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Wed, 27 May, 2015

Board to hold by-election for vacant seat

Trustees voted in favour of holding a by-election this fall to fill the seat left vacant by Sarah Hoffman, who was elected as an MLA in the recent provincial election. Voters in Ward G will tentatively head to the polls on Tuesday, Sept. 29.

Wed, 20 May, 2015

Trustees accept resignation of former Board Chair

The former chair of the Edmonton Public School Board has officially resigned her position. Sarah Hoffman was recently elected as a Member of the Legislative Assembly in the provincial election. 

Wed, 20 May, 2015

Recognizing outstanding and innovative educators

Ten Edmonton Public Schools teachers were selected as 2015 Excellence in Teaching Awards semi-finalists by Alberta Education! 

Mon, 11 May, 2015

New safety protocol will help identify imminent threats to schools and communities

Edmonton Public Schools, Edmonton Catholic Schools and Greater North Central Francophone Schools are working with community partners who are committed to making all schools and communities safe in Edmonton and the surrounding area. 

Wed, 29 Apr, 2015

What Does Budget 2015 Mean for Edmonton Public Schools?

Board Chair Michael Janz addresses how this tough budget 2015 will impact our schools district-wide and especially our most vulnerable students, who need extra support.

Wed, 29 Apr, 2015

Trustees Approve Distribution of Funds for 2015-2016

At Tuesday's public meeting, the Board of Trustees unanimously approved the Administration's recommendation for how to distribute funds for the 2015-2016 school year.

Tue, 21 Apr, 2015

Growing Alberta School Districts Express Shared Concern

As 19 growing school districts representing approximately 65 per cent of students in Alberta, we have a shared concern about the significant effect the government’s 2015–2016 budget will have on student success and the overall education system in our province.

Wed, 8 Apr, 2015

Board of Trustees Unanimously Pass the District’s Three-Year Capital Plan

At the regularly scheduled board meeting on April 7, the Board of Trustees unanimously passed the District’s three-year capital plan.

Tue, 7 Apr, 2015

Open House to Recruit Supply Educational Assistants

On April 29, Edmonton Public Schools is hosting an open house to share information about employment opportunities for Supply Educational Assistants.

Wed, 18 Mar, 2015

Trustees Advocate For Traffic Safety Education And Enforcement In School Zones

“With 17,000 speeding tickets issued in school zones, we strongly believe enforcement needs to be ramped up. We are happy to partner with the City on this initiative.” Board Chair Janz