1185 releases issued in the specified time period for Education (to March 26, 2013)
Nova Scotia Students Improve in Language Arts, Struggle in Mathematics
Education (to March 26, 2013)
May 5, 2006 11:50 AM
EDUCATION--Nova Scotia Students Improve in Language Arts, Struggle in Mathematics
Nova Scotia's Grade 12 students have shown a marked improvement in reading and writing, but continue to have difficulties with mathematics in provincial exams, according to the 2005 edition of the Minister's Report to Parents.
Citadel High Construction Contract Awarded
Education (to March 26, 2013)
May 1, 2006 9:54 AM
EDUCATION--Citadel High Construction Contract Awarded
St. Pat's and Queen Elizabeth high schools, in Halifax, are planning their second to last graduations. That is because a replacement for the two schools is on the way.
Province Addressing Safety Concerns at Centre Consolidated
Education (to March 26, 2013)
April 28, 2006 3:02 PM
EDUCATION--Province Addressing Safety Concerns at Centre Consolidated
Centre Consolidated School, near Lunenburg, is getting some repairs through a cost-sharing arrangement between the Department of Education and the South Shore Regional School Board.
Premier's Award Celebrates Outstanding Adult Learner
Education (to March 26, 2013)
April 27, 2006 11:44 AM
EDUCATION--Premier's Award Celebrates Outstanding Adult Learner
For adults, returning to the classroom to improve their literacy skills requires commitment, but the payoff can be tremendous.
La Semaine de l'éducation met en vedette la vie saine
Education (to March 26, 2013)
April 24, 2006 2:36 PM
ÉDUCATION--La Semaine de l'éducation met en vedette la vie saine
Sandra Kelly a tout fait pour inciter ses élèves à faire de l'activité physique et à se maintenir en forme, que ce soit dessiner des cases sur le sol pour jouer à la marelle ou organiser des défis de podomètres.
Education Week Celebrates Healthy Living
Education (to March 26, 2013)
April 24, 2006 2:33 PM
EDUCATION--Education Week Celebrates Healthy Living
Sandra Kelly has done everything from painting hop-scotch blocks on the school playground to organizing pedometer challenges to help get her students active and physically fit.
Principals Getting More Support
Education (to March 26, 2013)
April 20, 2006 9:46 AM
EDUCATION--Principals Getting More Support
Principals could soon be getting the help they need to strengthen their roles as educational leaders.
Province To Begin Public Library Consultations
Education (to March 26, 2013)
April 10, 2006 3:28 PM
EDUCATION--Province To Begin Public Library Consultations
What do you want from a public library in the twenty-first century? Nova Scotia's provincial librarian, Jennifer Evans, will host a series of town hall meetings between Wednesday, April 12 and early June to answer that question.
New Chair for the Halifax Regional School Board
Education (to March 26, 2013)
April 6, 2006 11:26 AM
EDUCATION--New Chair for the Halifax Regional School Board
Gary O'Hara is the new chair of the Halifax Regional School Board. Education Minister Jamie Muir made the announcement today, April 6.
More Money for Public Libraries
Education (to March 26, 2013)
April 4, 2006 11:12 AM
EDUCATION--More Money for Public Libraries
Nova Scotians will have better access to new and improved books selections, research materials, and technological advancements thanks to $1 million in additional provincial support for public libraries announced today, April 4.
School Boards Asked to Hold Off School Closure Reviews
Education (to March 26, 2013)
March 29, 2006 12:00 PM
EDUCATION--School Boards Asked to Hold Off School Closure Reviews
Education Minister Jamie Muir has asked for a review of legislation covering the process for considering school closures in Nova Scotia, and he has requested that three school boards put their school reviews on hold until after that assessment is completed.
Mathematics Homework Baggies Delivered to Schools
Education (to March 26, 2013)
March 27, 2006 11:12 AM
EDUCATION--Mathematics Homework Baggies Delivered to Schools
Mathematics may not be everyone's bag, but that may soon change for Nova Scotia's youngest students.
Province Contributes to NSCAD Growth
Education (to March 26, 2013)
March 24, 2006 12:14 PM
EDUCATION--Province Contributes to NSCAD Growth
The provincial government is providing $4.75-million in funding for the new NSCAD University Port Campus that will make room for more students and include improved ceramic and sculpture studios to benefit all working at, and attending the new campus.
Students Enrolled in Visual Arts and Music Pilots Show Off Talent
Education (to March 26, 2013)
March 23, 2006 12:42 PM
EDUCATION--Students Enrolled in Visual Arts and Music Pilots Show Off Talent
With the help of an empty church, its venerable pipe organ and a challenging new Advanced Music course, North Nova Education Centre student Maria Gourd feels she has finally hit the high note of her musical education.
Oyster Pond Construction Contract Awarded
Education (to March 26, 2013)
March 22, 2006 2:26 PM
EDUCATION--Oyster Pond Construction Contract Awarded
The Eastern Shore will be home to a new school when Oyster Pond Academy opens to about 650 students in September 2007.
Province and Teachers Reach Tentative Contract Agreement
Education (to March 26, 2013)
March 8, 2006 1:48 PM
EDUCATION--Province and Teachers Reach Tentative Contract Agreement
The province and the Nova Scotia Teachers Union (NSTU), representing public school teachers, announced today, March 8, that they reached a tentative contract agreement on Tuesday, March 7.
Minister Issues Directives to Halifax Regional School Board
Education (to March 26, 2013)
February 28, 2006 8:58 PM
EDUCATION--Minister Issues Directives to Halifax Regional School Board
Education Minister Jamie Muir has issued Halifax Regional School Board with ministerial directives aimed at forcing feuding board members to get back to the business of educating students.
Exhibits of Original Art More Accessible to Rural Students
Education (to March 26, 2013)
February 8, 2006 11:36 AM
EDUCATION--Exhibits of Original Art More Accessible to Rural Students
If you can't get the art student to the gallery, why not take the art gallery to the student?
New Funding to Promote Family Literacy
Education (to March 26, 2013)
January 28, 2006 1:30 PM
EDUCATION--New Funding to Promote Family Literacy
Community-based literacy organizations will receive a total of $100,000 in grants to promote family literacy across the province. The grants were announced today, Jan. 28, during the Department of Education's Family Literacy Day celebrations in Bass River, Colchester Co.
School Construction Schedule Changes
Education (to March 26, 2013)
January 27, 2006 2:17 PM
EDUCATION--School Construction Schedule Changes
Students in Oxford, Cumberland Co., and on the South Shore will soon have new schools to attend, following an update to provincial school construction schedules.