Media Releases

Tue, 25 Jun, 2013

Board Announces New Superintendent of Schools

At a board meeting held this evening, the Board of Trustees had the great honour and pleasure to announce Mr. Darrel Robertson as the new Superintendent of Schools.

Tue, 18 Jun, 2013

District gives leaseholders more time to adjust

In response to concerns expressed by its leaseholders, Edmonton Public Schools has decided to extend the timeframe of its lease rate increase by two years.

Wed, 22 May, 2013

Board shares information on cost saving initiatives

At yesterday’s regularly scheduled board meeting, the Board of Trustees received a report that summarized a number of areas where special initiatives over the past two years have resulted in significant cost savings for the District.

Wed, 24 Apr, 2013

Board makes difficult decisions on significant issues

At yesterday’s regularly scheduled board meeting, the Board of Trustees debated a number of recommendations that will have significant implications for the District. 

Wed, 10 Apr, 2013

Board considers revised assessment policy, potential levy

At yesterday’s regularly scheduled board meeting, the Board of Trustees considered, for the second time, a revised policy on student assessment, achievement and growth.

Wed, 6 Mar, 2013

Board approves development of disclosure bylaw

At yesterday’s regularly scheduled board meeting, the Board of Trustees approved the development of a campaign disclosure bylaw.

Mon, 4 Mar, 2013

Accommodation plans for Esther Starkman and Johnny Bright

Over the past few years, Edmonton Public Schools has seen tremendous growth in student enrolment at a number of sites, particularly Esther Starkman and Johnny Bright.

Wed, 20 Feb, 2013

Board decides to hold off on repairs to McKay Avenue Archives and Museum building

At yesterday’s regularly scheduled board meeting, the Board of Trustees decided not to proceed with repairs to the McKay Avenue building at this time.

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.