This special page is where we will pass on greetings from, and information about, former staff members and students of Worsley School who have visited our site, now organized alphabetically by decade. If you are a former WCS student or staff member, and would like some information about yourself left here for others to read, please visit our 'Visitors' Sign-in Page'. You might also like to find out more about all our visitors ... find out who's been visiting Worsley OnLine ... take a world tour and follow links to all the places where our visitors come from! Or visit and sign our GuestBook 2000's Benjamin Basnett s724y@hotmail.com Benji graduated in 2002, and is currently in St. Albert. He writes: 'I am attending Paul Kane High School working on all my 30 subjects plus my third year of German. I play in the band at the German Club in Edmonton. I am into keeping fit and basketball. No junk food for this guy! My best memories of WCS include my friends and teachers , my bus drivers, basketball games and all the nice girls. Also my gang, and being a part of my teacher's wedding, leading her dog in the wedding. Also all the help a special teacher Miss Pam McNeil gave me: thanks a lot. I miss the dances school and my friends.Email me , I would like to hear from you. I am into fitness so maybe we can exchange some ideas.' Christine Braim Stine_2001@hotmail.com Christine graduated in 2001. She was employed at Baker Atlas in Grande Prairie as a receptionist, until the end of March 2002 . Christine also took a Massage Therapy course. She writes: 'My favourite memory of W.C.S would have to be the bottle drive fundraiser for Grad involving Sandy, Lance, Kyle and I. I also remember giving Mrs. Shilka heart failure in English every time someone said something bad about all the ridiculous poems and short stories we had to read. Hi everybody, I hope you're all enjoying school as much as I didn't. Drop me a letter sometime, I'll write you back.' Jacy Conrad curlygurl124@hotmail.com Jacy is curently going to school in Dawson Creek at South Peace Secondary School. She writes: "There are 700 people here! Wow! Huge change! Haha ... everything was a blast [at Worsley]! I was bored and thought I would come back to Worsley to see how things were going, but I can see that the new Yearbook isn't on! Oh well... better luck next time I guess! I wanted to say that I miss you all and hope to hear from you! My favourite memory of W.C.S would have to be the bottle drive fundraiser for Grad involving Sandy, Lance, Kyle and I. I also remember giving Mrs. Shilka heart failure in English every time someone said something bad about all the ridiculous poems and short stories we had to read. Hi everybody, I hope you're all enjoying school as much as I didn't. Drop me a letter sometime, I'll write you back." Zelda Fehr the_bleu_monkey_whispers_to_the_moon_under_the_midnight_sun@hotmail.com Zelda Isaak (now Fehr) was last a student here in 2000. She is now living in Fairview, and she tells us she's " ...just going to school, hanging out. Not all that much. My best memory is the grade 7 Wake-a-thon! That was awesome! And just hanging out day to day with friends Worsley, rock on! I miss you ..." Mandy Foster canadian_hottie_69@hotmail.com Mandy writes: "[I was] going to school at St. Joe's in G.P., playing volleyball, and thats about it! One of my best memories of WCS is trying to skip all the time and, well, getting a detention at the end of the school year with Jess, Vicky, Jo, and Kamie ...thanks, Mr. Fleming! I miss everyone there soooooo bad, so write me and let me know what's new there, and don't be afraid to come and visit me!! WRITE ME!! LOVE YA!!" Vicky Foster sexy_baby_105@hotmail.com Vicky writes: "Hey everyone!!! I'm here at St. Joes!! Mandy and I both made the senior varsity team for volleyball and are staying really busy with that! Thanks for all the great memories in Worsley! I miss you all lots and lots!! Good luck with sports and stuff! You guys will do awesome!! LOVE YA!! Drop me a line sometime!!" Isaac Giesbrecht basketball_rocks.15@hotmail.com Isaac graduated from Worsley School in 2004. He is currently living in Ft. St. John. Isaac writes: "Hey everyone, how's it going? I am now in Ft. St. John and am getting ready to apprentice for heavy duty mechanics. My favorite memory of W.C.S is all the great noon hours playing b-ball with all my buddies!" Derek & Angela Golinowski dnaacres@telusplanet.net Derek and Angela were staff members at WCS most recently in 2000. They currently live in Wainwright, Alberta, where Derek is a counsellor at Blessed Sacrament School, in Wainwright, and Angela is teaching Kindergarten in Hughenden. They are the parents of Haidyn Kennedy. Angela's best memories? She writes: "All memories [of Worsley] are wonderful. Coaching volleyball with Lisa was a highlight for me. Derek's favourite was, in his words, 'Beating my wife's record in coaching winning games of volleyball'. It is amazing to see how my 'young' grade 3's and 4's are not so young anymore! We miss everyone in Worsley so much. Worsley is such