CBE Connections
CBE Connections
Spring Updates: New Schools, Labour Action, Scholarships & Program Deadlines
Spring Updates: New Schools, Labour Action, Scholarships & Program Deadlines
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Board Of Trustees
Two New Schools Announced for CBE in NE Calgary
The provincial government has announced full funding for a new high school in Cornerstone and a new K-4 elementary school in Redstone with next steps being contractor selection and project design. There are 11,000 CBE students waiting for new schools so they can attend school closer to home. The announcement is great news for more than 3,000 students and their families. We look forward to the start of construction, and to the announcement of additional new schools in March as part of the annual capital process.
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Keep Up to Date on Labour Action News
During CUPE Local 40 strike action, all CBE schools and buildings remain open and classes are continuing. Visit the Labour Action page for updates, including picket locations.
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March Parent/Teacher Conferences
Due to current labour action, March parent/teacher conferences will be held
Online Only
Please contact your school for more details.
Student Awards & Scholarship Applications
Join EducationMatters' Grants and Student Awards Officer, Kathryn Schilman, for an online information session aimed at helping students navigate the EducationMatters Student Awards Application Portal. There are several sessions coming up on March 4, 6, 10, 12, 18 and 20.
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Dates of Significance
The CBE is committed to building a culture of appreciation and inclusion. This means students and staff feel valued, respected and celebrated. Check the online calendar for important recognition and celebration days within the CBE community.
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Explore Career Opportunities & Hands-On Learning
High school students have numerous opportunities to earn credits toward graduation while engaging in post-secondary education or hands-on skills training. This enables them to gain valuable experience and enhance their learning during high school. Applications open in March for summer and fall 2025 opportunities.
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Making a Difference: Celebrating Substitute Teachers!
Without substitute teachers, life would have no class. From March 10-14, we’re taking a moment to shine a spotlight on the incredible individuals who step into CBE classrooms to keep the learning going: substitute teachers!
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Alberta Education Assurance Survey Open Online Until March 21
Families will receive a unique code to access the survey through email. If you have children in the grades being surveyed (Grades 4, 7 and 10) you will receive a separate code for each child. Once you have your access code, simply visit the AEAS page to confidentially complete the online survey.
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Students Lead the Way at CBE Well-Being Symposium
Student voice took centre stage when nearly 800 participants gathered to work collaboratively to create a better sense of belonging and culture of well-being in their schools at the first annual Middle School Student Well-Being Symposium.
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School Councils
Community of School Councils (COSC)
Save the Date
Next COSC meeting:
April 23, 2025
Watch for an email reminder closer to the date.
Have School Council Questions?
We've Got You!
Whether it's your first or tenth time on school council, we have numerous resources and templates to help you successfully navigate your school council. Schools rely on input from parents and families, so we encourage you to get involved and learn more today!
School Council Resources
ASCA Calendar Of Events
The ASCA website offers a calendar of events including a variety of participation opportunities for school council members and/or parents. These include:
- Workshops for school councils
- Online sessions for parents regarding various health and educational issues
- Event information for “special dates”
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CBE Connections is emailed every month to families to connect them more closely with what’s happening across our system.
