May 2003

Alberta students scored among the highest in the country in writing, according to a 2002 Canada-wide assessment. Alberta had the third highest percentage of students achieving the target levels for both age groups tested, finishing behind Ontario and Manitoba for age 13 and Quebec and Manitoba for age 16.
 

Alberta Learning Minister Lyle Oberg will explore strategies to increase digital literacy for students and teachers while attending Microsoft's Government Leaders Summit in Redmond, Washington, May 18-20.
 

While thousands of outstanding Alberta teachers touch the hearts and minds of students each school day, 21 have distinguished themselves this year in the eyes of a committee of education professionals.