It would be better if we had an education program that resulted in herd-immunity vaccination levels instead of mandated compliance. I support vaccine mandates for school staff and any individuals eligible for vaccination because we need to place the needs and safety of the many, and the most vulnerable, above the wishes of the individual…

As soon as the curriculum draft was released, there were a lot of problems pointed out by members of the public, as well as school divisions and teachers. These issues were not limited to one or two subject areas but were identified across the board from music to history, from math to languages, and within…

Specifically today, COVID-19 is the biggest issue facing the school system.  Assuming that we are on a path for COVID to subside and in some form become endemic, the biggest long-term issue is funding. Funding – This affects class sizes, all of our programming, and adds to stresses for teachers trying to do more with…

Good evening and thanks to ATA for hosting this event. I’ve lived in Lethbridge for over 20 years and am the father of 6 children attending three schools within the Division, of which 2 are in the French Immersion program, and another starting kindergarten next year.  I’m a Professor and Research Chair at the University…