a wonderful community and you should feel very proud to live there!" Justin Jensen gradermanhank@hotmail.com Justin graduated in 2004, and is currently working in Fairview. He tells us: "I'm just living in Fairview, working and enjoying life. My best memory of WCS is basketball; it's the best thing that ever happend in Worsley ... basketball all the way! Hope everyone is having fun and good luck with all the sports this year." Pam McNeil pcmcn@hotmail.com Pam was a teacher at WCS. She is currently a teacher in Unity, Saskatchewan, teaching core subjects in grade 7 and English in grade 9. She writes: "I have too many fond memories of Worsley Central to narrow it down to just one, but to mention a few ... the pranks Benny H. pulled in class during grade 9, the Macbeth rap I 'attempted', Landon and his poetry, and Kristin convincing me to buy one of her 'paintings' for twenty dollars! I just wanted to say hello to all the students and staff - you all made my years at WCS great! I miss you and don't be afraid to write:)" Carrie Ostrem ostremc@telusplanet.net Carrie was last a student here in 2000. She is currently in Peace River. She writes: 'My favorite memory of going to school in Worsley would have to be ... hanging around at noon hour and goofing off! I had the time of my life here, and just wanted to say hi to all my (now) snobby friends who never call me, or look me up ... you know who you are!' Brent Northcott bnorth@telusplanet.net Brent taught at WCS during the 2000-2001 school year. He is now living and teaching in Whitecourt, Alberta. He tells us: 'I am now teaching grade 9 LA, grade 8 Social & computers, and high school computers. My best memory of Worsley School is all the great students and staff, and just the overall close-knit atmosphere. Here's to a great year for both students and staff at Worsley. You guys have a good thing there!' Kamie Ponath (Bridget RedEarth) redearth4ever@hotmail.com Kamie left us after the 2002-3 school year to attend Grade 12 in Cochrane, Alberta. She writes: "Hi all, life here is wonderful. There are SO many people in my school. As a farm girl, I am quite intimidated! There are 200 kids in my GRADE!!!! I will always remember the good times, especially the runaway bridesmaids .... ah, I hope Jess isn't too lonely without Mandy or me this year. I will be back at Grad!!! I LOVE AND MISS YOU ALL!!! Please write me!" Vicky Turner vixon_417@hotmail.com Vicky graduated in 2004, and is currently living and working in Grande Prairie. She writes: " I am just finishing up my work experience at Uniglobe Total Travel, and am waiting to find out if I have a full time position. My favourite memory of WCS is playing sports and being with friends 24-7! I'd like to pass on this message: 'Do what you have to do, even if you don't want to! It will all pay off in the end and open so many doors that could be closed, because you were too busy goofing off and trying to be so called 'cool'. It's better to be hated for whom you are, then loved for whom you are not!'" Holly Wasylciw hollywasylciw@hotmail.com Holly is a former student who now atttends Fairview High. She writes: "Right now I am attending FHS. My favourite memory of Worsley was my grade 6 year when Mrs. Gula made an accidental rude noise and tried to blame it on Brent. Hey guys, I hope you're having fun. I miss yah all." Josh Wasylciw joshwasylciw@hotmail.com Josh is attending the University of Alberta in Edmonton, taking a Bachelor of Science program which he hopes will eventually lead him into the medical field. He writes: " I have many memories of Worsley School. Lots include Grant and our 'excursions' in vehicle(s) during noon hour. Other fond memories include tormenting Mr. Willis with digitally altered pictures, Students' Council, and generally being with my friends. People always say that university is so great because you get to study what you want to - WRONG! Haha! Seriously, enjoy school. Worsley has a lot to offer and to be thankful for - this becomes even more evident once you leave!" Jesse Willis pineappleexpress@hotmail.com Jesse graduated in 2000, and was the co-valedictorian for her class along with Mindy Foster. Jesse is currently working in England on an alpaca farm, and spending her free time travelling. She writes: "Hello to everyone in Worsley! I miss you all, and will hopefully visit soon! Amber Wright amberelli_04@hotmail.com Amber, who graduated in 2001, is currently working for an insurance broker in Nanton, Alberta. She tells us: "My favourite memory of WCS is probably my grade 12 year. As a class we banded together and probably became the first class not reduced to tears or name-calling over colours, music or all the other things that seem so important when you are planning for Grad. That and bugging Andrew about being so short. I just want to say Hi to everyone who is still back home, and those who visit the page like I do to get a 'Worsley fix'. You have no idea how much you will miss that place until you leave. Please feel free to send me an e-mail sometime if you get the chance. I love hearing from everyone and despite working at the school my mom is not so good on keeping me up with the latest gossip!" 