Blog

Every school year is filled with events, activities, and celebrations. You can stay up to date with all the amazing things that occur at CA below.

Celebration of Learning
July 2, 2021 4 min read

Exemplary Practice and Student Showcase

We are excited to announce Becky Funk as the recipient of the Exemplary Practice award for her work as a Music teacher and leadership with FestivARTS. Grade 12 Student Thomas D. was honoured as the recipient of the Student Showcase award for his creativity in the drama program and collaboration in the school community. 

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Events
July 2, 2021 2 min read

New Family Welcome 2021

From June 21 to June 23, Calgary Academy welcomed over 100 new families to the school community for the annual New Family Orientation. COVID-19 may have altered the event this year, but it did not take away from the fun!

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Alumni
June 15, 2021 2 min read

Drama? Dram-Yeah!

2021-2022 saw big changes in the Drama department at CA. The students were back in business with live productions to almost-full crowds. Smiling theatre goers and rounds of applause made for a world of difference to the kids in these programs. Back is the sense of community through participation, and a tangible reward for all…

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General
June 15, 2021 3 min read

Staffing Updates

There have been some changes occurring in our staffing at CA over the past few months as well. Of course, we always have new staff joining us and they are excited to be part of the CA family as they are filling in positions of maternity leaves and staff moving on to other exciting adventures…

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Uncategorized
June 9, 2021 3 min read

Introducing Your Blended+ Teachers

Blended+ is launching this fall for Grades 9-10 and we are excited to formally introduce your program teachers! Read more about Kim Petersen and Charles Brodeur and find out why they are excited for Blended+.

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Altruism
June 8, 2021 3 min read

Alumni Spotlight: Anna Dawson

Respect. Enthusiasm. Altruism. Commitment. Honesty. The REACH principles are the core principles that guide the way CA students interact with each other and the world. Anna Dawson (’19), has stayed connected to the school even after graduation and is actively living the principle of altruism.

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Integrated Studies
June 1, 2021 3 min read

Making Music in a Pandemic

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic shifting learning from in-person to online numerous times throughout the school year, Calgary Academy staff and students have embraced the opportunities presented from these ever-changing realities. 

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Events
June 1, 2021 2 min read

FestivARTS Recap

This past weekend, FestivARTS made its debut. Clinicians from across the globe, students and teachers from across Canada, all supported by a strong CA Team.

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Blended+
May 20, 2021 4 min read

A Parent Perspective on Blended+

Parents have many school and program choices and making the right choice for our kids and for our families can be daunting.

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Events
May 6, 2021 2 min read

The 2021 Legacy Award Fundraiser

Last year, despite turbulence and challenges, the Class of 2020 fulfilled a Calgary Academy tradition. Every year, the graduating class creates something for the rest of the CA community to benefit from.

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Alumni
May 5, 2021 3 min read

Alumni Spotlight: Sean Thornhill

Creativity. Adaptability. Passion. Grit. These qualities are essential for any top chef but are also needed by top chefs during a global pandemic.

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Blended+
April 23, 2021 2 min read

A Reimagined School Schedule with Blended+

Most of us are familiar with a one-size-fits-all school schedule where students switch classes each time the bell rings. What if schedules could be personalized?

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