‘37 is too many’: Calgary mother angered over child’s classroom size
It is unclear how many oversized classrooms there are in Calgary this school year – the CBE said it does not have data on class sizes available this school year. Continue reading
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New Alberta school fee rules go into effect Sept. 1; critics fear parents will end up paying more
By Carolyn Kury de Castillo Reporter
New regulations go into effect on Sept. 1 that could end up affecting how much parents will pay for school fees in Alberta. Continue reading
COMMENTARY: Simple cuts not enough for Alberta’s complex education problem
By Joe McFarland Radio Host
School’s out for students but work is underway by the Alberta government to find savings in the education system. Continue reading
Parents in north Calgary get first look at design plans for new high school
Plans for the so-called North Calgary High School have been years in the making but parents are still worried about funding. Continue reading
Calgary public school board approves 2019-20 budget
By Aurelio Perri Radio reporter
The Calgary public school board unanimously approved its budget for the 2019-20 school year, however the lack of a provincial budget is creating uncertainty. Continue reading
Calgary Board of Education budget calls for increased class sizes and layoffs
By Carolyn Kury de Castillo Reporter
The Calgary Board of Education presented its 2019-20 budget to trustees on Tuesday and it includes bigger class sizes, layoffs and reduced services. Continue reading
Calgary schools preparing for expected increase in students, possible teacher loss this fall
The Calgary Board of Education said it’s expecting to receive the same amount of money as last year and is making decisions based on those figures. Continue reading
Classes to resume at northwest Calgary school following fire
A fire that sparked on Tuesday evening has caused the closure of a northwest Calgary school. Continue reading
Student-led walkout across Alberta Friday opposing government’s GSA rules
A student-led initiative saw young people across Alberta walk out of schools Friday morning, showing opposition to the new UCP government’s stance on gay-straight alliances. Continue reading
Calgary Catholic School District freezing hiring until provincial budget is tabled
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
Alberta’s changing political landscape is creating some uncertainty for Alberta school boards, with officials saying classrooms could be impacted. Continue reading