1990's Dean Bala dean_bala@yahoo.com Dean was a 1998 graduate of Worsley School. He is currently attending Lakeland College in Alberta, and would like to say 'Hi'! Samantha Cartwright Nikegirl_26@hotmail.com Sam was last a student here in 1999. She is currently working as a sales associate in a clothing store in Calgary. Sam writes: "My best memories of WCS are all the fun days that the Student Union set up, and playing volleyball. I just wanted to say hi to all the teachers that are still there, and I hope the students now are not giving you guys a hard time like my class did, once in a while". Curtis Clay CurtisClay@umexinc.com Curtis graduated in 1997, and is currently living in Edmonton, where he is working at a Battery Materials plant in Leduc. Curtis writes: "Just wondering what's going on in the small town of Worsley. I remember all three years of senior basketball, and the time Mr. Bennett caught Larry S. and myself in the Worsley Tavern! Take it easy and don't work too hard!!" Cassandra Demetroff mdemetroff@sprint.ca Cassandra was a student at WCS; her last year here was in 1995. She is now living in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. She writes, "I am currently attending high school (grade 9) in Saskatoon, ... one with 1225 kids in grades 9-12! My best memory of Worsley is running around after school with Dusty, and begging Irvine for pop machine money! Hello to everyone who remembers me ... have fun, 'cause a big school is no fun! Hope to see you all in the summer. Vicky ... please email me!" Dave Dies diesd@hotmail.com Dave Dies was principal at Worsley School during the 1997-98 year.He is currently living in Mississauga, Ontario, and is retired, although he is still teaching a few classes for this semester. Dave writes: "Thanks for the everlasting memories. I'm gone, but you certainly are not forgotten. I'd love to hear from you. I was really pleased to see the Booster Club get the outdoor court for the school. Congratulations. My best memory is all of the great kids that you have at WCS." Shelly Glen Shelly_Glen@SHT.fclass.ei.educ.ab.ca Shelly Glen taught at Worsley for several years. Her last year here was 1997-98. She is currently teaching Math, Science, and Computers at Sherwood Height Junior High School in Sherwood Park, Edmonton. Her favourite memory of WCS is the Christmas Banquet for the whole school, just before the holidays. She sends these greetings: "Hi, everyone! It's only taken me what, four months to get here?! It just seems like the new school year started yesterday and here we are at Christmas! Things have changed a lot in the last few months for me. My new school has 570 students from grade 7-9 - just a little different from Worsley. In some ways it's nice, but I do miss knowing all the students I see in the school and I'm still learning names. Otherwise, I'm really happy where I am. I'm a little "Worsleysick", though, after looking through the pictures of your smiling faces! Please e-mail me - I'd love to hear about how you're doing and what you've been up to. Merry Christmas, everyone!" Denise Ostaszewski (Hudak) finddenise@hotmail.com Denise graduated from WCS in 1995. She is currently living in Foremost, Alberta, and she tells us: ' I have my Early Childhood Development Diploma and I am working as an educational assistant in a local school with almost 300 students in Grades 4-12. I work mostly with Grades 5 and 9.'. Denise's favourite memory is 'Skipping our last English 30 class and going cruising with the gang and Mr. Rainka in his Rabbit convertible. Then there was also the Grade 7 end-of-the-year trip to Running Lake ... remember that one Lori J.   LOL' I just wanted to say 'Hi' to all the 'old' staff and students. Drop me a line!' Jemima Isaak mambosmash1@hotmail.com Jemima graduated from WCS in 1999. She is currently taking Geological Technology at NAIT, in Edmonton. She writes: "My favourite memory is the hot dog eating contest, with macaroni 'n' cheese!! It was soooo gross, but wayyy too funny!! I just wanna say hi, see whats up, and tell you all that if you want it bad enough, then you can do it!! OK, that sounds wrong ... but ya know what i mean, right? Guys? *L*" Randi Jackson Randi_Jackson@hotmail.com Randi was last a student here in 1999-2000. She is currently attending Grande Prairie Composite High School, where she is 'taking courses needed to graduate, playing volleyball, and taking lots of trips on the weekends to Red Deer'. She says: "Hello to everybody! I really don't miss those long bus rides! My favourite memory is ripping around with Sandy in her car, and our class driving the teachers crazy!! . Now that I have an email address, Nikki, Mel, and Jamie can mail me. Please send me the Yearbook address so I can check out the pics. Have an awsome year, people and an awsome GRAD!!!" Stan Kowalski skowalski@laredo.k-12.tx.us Stan was a teacher and coach here at WCS in 1992-93. He is currently living in Laredo, Texas, where he is