UNITY—School is back in session for the year and the schools are happy to see good enrollment numbers. In a recent news release, Saskatchewan Distance Learning Centre (Sask DLC) said the number of full-time students increased from 3,300 in its first year to 3,800 in the second. Part-time enrollment numbers did dip from 5,400 students to 3,400.
At the elementary level, St. Peter’s School in Unity saw a slight decrease as the outgoing Grade 6 class was larger than the incoming Kindergarten class, totaling 121 students. Unity Public School also saw a slight decrease of 10 students, resulting in 235 students. Wilkie’s elementary school, Norman Carter, said enrollment numbers kept steady from last year with 147 students registered. The number of students in the high school has gone up from last year, with 325 pupils roaming the halls of Unity Composite.
While many of the new faces in the school halls belong to students, this year had several new faces of facility members. While many of the staff are new to the area, there are some who have been a part of the community for some time. The 2024-25 school year welcomed five new teachers at the Unity Composite High School and seven new staff members at St. Peter’s School. Be sure to say hello when you see their friendly faces.
My name is Morgan Svenkeson. I grew up in Kinistino, which is a small town of about 700 people, and graduated in 2018. I attended the University of Saskatchewan where I obtained my Bachelor of Science degree in Biology as well as my Education degree which focuses on biology and chemistry at the high school level. Outside of school, I have a passion for sports. I have played most school sports, but basketball and volleyball were my focuses. I have spent many hours coaching and refereeing these sports as well. I also have a passion for reading and spend a lot of my spare time absorbing anything and everything I can get my hands on. I am excited to join the Unity community and start this new chapter of my life in a place that seems to offer a lot of opportunities!
My name is Ashley Steinhubel, and I grew up in Macklin. I graduated in 2016 and then I attended school through the university transfer program at Lakeland College for two years. I continued my final two years of my Bachelor of Education degree at the University of Alberta. I enjoy traveling and going to new places as well as doing any activities outdoors. I am looking forward to meeting everyone at Unity, as I start a new chapter of my teaching career at UCHS!
Hello! My name is Krystal Hrynuik and I have been hired to replace Mrs. David at UCHS. I know I have big shoes to fill, and I am hoping to do my best for my students. I am from Kerrobert originally and I moved home six years ago to be closer to my family. I will be commuting to Unity for at least the first year. My husband also works in Unity, in the office at NWT. I am excited for a new school year and all the opportunities and possibilities of working at such a great school with an amazing staff!
Hello, I am Mr. Wade Wakelin, I am excited to be the new shop teacher at UCHS. I come from the Battlefords and am a proud dad to three little girls. I enjoy hunting, fishing and working on cars in my spare time.
Hi UCHS! My name is Lauren Gartner, and I am so excited to be back, this time joining the teaching team. I have lived in Unity all my life. After graduating from UCHS in 2019, I went to the University of Saskatchewan where I obtained my Bachelor of Education, with focuses in math and biology, as well as a Bachelor of Art with a focus in Psychology. You might have seen me around lots in the last few years, doing the things that I love most: playing sports, coaching sports, and refereeing sports. Volleyball is a huge passion of mine and I am really excited to bring my love for the game back with me to UCHS. I am so excited to be back, and to continue my teaching career in such an awesome school.
My name is Alexandria Stubbs. I’m St. Peter’s School’s new secretary. I’m from Unity and my daughters attend the school already, so it was a perfect fit for me! I’m enjoying my position so far and really love all the interactions I get to have with the students on a daily basis.
Hi, my name is Regan Bisson. I am the new Preschool teacher at St. Peter’s. I got married this summer to Darby Bisson. We have two kids and another on the way! I have lived in Unity for almost four years. This will be my first-year teaching preschool although I did work as a helper last year and absolutely loved my time. A few of my favourite things are my family, coffee, and watching hockey (especially when it’s my kids playing)!
Hi, my name is Kamryn Newsted. I am living in Macklin and will be working at St. Peter's in the Grade 3/4 classroom this school year. I am very excited to be working in Unity and to be a part of the St. Peter's family. I have always had a passion for teaching and my favorite part of my job is getting to educate young minds and build positive relationships within my classroom.
Hi, my name is Miss Lauren Stang, and I am so excited to be joining the St. Peter's community this year! I grew up in Macklin and attended K-12 at Macklin School. I graduated from high school in 2018. After high school, I studied at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon where I received my Bachelor of Education specialized in Elementary & Middle Years. This will be my third-year teaching. I have previously taught Kindergarten and Grade 3/4 at Macklin School. Thank you for welcoming me into your community! I am very excited and grateful to be teaching the 4/5's this year!
My name is Paige Gagnon and I’ve been working as an Educational Assistant for three years now! But this is my first year at St. Peter’s. I’m a mom of four and my family is everything to me! We have been living in Unity for 12 years now. Here’s to a great school year and getting to know all the kids and staff at St. Peter’s!
