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Many changes await Calgary public students on 1st day of schoolThousands of Calgary Board of Education students have returned to school. The discussion in many homes is likely around changes like a ban on cellphones and to the curriculum. Michael King has more from parents.Global News Hour at 6 CalgaryAug 29
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Calgary non-profits need back-to-school supportBack to school expenses are becoming pricier than ever. A recent survey found 25 per cent of Calgarians are struggling to make ends meet, and local resources are running out of supplies to support these families in need. Jordan Prentice reports.Global News Hour at 6 CalgaryAug 20
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Construction begins on new playground at Haultain Memorial SchoolStudents at a southeast Calgary school returning to classes this fall will find a new playground design approved by the students themselves. Craig Momney reports.Global News Hour at 6 CalgaryAug 13
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Getting back to the school routineThe first bell of the school year has rung, which means it’s time to get back to that school routine. Calgary Counselling Centre CEO Dr. Robbie Babins-Wagner joins Global News Morning Calgary to talk about the back-to-school transition and prioritizing self-care for parents and kids.Global News Morning CalgarySep 4
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Alberta collegiate programs encourage career educationCalgary high school students will have an expanded list of electives to choose from this year, as the provincial government has announced three new collegiate programs are being launching in Calgary to encourage career paths in areas such as science, aviation, technology, engineering, agriculture, business, information communications and the trades. Meghan Cobb has more.Global News Hour at 6 CalgarySep 3
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Bus driver situation heading into new school yearIt won’t be long until students are back in school – and a critical part in getting those kids into the classroom are school buses. Southland Transportation president Les Cross joins Global News Morning Calgary to talk about the current driver situation as we head into the school year.Global News Morning CalgaryAug 27
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How will Alberta’s cellphone ban impact Calgary students?With a provincial cellphone ban announced last June, students will have to put away their devices as they return to school this fall. While high school students in both Calgary public and catholic schools can use devices outside of class hours, they’re restricted all day for elementary students. Sarah Offin has more on how the...Global News Hour at 6 CalgaryAug 27
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Global News Hour at 6 Calgary: Aug. 29, 2024It’s back to school for kids with the Calgary Board of Education, what do parents think of the many changes in classrooms? The Stoney Nakoda First Nation officially changes the name of Morley to its traditional Mini Thni. A university student launches a unique podcast after pursuing her dream in broadcasting.Global News Hour at 6 CalgaryAug 29
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CBE prepares for cellphone restrictions in classroomsWhen the first bell of the school year rings, Alberta students won’t be allowed to use their cellphones in the classroom. However, the provincial government says school divisions have until Jan. 1 to set policies. CBE policy co-ordinator Mark Bylsma joins Global News Morning Calgary to talk about the CBE’s plans.Global News Morning CalgaryAug 22
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Calgary builders launch trade education programThe Calgary Construction Association spent Tuesday building 850 education kits for elementary school classrooms as they look to introduce the trades to younger students in grades 1 through 6.Global News Hour at 6 CalgaryAug 21
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Ask the Expert: Back to school budgetingStacy Yanchuk Oleksy from Money Mentors joins Global News Morning Calgary with some advice on how to keep track of your spending ahead of the new school year.Global News Morning CalgaryAug 19
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Global National: Sept. 4The next Canadian federal election could come sooner than expected, after NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh said he “ripped up” the supply-and-confidence agreement with the Liberals, which kept Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s minority government in power. How Singh is justifying his decision, and how it puts more pressure on Trudeau. The Bank of Canada has slashed...Global NationalSep 4
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Managing post-vacation bluesIt can be tough to return to your daily routine after a lengthy vacation. Dr. Robbie Babins-Wagner with the Calgary Counselling Centre joins Global News Morning Calgary to discuss dealing with post-vacation blues, whether it’s a break from work or getting back to the school routine.Global News Morning CalgaryAug 7
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Police investigating after car crashes into school playground, catches fire in CalgaryCalgary police are investigating after a car crashed into an elementary school playground and caught fire. Michael King reports.Global News at Noon CalgaryJun 14
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Woman returns to Canada asking for help for hostagesAn Israeli Canadian woman who went to high school in Calgary is back in Alberta hoping to raise awareness about her loved one she says has been held captive by Hamas for nine months. Global’s Jayme Doll reports.Global News Hour at 6 CalgaryJul 11
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Calgary father fights parking ticket issued at schoolA Calgary father is fighting a parking ticket he was given while stopped at his kids’ school to drop them off. As Tomasia DaSilva reports, it happened on street-sweeping day.Global News Hour at 6 CalgaryMay 28
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Global News Hour at 6 Calgary: May 29One person is dead after a glider crashed near Diamond Valley. A Calgary school is mourning after a student was struck and killed by a freight train. A vigil is held for a man killed one year ago during a lengthy pursuit with Calgary police.Global News Hour at 6 CalgaryMay 29
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Calgary Catholic School Board faces difficult decisions over financesThe Calgary Catholic School Board is calling out the province over funding it says falls substantially short of meeting the needs of its students. Ina Sidhu reports.Global News Hour at 6 CalgaryMay 24
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Calgary school principal charged with possessing, accessing child pornographyA principal at a Calgary Catholic elementary school has been charged with possessing and accessing child pornography. Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports.Global News Hour at 6 CalgaryApr 29
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Federal government in Calgary to push for national school food programThe federal government joined Brown Bagging for Calgary’s Kids to promote its new billion-dollar national school food program. Doug Vaessen reports.Global News Hour at 6 CalgaryMay 17