teaching Health, Phys Ed., and athletics at a middle school of about 1400 students. He is also coaching high school football and baseball. Stan remarks: "Karie was looking at the new pictures from this year's Yearbook and started seeing pictures of the kids that were babies when we were there! Ty and Brent Gibson were easy to figure out ... they look just like Cindy. Even Emily ... Karie figured out the grade in no time. She asked that I send you what has happened with our kids and asked if you could pass them on to all who made us feel welcome our two years in Worsley. Tori's a freshman and plays volleyball, basketball (of course) and track. Teague's in sixth grade and plays baseball, basketball, and just started hockey. Blayze, who no-one up there knows, is the baby at seven and is in second grade, and he's the big hockey player in the family. Take care, Stan Kowalski." Kandice Lubeck sylvir@angelfire.com Candice is a former student from 1990, who now attends STM school in Fairview, Alberta. She writes: "My best memory of Worsley School is playing 'tag' on the playground in grade 1. Hello everyone who knows me!!! I don't have much else to say, other than although I moved when I was only in grade 2, I still miss everyone (I know)!!!!!" Kenda Lubeck Kenda is a former student from 1991. She now lives in Grande Prairie and work for UFA Cooperative Ltd. as a Member Relations Representative. She tells us: I have two whippet dogs and three horses. I ride as much as I can in my spare time and compete in dressage and eventing. One of my favourite memories of Worsley School was riding my horse to school. Heather (Sargeant) Morrow n.hmorrow@sasktel.net Heather is a former student from 1993, who now lives in Kelvington, Saskatchewan. She tells us: Hello WCS, I am a former student who graduated in '93 from WCS. I am Heather Morrow now but most of you will have known me as Heather Sargeant. I am married to a grain farmer and live at Kelvington Saskatchewan. We have two children ages 6 and 4. I love being a mom, and on the side I am a substitute bus driver and educational assistant. If any one wants to e-mail feel free to do so at the address above. I am hoping to get a blog together soon and will let you know the addy for that. Take care and hi to all that used to know me! " Tyler Montpellier tux@beer.com Tyler graduated from Worsley School in 1996; he let us know what he's been doing recently: "I graduated from NAIT and received my diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology in April 2001. I am currently living in Edmonton and working for a company called Intra Tech Power Systems Inc. I design underground electrical distribution systems for new subdivisions. My favorite memory of Worsley School would have to be the '95-96 basketball season. Just writing to say hi to everone, and to wish everyone good luck in the school year". Eric David Mueller ericmueller12@hotmail.com Eric graduated from Worsley School in 1995. He now lives in Calgary, where he makes a living driving semi trucks. Eric writes: "My best memory of WCS is Graduation; I'd just like to say hello, and to let everyone know I'm doing fine." Kristina Mroch trixy_gal@hotmail.com Kristina last attended WCS in 1999. She now lives in Vernon, B.C., where she is finishing up her last 2 years of school and attending kickboxing classes. Kristina writes: "My favourite memories of WCS are watching the pep rallies, and basketball and volleyball games. Hey guys, I miss ya lots!" Darcy Olson olsonunlimited@hotmail.com Darcy graduated in 1996. He's currently living in Red Deer. Darcy writes: "I'm Lead Hand for Glover International's fleet shop in Red Deer, a Journeyman Heavy Equipment Tech. I'm getting married in 2003. It's been awhile since I've seen anyone from around Worsley. I'll have to get in touch to get more information about the whereabouts of the Grad Class of 1996. My favourite memory from WCS is basketball Zones in '96. Anyone from school looking to get a hold of me, please feel free.." Abby Peters Abby was last a student at WCS in 1995. She is currently still in school at Beaverlodge Regional H.S. She writes: "My favourite memory is how much fun Worsley people are!!! I miss you all very much; I'll have to come back and visit sometime!" Erin Peters Erin was last a student at WCS in 1995. She writes: "I am taking Early Childhood Development at Lakeland College in Vermillion, and having a great time away from my little sister. My favorite memory of Worsley was the people ... and the 2001 Grad, because that brought back a lot of old memories. Hi everyone ... I hope you guys are having a great time, whatever you're doing, and I hope I get to see you again soon. Just thought I would drop in to your website and see how things are doing. I hope everyone had a great winter and hope the summer is even better! Luv, Erin" Mark & Audra Rainka ljwent@mb.sympatico.ca Mark and Audra are former teachers at Worsley (~1995). Currently, Mark is Principal at the Riverbend Hutterite Colony School in Neepawa, Manitoba. They would like to say 'Hi' to everyone, and