, 2025. Families with current BRSD students will receive automatic student…

Media Release: BRSD Appreciates BRCF Grant and Scholarship…

Posted on January 23 2025

Battle River School Division (BRSD) is grateful for Battle River Community Foundation’s (BRCF) continual dedication to supporting education throughout our community. This generosity helps to enhance…

Media Release: BRSD Reflects on First Semester Success,…

Posted on January 15 2025

As the first semester and the first half of the 2024-25 school year comes to a close, Battle River School Division (BRSD) would like to congratulate all students and staff on their hard work, dedication,…

PowerSchool Cybersecurity Incident Update

Posted on January 9 2025

Battle River School Division (BRSD) has been informed of a North America-wide cybersecurity incident involving PowerSchool, the system used for student information. We are working with PowerSchool to…

2024

Media Release: BRSD Kindergarten Professional Learning…

Posted on December 19 2024

BRSD Kindergarten Professional Learning Day Battle River School Division (BRSD) kindergarten teachers from across the division collaborated at BRSD Division Office on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. This…

Media Release: BRSD Holiday Festivities Celebrate…

Posted on December 11 2024

BRSD Holiday Festivities Celebrate the Spirit of the Season Battle River School Division (BRSD) is buzzing with excitement while the holiday season is in full swing. BRSD schools are preparing for Christmas…

Media Release: BRSD Board Approves Audited Financial…

Posted on November 29 2024

BRSD Board Approves Audited Financial Statements Battle River School Division (BRSD) Board of Trustees has approved its Audited Financial Statements (AFS) for the year ending August 2024.  The audit,…

Media Release: BRSD Annual Education Results Report…

Posted on November 29 2024

BRSD Annual Education Results Report for 2023-24 Battle River School Division (BRSD) Board of Trustees has officially approved the Annual Education Results Report (AERR) for the 2023-24 school year. This…

Media Release: BRSD Student Learning Through Locally…

Posted on November 4 2024

BRSD Student Learning Through Locally Developed Courses Battle River School Division (BRSD) is proud to offer students a wide range of Locally Developed Courses (LDCs), enhancing learning by tailoring…

Media Release: BRSD Commemorates Indigenous Veterans…

Posted on November 1 2024

BRSD Commemorates Indigenous Veterans Day and Remembrance Day Battle River School Division (BRSD) is proud to acknowledge the significance of Indigenous Veterans Day on November 8 and Remembrance Day…

Media Release: BRSD Highlights Exceptional Student…

Posted on October 31 2024

BRSD Highlights Exceptional Student Opportunities Battle River School Division (BRSD) is proud to highlight extensive student opportunities in inclusive learning environments where they can thrive academically…

CASA Classroom Coming to BRSD

Posted on October 29 2024

CASA Classroom Coming to BRSD In partnership with the Government of Alberta, community partners and school divisions, CASA Mental Health has committed to delivering mental health care in classrooms. CASA…

Media Release: BRSD Students Excel in RAP, Green Certificate,…

Posted on October 24 2024

BRSD Students Excel in RAP, Green Certificate, and Dual Credit Programs Battle River School Division (BRSD) is thrilled to celebrate the outstanding achievements of its students in the Registered Apprenticeship…

Media Release: BRSD Students Attend Lakeland College…

Posted on October 22 2024

BRSD Students Attend Lakeland College Open House Battle River School Division (BRSD) is thrilled to announce that over 30 division students recently attended Lakeland College’s annual open house event…

Media Release: BRSD Transportation Evacuation Initiative…

Posted on October 18 2024

BRSD Transportation Evacuation Initiative for School Bus Safety Week During School Bus Safety Week, Battle River School Division (BRSD) is conducting a bus evacuation safety initiative at its schools…

Media Release: BRSD Student Career Pathways: Green…

Posted on October 18 2024

BRSD Student Career Pathways: Green Certificate, RAP, and Dual Credit Courses Battle River School Division (BRSD) is proud to offer students a wide range of opportunities to enhance their education and…

Media Release: BRSD Announces a Fantastic September…

Posted on September 24 2024

BRSD Announces a Fantastic September School Start-up With the start of a new school year, Battle River School Division (BRSD) welcomed students back with an engaging array of activities, including barbecues,…

