Most people imagine classrooms as indoor spaces characterized by walls, a blackboard and rows of desks. However, nature offers a phenomenal learning environment that many schools are learning to utilize. The primary goal of a schoolyard naturalization project is to … Continue reading
Mount Royal University offers a series of three, related websites developed for use by families, aides and school staff supporting children with disabilities! These interactive websites provide evidence-based strategies for promoting adaptive behaviour, while managing challenging behaviours. There are additional topics of … Continue reading
As parents, we are often called upon to raise money for schools. Some parents see it as an opportunity to deliver extras like computers, Smart Boards and curriculum-enriching activities such as author visits or field trips. Others see it as … Continue reading
Digital Technology As classrooms become increasingly high-tech, parents can benefit from keeping up to date with the technology through on-line resources. One of the best places to go for technology information is the CBE’s Curriculum and Learning Technologieswebsite. Curriculum and Learning … Continue reading
Several facilities in the city are offering low-cost student support services, benefiting the youth in our city. See the following links to find a location near you. Westside Recreation Centre City of Calgary YMCA In Your Schools YMCA Youth Leadership … Continue reading
Hull Child and Family Services aims to help those that suffer from mental health, behavioral and developmental challenges. Their goal is to help struggling families to succeed in all areas of their lives. For more information or to get help, … Continue reading
As parents, we like to take an active role in all aspects of our children’s lives, their education being no exception, but sometimes it’s hard to determine the best approach. We all want answers and solutions to our questions and … Continue reading
The Family and Community Resource Centre is an essential part of Alberta Health Services, aiming to provide families and community members with reliable child health information. Part of this resource is the Community Education Service, which provides free sessions and online resources … Continue reading
The Language Research Centre at the University of Calgary offers a Parent Counselling Service, which addresses concerns regarding bilingualism and children’s development. The site offers encouragement and support for families and educators, and promotes bilingualism in the school communities. http://arts.ucalgary.ca/lrc/home/parent-counselling-service … Continue reading
Calgary Association of Parents and School Councils Minutes of Meeting held Wednesday, January 18th, 2012 A.E. Cross School Library 7:00 pm 1) Meeting called to order at 7:00 by Co- President Leslie Newton 2) Veronica Crane moved that the Minutes … Continue reading