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16 New CBE Schools Requested in the Three-Year School Capital Plan
The plan requests 16 new schools, one school addition, one replacement school and one modernization to meet the needs of Calgary’s growing student population.
Mar. 28, 2025
Calgary Receives Funding for 10 New Schools Amid Rising Enrolment
Schools to Receive Design Funding
Mar. 17, 2025
Celebrate Pink Shirt Day on Feb. 26
Wear pink and stand together in kindness to create school communities where everyone belongs.
Jan. 31, 2025
Message from the Board of Trustees on Education Funding
The Board of Trustees continues to advocate for education funding that keeps pace with escalating student enrolment, rising costs and increasingly complex student needs.
Nov. 14, 2024
Message from the Board of Trustees on “Preserving Choice for Children and Youth” Policy
On February 1, 2024, the government of Alberta announced policy direction on Preserving Choice for Children and Youth. The premier of Alberta has made it clear that this is a priority for the government.
Oct. 30, 2024
CBE Welcomes Government Announcement to Fast-Track New Schools
Premier Danielle Smith and Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides unveil details of the School Construction Accelerator Program at Western Canada High School.
Sep. 19, 2024
Supporting CBE's Growing Student Population and Addressing Enrolment Pressures
On July 23, 2024, the Alberta government announced additional funding to support growing student population and increasing costs. School boards across the province will receive a share of the $125-million increase for operational funding.
Jul. 24, 2024
Trustees Approve 2024-2027 Education Plan & 2024-2025 Budget
The Board of Trustees approved the 2024-27 Education Plan and the 2024-25 budget at its regular public board meeting on May 28, 2024.
May. 29, 2024
Prairie Sky School & North Trail High School Celebrate Official Openings
CBE's Newest Schools Host Exciting Milestone Events for Their Communities
Apr. 30, 2024
CBE Celebrates the Opening of North Trail High School
The Calgary Board of Education’s newest high school, North Trail High School, will celebrate its official opening on Friday, April 26.
Apr. 25, 2024
CBE Board of Trustees’ Response to 2024 Provincial Budget Announcement
Alberta's annual budget was released on Feb. 29, 2024. The provincial budget provides all school boards with preliminary financial information for the next school year.
Mar. 01, 2024
Message from the Board of Trustees on Government Policy Announcement
Our commitment to CBE students.
Feb. 01, 2024
Bullying Awareness Week | Where to Turn for Support
Bullying Awareness Week is a dedicated time to address bullying in all its forms within our schools.
Nov. 20, 2023
Update | Government of Alberta Budget 2023
On Feb. 28, the Government of Alberta announced the 2023 provincial budget.
Mar. 02, 2023
Pink Shirt Day | February 22, 2023
On Wednesday, Feb. 22, you can show your support for welcoming, caring, respectful, safe, and inclusive school communities by wearing a pink shirt.
Feb. 15, 2023
Administration of the 2022-23 Alberta Education Assurance Survey
AEA survey mailed to all parents of students in grades 4, 7 and 10.
Jan. 31, 2023
Have Your Say on Career Education Programming
You’re invited to share input on grades 7-12 education to help the Career Education Task Force determine how to innovate and strengthen career education programming for students and employers.
Nov. 21, 2022
Remembrance Week
The Calgary Board of Education recognizes the sacrifices made by Canadians in armed conflicts
Nov. 07, 2022
Complete Provincial Survey on Teacher Code of Conduct
The Alberta government has launched a public survey regarding a new code of professional conduct for teachers and teacher leaders.
Sep. 20, 2022
CBE Schools Will Remain Open on Monday, Sept. 19
In honour of Her late Majesty, all schools are expected to engage in a moment of silence at a planned time in your school’s schedule.
Sep. 15, 2022
Province Provides New Direction on Public Health Measures in Step 3
On June 15, the Government of Alberta moved to the final step of its three-step approach to lifting public health measures related to COVID-19.
Jun. 15, 2022
Jack James Preschool Received Minister’s Award of Excellence in Child Development
Congratulations to the Jack James Preschool, 2022 recipient of the Minister's Award of Excellence in Child Development.
May. 31, 2022
Nominate a Great Kid Today
Nominations open until March 25
Mar. 09, 2022
Province Announces Funding for New Middle School in Evanston
On March 4, the Government of Alberta announced funding for the design and construction of a new middle school (Grades 5-9) in the community of Evanston.
Mar. 04, 2022
Update for Families | March 3, 2022
The CBE has been reviewing its health measures following the provincial announcement that it has moved to Step 2 of its three-step approach to lifting additional health measures.
Mar. 03, 2022
Alberta Education Survey Mailed to Parents/Legal Guardians of Grades 4, 7 and 10 Students
Each year Alberta Education sends an important survey to all parents and legal guardians of students in Grades 4, 7 and 10.
Mar. 02, 2022
Update for Families | Feb. 28, 2022
Over the weekend, the province announced it would move into Step 2 of its three-step approach to lifting additional public health measures on Tuesday, March 1.
Feb. 28, 2022
Pink Shirt Day | February 23, 2022
On Feb. 23, show your support for welcoming, caring, respectful, safe, and inclusive school communities by wearing a pink shirt.
