1134 releases issued in the specified time period for Education (to March 26, 2013)
Expanded IB, O2 Programs Top Initiatives for New School Year
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 4, 2007 12:38 PM
EDUCATION--Expanded IB, O2 Programs Top Initiatives for New School Year
More students will benefit this year from two high school programs that have been expanded to further challenge and engage students.
Nova Scotia Education System Continues to Excel
Education (to March 26, 2013)
August 30, 2007 11:02 AM
EDUCATION--Nova Scotia Education System Continues to Excel
Nova Scotia's public-education system continues to meet and exceed national education standards, says a Statistics Canada report released today, Aug. 30. The report compares several education benchmarks between 1998-99 and 2004-05.
Publication d'un rapport sur l'éducation spéciale
Education (to March 26, 2013)
August 22, 2007 10:25 AM
ÉDUCATION–-Publication d'un rapport sur l'éducation spéciale
Un rapport présentant des recommandations pour l'amélioration des programmes destinés aux élèves qui ont des besoins spéciaux est disponible aux fins d'évaluation par le public.
Report on Special Education Released
Education (to March 26, 2013)
August 22, 2007 10:18 AM
EDUCATION--Report on Special Education Released
A report with recommendations for improvements for special needs students programs is open for public input.
Progress Being Made on Truro, Musquodoboit Area School Construction
Education (to March 26, 2013)
August 16, 2007 9:14 AM
EDUCATION--Progress Being Made on Truro, Musquodoboit Area School Construction
Three new school construction projects in the Truro and Musquodoboit areas are on track for completion over the coming year.
Programs Help Graduates Manage Student Loan Debt
Education (to March 26, 2013)
August 8, 2007 5:14 PM
EDUCATION--Programs Help Graduates Manage Student Loan Debt
University and college graduates will have more flexibility in managing their student loan debts through two new provincial government programs introduced today, Aug. 8.
Adult Learner Wins Premier's Award for Achievement
Education (to March 26, 2013)
August 8, 2007 3:17 PM
EDUCATION--Adult Learner Wins Premier's Award for Achievement
After 19 years, Julie Champagne went back to school to be a better role model and provider for her children. She graduated with her high school diploma in June and plans to pursue a career in nursing. This week she was announced as the Nova Scotia recipient of the Council of the Federation Literacy Award.
Nova Scotian Educator Receives International Award
Education (to March 26, 2013)
July 18, 2007 9:13 AM
EDUCATION--Nova Scotian Educator Receives International Award
A long time Nova Scotian educator, who is leading the expansion of the International Baccalaureate (IB) program in Nova Scotia schools, has won the IB North America Inspiration Award.
$1.8 million to Improve Literacy of African Nova Scotian Students
Education (to March 26, 2013)
July 13, 2007 12:08 PM
EDUCATION--$1.8 million to Improve Literacy of African Nova Scotian Students
African Nova Scotia students will benefit from a $1.8 million investment to improve literacy and raise the overall achievement of black learners.
Challenge Wraps Up After 632,878 Books Read
Education (to March 26, 2013)
July 9, 2007 10:30 AM
EDUCATION--Challenge Wraps Up After 632,878 Books Read
Elementary school students in Salt Springs, Pictou Co., have closed the book on an international pilot program that challenged them and other students to be more active readers.
Thousands of Job Seekers Connect with Employers
Education (to March 26, 2013)
July 3, 2007 11:03 AM
EDUCATION--Thousands of Job Seekers Connect with Employers
More than 2,000 job seekers have made contacts with employers over the last three months through a new provincial initiative.
Greenfield Community To Build New School
Education (to March 26, 2013)
July 3, 2007 10:05 AM
EDUCATION--Greenfield Community To Build New School
The rural community of Greenfield, Queens Co., has the green light to build its own school.
Teacher Education Review Committee Named
Education (to March 26, 2013)
June 28, 2007 10:28 AM
EDUCATION--Teacher Education Review Committee Named
The province is reviewing teacher education programs to determine if the current regime meets the needs of school boards, current and prospective teachers, and school communities.
Halifax Student Wins $6,000 Government Scholarship
Education (to March 26, 2013)
June 27, 2007 1:46 PM
EDUCATION--Halifax Student Wins $6,000 Government Scholarship
A Grade 12 student from Halifax West High School is this year's recipient of the Dr. P. Anthony Johnstone Memorial Entrance Scholarship, a $6,000 award that will help her attend the Maritime university of her choice in the fall.
Adult Learners Ready for More Education, Workplace
Education (to March 26, 2013)
June 26, 2007 9:59 AM
EDUCATION--Adult Learners Ready for More Education, Workplace
Tony Gabriel is closer to a better career, thanks to his hard work and support from the Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning.
Adult Learners Ready for More Education, Workplace
Education (to March 26, 2013)
June 26, 2007 9:57 AM
EDUCATION--Adult Learners Ready for More Education, Workplace
Cindy Fraser is one of 26 Nova Scotians in the Annapolis Valley area who is closer to a better career, thanks to her hard work and support from the Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning.
Adult Learners Ready for More Education, Workplace
Education (to March 26, 2013)
June 26, 2007 9:56 AM
EDUCATION--Adult Learners Ready for More Education, Workplace
Miranda Lynn Landry is one of 115 adults in the Chignecto school board area who is closer to a better career, thanks to her hard work and support from the Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning.
Adult Learners Ready for More Education, Workplace
Education (to March 26, 2013)
June 26, 2007 9:54 AM
EDUCATION--Adult Learners Ready for More Education, Workplace
Brian Smith is one of 76 adults in the Sydney area who is closer to a better career, thanks to his hard work and support from the Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning.
Adult Learners Ready for More Education, Workplace
Education (to March 26, 2013)
June 26, 2007 9:53 AM
EDUCATION--Adult Learners Ready for More Education, Workplace
Harris Hayne is one of 10 adults in the Strait area who is closer to a better career, thanks to his hard work and support from the Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning.
Adult Learners Ready for More Education, Workplace
Education (to March 26, 2013)
June 26, 2007 9:52 AM
EDUCATION--Adult Learners Ready for More Education, Workplace
Peter New is one of 124 adults in the Halifax area who is closer to a better career, thanks to his hard work and support from the Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning.