1182 releases issued in the specified time period for Education (to March 26, 2013)
Student Assessment Results
Education (to March 26, 2013)
June 29, 2010 11:33 AM
EDUCATION--Student Assessment Results
NOTE: A summary of results for math and literacy follows this release.
Nova Scotia students continue to produce solid results in reading and literacy in provincial assessments, the 2010 Minister's Report to Parents and Guardians released today, June 29, shows.
New Minas Teen Wins Prestigious Scholarship
Education (to March 26, 2013)
June 28, 2010 2:27 PM
EDUCATION--New Minas Teen Wins Prestigious Scholarship
A New Minas teenager, who is a top student and active volunteer, is this year's winner of a prestigious provincial government scholarship.
Halifax Regional School Board Appoints First Mi'kmaw Representative
Education (to March 26, 2013)
June 23, 2010 9:25 AM
EDUCATION--Halifax Regional School Board Appoints First Mi'kmaw Representative
The Halifax Regional School Board will make educational history today, June 23, by appointing Kirk Arsenault as its first Mi'kmaq representative.
Students Celebrate Renewable Energy Projects
Education (to March 26, 2013)
June 7, 2010 1:06 PM
ENERGY/EDUCATION--Students Celebrate Renewable Energy Projects
A student showcase about renewable energy is allowing the minds and talents of Grade 9 students to shine on the province's green energy future.
Government, Industry Celebrate Success of Computers for Schools Initiative
Education (to March 26, 2013)
June 2, 2010 9:35 AM
EDUCATION--Government, Industry Celebrate Success of Computers for Schools Initiative
Government and industry came together today, June 2, to urge more businesses to get involved with the Computers for Schools program.
Student MLAs Debate Access to Emergency Care, Off-shore Oil
Education (to March 26, 2013)
May 28, 2010 4:03 PM
EDUCATION--Student MLAs Debate Access to Emergency Care, Off-shore Oil
Nova Scotia high school students will learn about the opportunities and challenges faced by Nova Scotia's elected officials as part of the eighth annual Model Legislature. The event, organized by the Department of Education, begins today, May 28, and continues until Sunday, May 30.
Options and Opportunities Program Celebrates Annual Showcase
Education (to March 26, 2013)
May 27, 2010 2:34 PM
EDUCATION--Options and Opportunities Program Celebrates Annual Showcase
Options and Opportunities students (O2) are displaying innovative projects they created for their annual showcase today, May 27, at the Holiday Inn Harbourview in Dartmouth.
New School for Oxford Students, Community
Education (to March 26, 2013)
May 25, 2010 1:54 PM
EDUCATION--New School for Oxford Students, Community
Students are enjoying a modern, safe learning environment at the new Oxford Regional Education Centre in Oxford, Cumberland Co.
Resolution Reached on Dalhousie Medical School Funding
Education (to March 26, 2013)
May 14, 2010 12:14 PM
EDUCATION/HEALTH--Resolution Reached on Dalhousie Medical School Funding
The province is moving to improve accountability and transparency about Dalhousie Medical School funding, while protecting the number of physician training seats.
La Province étend les programmes de sécurité au travail aux écoles
Education (to March 26, 2013)
May 13, 2010 10:54 AM
ÉDUCATION/TRAVAIL/DÉVELOPPEMENT DE LA MAIN-D’ŒUVRE –– La Province étend les programmes de sécurité au travail aux écoles
Les élèves des écoles de la Nouvelle-Écosse en sauront bientôt davantage sur la manière de prévenir les accidents du travail grâce à un nouveau programme basé sur un projet pilote réussi.
Province to Expand Workplace Safety Program in Schools
Education (to March 26, 2013)
May 13, 2010 10:51 AM
EDUCATION/LABOUR/WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT--Province to Expand Workplace Safety Program in Schools
Nova Scotia students will soon know more about how to prevent a workplace injuries, thanks to new curriculum based on a successful pilot project.
Province Receives Autism Report
Education (to March 26, 2013)
May 3, 2010 1:39 PM
EDUCATION--Province Receives Autism Report
The province is working to provide additional support to people living with autism spectrum disorder.
Le processus d'examen des écoles est clarifié davantage
Education (to March 26, 2013)
April 27, 2010 12:22 PM
ÉDUCATION--Le processus d'examen des écoles est clarifié davantage
Une loi présentée aujourd'hui 27 avril améliorera le processus d'examen des écoles en augmentant les possibilités de participation de la communauté et en clarifiant les circonstances selon lesquelles une école doit faire l'objet d'un examen.
Increased Clarity for School Review Process
Education (to March 26, 2013)
April 27, 2010 12:19 PM
EDUCATION--Increased Clarity for School Review Process
Legislation introduced today, April 27, will improve the school review process by increasing the opportunity for community engagement and clarifying the circumstances under which a school must be reviewed.
Province, Students Saving Energy in Schools
Education (to March 26, 2013)
April 22, 2010 2:28 PM
EDUCATION/CONSERVE N.S.--Province, Students Saving Energy in Schools
The province is investing in school renovations that will cut costs and save energy.
ÉDUCATION – On rend hommage à des enseignants et des partenaires durant la Semaine provinciale de l’éducation
Education (to March 26, 2013)
April 19, 2010 2:53 PM
ÉDUCATION – On rend hommage à des enseignants et des partenaires durant la Semaine provinciale de l’éducation
NOTE : Une liste des récipiendaires des prix de la Semaine de l’éducation suit le présent communiqué.
Un groupe d’enseignants, d’élèves et de partenaires en éducation de partout dans la province sont réunis aujourd’hui 19 avril pour célébrer l’équité en éducation dans le cadre de la 75e Semaine provinciale de l'éducation.
Educators, Partners Honoured During Provincial Education Week
Education (to March 26, 2013)
April 19, 2010 2:50 PM
EDUCATION--Educators, Partners Honoured During Provincial Education Week
NOTE: A list of Education Week award recipients follows this release.
A group of teachers, students and education partners from across the province gathered today, April 19, to celebrate equity in education as part of the province's 75th Education Week.
Maintien du Programme de soutien pour les frais de scolarité
Education (to March 26, 2013)
April 14, 2010 11:40 AM
ÉDUCATION--Maintien du Programme de soutien pour les frais de scolarité
Le ministère de l'Éducation améliorera le Programme de soutien pour les frais de scolarité à l'intention des élèves souffrant d'autisme, de troubles d'apprentissage et de troubles d'hyperactivité avec déficit de l'attention.
Tuition Support Program to Continue
Education (to March 26, 2013)
April 14, 2010 11:37 AM
EDUCATION--Tuition Support Program to Continue
The Department of Education is improving the tuition support program for students with autism, learning disabilities and attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Grade 9 Students to Learn About Renewable Energy
Education (to March 26, 2013)
March 24, 2010 9:04 AM
ENERGY/EDUCATION--Grade 9 Students to Learn About Renewable Energy
Grade 9 students are soon going to learn more about Nova Scotia's renewable resources.