Chinook's Edge students recognized during Youth Spark Awards

The Town of Sylvan Lake gave special recognition to three Chinook’s Edge students and an educational assistant during the town’s Youth Spark Awards.  

The awards provide an opportunity for the community to honour youth who are working hard to make a positive impact.   

Rozalyn Thyer, a student at Beacon Hill received the Service and Caring Award as she gives up her free time to work with younger students.   

A statement from the town explained that Thyer is very responsible and can always be counted on.   

In addition, Thyer has learned some sign language so she can communicate with non-verbal students, and often takes time to check in with the students, helping her peers learn how to connect.   

“Roz is very attuned to other people’s emotions, and she displays compassion and sensitivity to the needs of others,” said the Town of Sylvan Lake’s summary. “Roz unselfishly acts in goodwill to help others as she truly wants to make a positive difference in their lives.”  

The Art and Culture Award went to H.J. Cody High School student Adam Biegane, who was nominated by his piano teacher.   

Biegane earned First Class Honours with Distinction on his Royal Conservatory of Music Level 10 Piano Exam in January, and he aspires to complete his Associate of the Royal Conservatory of Music (ARCT) Diploma in Piano Performance in June 2025.  

“Achieving this high on this level piano exam is remarkable,” wrote his piano teacher. “This is a rare thing nowadays that displays his self-discipline, motivation, diligence, persistence, high intelligence, and ambition.”  

She added that she admires Bieganek’s achievements in music, academics, teaching piano, and sports.   

“As one of his mentors, I have personally observed his ability to communicate well with his students to spur them on with their piano progress,” she wrote.   

H.J. Cody High School student Kameron Wallace received the Athletic Ambassador award.   

“Kameron Wallace brings a certain passion and fire to the game of basketball,” wrote the Town of Sylvan Lake in its summary. “If anyone knows Kameron, they know that she is a natural-born leader at all times. She will push you to be the best version of yourself whether you are a player or even a coach.”  

Wallace helped her team win a zone championship last year and led her team to provincials twice in her high school basketball career, with the team ranked fourth in the province.   

“Kameron is a key player, not just because of her skills but because of the leadership role she has on and off the court. Many girls look up to her for guidance and it shows,” said the nomination. “Her attitude inspires others to be their best.”  

H.J. Cody Educational Assistant Kim Nemish was named “Spark Champion,” as she supports students and encourages them to become the best version of themselves.   

“Kim is a veteran EA at H.J. Cody, and a staff member who is deeply appreciated,” Alex Lambert, Principal, H.J. Cody said. “She has a strong work ethic. She leads by example and is loved by students, teachers, and support staff. I have never met a kid who does not love working with Ms. Nemish. She has a huge heart and always goes to bat for students.”