would welcome e-mail letters. They miss Worsley, but are happy to be near family. Mark and Audra do plan a visit here in the next few years. Mark's best memory of Worsley is 'kicking Kurtis Ruecker's butt in badminton (several times)!' Jeanie Ross yellowbed@hotmail.com Jeanie was last a student at WCS in 1997; at present she's in college at Camrose, studying towards a Bachelor of Arts with a major in psychology; she leaves for an exchange visit to Cuba in January! Jeanie tells us that the most fun she ever had at WCS was the time she beat up Curtis Clay in Social 30 class. She writes: "Hey guys...how's it going? Just flipping through the awesome home page and decided to write a message. Everything is cool with me and I hope everyone is enjoying the winter weather ... please, someone from my class ... write to me...I MISS YOU GUYS!!!" Delainah (Walker) Velichka whisper1@telus.net Delainah graduated in 1999. She tells us, "I am currently working at Worsley Central School and Hines Creek Composite School as an Educational Assistant. I am also married to Brandon, and we have 3 wonderful boys. My favorite memory of school was our trip to Yellowknife when Tina and I were in grade nine, and we got to play with the senior high team. We had to travel on this tiny bus with senior boys and senior girls on it. The bus was so cramped that Cindy Gibson had to spend most of her time sleeping on the luggage in the back of the bus! This was the first trip we ever took to Yellowknife. There were more trips to follow, but none as interesting as this one!! We had a very awsome coach at the time, Ginger Patton; she made the trip memorable for all of us. Another favorite memory for me is all the fun times my best friend Paul and I shared. My message? Hi everyone! I look forward to hearing from you. Send me an email and let me know how you are doing. TTUL Delainah." Angie Wayland Valleygirl@cablerocket.com Angie was last a student here in 1997, and is currently a Surgical Processor at the Queen Elizabeth II Hospital in Grande Prairie. She tells us, "My favorite memories were basketball, my friends, and the teachers that wouldn't give up on me. ( Mr.Willis, Mrs.Shilka and Ms. Ross). Hello Class of 1997, I miss every one of you guys! We were the BEST!!!!!!!.. I hope everyone is doing fine. E-mail me and tell me what you've been up to." Terry Whiteford pk1872001@bolt.com Terry was last a student here in 1998-99. She currently lives in Edmonton. She tells us: ' I'm living on my own and going to school (grade 10), and having fun in the big city. My favourite memory of WCS is playing Jr. Girls Volleyball, and hanging out with my friends. I see in the Yearbook that you guys are getting bigger; I miss a lot of you . Edmonton is nowhere near as good as Worsley is. Anyways, I just wanted to say hi. Please let me know how everyone is doing. Bye, and have a great year! Terry' 1980's Scott Allen scottsr@telus.net Scott graduated in 1989. He is currently living in Spirit River, where he manages Gregg Distributors, a parts warehouse. Scott writes "I best remember causing all sorts of trouble and getting it blamed on Kevin Shilka. I'd just like to say hi to all my old friends, and I'm wondering who is coming to Worsley's 50th in the summer of 2005". Kelly Bass kelly@capancork.com Kelly was last a student here in 1982. He is currently living in Edmonton, where he manages a homebrew Wine & Beer making shop. He is married to Darlene and has a 17.5 year old daughter Sonja and a 5.5 year old son Stephen. Kelly writes "I best remember growing up in such a beautiful part of the world . You do not realize what you have until you have moved away !!! It is so nice to grow up in a small community where " everybody knows your name." Wendy Wildman (Beck) towaw@telusplanet.net Wendy is a former student (class of 1983), whose best memories of life at WCS include partying, and hanging around with her friends. She is currently living in Sangudo, Alberta, where she works in the County office, and lives on a farm with her husband and five kids. Wendy sends this message: 'Hello to everyone in Worsley, and good luck in the future... have an awesome year!' Rod & Jan Bennett The Bennetts were on staff at WCS last in 1985; Rod taught Social Studies here for several years. The Bennetts live in Collingwood, Ontario; Rod is the Head of Canadian & World Studies at Collingwood Collegiate, and Jan is teaching Grade 2 at Mountainview P.S. Rod writes: 'Our daughter Joanna, who was born in Fairview, is going into her third year at UBC, and our daughter Ella is at U of Guelph studying history & politics. We have too many memories of WCS to mention. We had the greatest time in Northern AB in the early 80's. It was a great community, with great teachers and friends. We're looking at trying to organize to get to the 2005 reunion/community celebration'. Brent Bibby brent.bibby@investorsgroup.com Brent was a student here last in 1987, and is currently living in Grande Prairie, working as a financial planner with Investors Group. He writes: 'Great web page! Hi, Mr. Willis - hope all is well with you.' Martin Blakesley mblakesley@gulfislands.com Martin was our school Principal in 1987, and is currently Principal of a school on Pender, an island near the southern tip of Vancouver Island. Martin writes: "My favourite memory of Worsley is the great people!! I recently had a visit from Rod and Janet Bennett; I've visited your website, which is the very best I've ever seen!! Have a great year, everyone!! Garry G. Brettle garrygb@telus.net Garry Brettle was a student here at Worsley. He graduated in 1984. He is presently living in Leduc, Alberta, and is the owner of a 'small, but self-sustaining computer company'. Garry writes: 'My favourite memory of Worsley School has to be when Irvine fell into the sump in the janitor's room!' 