Jason Shephard will take over the role of principal at Parkland on September 3rd.A familiar face will take the reigns as principal of Winkler's Parkland Elementary School this upcoming September.

Jason Shepherd, the school's current vice-principal and guidance teacher, has been appointed to the role.

Shepherd will officially take over the position from Carrie Friesen on September 3rd. Last month, Friesen was appointed as the new principal for the Garden Valley Collegiate.

During his 15 years with the Garden Valley School Division, Shepherd has served as a classroom teacher, resource teacher, and guidance counsellor.

Meanwhile, Ashly Dyck has been appointed to the 75% permanent vice principal / 25% teacher position at Pine Ridge Elementary School.

Dyck currently serves the division as a kindergarten/resource teacher at J.R Walkof School.

She has been with Garden Valley School Division for 16 years where she has taught everything from kindergarten to grade 7.