1153 releases issued in the specified time period for Education (to March 26, 2013)
Adult Learner Launches Book at Literacy Day Event
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 8, 2003 4:11 PM
EDUCATION--Adult Learner Launches Book at Literacy Day Event
A 54-year-old lumber mill worker who upgraded his reading and
writing skills through a workplace literacy program has just
launched his first book.
Adult Learners, Literacy Volunteers Honoured
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 8, 2003 2:48 PM
EDUCATION--Adult Learners, Literacy Volunteers Honoured
Nova Scotians who have made a significant contribution to
literacy and learning were honoured at Nova Scotia's 13th annual
International Literacy Day celebrations in Dartmouth today, Sept.
8.
Nova Scotians Win Wales Scholarships
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 8, 2003 10:31 AM
EDUCATION--Nova Scotians Win Wales Scholarships
Three Nova Scotia students are beginning their post-secondary
studies this month with $2,000 scholarships from the provincial
government.
Province Celebrates International Adult Learners' Week
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 5, 2003 3:01 PM
EDUCATION--Province Celebrates International Adult Learners' Week
Nova Scotia will celebrate International Adult Learners' Week,
Sept. 7-13.
Back to School: Think Safety First
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 2, 2003 4:19 PM
EDUCATION--Back to School: Think Safety First
Drivers, parents and students are reminded to think safety first
as schools open for another year.
Success College Files for Bankruptcy Protection
Education (to March 26, 2013)
August 29, 2003 4:53 PM
EDUCATION--Success College Files for Bankruptcy Protection
The Department of Education was advised today, Aug. 29, that
Success College of Applied Arts and Technology has filed for
bankruptcy protection.
Acadian Board to Develop French Curriculum
Education (to March 26, 2013)
August 28, 2003 1:10 PM
EDUCATION--Acadian Board to Develop French Curriculum
Nova Scotia's students who study in French will have more
optional courses to choose from by the end of a four-year pilot
project beginning this September.
Le Conseil scolaire acadien provincial va élaborer les programmes en francais
Education (to March 26, 2013)
August 28, 2003 1:06 PM
ÉDUCATION - Le Conseil scolaire acadien provincial va élaborer
les programmes en français
Les élèves de la Nouvelle-Écosse qui font leurs études en
français auront un plus grand choix d'options de cours à l'issue
du projet pilote de quatre ans qui démarre en septembre.
Dalhousie Students Call Gerard Hall Home
Education (to March 26, 2013)
August 27, 2003 10:52 AM
EDUCATION--Dalhousie Students Call Gerard Hall Home
More than 250 Dalhousie University students will call Gerard Hall
home this year and well into the future. The provincial
government has agreed to lease the residence to the university
for the next 100 years.
Provincial Skills Initiative Benefits 50,000 in First Year
Education (to March 26, 2013)
July 14, 2003 11:39 AM
EDUCATION--Provincial Skills Initiative Benefits 50,000 in First
Year
A new report shows that more than 50,000 Nova Scotians have
received training, upgraded skills and more job opportunities
through a provincial skills initiative. The Skills Nova Scotia
Annual Progress Report 2002-2003, was released today, July 14, by
the Department of Education.
Nova Scotians Get Fastest Online Student Loan Service
Education (to March 26, 2013)
July 4, 2003 2:46 PM
EDUCATION--Nova Scotians Get Fastest Online Student Loan Service
Nova Scotians are getting the fastest service in the country when
they apply online for student loans.
Pain Relief Research at St. F.X. Gets Funding
Education (to March 26, 2013)
July 3, 2003 3:38 PM
EDUCATION--Pain Relief Research at St. F.X. Gets Funding
A psychology professor's research of the pain-killing benefits of
cannabis has earned $52,560 in support from the Nova Scotia
Research and Innovation Trust Fund.
More Research Funding for Saint Mary's
Education (to March 26, 2013)
July 3, 2003 11:01 AM
EDUCATION--More Research Funding for Saint Mary's
Astronomy researchers at Saint Mary's University are doing more
than gazing at the stars. They're solving complex mathematical
problems to map the evolution of celestial bodies.
Minister Responds to Students' Report on Bullying
Education (to March 26, 2013)
July 2, 2003 3:25 PM
EDUCATION--Minister Responds to Students' Report on Bullying
The Department of Education is planning a series of provincewide
training sessions to help teachers and others reduce and prevent
bullying in their schools. The sessions will start in the fall as
part of the department's response to recommendations from high
school students.
New Apprenticeship Act Proclaimed
Education (to March 26, 2013)
June 30, 2003 9:34 AM
EDUCATION--New Apprenticeship Act Proclaimed
New general regulations, leading to improved and increased
training opportunities for apprentices, will accompany the new
Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act which has been
proclaimed and goes into effect Tuesday, July 1.
Tony Johnstone Scholarship Awarded to Pictou Student
Education (to March 26, 2013)
June 27, 2003 10:53 AM
EDUCATION--Tony Johnstone Scholarship Awarded to Pictou Student
Megan DeYoung of West Pictou District High School is the 2003
winner of the Dr. P. Anthony Johnstone Memorial Fund Entrance
Scholarship.
Adult Learners Graduate In Valley
Education (to March 26, 2013)
June 26, 2003 7:00 PM
EDUCATION--ADV--Adult Learners Graduate In Valley
Erin Deanne Clark knew she wanted to set a good example for her
children, and so she went back to school. Ms. Clark is one of 21
adult learners in the Annapolis Valley Regional School Board
areas who are graduating in Windsor today, June 26, and in New
Minas on Friday, June 27, with a high school diploma. Of these
graduates, 15 have just completed programs supported by the Nova
Scotia School for Adult Learning.
Adult Learners Graduate In Truro
Education (to March 26, 2013)
June 26, 2003 7:00 PM
EDUCATION--ADV--Adult Learners Graduate In Truro
Steve Hartling grew up in the rural community of Wine Harbour. He
has been in and out of school since Grade 7. "I failed and quit,
failed and quit," he says. But today, June 26, at the age of 24,
Steve is one of 83 adult learners from three adult high schools
in the Chignecto Central Regional School Board area who are
graduating in Truro with a high school diploma. Of these
graduates, 54 have just completed programs supported by the Nova
Scotia School for Adult Learning.
Adult Learners Graduate In Halifax
Education (to March 26, 2013)
June 26, 2003 7:00 PM
EDUCATION--ADV--Adult Learners Graduate In Halifax
Jody Smith appreciates second chances. Jody is one of 132 adult
learners in Halifax Regional Municipality graduating today, June
26, with a high school diploma from the Halifax Regional School
Board's adult high school. Of these graduates, 36 have just
completed programs supported by the Nova Scotia School for Adult
Learning.
Adult Learners Graduate In Cape Breton
Education (to March 26, 2013)
June 24, 2003 2:06 PM
EDUCATION--Adult Learners Graduate In Cape Breton
Janna Ramsay knew she was heading for bigger and better things
when she went back to high school. Janna is one of 77 adult
learners from five adult high schools in the Cape Breton Victoria
Regional School Board area who are graduating in New Waterford
today, June 24, with a high school diploma. Of these graduates,
70 have just completed programs supported by the Nova Scotia
School for Adult Learning.