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
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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
Calgary Board of Education speaks after 9-year-old Syrian girl dies by suicide
The CBE’s chief superintendent said repeatedly on Monday that he couldn’t speak to specifics about Amal Alshteiwi’s death to protect the family’s privacy. Continue reading
Syrian family in Calgary mourning loss of 9-year-old daughter who died by suicide
A Syrian refugee family’s hopes for a better life in Canada were shattered after the death of a nine-year-old girl who died by suicide. Continue reading
The risks and rewards of imposing a cellphone ban in Alberta classrooms
By Tracy Nagai Reporter and Co-anchor
Ontario’s new ban on cellphones in classrooms is igniting a debate about the issue in Alberta. Continue reading
Calgary weather: Tuesday school closures and bus cancellations
Several schools in Calgary and the surrounding area will be closed on Tuesday due to cold weather concerns. Continue reading
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Calgary school taking precautions after student confirmed to have typhoid fever
Alberta Health Services isn’t aware of any further transmission of the case or any other cases in the province. Continue reading
Calgary school board defends controversial Indigenous student art piece
In a post on social media, Bob Edwards Junior High School student Jay Crann said she was shocked to see a piece of art that read, “Kill the Indian inside of you,” in the school’s library. Continue reading
Crowded classrooms a growing concern for Calgary school boards
By Jill Croteau Reporter
The latest student enrollment numbers show a steady incline with the pressures only predicted to increase. Continue reading