Media Release: BRSD Enhances Classroom Learning with…

Posted on September 20 2024

BRSD Enhances Classroom Learning with ViewSonic Interactive Boards and Sound Field Systems As part of Battle River School Division's (BRSD) commitment to Learning Success for All, Enhancing High Quality…

Media Release: BRSD Student Representative for 2024-25…

Posted on September 19 2024

BRSD Student Representative for 2024-25 Minister’s Youth Council Battle River School Division (BRSD) Hay Lakes School student, Asseel Sigha will provide a voice for BRSD on the Minister’s Youth Council,…

Media Release: BRSD Leadership Starts the New School…

Posted on September 10 2024

BRSD Leadership Starts the New School Year Battle River School Division (BRSD) is gearing up for another successful year of learning. On August 21, BRSD principals, assistant principals, and division…

Media Release: BRSD Warms Up for September Terry Fox…

Posted on August 22 2024

BRSD Warms Up for September Terry Fox Events Battle River School Division (BRSD) is anticipating an exciting start to the 2024-25 school year, with the Terry Fox Run being one of the first events on school…

Media Release: BRSD Announces 2024-2027 Education…

Posted on August 12 2024

BRSD Announces 2024-2027 Education Plan for a Successful Start to the 2024-2025 School Year Battle River School Division (BRSD) is excited to announce the launch of its 2024-27 Education Plan, coinciding…

Media Release: BRSD Summer Projects for Technology…

Posted on July 31 2024

BRSD Summer Projects for Technology and Facilities Teams With the transition from the last school year to the next, Battle River School Division (BRSD) continues its work around the division and some…

Media Release: BRSD Encourages Students to Stay Active…

Posted on June 28 2024

BRSD Encourages Students to Stay Active with Hockey and Soccer Academy Academic programming offers student athletes a fantastic opportunity to develop their skills both on and off the field while achieving…

Media Release: BRSD Celebrates a Year of Successes…

Posted on June 20 2024

BRSD Celebrates a Year of Successes and Extends Summer Wishes As Battle River School Division (BRSD) approaches the end of its 2023-24 school year and the last day for students on June 27, 2024, BRSD…

Media Release: BRSD Students Receive 2024 Honourable…

Posted on June 3 2024

BRSD Students Receive 2024 Honourable Mention for Outstanding Indigenous Inspiration On April 15, 2024, 12 First Nation, Métis and Inuit students were recognized for outstanding achievements at Alberta…

Media Release: BRSD Board of Trustees Approves 2024-2027…

Posted on May 30 2024

BRSD Board of Trustees Approves 2024-2027 Education Plan The Board of Trustees at Battle River School Division (BRSD) is pleased to announce the approval of BRSD’s 2024-27 Education Plan, designed to…

Media Release: BRSD Budget Announcement 2024-2025

Posted on May 24 2024

BRSD Budget Announcement 2024-2025 The Board of Trustees at Battle River School Division (BRSD) is pleased to announce the approval of their 2024-25 budget, which is submitted to Alberta Education by…

Media Release: BRSD Budget 2024-2025

Posted on May 15 2024

BRSD Budget 2024-2025 Each spring, school divisions across the province receive their budget allocations from Alberta Education. The Board of Battle River School Division (BRSD) has approved the 2024-25…

Media Release: BRSD Welcomes Students Through ÉCKS…

Posted on May 9 2024

BRSD Welcomes Students Through ÉCKS Cougars Connect Program Battle River School Division (BRSD) is preparing for the upcoming school year and anticipating positive experiences for its students. As elementary…

Media Release: BRSD Transportation Registration Open

Posted on April 17 2024

BRSD Transportation Registration Open Battle River School Division (BRSD) Transportation is pleased to announce that bus registration for the 2024/25 school year is open from April 17, 2024, until 4 p.m.…

Media Release: BRSD Embraces April Opportunities as…

Posted on April 9 2024

BRSD Embraces April Opportunities as Spring Unfolds As April unfolds, Battle River School Division (BRSD) extends warm wishes to all, hoping that Easter weekend was joyful and left everyone with love,…

Media Release: BRSD Board Approves 2025-28 Capital…

Posted on April 2 2024

BRSD Board Approves 2025-28 Capital Plan Battle River School Division (BRSD) Board of Trustees has approved the division’s capital plan, which will be submitted to Alberta Education prior to April 1,…

