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Your Support Helps Students Feel Successful in Math
I arrived at William Reid School a year ago. As a banker in my previous life, I have a strong math background and mathematics is dear to my heart.
Equinor’s (formerly Statoil) First Arts Scholarship Recipient in Calgary
When Lan Tran saw the scholarship opportunity, she could not believe it. The Equinor, (formerly Statoil), Arts Scholarship at EducationMatters, would be given to a graduating high school student who demonstrated passion for artistic achievement
Your Support Helps Students Like Me Reach Their Goals
I always knew that I wanted to help people, I just wasn’t sure how. In 2017, while in grade 12 at Ernest Manning High School, I began to imagine the next steps for my life.
RBC Helping to Build a New Generation of Electricians
Calgary students who are looking to begin a career in the electrical trades have something to be excited about this fall. EducationMatters is pleased to announce that RBC is expanding its commitment to creating meaningful work experience opportunities for students.
New Award Encourages Pursuit of Post-Secondary Studies
This year, an EducationMatters student award recipient will be selected during the fall semester for the first time. The Laurie Sommerville Scholarship Award was established to recognize students who have the potential to successfully complete post-secondary studies, but may not be able to do so due to challenging life experiences.
Adding Student Voice to Design Thinking
The summer sun may still be shining, but we’re guessing the staff and students at Marlborough School are getting pretty excited for the new school year to kick-off. With a grant from EducationMatters, Marlborough spent the past school year planning the transformation of its existing library into a modern learning commons.
Making Student Dance Dreams Come True
Kaiti Perras was an inspiring young dancer in the Calgary community. To celebrate her, Kaiti’s family is sharing her passion with students in our city.
Masks, Drama & Dance For Mental Wellness
Students at Forest Lawn High School are working collaboratively to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health by encouraging positive interactions that promote empathy and openness.
EducationMatters Presents Ksistsikoom
EducationMatters is pleased to present Ksistsikoom on June 2 and 3, 2018 at the University of Calgary’s Reeve Theatre. Grade nine students from William D. Pratt School are working with Kainai Elder Saa’ kokoto to stage an adaptation of his play Ksistikoom, which means thunder.
The Hardest Working Student in High School
“The pipe trades course saved my child from being a high school dropout,” says the mother of Dean, a grade 11 student in Calgary.
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