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Minister eyes enrolment pressures and curriculum consultation

A Q & A with Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides

Workload issues prompting teachers to quit

Work intensification and lack of balance are driving Alberta teachers out of their chosen profession, suggests a recent ATA study.

Class size issues top of mind for Albertans

A poll of Albertans cited class sizes as a main concern in education

ATA Pride flag destroyed by protesters

1000+ protesters and counter-protesters gathered outside the ATA's Edmonton headquarters on Sept. 20 to voice their opinions schools.

Issues of safety are nuanced and complex

ATA executive secretary responds to question about direction from principal to remove Safe Space sticker

ATA adopts human rights statement

Highlights of the ATA's newly-adopted human rights statement

Lessons from mamiá’tsikimi: the magpie

An Indigenous educator befriends magpies who bring her messages of hope

Moving beyond performative gestures of reconciliation

We must move beyond insincere efforts to authentically contribute to truth and reconciliation

Supporting educational inquiry and professional growth

Access 25,000+ professional development materials in the ATA library. Borrow physical resources or explore online. Get research support and book recommendations

Looking south

Why are teachers leaving the profession and what can be done about it?

Embracing the ­unknown

Beloved substitute teacher Valsa Peter captivates students with wisdom and humor, leaving a lasting impact in the classroom.

So, how's it going?

A teacher shares their emotional struggle and the hidden toll of their profession, emphasizing the importance of seeking support in education.

Rediscovering peace

From burnout to recovery: Explore one teacher's journey of healing, rediscovering passion, and prioritizing mental health in education.

Emerging AI tools are both disruptive and exciting

Questions and answers about emerging AI tools

Teacher's pet

We asked teachers to send in pictures of their pets along with an explanation of how the animal helps them in their profession