Golden Hills School Division is proud to announce two students have been awarded the Alberta School Board Association’s (ASBA) Honouring Spirit Award for 2025.

Congratulations to Caleb Sitting Eagle who has been selected as the Southern Alberta, grade 7-9 winner of the Alberta School Board Association’s (ASBA) Honouring Spirit: Indigenous Student Award for 2025.

Caleb is a grade eight student at Crowther Memorial Jr. High School who proudly promotes his culture and advocates for Indigenous students. As a passionate advocate for traditional hand games, Caleb organized a school wide tournament. Caleb is an active member in the school’s Niitsitapi club and is currently serving as the leader of the schools’ Student Chief and Council.

The Honouring Spirit: Indigenous Student Award recognizes First Nations, Metis and Inuit Students who model strength and commitment in pursuit of their personal education path and embrace their own gifts, strengths and potential while celebrating the ways of their people.

Twelve students are selected for the Honouring Spirit Award from nominations throughout Alberta. Caleb's pride in his culture and his desire and willingness to encourage fellow students have earned him the Honouring Spirit Award for Southern Alberta in the grade 7-9.

Congratulations Caleb!