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Tue, 12 Feb, 2013

Edmonton Catholic and Public Boards partner to look at student transportation

The Edmonton Catholic School District and the Edmonton Public School Board have joined forces to carry out a feasibility study on a joint transportation plan.

Wed, 6 Feb, 2013

Board approves Appointment of Returning Officer for Upcoming Election

Yesterday, the Edmonton Public Schools Board of Trustees unanimously approved the appointment of the City of Edmonton’s Returning Officer for the purposes of the 2013 school board election.

Fri, 25 Jan, 2013

Proposed boundary changes for Victoria School of the Arts will not proceed

Based on feedback from the community, proposed changes to the senior high attendance boundary for Victoria School of the Arts will not go ahead.

Wed, 23 Jan, 2013

Board approves use of capital reserve funds to address rapidly growing student populations

Yesterday, the Edmonton Public Schools Board of Trustees approved a recommendation to use a portion of the District’s Capital Reserve funds to address the rapid growth in student enrolment at three district schools.

Wed, 16 Jan, 2013

Board committed to concussion safety

Yesterday, the Edmonton Public Schools Board of Trustees received a report on the District’s use of  best practices to prevent and address concussions concussions among student athletes.

Wed, 9 Jan, 2013

Board approves remuneration for next term

Yesterday, the Edmonton Public Schools Board of Trustees approved a recommendation to increase Trustee remuneration effective October 22, 2013.

Tue, 18 Dec, 2012

Opportunity to provide feedback on revised policy on assessment

The Edmonton Public Schools Board of Trustees is currently considering a revised policy on student assessment, achievement and growth.

Wed, 12 Dec, 2012

Board considers revised policy on assessment

Yesterday, the Edmonton Public Schools Board of Trustees considered a revised policy on student assessment, achievement and growth. This is the first step in approving a new version of the policy. 

Mon, 10 Dec, 2012

Board adopts rigorous accountability measures

At the public board meeting on December 4, the Edmonton Public Schools Board of Trustees voted to develop a more comprehensive process for publicly reporting the expenses of Trustees and senior officials.

Wed, 5 Dec, 2012

Ross Sheppard students awarded 2012 YMCA Peace Medal

Congratulations to Ross Sheppard students Dylan McCarthy-Daniels (Grade 12) and Hannah Wiens (2012 Graduate), recipients of the 2012 YMCA Peace Medal.