Calgary Catholic Teachers ATA Local 55

ATA Local 55 recognizes National Indigenous History Month 🌿
June provides an important opportunity to honour and reflect on the histories, cultures, and enduring contributions of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples.
As educators in Calgary Catholic schools, we are committed to fostering deeper understanding and advancing meaningful actions that support truth and reconciliation. Creating inclusive, respectful learning environments remains central to this work.
ATA Local 55 continues to prioritize learning, reflection, and responsibility in support of Indigenous communities.

ATA Local 55 | Pride Month
June is Pride Month,a time to celebrate diversity, honour identity, and reaffirm our commitment to safe, inclusive schools for all students and staff.
As educators in Calgary Catholic schools, we know that belonging matters. Every student deserves to feel seen, respected, and supported exactly as they are.
ATA Local 55 stands with 2SLGBTQ+ students, colleagues, and families this month and every month. 🌈

ATTN: ATA LOCAL 55 CSR REPS⁠
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CSR is tomorrow (Tuesday). If you haven't received the email with the registration link, please contact the office. ⁠
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June's meeting will be held in person at the Holiday Inn Calgary South. See you then! 8360 Blackfoot Trl SE⁠
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ykuEcTbe8gXw1oc39

🌿 Walk for Wellness – You Deserve This. 💚
Join us Saturday, June 13 from 1–4 PM at Mahogany Central Greens Park for an afternoon of connection, celebration, and community.
✅ Community Wellness Walk to recognize Student/Teacher Wellness�✅ FREE food for the first 100 attendees (tacos + lemonade 🌮🍋)�✅ Live music from teacher bands 🎶�✅ Face painting & yard games for all ages
This year hasn’t been easy but together, we celebrate the strength, dedication, and impact of our educators and families. Teacher wellness matters. You matter.
Bring your family, bring a friend, and take time for yourself. 💚

🌿 Compassionate Leadership – ATA Provincial 🌿

The Alberta Teachers’ Association is offering an inspiring Compassionate Leadership course this summer in Calgary
This 3‑day, 8‑module learning experience focuses on:
✨ Building compassionate, inclusive school cultures�✨ Strengthening relationships through trust and vulnerability�✨ Leading with empathy, courage, and connection�✨ Creating positive, lasting change within your school community
Compassionate leadership isn’t just about care, it’s about turning empathy into action to support students, staff, and communities.
📍 Calgary�📅 July 2–4, 2026
Join educators and leaders from across Alberta to grow, connect, and lead in ways that truly make a difference.

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I joined the Local 55 Women in Leadership Crew for a visit and a Calgary Wild FC game. The weather was the worst!! Not sure how the game ended. Toronto was leading 1-0 at halftime. That was when I wimped out. Still a great event. Thank you for organizing this ladies!!

Final Reminder Scholarship Applications Close Today!

ATA Local 55 is offering 12 scholarships of $1,000 each for Grade 12 students whose parent is an active Local 55 member and who will be attending post‑secondary studies in September 2026.

⏳ Deadline: Today Friday, May 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM
📄 Apply here: https://tinyurl.com/L55-SCHOLARSHIP
🌐 More information: www.atalocal55.ca

Please share with eligible students — we don’t want anyone to miss this opportunity!

Join us tomorrow!

ATA Local 55 is pleased to offer a hands‑on Photography Skills Workshop led by award‑winning wildlife photographer Dawnelle Salant.

This professional development session will introduce foundational photography concepts — including composition, lighting, and visual storytelling — with a focus on wildlife and landscape photography. These skills are not only valuable personally but can also be applied in classroom activities with students.

📅 May 30, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Calgary Zoo
💲 $20 for ATA Local 55 Members

All skill levels are welcome, and participants may use any device capable of taking photos.
Register at www.atalocal55.ca.

Looking forward to a creative and inspiring session.