June 13, 2025
Education News Canada

ALBERTA SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION
Empowering Success: Nine Alberta Students Honoured with Lieutenant Governor's Award for Leadership, Resilience and Academic Excellence

June 12, 2025

Alberta School Boards Association (ASBA) celebrated the outstanding achievements of nine recipients in Grades 6, 9 and 11 at ASBA's 2025 Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Student Award celebration, held on June 9 at Government House.

The nine recipients from across Alberta were nominated by members of their educational communities. Each has shown tremendous growth in developing skills to better themselves through determination, initiative and independence, leading to their improvement and success both academically and personally.

The celebration featured inspiring remarks from:

  • The Honourable Salma Lakhani, AOE B.Sc., LLD (Hon), Lieutenant Governor of Alberta
  • Marilyn Dennis, President, ASBA
  • Maria Ochoa Franklin, 2024 Award Recipient
  • Recipients of the 2025 award

"The accomplishments of these young Albertans are truly inspiring. Through resilience, compassion and a steadfast commitment to learning and service, each of these students has made a meaningful impact in their schools and communities. Their leadership, humility and dedication remind us of the extraordinary potential within the next generation and offer great hope for the future of our province."

-The Honourable Salma Lakhani, AOE B.Sc., LLD (Hon), Lieutenant Governor of Alberta 

"These nine students are truly remarkable. They have demonstrated exceptional resilience, leadership and compassion whether by overcoming personal challenges, contributing meaningfully to their schools and communities, or embracing growth with determination and grace. They are shining examples of the strength and promise of student leadership across Alberta."

- Marilyn Dennis, President, Alberta School Boards Association 

Recipient recognition

Each award recipient was presented with:

  • Award certificate from ASBA's President and the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta
  • Congratulatory letter from ASBA's President
  • And, a unique medal as a symbol of recognition for their exemplary accomplishments

For more information about the award, visit: asba.ab.ca/awards-and-recognition

For more information

Alberta School Boards Association
Suite 1200, 9925 - 109 Street
Edmonton Alberta
Canada T5K 2J8
www.asba.ab.ca


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