Building a quinzee (or quinzhee) is a classic Grade 9 Outdoor Education project that perfectly blends physical activity, Indigenous history (Athabaskan origin), and physics. Unlike an igloo, which is built from blocks, a quinzee is made by hollowing out a settled mound of snow.

Mrs. Shipton’s Social 20-1 class recently explored the concept of nationalism through a cultural potluck, where students shared dishes representing their heritage or family favourites. This experiential learning approach effectively demonstrates how food serves as a powerful expression of cultural identity. Food plays a significant role in our culture and identity, carrying deep cultural, social, […]

Due to mechanical issues and extremely icy conditions todays ski trip for grade 9s has been CANCELLED

Support BCHS with Your Everyday Shopping! ⛽ We are thrilled to announce that Barrhead Composite High School has officially partnered with Pembina West Co-op for a community fundraiser that makes supporting our students easier than ever. How It Works It’s simple: you buy a gift card, and BCHS keeps 5% of the total sale! There […]

The following information has been shared with students in announcements and in their google postsecondary classroom (Grade 10, 11, and 12 students.)  We are sharing this information on the website (click on the blue link to access the job ad for CAREERS) so that parents can be kept informed.  If you have any specific questions regarding this […]

On Monday, February 23rd at 6:30PM, Alberta’s Rural Health Action Plan (RhPAP) is hosting a free interactive Zoom session available to rural high school students, parents, and teachers. You can join the session to learn more about pathways to a career as a Dental Assistant after high school. You will hear firsthand experiences to inform and […]

The following information has been shared with students in announcements and in their google postsecondary classroom (Grade 10, 11, and 12 students.)  We are sharing this information on the website so that parents can be kept informed.  If you have any specific questions regarding this information, you can email nicole.bondarchuk@pembinahills.ca or alex.wilkinson@pembinahills.ca. Work Experience/Job Opportunity The following […]

Two medical students from the University of Alberta Medical School will be coming to BCHS on Thursday February 26th starting at 11:00 AM.  The presentation is 45 minutes long and will be in Mrs. Bondarchuk’s classroom – Room #47.  Pre-register with Mrs. Bondarchuk! (Stop by her classroom or email – nicole.bondarchuk@pembinahills.ca)

Important End-of-Semester Schedule Please take note of the following dates regarding class attendance and the transition to Semester 2: Until January 27: Regular classes for all High School students. Full attendance is expected through this date. January 28: No school for Senior High students (Staff prep/Semester transition). January 28: Semester 2 begins for Jr. High […]