Funding Teachers Is Only the Start: Alberta Must Build a Workforce for Classrooms
March 18, 2026
Alberta’s students deserve classrooms that are staffed, supported, and equipped for learning, and educators deserve workplaces where they can thrive. With co-ordinated leadership from the province and local school boards, Alberta can build a teacher workforce that meets both current needs and future demands—ensuring every student has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed.
Alberta’s Students Deserve Action After Announcements
January 8, 2026
The Public School Boards' Association of Alberta has always advocated for improved public schools, smart funding and equitable access for every student. Now that the classroom realities are clear to all Albertans, it is time for action.
Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta members elect a new Board of Directors
December 4, 2025
At the Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta’s (PSBAA’s) Fall Conference and Annual General Meeting, members elected candidates for various executive positions to form a new Board of Directors for the Association.
Classroom Complexity and Public School Education: Lessons from a Crucial Conversation
November 4, 2025
The Class Size and Complexity Task Force presents an opportunity for policy-makers, educators and communities to move beyond anecdotal debate and into evidence-based discussions.
Smarter Funding, Stronger Schools: Alberta’s Education Future
September 4, 2025
Alberta needs to move toward smart funding—strategic, flexible and evidence-based investments that address root causes instead of applying temporary fixes.
Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta strikes gold with new member board from Black Gold School Division
June 9, 2025
The Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA) is very pleased to welcome its newest public school board member to the Association: Black Gold School Division (BGSD).
Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta recognizes school board trustee Rick Massini with annual Dick Baker Legacy Award
June 9, 2025
The Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA) is honoured to recognize Rick Massini, Trustee at the Medicine Hat Public School Division (MHPSD), with the Dick Baker Legacy Award.
Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta recognizes school board trustee Linda Mywaart with annual Dick Baker Legacy Award
June 9, 2025
The Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA) is honoured to recognize Linda Mywaart, Board Chair at the Fort McMurray School Division (FMSD), with the Dick Baker Legacy Award.
The Board of Trustees and Executive Team of Northland School Division receives Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta award
June 9, 2025
The Board of Trustees and Executive Team of Northland School Division has been recognized with the award, Promoting and Advancing one or more of the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) in Relation to Education within Alberta, from the Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA).
Dave Hnatiuk of Allied Distributors receives Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta award
June 9, 2025
Dave Hnatiuk of Allied Distributors has been recognized with the award, Special Contribution to Public Education from the Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA).
Great West Media receives Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta award
June 9, 2025
Great West Media has been recognized with the award, Special Contribution to Public Education (Media) from the Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA).
Shared Responsibility: How Alberta’s School Boards’ and Government Shape Public Education
November 26, 2024
Public school education is not just a cornerstone of Alberta’s social fabric but also a critical driver of its economic prosperity.
$8.6 Billion a Crucial Step to Address the Growing Needs of Public Schools
November 26, 2024
On behalf of the Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA), I would like to express our gratitude to the Alberta government for the $8.6 billion investment for building new schools and modular classrooms recently announced.
PSBAA releases research paper on Choice in Alberta Education: Challenges and Opportunities for Public Schools
March 5, 2024
The Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA) has released a research paper by Curtis Riep, PhD, called
Choice in Education: Challenges and Opportunities for Public Education.
Public Schools, Putting Students First
May 17, 2023
As time races towards Election Day our province is facing new and significant challenges. Wildfires are wreaking havoc across Alberta with implications to all aspects of daily life – including the education and well-being of our children.
Student Transportation Remains a Top Concern for Public School Boards.
May 3, 2023
It seems as though wherever you may be in the province, student transportation remains a top issue. Urban or rural – no one is immune to the challenges facing families simply trying to get their kids to school.
Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta – Alberta Government Announcement: Driving Innovation Through Education
April 20, 2023
The Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA) believes that Public School education is the foundation of a strong Alberta.
It Takes a Village: Public School Education Requires Improved Cross-Ministry Collaboration
April 19, 2023
You may have heard or even used the phrase It takes a village.
The phrase is attributed to a proverb that an entire community must come together in support of children – to contribute, providing for, positively interacting with and teach them - for children to realize the benefits of growing up in a safe and healthy environment. The underlying premise being that growing up in such an environment helps ensure positive experiences and ultimately – success in life.
Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta – Changes to the Mandatory Entry Level Training (MELT) Program for Class 2 Driver’s Licenses.
April 18, 2023
The Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA) acknowledges the Government of Alberta’s efforts to address school bus driver shortages with their recent announcement to remove MELT.
Children and Youth Mental Health, a Top Priority for Alberta Public Schools
April 4, 2023
Public schools are collaborative partners in identifying, supporting and seeking solutions for students experiencing mental health issues.
The desire to ensure a strong public school system should unite Albertans, not divide us.
March 22, 2023
Like us, you might be hearing from Alberta families across the province that truly accessible, publicly funded schools that provide choices are important.
Alberta Curriculum News Release
March 20, 2023
The Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA) appreciates the Government of Alberta hosting an embargoed stakeholder briefing on the K-6 curriculum prior to public release
Funding for Public School Education, is it Equitable?
March 8, 2023
The recent budget announcement has generated some pointed conversations in both mainstream and social media as well as in homes and businesses across the province.
Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta – Alberta Budget 2023 Release
March 1, 2023
The Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA) is pleased to see that the 2023 Budget has addressed some of our major concerns.
