.jpg)
Penhold Waskasoo Middle School officially opened its doors Friday with a celebration that included student leaders, local politicians and Chinook’s Edge School Division representatives.
Principal Lisa Baird said the day marked more than the launch of a new building.
“It’s not just about our classrooms and hallways — it’s about building a home for learning and belonging,” she said in a previous interview.
Students played key roles in the event, with Grade 7 student Clover emceeing the program and classmate Jayden leading the land acknowledgement.
Minister of Transportation and Economic Corridors Devin Dreeshen praised the project, noting the speed of construction.
“As a local representative, this means a lot to me as well to see the groundbreaking and to see this beautiful building being built in just under a year is incredible,” he said.
Red Deer MP Burton Bailey also joined the ribbon cutting.
In a statement, the school thanked its partners for the work and dedication that made the project possible, adding it looks forward to “new beginnings and growing the future generation.”
** With information and gallery images from the Penhold Waskasoo Middle School Facebook.
Sign up to get the latest local news headlines delivered directly to your inbox every afternoon.
Send your news tips, story ideas, pictures, and videos to news@centralalbertaonline.com.
CentralAlbertaOnline encourages you to get your news directly from your trusted source by bookmarking this page and downloading the CentralAlbertaOnline app.