Fund Type: Scholarships & Bursaries
This award is established in memory of Andrew and Joan Peasgood who were long-time teachers at McBride Secondary and McBride Elementary. Andy and Joan met in Prince George after immigrating from the UK to teach in 1965. They met at one of the many new teachers' social events and married in 1967. In 1972 they moved to McBride where Andy taught high school and eventually became vice principal and Joan taught at the elementary school. It was not uncommon for a student to have had them both be their teacher during their school years. Both Andy and Joan were active volunteers in the community with the schools, local hospital and library all benefiting from their dedicated service. They had three children who remember fondly the community that they were raised in. Joan passed in 1995 and Andy passed in 2021.
Although gone, their love and commitment to education, family and community will never be forgotten. Andy is remembered for his keen interest in trades training, community service and wonderful sense of humour. Joan is remembered for her kind heart, commitment to family and gentle support for struggling students. This award is available annually to a Grade 12 student at McBride Secondary who intends to pursue post-secondary training in the
vocational, technical, or trades related areas.
