Board of Trustees: Remembrance Day Statement
As we prepare to honor Remembrance Day, let us pause to reflect on a powerful truth: the freedom, the security, the privileges we often take for granted—these things did not...
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Fall 2024 Trustee Newsletter now available
Through their Inspiring Success! quarterly newsletter, the Board of Trustees seeks to inform Black Gold families about the various activities carried out by their elected officials to promote and advocate for...
Board Statement on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
All Black Gold School Division (BGSD) schools will be closed on Monday, September 30 to observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. During the week prior, schools will mark...
Board statement on proposed gender identity policy
See below for a statement from the Board of Trustees on the Alberta Government’s recent announcement about proposed legislation pertaining to gender identity: “The Black Gold School Division’s Board of...
Board appoints Acting Superintendent of Schools
At their regular meeting on December 13, the Board of Trustees appointed Dr. Cindi Vaselenak as the Acting Superintendent of Schools/CEO of the Black Gold School Division. Dr. Vaselenak will...
Happy Holidays from your Board of Trustees
“As I write this, there is no snow blanketing our yards with its sparkling beauty, making everything look clean and white. It seems unusual to share a seasonal message with...
New Superintendent of Schools/CEO appointed
The Black Gold School Division’s Board of Trustees is pleased to announce that Michael Borgfjord has been appointed as the Superintendent of Schools/CEO for the Black Gold School Division effective...
Improving literacy in our schools
Today, September 8, is International Literacy Day! This year’s focus is on literacy teaching and learning in the COVID-19 crisis and beyond, with a focus on the role of educators...
Board approves 2023-2026 Education Plan
Nisku – At their regular meeting on May 31, the Board of Trustees approved the Black Gold School Division’s 2023-2026 Education Plan. The plan has been shared with Alberta Education,...
December 2022 Trustee Newsletter
The December 2022 Trustee Newsletter is now available. Catch up on what your school trustees have been doing – from meeting with the Education Minister, updates on Board advocacy efforts,...