'I'd like to pass this thought on to students now at WCS: don't let anyone tell you that you are inferior, or that you can't do something ... you can do anything you set your mind to! I'm proof of that!' Barb Broome brenmatt@telusplanet.net Barb, who currently resides in Swan Hills, Alberta, is a former student, who left us in 1980. She writes: "My favorite memories of school are sports, friends and the friendly community [of Worsley]. I graduated in Edson in 1986, but my brother Tom and sister Shari both graduated in Worsley in the years to follow." Barb Shari Wright (Broome) davidwright@sprint.ca Shari was last a student here in 1989. Now she lives in Calgary, where she is a paralegal, is married and the mother of two. She writes: "My best memory is graduation ... what a great time! Tom told me about the website so I thought I would take a look. Fabulous idea! Now I can get hold of that Barbara Thompson and find out what's new!! Hi to all those grads of the late 80's and early 90's." Shari Thomas Broome thorac@nisa.net Thomas graduated in 1987. He writes: "I'm currently an Aquacultural Tech. Foreman on Duncan Island (largest production salmon farm in North America!), and living in Nanaimo, Vancouver Island. Just did a search on the net and I've discovered your web page for Worsley Wildcats! What a fantastic idea and a remarkable job implementing it! My kids loved the art galleries and the science dept. best. One is now drawing pictures using up all my printer paper and the other trying to blow up the bathroom! Just thought I'd drop a line an say thanks for the site. Keep it up. The school sure seems to have changed a lot; my best memory of WCS (not Math class, unfortunately), was the sense of humor and tolerance by the teachers who put up with us! It looks as though you have done an unbelievable job moving it into the new millenium. Josh W. is your Jr. webmaster? He was just a wee gaffer the last I saw him. Not even in school yet! I know his parents well. Good job Josh! Gotta go check for grey hairs. LOL. Hi to GRAD 87!" Thomas Broome Jackie Block (Clair) clairs@peacenet.com Jackie was a student at WCS, and graduated in 1987. Currently she is on the substitute teacher list for the Peace River School Division, and occasionally teaches at Worsley. She also runs a gravel and water hauling business for her mother. Jackie remembers her 'old' teachers (no offense intended, Mrs Shilka) and some of the students. She writes: ' I love what the staff and students of recent years have done to revamp our school --the new renovations and updates look great, and go a long way to increasing morale. I'm also very proud of Worsley's website, and national acclaim. Who says you need to be big to be good? Have a great year, everyone!' Gordon Dryden gord_2003@hotmail.com Gordon was last a student here in 1989. He writes: "I am currently working in Peace River, as a supervisor for Osmond Tree Services. I remember Mr. Cherry chasing us down the hallway! I'd just like to say 'Hi'." Evanna MacCoubrey (Hagen) jmaccoubrey@cablerocket.com Evanna was a student at WCS, and graduated in 1987. Currently she lives in Sexsmith. Evanna writes: 'I am currently a fulltime stay-at-home-mom with 4 children. I was told about the website by my younger brothers. Very nice. It's great to see what you are all doing. Special greetings to those of the Class of 87.' Darcy Hudak hooty@telusplanet.net Darcy was a student at WCS, and graduated in 1987. Currently he works at Costco Wholesale in Grande Prairie, where he lives with his wife Shari and their two girls Breann and Ashtin. Darcy writes: 'Some of my best memories of WCS are Grad, of course, as well as Air band, and almost any one of Mr. Cherry's classes. For those students that are still in Worsley and can't wait to get out... it's not where you are, it's what you do there!. This web site is proof of that. GREAT JOB!' Roger Humbke rogerinportugal@gmail.com Roger Humbke was Principal of WCS in 1989-90. Recently he has lived in The Peoples' Republic of China. He writes: "My oldest daughter found the 1989-90 staff picture in your 'Vault'. It was wonderful to see what you have been doing in Worsley. I fully know what effort you or someone must have put in to create and especially maintain such a website." Roger sent us more information about his life in