October 2009
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Construction of four new high schools cost-effective, efficient The Alberta government has signed an agreement with Clark Builders to design and build four new high schools in four Alberta communities.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Forum participants see education as key to future successApproximately 1,000 Albertans wrapped up the Inspiring Education fall forum with a commitment to preparing now for students of the future and a renewed vision for education to support a diversified knowledge economy in 2029.
Monday, October 19, 2009
Inspiring Education Fall Forum demonstrates commitment to working togetherApproximately 1,000 Albertans will continue to help shape the future of education in the province through the Inspiring Education Fall Forum, October 18-20, in Edmonton. The forum, featuring renowned keynote speakers and roundtable discussions, is the next step after the community conversations sessions held across the province last spring.
Friday, October 16, 2009
Alberta students benefit from WorldSkills equipment Thousands of Alberta trades and technology students will benefit from state-of-the-art equipment purchased by the Alberta government for WorldSkills Calgary 2009.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Province collaborates with First Nations, Métis and Inuit in creating Education Partnership Council Alberta’s First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) leaders are collaborating with the Government of Alberta to establish a First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education Partnership Council to guide the future direction of FNMI education in Alberta.
Thursday, October 01, 2009
Alberta’s education system reports high achievement and significant improvementAlberta’s education system is performing well, according to a new provincial accountability report that shows significant improvement in satisfaction with the overall quality of education, improved student achievement and more students moving on to post-secondary education.

