By Troy Gillard

Wild Rose School Division

Caroline teacher nominated for Edwin Parr Award

Mar 31, 2021 | 9:45 AM

Wild Rose School Division has announced Jadeyn Leenstra as its nominee for the Zone 4 Edwin Parr Award.

The award is handed out each year to first-year teachers who show exemplary dedication and commitment to the education of their students.

“I am honoured to be chosen as the Edwin Parr nominee for the Wild Rose School Division. I am very grateful to be able to return to a rural setting and begin my teaching career in the deep-rooted community of Caroline,” said Leenstra.

“I am thankful for the family, educators and coworkers who continue to support me in my professional pursuits and I strive to support my students the same way. Thank you to the Wild Rose School Division and Caroline School for this opportunity.”

Leenstra (van der Vlis) grew-up on a farm in Clearwater County. In 2020, she received her Bachelor of Education Degree from the University of Alberta through the Red Deer College Middle Years Program.

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“It has always been my ambition to return to the Wild Rose School Division and teach in a rural community. I feel very fortunate to have joined the team at Caroline School and am grateful for my family and fellow educators who have supported me as I begin my teaching career.”

“Right from the first day of school, it was very clear that Jadeyn would be a special addition to our school and the teaching profession.,” said Dean Pilipchuk, Caroline School Principal. “Whether it be differentiated, engaging lesson planning, relationship building, volunteering throughout the school or collaborating with her colleagues, Jadeyn has excelled in every area.”

A recognition event will be held for all Edwin Parr Award nominees from each division and a zone winner will be selected from those nominees. Zone 4 is made up of eight Central Alberta school divisions: Battle River, Chinook’s Edge, Red Deer Catholic Regional, Red Deer Public, Wetaskiwin Regional, Wild Rose and Wolf Creek School Divisions.