China, and some pictures; you can see what he sent by visiting the China section of our Visitors Centre. Currently (2007) Roger is in Portugal. He writes: "I am in Portugal training steamfitters for employment at Fort McMurray. Portugal is a wonderful country with great people and fabulous food. I strongly recommend it to anyone who enjoys traveling". Deanna Matthews dmatthe@telusplanet.net Deanna Matthews was a teacher at WCS in 1984-5. She writes: "Hi there. I am currently on a teacher exchange in Australia and was looking for some math resources when I came upon your website – great job. It's a small world. Then I looked at the online newsletter and was happy to see Jane as the principal! Anyway, just thought I would drop a line to say hello." Danny Nykolyshyn danshyn@hotmail.com Danny was last a student at WCS in 1989, when he graduated. He writes: 'Just thought I would leave my email address so old friends can drop me a note if they want to.' Craig Raspberry raspberry@cro-munich.com Craig is a former student at Worsley, from the class of '88. After opening and running a successful bookstore/espresso shop on Gabriola Island (one of Canada's Gulf Islands), Craig sold it, travelled the world for a spell, and was living in Munich, Germany. Kerry Rowe maxrowe@telusplanet.net Kerry graduated from WCS in 1980, and is currently raising a family in Hythe, Alberta, and contracting heavy duty mechanic services to D. Pearson Northern. Barbara Solomon (Thompson) canadasoccerbabe@aol.com Barbara graduated from Worsley School in 1989. She was married in 1999, and currently lives in West Caldwell, New Jersey, USA, where she has been teaching grade 7/8 science and math at a private school. In more recent correspondence with us, she tells us that, following the birth of her son Spencer in February 2001, she has stopped working in order to stay at home with him. Barbara says, "My son is wonderful, and David & I are loving being new parents ... and it is great for my parents to finally be grandparents. My best memories are of the great friends and teachers who I have unfortunately lost track of over the years. Winning basketball zones against Hines Creek and going to provincials was also a high point!! I would love to hear from those grads of the late 80's and early 90's, and hear what is new with you." Clinton Wasylciw cwasylciw@grande-prairie.oilfield.slb.com Clinton was a student here at WCS, graduating in 1989. He currently works as an Electronic Technologist for Dowell Schlumberger in Grande Prairie. He writes 'My best memory of WCS is graduating ... how did that happen?? Live life to its fullest while you can. It's a big nasty world out there after school. 1970's Beccy (Bean) Montpellier Beccy was last a student here at WCS in 1972; she currently lives and farms in Eureka River, Alberta. Her favourite memories are Grade 2, Grade 9 Initiation, and Graduation. She sends us this note from just down the hall, where she's taking a computer course; she writes, "Just thought I'd say hello ... this computer lab was my grade 1 classroom in 1960-61, and my grade 7 classroom in 1966-67!" Christine (Bjorklund) Bruyere cbjork@telus.net Christine was last a student here at WCS in 1971; she currently lives in Fairview, Alberta, where she's busy 'writing, bookkeeping, and being a mom'. She writes, "[I remember] taking class field trips (science/nature) out behind the school when there used to still be a lot of trees out there. Also we had good Christmas concerts each year. I would like to see photos/names of all of the teachers there in the sixties and seventies. Thanks." Carol (Shanks) Klein carolklein@realtyexecutives.com Carol is a former student (class of 1978), who now lives in Innisfail, Alberta. She sends this message: "I am a Realtor and I have 3 children. I have lots of good memories from school. Enjoy your school years to the utmost, as I am sure you've heard lots of us 'old folks' refer to them as the good years. They truly are. Everything during the rest of your life will be affected by your teen years and how you remember them and live them". Judy Kucharuk (Stanley) meridian@pris.bc.ca Judy was last a student here in 1978. She writes:'I am married, and living in Dawson Creek. I have two children, and after working for the Forest Service for 6 years, gave it up and currently work for a web site designer, as well as doing our company books. My best memory is playing volleyball and track and field. I must have enjoyed it, because I still do both! I just stumbled across your web page and saw that my sister June had written in it as well. I really like your vault of old pics, ... there are some familiar faces.    