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EducationMatters @EdMattersYYC

Public education in Calgary is best when the community participates to ensure that disadvantaged students succeed & that every student is ready for adult life.

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EducationMatters@EdMattersYYC
27 Sep 2024
From K-12 and beyond, EducationMatters is proud to support Calgary public school students through every step of their educational journey. Learn more about us here: educationmatters.ca/about/en…
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Thank you to our 2024 Back to School Backpacks & Essentials sponsors for supporting CBE students! PC Corp, RGO, AltaGas, Whitecap Resources
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Although Monday was the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, Indigenous history and stories must be shared year-round. Orange Shirt Day founder Phyllis Webstad has put together a list of must-read books for children and teens by Indigenous writers: cbc.ca/books/29-must-read-bo…

29 must-read books for children and teens by Indigenous writers, curated by Phyllis Webstad | CBC...

Sept. 30 is Orange Shirt Day. It's also known as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day in honour of the Indigenous children who were sent away to residential schools in Canada. Phyllis...

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26 Sep 2024
Older buddies helping tie dye orange shirts so they can be worn in honour of Orange Shirt Day. #wearecbe ⁦@yyCBEdu⁩ ⁦@Indigenous_cbe⁩
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The CBE Welcome Centre is a beacon of support for Calgary's newcomer students. It provides essential resources, guidance, and a warm welcome to thousands of new students and families each year. Join us in supporting their journey! educationmatters.ca/project-…
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Help change the lives of countless Calgary public school students by becoming a monthly donor to EducationMatters. Your support can significantly impact students and ensure they have the resources they need to succeed. educationmatters.ca/campaign…
Images of stick figures - one knocking down a wall, another kicking in a door, another walking over a bridge. Equal sign = Image of various students in grad cap and gown celebrating graduation. EducationMatters, Calgary's trust for public education

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The school year has started, but Calgary kids still need your support. For just $50, you can provide a backpack and essential school supplies to a @yyCBEdu student in need. Learn more & donate today: educationmatters.ca/back-to-…
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EducationMatters@EdMattersYYC
4 Sep 2024
It's a busy time of year, so why not pick up lunch or dinner in the Beltline? Pop over to StrEATS on 11th Ave this week and mention EducationMatters and 20% of your bill will go towards providing backpacks and school supplies for @yycbedu students in need! #SupportLocalYYC
Tacos! Burritos! Poutine! Pick up dinner for your family or put together a lunch order for your co-workers from StrEATS Beltline between September 2nd and September 8th, mention fundraiser code EducationMatters when ordering, or enter code EducationMatters at checkout online and 20% of your bill will be donated to Back to School Backpacks & Essentials! *Only applicable at StrEATS Beltline location at 555 11 Avenue SW, Calgary *Excludes alcohol

ALT Tacos! Burritos! Poutine! Pick up dinner for your family or put together a lunch order for your co-workers from StrEATS Beltline between September 2nd and September 8th, mention fundraiser code EducationMatters when ordering, or enter code EducationMatters at checkout online and 20% of your bill will be donated to Back to School Backpacks & Essentials! *Only applicable at StrEATS Beltline location at 555 11 Avenue SW, Calgary *Excludes alcohol
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Busy #yyc parents and educators: @SkipTheDepot now recycles bottles, clothing, and electronics right from your doorstep! Book a pickup today and support students through EducationMatters at the same time. Get the app: app.skipthedepot.com/educati…
Save time, Support students, SkipTheDepot Download the SkipTheDepot app Select EducationMatters as your charity of choice and use promo code EduMatters

ALT Save time, Support students, SkipTheDepot Download the SkipTheDepot app Select EducationMatters as your charity of choice and use promo code EduMatters
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Indigenous gardens, classroom nutrition, playground enhancement, holiday hampers, and musical instruments are just some examples of what dozens of @yyCBEdu schools crowdfunded for through EducationMatters last year. What does your school community need? educationmatters.ca/home-pag…
Four circles showing students: 1) Children feeding a giraffe at a zoo 2) A teen playing tuba 3) Children on a playground 4) Child eating lunch at school EducationMatters, Calgary's trust for public education

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Make a big impact piece by piece by becoming a monthly EducationMatters donor. Just $10 a month can really add up and help #yyc public school students from kindergarten through to graduation. educationmatters.ca/campaign…
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#ICYMI important cellphone rule change for #yyc students:
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Happy First Day of School!
Child kissing mom on the cheek as she loads him into a minivan EducationMatters, Calgary's trust for public education

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Happy Pride Week, Calgary! At EducationMatters, we’re proud to stand with LGBTQ2S students and are committed to building a more inclusive and supportive community for everyone.
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Establish an EducationMatters Student Award and leave a legacy that will last generations. Learn more: educationmatters.ca/campaign…
Nine-tenths of education is encouragement. - Anatole France

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The first day of school is only two weeks away! Now is the best time to start planning your school's fundraising strategy for the 2024-25 school year. educationmatters.ca/home-pag…
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Join us in helping @yyCBEdu students head back to school with the supplies they need to thrive. A small donation can make a big difference. Support our Back to School Backpacks & Essentials campaign: educationmatters.ca/campaign…
Girl wearing purple backback Have Their Back EducationMaters Calgary's trust for public education

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You can support Calgary schools by simply sending a text message. Find your CBEbschool's keyword at the link below: educationmatters.ca/text-to-…
EducationMatters Text to Donate Support Calgary students in 5 easy steps 1. Text the keyword EdMatters to 30333 2. Confirm $5 or $10 donation (gets charged to your phone bill) 3. Help thousands of public school students 4. Tell a friend to do steps 1-3 5. Smile. You made a difference today! Want to donate to a specific CBE school? Follow the same steps as above and include the school's keyword ie: EdMatters LSHORE

ALT EducationMatters Text to Donate Support Calgary students in 5 easy steps 1. Text the keyword EdMatters to 30333 2. Confirm $5 or $10 donation (gets charged to your phone bill) 3. Help thousands of public school students 4. Tell a friend to do steps 1-3 5. Smile. You made a difference today! Want to donate to a specific CBE school? Follow the same steps as above and include the school's keyword ie: EdMatters LSHORE
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EducationMatters is proud to support @yyCBEdu students every step of the way, from Kindergarten to Grade 12 and beyond.
Four images showing a student making their way from kindergarten to school to graduating to getting a job. EducationMatters, Calgary's trust for public education

ALT Four images showing a student making their way from kindergarten to school to graduating to getting a job. EducationMatters, Calgary's trust for public education
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