BLSD names new Shevchenko principal

Shevchenko School will have a new principal beginning next school year.

Border Land School Division said in a news release that Leanna Doig will take over the position.

An educator since 2006, Doig has taught in both middle and senior years a variety of subjects.

She has been the principal of Emerson School since September 2023 and has previously worked in Altona, Washington and Nebraska.

“Leanna believes the foundation for all leadership resides in relationships,” the news release stated. “She is passionate about community building, and she looks forward to continuing to grow the relationships between the school and the broader community.”

The news release adds that Doig looks forward to engaging with high school students and learning from their teachers as well as supporting staff and students in teaching, learning and focusing on their mental health.