Judy Kucharuk (Stanley)    Diana (Montpellier) Turcotte turk5@telusplanet.net Diana was last a student here at WCS in 1978-9; she currently works for the Provincial Government as a Budget Officer in McLennan, Alberta. Christine Paradowski (Shields) tasunshine13@hotmail.com Christine was last a student here at WCS in 1977; she currently works as a housekeeper in Castlegar, BC. She writes: "I am married and have 2 girls, and have 2 grandchildren. My best memory is of Mrs. Bean. I would like any classmates I went to school with to contact me." Shannon Paradowski (Kienas) unreachable_2005@hotmail.com Shannon was last a student here at WCS in 1976/7; she currently works at a retirement home for seniors in Castlegar, BC. She writes: "I am raising my 16 year old daughter and working; I would like to hear from some of my old friends, and who's going to the Worsley Homecoming this summer (2005)" June Stanley junestanley@hotmail.com June was a student here at Worsley around 1978-79. She is now working in Regina, Saskatchewan, at a trade show display company, and doing some freelance graphic art & editing June says:'Hi all! It has been a long time since I was there, but it doesn't mean that I have forgotten you. Worsley is a great place to be from.' June remembers Irene Bass as being 'the best teacher ever!' Kenny Wasylciw wasylcij@prsd.ab.ca Kenny was a student at WCS in 1976; he enjoys farming here in Worsley. His most favourite memory is of the trip his class took to Europe; he also recalls enjoying sports while he was in school. Kenny would like to pass on this thought:'Enjoy school ... a six hour day ends too soon!' 1960's Blanche Basnett crystal_basnett@yahoo.ca Blanche was a student here in 1968. She now lives in St. Albert. She tells us: "I [spend my time] doing psychic readings and enjoying my sons. My best memory? I enjoyed the Oueen of Hearts 1966 when I was the Queen; I remember the young Lee Wright who helped put me there by selling lots of tickets. I loved the dances and basketball games against Hines Creek High. I remember being the skip on a school curling team; Evelyn Stephenson helped me and we won. I remember the long bus ride, and all my friends. I remember all the teachers ... Mrs.Maxwell teaching us music, etc and I remember who was with who! Please email me ." Mary (Starnes) Beaucage beaucano@telusplanet.net Mary was a student here in 1968. She now works as an accountant at Alberta Pacific Forest Industries in Athabasca, Alberta. She tells us: "My favourite memory is of watching the two Danny's (if they see this, they'll know who they are) 'goof off' in class, playing hockey with rulers and erasers. They thought the teachers never saw them, but I'm sure they did. Those were fun and carefree days!! Hi to everybody, especially former classmates. I'd love to hear from anyone who wishes to e-mail me." Vivian Brown donviv84@telusplanet.net Mary was a student here in 1968. She now works for the M.D. of Fairview. She tells us: "I tried being retired but it was too boring so I am now working for the M.D. of Fairview. My favourite memory? Everything!!!! I loved my High School years. Still hoping someone can help me find pictures of the 1968 High School Graduation!" Erna Luger eluger@telusplanet.net Erna is currently instructing at the Peace River Campus of Fairview College. She last taught at Worsley School in 1968. She tells us: "I taught in the high school grades, and I particularly remember the great basketball team we had, and the exciting basketball games. The current students at Worsley School are very likely the sons or daughters of the students I taught. Greetings to all the students. Say hello to your moms and dads for me." Lynn Lund hachew@telusplanet.net Lynn was a student at Worsley School in 1965. She currently lives in Calgary, 'doing as little as possible for the Provincial government'. Her favourite memory of WCS is sports. She says "I just dropped by [your site] to say 'Hello', and to wish everyone a Merry Christmas!" Mary Scott (Williams) meeling3@hotmail.com Mary was a student at Worsley School in 1968. She currently lives in Edmonton. She writes "I am a mother of two boys 15 and 20. I am an accountant and computer technician, but I have given that up to go back to college, to take the Rehabilitation Practitioner course. My favourite memories of Worsley: Since we are Jamaicans and did not know about the cold weather, it was a challenge to get around in the winter. But I remember a lot of friendly people at the school, and my teacher Mrs. Nelson, who herself was from England if my memory serves me right. My father taught at the school for a while; his name is Wessel Williams. We came to Worsley after my father left his teaching position in Ponoka. He is still very much alive and well at the age of 90. I remember the Guy's, Mrs Maxwell, and the Teagardens. Many of these folks have probably passed on, or moved away. It is nice to see a web site for the school; I am doing some research for a project, and to my surprise this site came up on my site ... this is just great." 1950's Anne Thompson (nee Tonnesen) redshadow@37.com Anne was last a student at Worsley School in 1954. She is still living in Worsley. She writes to tell us that "Worsley is planning a reunion on July 29-31, in 2005. We are looking for former residents of Worsley. To receive your invitation, please send your address to redshadow@37.com" Don't miss our archive of old school photos ... 'The Vault' Back | Worsley School OnLine