Feb. 18, 2022
Update for Families | Feb. 11, 2022
Since Premier Kenney’s announcement about the lifting of COVID-19 health measures earlier this week, we have been looking carefully at how things will change in schools.
Feb. 11, 2022
Update for Families | Feb. 7, 2022
While there have been discussions regarding the easing of health restrictions in the community, I want to remind everyone that current health guidelines remain in place in CBE schools until further notice.
Feb. 07, 2022
Update for Families | Jan. 12, 2022
We are so pleased to welcome students back to school, but I know that with increasing cases of Omicron in the community, this can be a stressful time.
Jan. 12, 2022
Update on New Health Measures – Sept. 15
On Sept. 15, 2021, the Government of Alberta declared a state of public health emergency and announced new measures intended to protect the health care system, limit the spread of COVID-19 and increase vaccination rates in Alberta.
Sep. 16, 2021
Notification of Positive Cases of COVID-19 in Schools
Starting on Monday, Sept. 13, schools will begin providing notifications when families self-report an AHS-confirmed case of COVID-19 to their school.
Sep. 10, 2021
2021-22 School Re-entry Information
Many families have questions about the health protocols that will be in place for the start of the school year.
Aug. 18, 2021
Alberta Government Seeks More Perspectives from Parents
Alberta Education is seeking approximately 40 individuals to serve as members of a Parent Advisory Council.
Jul. 19, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccine Information from the Chief Medical Officer of Health
Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Deena Hinshaw is receiving questions from parents and guardians about COVID-19 vaccines.
Jun. 09, 2021
Update for Families | May 5, 2021
The provincial government has announced that starting Friday, May 7, most kindergarten to Grade 12 students will be learning at home.
May. 05, 2021
Update for Families | Apr. 28, 2021
Alberta Education has approved the CBE’s request to have students in Grades 7-12 continue to learn from home for an additional two weeks.
Apr. 28, 2021
Update for Families | Apr. 14, 2021
Starting Monday, April 19 students in Grades 7-12 will transition to at-home learning for at least two weeks.
Apr. 14, 2021
Update for Families | Mar. 25, 2021
During the spring break, Alberta Health Services will continue to work with the CBE to ensure school communities are notified if any students may have been contagious with COVID-19 while in school.
Mar. 23, 2021
Minister’s Youth Council is Accepting Applications
Alberta Education is recruiting students for the 2021/22 Minister’s Youth Council.
Feb. 19, 2021
Update for Families | November. 30, 2020
Starting Nov. 30, students in Grades 7 to 12 are learning at-home until in-person classes resume on Jan. 11, 2021.
Nov. 30, 2020
Update for Families | November 24, 2020
This afternoon Premier Jason Kenney announced important new health measures for all K-12 students in the province, including students in the Calgary Board of Education.
Nov. 24, 2020
Update for Families | November 12, 2020
We are committed to keeping you informed about changes we are making as we work together to keep schools and workplaces healthy during this pandemic.
Nov. 12, 2020
Re-entry Update for Families | August 14, 2020
I want to highlight some key decisions and information as we get ready to welcome students and staff back into classrooms this September.
Aug. 14, 2020
Re-entry Update for Families | August 6, 2020
We wanted to provide an update on our re-entry plans as we continue to refine the details of how we will return to in-person classes under Scenario 1 next month.
Aug. 06, 2020
CBE Issues Temporary Layoff Notices
1,900 CBE employees received temporary layoff notices, effective for May and June, 2020. This is in response to a provincial reduction in our 2019-20 budget of $21 million that is being redirected to the fight against COVID-19.
Apr. 09, 2020
Ongoing Learning for CBE Students | What You Can Expect the Week of March 30, 2020
Thank you for your patience as we work out the details and determine what ongoing learning will look like for CBE students following Spring Break.
Mar. 27, 2020
Joane Cardinal-Schubert High School Grand Opening
Congratulations to the students and staff at Joane Cardinal-Schubert High School on their official grand opening celebration.
Mar. 14, 2019
New School Announcement for the CBE
On Friday, March 23 the Government of Alberta announced two new schools and the planning dollars for two more schools for the Calgary Board of Education.
Mar. 22, 2018
Sheldon Kennedy Child Advocacy Centre Launches Toolkit for Teachers and Staff
The Sheldon Kennedy Child Advocacy Centre, along with the CBE and the CSSD, launched a new toolkit to be used by teachers and school employees.
Oct. 19, 2017
Classroom Improvement Fund puts $13 million in CBE Schools
Premier Rachel Notley visited Connaught School on Oct. 13 to draw attention to the $75 million provided to Alberta schools this year to improve learning outcomes for students.
Oct. 12, 2017
Students Have Unforgettable Summer Learning Experience
For six weeks this summer, nine CBE high school students had the opportunity to be part of the Heritage Youth Researcher Summer (HYRS) program at the University of Calgary.
Sep. 19, 2017
Board of Trustees’ response to 2017-18 Provincial Budget announcement
We have received the Provincial budget and are pleased that the Province continues to prioritize public education.
Mar. 15, 2017
Important Information About Fees
On Thursday, March 2, the Provincial Government introduced Bill 1 – An Act to Reduce School Fees.
Mar. 01, 2017
Information About Mumps from Alberta Health Services
Important information about Mumps from Alberta Health Services.
Feb. 23, 2017

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