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Faith on Ice: The Flying Fathers Inspire Red Deer Students
- 28 February 2025
Submitted by Jo-Ann Kelly, Religious Education and Curriculum Support Lead Teacher, Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools On February 11-12, 2025, I had the incredible privilege of joining the Flying Fathers on the Red Deer leg of their first Alberta tour in 20 years. This unique team of...
2025 Symposium: The Vital Role of Catholic School Trustees in Faith and Governance
- 25 February 2025
The 2025 Alberta Catholic School Trustees' Association (ACSTA) Symposium, Answering the Call with a Servant’s Heart, drew Catholic education leaders from across Alberta for an enlightening gathering focused on the evolving role of trustees in shaping Catholic education. The event included...
January Reflection: Answering the Call
- 06 January 2025
Pope Francis has designated January 2025 as a time to focus on the universal right to education, particularly for migrants, refugees, and those affected by war. He describes the current situation as an "educational catastrophe," noting that approximately 250 million children are deprived of...
Honouring a Champion: Bishop Fred Henry’s Legacy of Faith and Education
- 04 December 2024
The Alberta Catholic School Trustees’ Association (ACSTA) joins with the Roman Catholic Diocese of Calgary in mourning the passing of Most Reverend Frederick (Fred) B. Henry, Bishop Emeritus of Calgary; a towering figure in the preservation and promotion of Catholic education in Alberta. We extend...
Advent Reflection for Catholic School Trustees
- 02 December 2024
Theme: Preparing the Way for Christ Catholic school trustees are called not only to govern but to serve as stewards of both faith and education. Advent is a season of waiting and preparation. It is a time to reflect on how we are creating spaces where Christ's presence can be felt. In the Gospel...
