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CBC
10-07-2025
- Politics
- CBC
Alberta education minister to give update on new rules for school library books
Social Sharing Alberta's education minister is set to provide an update today on the development of new provincial rules for school library books. Demetrios Nicolaides announced in May that Alberta would be setting new standards for the books. He said the review came after his ministry became aware of four coming-of-age graphic novels in school libraries in Edmonton and Calgary. Nicolaides said each of the books contained inappropriate content, including graphic sexual material as well as depictions of molestation, drug and alcohol use. A government survey on the topic launched after Nicolaides's announcement found that the majority of respondents across demographics didn't support the government setting new standards for library books. Critics have said the government seems more concerned about engaging in culture-war politics than student well-being, noting that each of the books Nicolaides said he was looking to take off shelves dealt with 2SLGBTQ+ subject matter.
CTV News
10-07-2025
- Politics
- CTV News
Alberta education minister to give update on new rules for school library books
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, right, stands with new Minister of Education and Childcare, Demetrios Nicolaides, following a swearing in ceremony in Calgary, Alta., Friday, May 16, CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh CALGARY — Alberta's education minister is set to provide an update today on the development of new provincial rules for school library books. Demetrios Nicolaides announced in May that Alberta would be setting new standards for the books. He said the review came after his ministry became aware of four coming-of-age graphic novels in school libraries in Edmonton and Calgary. Nicolaides said each of the books contained inappropriate content, including graphic sexual material as well as depictions of molestation, drug and alcohol use. A government survey on the topic launched after Nicolaides' announcement found that the majority of respondents across demographics didn't support the government setting new standards for library books. Critics have said the government seems more concerned about engaging in culture-war politics than student well-being, noting that each of the books Nicolaides said he was looking to take off shelves dealt with LGBTQ+ subject matter. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 10, 2025. The Canadian Press
BBC News
12-05-2025
- General
- BBC News
Ofsted praises Codsall school where reading a priority
A Staffordshire headteacher says she is proud a recent Ofsted inspection had found "continued high standards" at her Nicholas Church of England First School had taken "effective action" to maintain the standards identified during a previous visit, according to Jodie Parker, chief executive officer of Codsall Multi-Academy Trust, said she was pleased all three schools had been recognised with positive inspection outcomes over the last 18 months."The most recent inspection at St Nicholas CE First School celebrates inclusivity, staff expertise and the high levels of care," she said. Ms Parker added: "We look forward to continuing the work to ensure that the children and young people in our area get the best that we can offer."In their report, inspectors described it as a welcoming school, where pupils had "a deep sense of belonging"."The school's values of respect, perseverance, care, trust and thankfulness are central to its work", they said. Inspectors felt the curriculum had been carefully designed and staff were clear about the expectations in each year was a high priority, they said, and school governors shared the school's ambitions for its noted the writing curriculum was not consistently implemented, however, and as a result standards in writing were not as high as those in other school had also not made sure all staff knew how to support all pupils effectively and that this had affected how well some pupils with special education needs and/or disabilities (SEND) had were advised to ensure all staff had the necessary expertise to support pupils with SEND the report highlighted that St Nicholas was an inclusive school, and pupils with SEND were included in all aspects of school life. 'Respectful' pupils Ofsted also found teachers were ambitious for what pupils could achieve and children attending the school achieved high expected pupils to follow rules and routines called "The St Nicholas Way" which were followed well, according to the continued that children were "incredibly polite and respectful".Extra-curricular activities included football, a vocal group and a first-aid have also visited a farm to learn about growing food - as well as growing vegetables at school and making children had learned to play musical instruments and performed alongside the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, the report said. Follow BBC Stoke & Staffordshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
