Parkland School Division Superintendent Mark Francis is pleased to announce the appointment of Blye Smith as Acting Assistant Principal at High Park School effective November 16, 2026. Mrs. Smith steps into this leadership role following the departure of Tracy Onuczko, who is moving on to pursue career opportunities abroad in New Zealand.
"We are excited to see Blye take this next step in her leadership journey within Parkland School Division," stated Superintendent Mark Francis.
"Her deep roots at High Park School, combined with her commitment to student engagement and community building, make her a fantastic fit for this role. We wish Tracy Onuczko all the best in her exciting new adventure in New Zealand, and we are confident that Blye will provide seamless continuity and strong support for High Park's students, staff, and families."
Blye Smith, Acting Assistant Principal
High Park School (K-9)
Blye Smith brings over a decade of educational experience to the administrative team at High Park School, where she has been a dedicated staff member since 2017. Her career in education began in pre-service roles, including student teaching Grade 8 Physical Education, Social Studies, and Health at Stony Plain Central School, as well as Secondary Physical Education, Sports Medicine, and Sport Performance at Jasper Place High School in Edmonton.
Blye officially joined Parkland School Division in 2015 as a substitute teacher. She joined High Park School in 2017 as a Grade 6 generalist teacher and has since taught across multiple middle-years grades, currently serving as a Grade 9 teacher. Throughout her time in education, Mrs. Smith has demonstrated a strong passion for fostering student growth, building positive relationships, and facilitating engaging learning environments.
Mrs. Smith holds both a Bachelor of Physical Education and a Bachelor of Secondary Education (majoring in Physical Education with a minor in Biological Sciences) from the University of Alberta (2015).
"Stepping into the Acting Assistant Principal role at High Park School is an exciting opportunity, and I feel incredibly fortunate to continue serving a school community that means so much to me. I look forward to working alongside our dedicated staff, students, and families in this new capacity as we continue building on the strong relationships and collaborative work that support our students' growth, success, and well-being. I am grateful for the opportunity to grow as a leader while continuing to contribute to the school community I have been proud to be a part of for many years."
