THE BATTLEFORDS — The Living Sky School Division (LSKYSD) has announced its new leadership for 2025, including the reappointment of Ronna Pethick as board chair and the addition of four new trustees. The changes come as part of the division’s annual organizational meeting held on Nov. 20.
Pethick, who has been a trustee for over 27 years, will serve a ninth term as chair. She is joined by Shaun Weber, who was acclaimed for a fourth term as vice-chair. Both Pethick and Weber will continue to lead the division as it navigates educational priorities across its broad service area, which includes six rural subdivisions and the City of North Battleford.
Joining the board this year are four new trustees: Bailey Kemery (Subdivision 6), Kelly Schneider (Subdivision 1), Sarah Connor (City of North Battleford), and Lacey Gartner (Subdivision 5). Their appointments add fresh perspectives to the division, which oversees 28 schools and serves roughly 5,300 students across northwest and west-central Saskatchewan.
“It’s an honour to continue serving as chair of the LSKYSD Board of Education. I deeply value the trust and support of my colleagues and look forward to advancing our division’s goals," said Pethick. “Local voices are essential in education, and I’m proud to represent Living Sky.”
Vice-chair Shaun Weber, representing the City of North Battleford and serving his fifth year as a trustee, said, “I am honoured to continue serving as vice-chair. This role allows me to support students, parents, and staff and ensure their voices are heard at the provincial level.”
