1149 releases issued in the specified time period for Education (to March 26, 2013)
Eastern Counties Public Libraries Offer Value to the Community
Education (to March 26, 2013)
October 16, 2002 3:49 PM
EDUCATION--Eastern Counties Public Libraries Offer Value to the
Community
The following is a feature on the services offered by the Eastern
Counties public libraries in recognition of Public Library Week,
Oct. 21-27.
The Eastern Counties public libraries just aren't what they used
to be. In fact, they're a whole lot more.
Halifax Regional Library Offers Value to the Community
Education (to March 26, 2013)
October 16, 2002 3:12 PM
EDUCATION--Halifax Regional Library Offers Value to the Community
The following is a feature on the services offered by the Halifax
Regional Library in recognition of Public Library Week, Oct. 21-
27.
The Halifax Regional Library just isn't what it used to be. In
fact, it's a whole lot more.
Cumberland Public Libraries Offer Value to the Community
Education (to March 26, 2013)
October 16, 2002 3:00 PM
EDUCATION--Cumberland Public Libraries Offer Value to the
Community
The following is a feature on the services offered by the
Cumberland public libraries in recognition of Public Library
Week, Oct. 21-27.
The Cumberland public libraries just aren't what they used to be.
In fact, they're a whole lot more.
Pictou-Antigonish Public Libraries Offer Value to the Community
Education (to March 26, 2013)
October 16, 2002 2:53 PM
EDUCATION--Pictou-Antigonish Public Libraries Offer Value to the
Community
The following is a feature on the services offered by the Pictou-
Antigonish public libraries in recognition of Public Library
Week, Oct. 21-27.
The Pictou-Antigonish public libraries just aren't what they used
to be. In fact, they're a whole lot more.
Cape Breton Regional Library Offers Value to the Community
Education (to March 26, 2013)
October 16, 2002 2:47 PM
EDUCATION--Cape Breton Regional Library Offers Value to the
Community
The following is a feature on the services offered by the Cape
Breton Regional Library in recognition of Public Library Week,
Oct. 21-27.
The Cape Breton Regional Library just isn't what it used to be.
In fact, it's a whole lot more.
Governments Announce Project to Help Older Workers in Nova Scotia
Education (to March 26, 2013)
October 8, 2002 4:20 PM
EDUCATION--Governments Announce Project to Help Older Workers in
Nova Scotia
A new pilot project will look at ways to retain older workers in
the health-care sector in Nova Scotia.
Conference Explores Human Rights in Education
Education (to March 26, 2013)
October 7, 2002 11:30 AM
EDUCATION--Conference Explores Human Rights in Education
Educators from across the province are gathering today, Oct. 7,
for a two-day conference on human rights in education.
Community College Enrolment Jumps
Education (to March 26, 2013)
October 2, 2002 4:03 PM
EDUCATION--Community College Enrolment Jumps
More students than ever are flocking to the Nova Scotia Community
College. Its enrolment is up by nearly 11 per cent this year.
School Code of Conduct Pilot Project Announced
Education (to March 26, 2013)
October 2, 2002 2:03 PM
EDUCATION--School Code of Conduct Pilot Project Announced
A pilot project in the Annapolis Valley will help deal with
suspended students and those at risk of expulsion. Education
Minister Jane Purves today announced funding for the project that
will help apply the province's new code of conduct. The code of
conduct sets the context for a safe and productive learning
environment by outlining expected behaviour in schools.
Multimedia Computers to Assist Students in Grades 4 Through 6
Education (to March 26, 2013)
October 1, 2002 9:22 AM
EDUCATION--Multimedia Computers to Assist Students in Grades 4
Through 6
Students across Nova Scotia will learn valuable new skills thanks
to 1,000 new computers the provincial government is putting in
classrooms this fall. Today, Oct. 1, Premier John Hamm learned to
edit videotape on one of those computers.
Senior Executive Director hired for Skills and Learning Branch
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 30, 2002 1:30 PM
EDUCATION--Senior Executive Director hired for Skills and
Learning Branch
A senior executive director has been hired to develop and
implement the province's labour market strategy and the Skills
Nova Scotia Framework. Stuart Gourley begins with the Department
of Education today, Sept. 30.
Learn Something New at Word on the Street
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 27, 2002 3:30 PM
EDUCATION--Learn Something New at Word on the Street
Nova Scotians are invited to learn something new in the literacy
tent at Word on the Street on Sunday, Sept. 29.
Minister Unveils Plan to Improve Education
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 24, 2002 10:00 AM
EDUCATION--Minister Unveils Plan to Improve Education
Students will have more time to learn the basics, and parents
will get better information about how their children are doing as
a result of Learning for Life, the provincial government's plan
to improve the quality of education in Nova Scotia. The plan was
developed based on consistent themes from parents, students,
teachers and school boards. Education Minister Jane Purves
unveiled Learning for Life today, Sept. 24.
Minister Seeks Mediator
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 19, 2002 9:35 AM
EDUCATION--Minister Seeks Mediator
Education Minister Jane Purves has requested a mediator to help
the province and the Nova Scotia Teachers Union reach a
settlement in contract negotiations. In a letter sent to the
David Morse, Minister of Environment and Labour, Wednesday, Sept.
18, Ms. Purves said the request is intended to keep talks moving
and to get an agreement between the parties.
Province Invests in Special Education Improvements
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 17, 2002 11:47 AM
EDUCATION--Province Invests in Special Education Improvements
Nova Scotia students with special needs will receive more support
as a result of a $17 million investment in special education over
the next three years. The targeted investment will result in more
than 135 additional professionals and specialist educators
working with students with special needs, pilot projects to
develop better teaching techniques, and more than a million
dollars in technology.
Upgrades and Additions to École Rose des Vents
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 13, 2002 11:26 AM
EDUCATION--Upgrades and Additions to École Rose des Vents
Students and staff of École Rose des Vents in Greenwood, Kings
Co., learned today, Sep. 13, that major renovations are planned
for their school over the next few years.
Smaller Classes for P-2
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 12, 2002 12:20 PM
EDUCATION--Smaller Classes for P-2
Smaller classes and more teachers for our youngest students are
part of the provincial government's plan to improve education in
Nova Scotia. Education Minister Jane Purves today announced a
three-year plan that will see classes in Grades primary, 1 and 2
limited to 25 students, beginning in primary next year. This plan
includes $18 million and more than 170 new teachers over the
period.
Awards Honour Adult Learners, Literacy Volunteers
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 9, 2002 1:20 PM
EDUCATION--Awards Honour Adult Learners, Literacy Volunteers
Fifteen adult learners and literacy volunteers were honoured for
their accomplishments at Nova Scotia's 12th annual International
Literacy Day celebrations today, Sept. 9.
New High School for Windsor Under Way
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 9, 2002 10:43 AM
EDUCATION--New High School for Windsor Under Way
Students, teachers, parents and community leaders joined
Transportation and Public Works Minister Ron Russell to celebrate
the start of construction of a new high school in Windsor today,
Sept. 9. The new Avon View High School will be completed in
November 2003.
Grade 4 Students Receive Grammar Handbooks
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 5, 2002 2:18 PM
EDUCATION--Grade 4 Students Receive Grammar Handbooks
The first copies of Nova Scotia's new grammar and writing
handbook were delivered today, Sept. 5.