Alberta School Councils' Association

Congratulations to newly elected Canadian School Boards Association President Shali Baziuk!

looks forward to seeing the impact of your leadership at the national level while continuing to work together locally in support of students, families, and public education.

Today, on National Indigenous Peoples Day, we recognize and honour the histories, cultures, languages, contributions, and enduring strength of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.

This day is also an opportunity to reflect on the importance of learning and truth telling as part of reconciliation. The work of the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation helps ensure truths shared by Residential School Survivors, families, and communities are honoured and carried forward.

Learning matters. Listening matters. Reconciliation requires both.

Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day! Celebrated each year on the summer solstice, is a time to honour the languages, teachings, traditions, and cultures of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across Turtle Island.

As Grandfather Sun shines longest and brightest today, we hope you are feeling energized and ready for a fresh start to the season.

Strategic Planning with Jacquie Surgenor Gaglione from Leadership and Life. Looking forward to spending more time with this group of passionate parents.

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Rainy day Board meetings are the best ☔️

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is pleased to welcome Shelley Odishaw as the association's new Executive Director.

“We are thrilled to have Shelley joining us in this role,” said Association President Meagan Parisian. “Shelley’s commitment to public education and parent engagement through school councils, as well as her previous experience with the organization, make her the perfect fit for the role.”

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This week marked our final education partner meeting of the school year. Together, we discussed advocacy priorities, upcoming staffing and board changes, reflections from recent conferences and professional development, and the work still ahead to strengthen engagement and connections across school communities.

This point in the year always feels familiar: part wrap-up, part looking ahead.

As we move toward the annual illusion of “summer break” (because planning season), we’re grateful for the relationships, collaboration, and shared commitment that continue to move this work forward.

Thank you to our education partners for another year of robust conversations, candid dialogue, and a collective focus on supporting students and families.

Here’s to finding moments to recharge this summer and to continuing the work together in the next school year.

Alberta School Boards Association

June offers an opportunity to learn more about two important parts of Canada's history and ongoing story: National Indigenous History Month and Pride Month.

While these observances recognize different histories, experiences, and communities, there are also important points of connection. The history and contributions of Two-Spirit people remind us that Indigenous and LGBTQIA+ histories are not separate stories, but often intersect in meaningful ways. Understanding those connections helps build a fuller picture of Canada's past and present.

If you're interested in exploring the history, people, milestones, and experiences connected to Indigenous History Month, Pride Month, and Two-Spirit communities, Historica Canada and The Canadian Encyclopedia provide excellent resources to help start the journey.

Have you had a chance to check out the May edition of The Learning Team?

Find the latest issue www.thelearningteam.ca/