Kevin C. Garinger

Celebrating our first Partnership Competition Powwow in Humboldt. Exciting times for our students across Horizon and our communities. @horizonsd205

How does this get missed at the highest level?

I am heartbroken after learning of the tragic accident that claimed the lives of Caden, JJ, and Cameron. My thoughts and prayers join those from around the hockey world as families, billet families, friends, and the entire Mustangs organization try to find strength and courage through their unimaginable grief. 💚💛

#NFLOnNetflix watching from Humboldt, SK. Many Canadians love the @NFL.

Good morning, @horizonsd205! Today marks one of the most exciting days of the year for me, our Board, and I know all of you. It is the return of our entire Horizon family to schools across our Division. The first day back is always filled with energy, anticipation, and hope. For me, it is a reminder of the incredible privilege we share in being part of something larger than ourselves: the learning and growth of our children. This year, as every year, I want to highlight the importance of teamwork and collaboration. No single person can carry the full responsibility of education alone. Our strength lies in our ability to work together as teachers, support staff, SCCs, bus drivers, administrators, and students, lifting one another and ensuring that every child feels supported and cared for. Only togethercan we create a culture of belonging in this collective spirit in which our children truly thrive. I was reminded of a story about a teacher who once noticed a young child struggling quietly in her classroom. While the academics were important, the teacher’s first instinct was to reach out with kindness—to listen, to support, to show the child that they mattered. That moment of compassion became the turning point in the child’s life, igniting confidence and opening the door to success. This story could be one of any classroom across Horizon, but the lesson is clear: children may not always remember the classes we teach, but they will never forget how we made them feel. Every smile, every word of encouragement, every act of care can change a life. As renowned educator Rita Pierson once said, “Kids don’t learn from people they don’t like.” At its heart, her message is a call to each of us to build relationships rooted in kindness, respect, and genuine care. When students know we believe in them and value them, they flourish. As we begin this school year, let us all commit to being that caring presence in the lives of our students and in the lives of one another. Together, through teamwork, collaboration, and compassion, we will make this year one of growth, joy, and endless possibilities. Welcome back, Horizon! Let’s make it the best year yet!

Thank you to Public Schools of Saskatchewan (@PublicSchoolsSK) Executive Director Dr Norm Dray for his outstanding commitment to Public Education in our province. Your advocacy was exceptional and you will be greatly missed. All the best in retirement, Norm.

Thank you to Sandra Hessdorfer, Ag Officer in ⁦@horizonsd205⁩ for her work in helping to organize our Student Ag Day!

Agriculture - One of the most important industries in our world. Looking forward to Student Agriculture Day in ⁦@horizonsd205⁩.

To my family and friends and those I don’t know from Flin Flon, Creighton, and area who are being evacuated today. I am thinking and praying for each of you as you leave your homes to find safety from the fires in the north. 🙏🏻

What a great way to spend the early morning of a birthday…putting smiles on cookies at Tim Hortons with some of my team from @horizonsd205 for the Hospital Foundation in @CityofHumboldt_ So much fun!

I’m running for the health of every kid in Canada, and my goal is to raise $500. The Million Reasons Run is a fundraising event in support of our local children’s hospital foundations. Will you support me with a donation today? millionreasons.run/s/23787/6…

My thoughts and those from across @horizonsd205 are with the children, driver, and families who were impacted by the bus accident near Tisdale. We hope for a speedy recovery for all who were injured. cbc.ca/amp/1.7366989

Loving my new golf devices reflecting my favourite team. Go ⁦@NHLJets⁩ !!

What a fantastic way to teach our children about bus safety in ⁦@horizonsd205⁩. Our drivers are the “Best”!! Thank you Mr. Best!

Like the rest of Canada, I can’t wait to watch you in LA! You’ve made your @HumboldtBroncos teammates, staff, city, province, and country so proud. Paralympian Jacob, who didn’t even plan to qualify for Paris having done the sport for all of 1.5 years, is going to make even bigger waves in 2028!!! 💚💛