Alberta government posts proposed curriculum changes online
Education Minister David Eggen says his department has posted the raw proposals for changes to what students in kindergarten to Grade 4 are taught. Continue reading
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Judge dismisses request to put Alberta gay-straight alliance law on hold
More than a dozen faith-based schools, parents and public interest groups wanted an injunction until a ruling on the constitutionality of Bill 10. Continue reading
Edmonton Catholic Schools testing air-cooling system after more hot portable concerns
The Edmonton Catholic School District announced Monday an air-cooling pilot project as more parents voice worries about how hot some portable classrooms can get. Continue reading
CBE trustee seeks UCP nomination in Calgary Bow
By Aurelio Perri Radio reporter
Calgary school trustee Lisa Davis has announced her campaign to seek UCP nomination for Calgary Bow. Continue reading
Alberta education minister insists his government is tackling crowded classrooms
By Kerry McAthey Radio Anchor/Reporter
The Alberta education minister is working towards reducing the number of students per class across the province. Continue reading
‘Climate of secrecy:’ Schools, parents dispute Alberta gay-straight alliance law
In the first court challenge against Alberta’s gay-straight alliance rules, lawyers on both sides argued children will be harmed if the judge’s decision doesn’t go their way. Continue reading
Cree curriculum at heart of new Alberta First Nation education plan
Alberta’s education minister signed a new education framework at Maskwacis Cree Nation on Wednesday morning. Continue reading
‘Ideological sexual clubs:’ Alberta gay straight alliance law faces court challenge
A Court of Queen’s Bench judge in Medicine Hat, Alta., is to hear arguments Wednesday filed on behalf of 25 faith-based schools and others to put the law on hold pending a constitutional challenge. Continue reading
More drops than gains in Alberta high school performance report
By Adam Brilz Radio anchor/reporter
The Fraser Institute released their rankings of the province’s high schools – and the report cards aren’t flattering for some schools. Continue reading
Teaching Edmonton’s queer history: App aims to fill gap in school curriculum
The app’s creator hopes it can be used to compliment Alberta high school curriculum as well as offer a guided walking tour through important locations for Edmonton’s LGBTQ history. Continue reading
