talking about what’s important to them and to us.” A standout example of this collaboration is a new initiative launching in 2026 in partnership with Assiniboine Community College. The division will host the college’s Health Care Aide training program at a local high school, providing graduating students with a direct path into one of the region’s most urgently needed professions.“Municipal leaders were vocal about the need for more healthcare workers,” Magnan says.“So, we listened.This is about building homegrown talent that stays in the community.” TECH INTEGRATION WITH PURPOSE Technology is another area of thoughtful integration. While Sunrise is not a one-to-one district, it ensures equitable access through a five-year refresh cycle across all schools.“We give our schools autonomy to choose what type of tech best serves their students, whether that’s desktop labs, laptops on carts, or tablets,” Reid explains. 352 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 08
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