Jun 8, 2017 - Our Catholic schools are a vibrant part of the public education ... include one direct-instruction course
Connections CALGARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT MONTHLY NEWS
JUNE 2017
Board Chair’s Year-End Message Our Catholic schools are a vibrant part of the public education system in Alberta and we strive to provide inclusive, welcoming school communities where all students are cherished. The relationships we’ve built and fostered in the 2016–2017 school year have come together to support Catholic education in the shared goal of success for all students. To read the full message, please visit our website under News.
Chief Superintendent’s Year-End Message As another year comes to a close, we are able to look back with pride on the many accomplishments of the students and staff of the Calgary Catholic School District. This year, we served over 55,000 students within 109 schools and saw an increase of increase of 1,300 students or 2.4 per cent. To read the full message, please visit our website under News.
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Did you know? Calgary Catholic’s new K–6 elementary school in Aspen Hills will be called Guardian Angel School. The new K–9 elementary/junior high in Silverado will be called Holy Child School and the new K–9 elementary/junior high in Skyview Ranch will be called Apostles of Jesus School. We look forward to opening the newest Calgary Catholic schools in the 2017–2018 school year!
The Alberta Catholic School Trustee Association (ACSTA), together with Alberta bishops, are holding information sessions for prospective candidates. Each information session will be about two hours in length and will include a presentation by ACSTA elected officials, administration and the local bishop. If you are thinking about becoming a Catholic school trustee, information sessions are a great way to learn more about the role. Prospective candidates can also ask questions and receive other available resources. The Calgary session will be held on June 8, 2017 at 7 p.m. at Prince of Peace School (43 Auburn Crest Way S.E.) For more information, please visit www.acsta.ab.ca
2017–2018 Budget Update CCSD administration has been working on the 2017–2018 District Operating Budget since the release of the 2017 Provincial Budget. The 2017 Provincial Budget has put the district in a position where it can, for the most part, maintain our current year’s operations. There are, however, no additional funds for new initiatives. Administration is also proposing to reallocate a small amount of funds to ensure that with the increased numbers of schools, the district continues to maintain our facilities to the current standard.
Summer School & Diploma Preparation Courses 2017 Summer School is open to any student born after September 1, 1996, including students completing Grade 9 in June 2017. Students can take up to eight high school credits in Summer School, which can include one direct-instruction course and/or a combination of online courses. Five-credit courses run from July 4–28, 2017 and three-credit courses run from July 4–19, 2017. Diploma Preparation Courses are available for any student or member of the general public. The purpose of the program is to provide students with critical insights into the diploma test taking process and review specific curriculum that may appear on an exam. Courses take place in June 2017.
Summer Holidays 2017 The last day of class for all students is Thursday, June 29, 2017. The first day back for students on the regular school calendar is Tuesday, September 5, 2017. For students on the Year-Round calendar, the first day back is Thursday, August 3, 2017.
The CCSD’s Summer Holidays 2017 Album Keep in touch over the summer! Send photos and stories of your summer holidays to socialmedia@ cssd.ab.ca to share on our district Facebook site for our 3rd annual Summer Holidays album. Have a safe and wonderful summer! 1000 Fifth Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta T2P 4T9
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