BRSD Announces Edwin Parr Teacher Award Nominee

Posted on March 19 2024

BRSD Announces Edwin Parr Teacher Award Battle River School Division (BRSD) is excited to announce that Kaden Doerksen is our Edwin Parr Award nominee. He has been selected to represent our division as…

Media Release: Unlocking Academic Excellence, BRSD…

Posted on March 8 2024

Unlocking Academic Excellence, BRSD Highlights Benefits of French Immersion Battle River School Division (BRSD) is proud to emphasize numerous advantages of its French Immersion programming, which provides…

Media Release: BRSD Celebrates Spring Break and Engagement…

Posted on March 4 2024

BRSD Celebrates Spring Break and Engagement Opportunities As spring approaches and our 2023-24 school year progresses, Battle River School Division (BRSD) is excited to share events and opportunities…

Media Release: BRSD Celebrates International Women’s…

Posted on March 1 2024

BRSD Celebrates International Women’s Day As International Women's Day (IWD) approaches, Battle River School Division (BRSD) proudly reaffirms its commitment to supporting gender equality and celebrating…

BRSD Dedication to Bus Service and Safety

Posted on February 26 2024

BRSD Dedication to Bus Service and Safety Battle River School Division (BRSD) Transportation team worked diligently, making a series of changes to its bus routes to accommodate rides for a higher volume…

Media Release: BRSD Continued Student Success

Posted on February 16 2024

BRSD Continued Student Success Battle River School Division (BRSD) recently welcomed 10 students from Japan as well as a group of students from Brazil to its schools. In the current school year, BRSD’s…

Pre-K / Kindergarten Registration Opens February 1

Posted on January 31 2024

Success Starts Early! Battle River School Division will be accepting registrations for Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten on Feb. 1, 2024. Register your Pre-Kindergarten or Kindergarten student early to…

2023

Media Release: BRSD Board Approves Audited Financial…

Posted on November 30 2023

BRSD Board Approves Audited Financial Statements Battle River School Division (BRSD) Board of Trustees approved its Audited Financial Statements (AFS) on November 28, 2023. The AFS audit was completed…

Media Release: BRSD Annual Education Results Report…

Posted on November 30 2023

BRSD Annual Education Results Report for 2022-23 Battle River School Division (BRSD) Board of Trustees accepted the 2022-23 Annual Education Results Report (AERR) as presented at its monthly meeting on…

Media Release: BRSD Celebrates Outstanding Student…

Posted on November 7 2023

BRSD Celebrates Outstanding Student Achievements at Awards Events Battle River School Division (BRSD) is thrilled to celebrate the exceptional achievements of its students at school awards ceremonies…

Media Release: BRSD Students Participate in Hockey…

Posted on October 30 2023

BRSD Students Participate in Hockey Hooky Afternoon with Camrose Kodiaks Over 2,100 enthusiastic students from Battle River School Division (BRSD) and other local schools gathered at Encana Arena in Camrose…

Media Release: BRSD Engagement Activities for October

Posted on October 27 2023

BRSD Engagement Activities for October October has come to a close, and Battle River School Division (BRSD) is thrilled to share this month’s extraordinary events and accomplishments. While reflecting…

Attendance Boundary Review Survey

Posted on October 19 2023

In Oct., BRSD Board of Trustees held its attendance boundary review meetings with school parents and families in Camrose, New Norway, Ryley and Daysland. Thank you to everyone who attended and provided…

Media Release: BRSD Support and Appreciation for Dedication…

Posted on October 5 2023

BRSD Support and Appreciation for Dedication to Bus Safety Bus Safety Week occurs this year from October 15 to 21, and BRSD would like to acknowledge bus safety as a critical piece of daily responsibility…

Media Release: BRSD Commemorates National Day for…

Posted on September 22 2023

BRSD Commemorates National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day: A Commitment to Learning Together Throughout the month of September, Battle River School Division (BRSD) proudly joins…

Media Release: BRSD Notice of Rescheduled Attendance…

Posted on September 22 2023

BRSD Notice of Rescheduled Attendance Boundary Review Public Meetings BRSD Board of Trustees is pleased to reintroduce attendance boundary review discussions. After 28 years of population shifts, school…