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Efforts underway to restrict cellphones in schools

What should we do about cellphones in class?

DEHR committees discuss challenges and joys

Collaboration and connection, inclusion and empowerment — the overriding themes that emerged from a panel discussion at the recent DEHR conference

Supporters of public education need to counter destructive forces

Certain hard-right organizations are aiming to elect trustees who align with their ideologues

Serving members as they look toward retirement

A number of resources for Alberta teachers who are thinking about retirement.

Valuable lessons can come from anywhere

Teachers can learn from professional development, courses, and collaborations. Teachers can also learn from students.

Hospital school

Hospital teacher Heidi Hughes shares why she enjoys working at the Stollery Children's Hospital

Workload an issue for teachers nationwide

Teachers across Canada are feeling the strain caused by teacher shortages and a lack of resources

Some tips for using AI in school

AI is a technology that is rapidly evolving and has the potential to have a dramatic impact on our economy, society and classrooms.

Discussing sexual orientation and gender diversity in schools – Q&A

Feature spread looking at protester concerns about sexual education in Alberta schools

With the election over, our work continues

Cautious optimism for teachers as Alberta's education landscape shifts. Challenges remain, but dialogue and advocacy hold promise for the future.

Class size and complexity matter!

Alberta teachers do not have the resources to contend with the challenges facing our schools including class size

A delicate balance

An Indigenous teacher leader tells her story of growing up Metis and her role today

Every student needs to know they belong

An Indigenous high school success coach tells how she turned a negative comment into a passion for education

One teacher’s struggle with mental health

Teacher shares personal journey through mental health struggles, including electroconvulsive therapy. Insights on supporting mental wellness in the workplace.

ARA delegates vote to support teacher-firefighters

Highlights of the recent Annual Representative Assembly