Judi Hunter – Ward 5 Trustee
Education is certainly rising to the top of political agendas. The Alberta Teachers Association voted overwhelmingly to strike. Whether that will actually happen is to be determined as talks are ongoing. However, teachers are articulating a need to improve working conditions for themselves and learning conditions for students.
Alberta teachers are not alone in sounding the alarm about working conditions. Across the country, teachers have been communicating issues. Most recently, British Columbia has joined the chorus of voices asking for change.
https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2025/03/17/bc-teachers-federation-annual-general-meeting/
No one wants a strike; our students have already endured significant disruptions to their educational journeys. Childcare would be a significant issue for parents, not only securing childcare but also the additional financial burden. I doubt any government wishes to deal with such a disruption. The best solution for everyone would be to negotiate a settlement that addresses the issues that have been identified across our nation.
June 19, Grade 6 students from Nothcott Prairie School in Airdrie presented their understanding of energy in our province. Through their participatory presentation, students shared what they had learned with Board members. Teacher Makayla Widmer used the money from the A+ Energy grant she applied for and received to provide hands-on experiences for her students.
Similar to Alberta, one year after Manitoba banned cellphones in classrooms, schools are seeing clearer minds, stronger focus, and fewer distractions.(Winnipeg Sun, June 19, 2025)
Westbrook School is excited to announce the completion of its new playground, which has been in the making for several years. A new playground can cost upwards of $ 400,000.00. These funds are raised by the efforts of parents on the School Councils and School Fundraising societies. Thank you so much for your dedication to ensuring are students have areas to play and keep active.
Banded Peak School, Bearspaw School, and Springbank Middle School all held Grade 8 Farewell ceremonies. The poise and competence of the students speaking at these events is a testament to the education they are receiving.
This year, 103 students who self-identify as First Nations, Métis and Inuit with distinct cultures and communities are graduating from RVS high schools. Rocky View Schools held if first Indigenous Graduation Celebration, January 25.
Our maintenance departments provide a list of projects that are scheduled. Banded Peak will be receiving a mechanical upgrade to be completed in 2026, and Springbank High will be receiving new flooring.
June 19, Rocky View County provided residents with an opportunity to provide feedback on the proposed use of the 74 acres of land purchased to house recreation and community facilities. Hopefully, some recreation facility can be approved so our young people have a place to recreate.
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