By Alicia Hope-Ross | March 8, 2024
For 34 years, Sandra taught elementary children at five Calgary Board of Education schools and was a Learning Leader at two of them. She loved teaching and cared deeply for her students. Sandra was particularly focused on teaching methods designed to strengthen her students’ reading ability. Sandra’s commitment to the education of students continued long Continue Reading »
By Alicia Hope-Ross | February 29, 2024
Established in memory of Carol Lee Bellam, this memorial scholarship is offered to students of William Roper Hull School. Carol Lee was a passionate educator in her career with the Calgary Board of Education. She was fundamental to the growth of French Immersion education in the CBE from the early 1980s, first as a teacher Continue Reading »
By EducationMatters | November 6, 2023
Eduardo Bilanes lived a long life with selflessness in one hand and compassion in the other, always caring for those around him first. Eduardo-Jose Martinez carried happiness and positivity wherever he went, lending a helping hand while bringing a smile to your face. Both Eduardos were diagnosed with cancer, and in 2022, peacefully passed away Continue Reading »
By EducationMatters | March 9, 2023
This scholarship was established by the Calgary Flames Foundation to recognize well-rounded students who exemplify leadership and volunteerism in their community. Donor The Calgary Flames Foundation on behalf of Jennifer and Steve Major (from proceeds of the Calgary Flames Ambassadors’ Charity Poker Tournament) Where Tenable Calgary Board of Education and Calgary Catholic School District (City Continue Reading »
By EducationMatters | March 9, 2023
Inspired by the Results crafted by the CBE Trustees, this award was established by EducationMatters in 2006 in honour of the CBE Distinguished Alumni Award recipients. Adhering to the principles that we can all be leaders and that learning experiences empower students to lead the way in their schools, their communities and the world around Continue Reading »
By EducationMatters | March 9, 2023
This award was established to encourage Grade 12 students from the Calgary Board of Education (CBE) or Calgary Catholic School District (CCSD) to pursue post-secondary education. Job’s Daughters International’s foundation is to teach life skills such as leadership, teamwork, community service, public speaking and self-confidence in a supportive environment, and to assist them in becoming Continue Reading »
By EducationMatters | March 9, 2023
The Calgarians Improving Society Award was founded in 2021 by the Cooke Family to help exceptional, community-minded young people choosing to study in Calgary enter careers that will make a positive contribution to Canadian society. DONOR(S): The Cooke Family WHERE TENABLE: Calgary Board of Education FIELD OF STUDY: Unrestricted VALUE: At least $2,500 per year Continue Reading »
By Alicia Hope-Ross | April 5, 2022
This award is granted to a student who is a curious learner, well rounded and demonstrates excellence in academics, leadership, volunteerism, and community with grit to pursue chosen path of sciences. Donor Sameena Shariff and Shabhana Mohammad Where Tenable Henry Wise Wood High School Field of Study Biology or Chemistry related Value One at $1,000 Continue Reading »
By Alicia Hope-Ross | February 16, 2022
This award was established in memory and in honour of Tanner Montana, a former student at Henry Wise Wood High School. This award is presented to a student who has shown their exemplary acts of kindness towards another student(s). Through their kindness, this student will have shown empathy and compassion in respect to their peers Continue Reading »
By Alicia Hope-Ross | February 16, 2022
The Jason Fasano Spirit Award honours how Jason lived his life each and every day. Jason graduated from Bowness High School (2007) and attended Western University, graduating with a Commerce degree. Jason was a proud member of the Bowness Trojans, playing both rugby and football and continued playing varsity football in university. Jason’s special gift Continue Reading »
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