1182 releases issued in the specified time period for Education (to March 26, 2013)
Boundary Review Committee Announces Meeting Dates
Education (to March 26, 2013)
December 22, 99 10:30 AM
EDUCATION--Boundary Review Committee Announces Meeting Dates
Nova Scotia's task force on school board boundaries has released
a consultation guide and public meeting schedule to help the
public provide input into its review over the next few weeks.
Minister Appoints Boundary Review Task Force
Education (to March 26, 2013)
December 17, 99 11:45 AM
EDUCATION--Minister Appoints Boundary Review Task Force
Education Minister Jane Purves today announced appointments to a
task force to review the effectiveness of Nova Scotia's school
board boundaries, fulfilling a government commitment.
Nova Scotia Signs Maritime Agreement with Philippines
Education (to March 26, 2013)
November 22, 99 10:00 AM
EDUCATION--Nova Scotia Signs Maritime Agreement with Philippines
With the world's second-largest concentration of marine experts,
Nova Scotia will soon begin assisting Philippine partners in
enhancing the skills of thousands of seafarers in the Republic of
the Philippines.
Bill, Melinda Gates Give $809,000 Gift to Libraries
Education (to March 26, 2013)
November 16, 99 12:30 PM
EDUCATION--Bill, Melinda Gates Give $809,000 Gift to Libraries
Fifty-six of Nova Scotia's public libraries will soon have more
computers and increased Internet access thanks to an $809,000
gift from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Education
Minister Jane Purves announced today. Separately, Microsoft
Canada will donate software with a retail value of $327,000 to
the libraries receiving grants.
Private Career College Regulations Released
Education (to March 26, 2013)
November 15, 99 12:30 PM
EDUCATION--Private Career College Regulations Released
The province has introduced new regulations to increase
protection for students and support quality training at private
career colleges.
Take Our Kids to Work Day Expanding
Education (to March 26, 2013)
November 2, 99 1:00 PM
EDUCATION--Take Our Kids to Work Day Expanding
There's a good chance a Grade 9 student will visit your workplace
on Wednesday, Nov. 3, as a growing number of students and schools
in Nova Scotia participate in Take Our Kids to Work day.
Conference to Highlight Equity, Discrimination
Education (to March 26, 2013)
October 29, 99 9:30 AM
EDUCATION--Conference to Highlight Equity, Discrimination
A prominent Canadian teacher who focuses on anti-racism education
will deliver the keynote address on Thursday, Nov. 4, at a
Multicultural Association of Nova Scotia conference.
Minister Seeks Advice on School Board Funding Issues
Education (to March 26, 2013)
October 27, 99 2:50 PM
EDUCATION--Minister Seeks Advice on School Board Funding Issues
With debate getting under way on her 1999-2000 budget, Education
Minister Jane Purves is already seeking advice on improving
funding formulas for future years. This follows through on
government's commitment to examine equitable resource-sharing
help for areas with declining enrolments and a long-term funding
base for school boards.
New School for Whycocomagh Confirmed
Education (to March 26, 2013)
October 26, 99 1:00 PM
EDUCATION--New School for Whycocomagh Confirmed
The province has approved a new school for Whycocomagh in
Inverness County.
School Board Site Choice for Richmond Academy to Stand
Education (to March 26, 2013)
October 18, 99 3:00 PM
EDUCATION--School Board Site Choice for Richmond Academy to Stand
The Strait Regional School Board's choice for building the new
Richmond Academy on Whiteside Road in Louisdale will stand,
Education Minister Jane Purves said today. The decision follows
environmental studies that confirmed the site is suitable for
school development.
Exchange Creates Opportunities
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 24, 99 11:41 AM
EDUCATION--Exchange Creates Opportunities
New ideas, contacts and business deals are just some of the
outcomes for eight young entrepreneurs as the first half of a
Nova Scotia-Northern Ireland entrepreneur exchange wrapped up.
Statement Released by Education Minister Jane Purves
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 22, 99 1:23 PM
EDUCATION--Statement Released by Education Minister Jane Purves
Following is a statement issued today by Jane Purves, Minister of
Education.
Earlier today, in an interview with David Rodenhiser of The Daily
News, I was asked about my past and, specifically, about past
drug use. While I consider this matter to be private, given my
current position of public trust, I felt an obligation to answer
the questions honestly and to share this information with Nova
Scotians.
Whycocomagh School Recommended; Board Decisions Stand
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 21, 99 3:32 PM
EDUCATION--Whycocomagh School Recommended; Board Decisions Stand
Education Minister Jane Purves will seek cabinet approval for a
new school for Whycocomagh. However, the Strait regional school
board's decisions to transfer Whycocomagh high school students
and Judique-Creignish Primary to Grade 12 students to
neighbouring schools will not be overturned.
No Plans to Close Inverness Academy
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 21, 99 3:30 PM
EDUCATION--No Plans to Close Inverness Academy
The Strait regional school board has assured Education Minister
Jane Purves it supports plans to keep Inverness Academy open as
long as possible.
Nova Scotia/Northern Ireland Entrepreneurs on Exchange
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 10, 99 12:00 PM
EDUCATION--Nova Scotia/Northern Ireland Entrepreneurs on Exchange
The world of opportunities is about to expand for 10 young
entrepreneurs as they participate in the Nova Scotia/Northern
Ireland Exchange for Young Entrepreneurs.
Provincial International Literacy Day Celebrations
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 8, 99 2:03 PM
EDUCATION--Provincial International Literacy Day Celebrations
The Department of Education honoured adult learners, educators
and businesses today during an International Literacy Day awards
and recognition ceremony in Dartmouth.
Minister Approves Recommended Site for Canning School
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 7, 99 2:30 PM
EDUCATION--Minister Approves Recommended Site for Canning School
Education Minister Jane Purves has approved the site in Canning
recommended by the Annapolis Valley regional school board for the
new Kentville/Canning Middle/High School.
Francophone Representatives to Visit Nova Scotia
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 3, 99 10:22 AM
EDUCATION--Francophone Representatives to Visit Nova Scotia
Following the "Sommet de la francophonie" taking place in Moncton
in early September, the community of Nova Scotia's
French-language educational stakeholders will organize a tour of
their institutions for francophone education officials.
Bussing in Place for Ridgecliff Middle School Students
Education (to March 26, 2013)
September 2, 99 10:10 AM
EDUCATION--Bussing in Place for Ridgecliff Middle School Students
Students of the new Ridgecliff Middle School in Beechville will
take the bus after all. Education Minister Jane Purves said
students will be bussed until sidewalks are completed along a 3.6
kilometre stretch approaching the school.
International Students Discover Nova Scotia
Education (to March 26, 2013)
August 27, 99 4:30 PM
EDUCATION--International Students Discover Nova Scotia
The words "Welcome to Canada" will be heard this weekend by 76
new high school students who have chosen Nova Scotia as their
place of study.