PSBAA Welcomes Peace River to the Association
February 28, 2023
The Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA) is very pleased to welcome its newest public school board member to the Association – Peace River School Division.
Strengthening Public School Education to Strengthen Alberta
February 23, 2023
There’s an election coming. Let’s talk about Public School Education.
PSBAA Welcomes Pembina Hills to Association
November 21, 2022
The Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA) is very pleased to welcome its newest public school board member to the Association – Pembina Hills School Division.
PSBAA Photo Contest
November 9, 2022
Check out the PSBAA Photo Contest!
President’s Message on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
September 29, 2022
Friday, September 30, 2022 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada.
Opinion: Three ideas to improve K-12 education in Alberta
September 25, 2022
Opinion: Three ideas to improve K-12 education in Alberta
by Dennis MacNeil
Recently, the Edmonton Journal published an opinion on four ways to improve K-12 education in Alberta,
PSBAA Champions literacy at International Literacy Day event
September 8, 2022
Generational and digital literacy and numeracy are vital to the success of today’s K-12 students.
PSBAA Welcomes New Member Board to Association
July 5, 2022
The Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA) is very pleased to welcome its newest public school board member to the Association.
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Local trustee and Indigenous Community Partner, and Elementary School receive PSBAA Award
June 7, 2022
A unique partnership between the Hinton Friendship Centre (HFC) and Crescent Valley Elementary School has netted a public education award from the Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA).
Elders’ Council of the Fort McMurray Public School Division receives PSBAA Award
June 7, 2022
Full and equitable participation by Indigenous Peoples in the educational life of their community is one of the goals of the Fort McMurray Public School Division.
Wisdom and Guidance Committee of Wolf Creek Public Schools receives PSBAA Award
June 7, 2022
Full and equitable participation by Indigenous Peoples in the educational life of their community is one of the goals of Wolf Creek Public Schools.
Local School Board Trustee and Former PSBAA President Recognized with PSBAA Award
June 7, 2022
Local school board trustee and former PSBAA president recognized with Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta award.
Local Trustee and Mentor Recognized with PSBAA Award
June 7, 2022
A long-serving public school board trustee with Northern Gateway Public Schools has been recognized with a Special Contribution to Public Education award from the Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA).
Local School Board Communications Team Recognized with PSBAA Award
June 7, 2022
Grande Yellowhead Public School Division’s communications team has received the Special Contribution to Public Education: Media award from the Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta.
Local School Board Trustee Recognized with PSBAA Award
June 7, 2022
A long-serving public school board trustee with Canadian Rockies Public Schools (CRPS) has been recognized with an Advancing Association Business and Initiatives award from the Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA).
The Public School Advantage
September 17, 2021
Municipal and public school board trustee elections will be held on Monday, October 18, 2021. Even if you don’t have children in elementary or secondary school, it’s important to do your homework and vote for the public school board trustee who best reflects your values and your priorities. We put together a short video to tell you why it’s so important to Vote Public on October 18! You can view it on YouTube at this link: PSBAA Election Video. Please let us know what you think!
Did you know the PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM is the largest in Alberta, and the first choice of Alberta families? This is an election year for locally-elected PUBLIC SCHOOL trustees, so we put together a short video so you can learn more about the PUBLIC SCHOOL advantage. You can view it on YouTube at this link: https://bit.ly/3me4WDn. Please let us know what you think!
PSBAA Media Release
June 8, 2021
Local school board trustee recognized with Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta honour
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June 8, 2021
Local school board trustee recognized with new honour from Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta
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June 8, 2021
Local school board trustee recognized with Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta award
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June 8, 2021
Local school board communicator recognized with Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta award
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June 8, 2021
Local school board trustee recognized with Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta award
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PSBAA expresses concern over removal of charter school cap in Bill 8
June 7, 2019
On behalf of the Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA), President Cathy Hogg today expressed concern about removal of the cap on charter schools in Alberta, and a change in the restrictions under which such schools can form.
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LaGrange looks forward to strengthening school board autonomy
June 1, 2019
Education Minister Adriana LaGrange, Red Deer-North MLA, spoke at the Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta’s spring general assembly at the Cambridge Hotel and Conference Centre in Red Deer Saturday morning.
Read the story in the Red Deer Advocate
PSBAA Media Release
PSBAA congratulates annual recognition award recipients
June 1, 2019
On behalf of the Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA), President Cathy Hogg congratulated all of the winners of PSBAA annual recognition awards, presented today at the Association’s spring general meeting in Red Deer.
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PSBAA honours dedicated St. Albert trustee
Joan Trettler honoured
June 1, 2019
A dedicated St. Albert trustee and historian received one of her profession’s highest honours today, posthumously.
Read the St. Albert Gazette story
PSBAA in the news
Public school boards urging province to delay Education Act
May 31, 2019
The president of the Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta believes there needs to be a one-year delay in the United Conservatives’ promise to implement the Education Act.
Read the Red Deer Advocate story
PSBAA media statement
PSBAA congratulates Premier-designate Kenney
April 23, 2019
Media Statement On behalf of the Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA), President Cathy Hogg released a statement today about the recent Alberta provincial election results.
PSBAA media release
PSBAA says Theodore case appeal is precedent-setting for Alberta
March 12, 2019
Media Release: For the next two days, the Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA) is in Regina, Saskatchewan as the Theodore case appeal begins in the Saskatchewan Court of Appeal.
