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Mandatory membership musings

The UCP is going to be debating ATA membership optional for teachers working in public, Catholic, separate and francophone schools.

Education Act amendments

Information and resources on the Education Act amendments

Testing the limits

ATA reacts to Alberta’s increased student assessments

A stepping stone for some, career choice for others

In recognition of Substitute Teachers’ Appreciation Week, the ATA News put out a call for submissions from substitute teachers to answer a few questions

Donations to assist school support workers authorized

Highlights of the Provincial Executive Council meeting held January 23–24, 2025, at Barnett House, Edmonton

Solidarity, CUPE and the Association

A reader asks why teachers aren't on the picket lines with educational support workers

Teaching for the planet

How is education related to climate change? UNESCO, Education International and the sustainable development goals all come into play.

Retired, but always a teacher: Why I still believe in public education

Viewpoints: Retired, but always a teacher: Why I still believe in public education

A return to the art of conversation

Year one of Alberta’s school cellphone ban

Pressure cooker

Alberta school leaders are feeling compassion fatigue and burnout

ATA Leaders address delegates at Annual Representative Assembly

President Schilling and Executive Secretary Theobald deliver their annual speeches to teacher representatives from across the province.

Do no harm

Concerns raised over new bill

Watch for weaponization of PISA 2022 results

The PISA 2022 assessment results may generate renewed vigor for those wanting to re-energize a “math crisis” and bash teachers.

Emerging AI tools are both disruptive and exciting

Questions and answers about emerging AI tools