May. 26, 2025
From May 12 to 16, 2025, the Calgary Board of Education hosted a distinguished delegation from Germany for a week of learning, exchange and collaboration.
The group included representatives from education ministries and state institutes across 11 German states, along with officials from the Federal Ministry of Education and Research, the Standing Conference of the Ministers of Education, researchers, a journalist, and members of the Wübben Stiftung Wissenschaft (Wübben Foundation for Science).
“It was a pleasure to host our international guests and share the important work happening across our system,” said Jo Pitman, Chief Superintendent, Calgary Board of Education. “When we come together — across schools, cultures and even continents — we show how innovative and inspiring public education can be.
“Close, ongoing relationships like these strengthen our work and open new possibilities for students.”
The visit offered a deep dive into how Calgary’s largest school system uses data-informed strategies to support student success across diverse learning environments.
Delegates toured schools across the city — including Niitsitapi Learning Centre, Mahogany School, Kenneth D. Taylor School, McKenzie Highlands School, Nelson Mandela High School, Robert Thirsk High School and The Lodge at the Education Centre, where they were joined by the CBE’s Indigenous Education Team. They also participated in leadership meetings, presentations on literacy and well-being and sessions focused on inclusion, diversity and outcomes-based assessment. The week concluded with a meeting with Alberta’s Minister of Education, Demetrios Nicolaides.
This visit provided a meaningful opportunity to exchange ideas and showcase the incredible work happening across the CBE.
Danke schön to all the delegates and to all those who participated in hosting these important guests.
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