A Grande Prairie Composite High School (GPCHS) physical education teacher, Troy Sandboe, has been awarded this year’s North West Zone Award of Merit by the Alberta Schools’ Athletic Association (ASAA).  

This award is given in recognition of outstanding service to the students of Alberta schools in the promotion and operation of athletic programs in the Zone of the ASAA. 

Mr. Troy has been with the GPCHS for 29 years and is in his 28th year coaching with the Division. 

“Each year, thousands of volunteer teachers, coaches, and members of the school community dedicate much of their time to high school sport in Alberta. The ASAA is proud to recognize the teacher-coaches, student-athletes, and volunteers who help to make education through school sport a reality.”  

For more information, visit asaa.ca/recognition.