for, loved, and they have a faith filled environment when they are with us.” Beyond academics, students are able to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities and optional courses, which provide plenty of opportunities for them to excel and pursue their passions. Holowka expands, “In each one of our schools they would be exposed to team sports, intramurals, CTS courses, artistic endeavors in music, visual arts, communication technology, and as they get older exposing them to career exploration.” As students progress, participation in apprenticeship models and dual credit programming is also an option, preparing them for potential future careers. SUPPORTING A COMMUNITY THROUGH INFRASTRUCTURE AND OUTREACH CTR is deeply committed to creating infrastructure that not only supports student success, but also addresses the unique needs of the communities it serves. With this in mind, Holowka says the division is focused on three major projects aimed at enhancing the educational experience while also contributing to broader community well-being. One project is the replacement of École Good Shepherd School in Okotoks. This initiative, funded through provincial capital support, is in collaboration with Alberta Education and Alberta Infrastructure. In the community of Strathmore, CTR is undertaking a renovation project, funded by the division’s own capital reserves, which involves rejuvenating part of the elementary school site and adding new facilities to the Grades 7-12 school. One of the most pressing projects on Christ The Redeemer’s capital plan is the proposed new school in the rapidly growing Brooks community. “Right now, it is still a concept,” explains Associate Superintendent Micheal Kilcommons. “We’ve got lots of support from the city council in Brooks, and tremendous support from our families, because they have great concerns about space issues in Brooks.” To accommodate the influx of students, the division has been adding modular classrooms and converting existing spaces, but a long-term solution is necessary. “The Brooks community is one of our more unique 360 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 10
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