The Calgary Board of Education celebrated its 125th anniversary with inspirational messages from Pat Cochrane, Chair, Board of Trustees, and Naomi Johnson, Chief Superintendent on Monday, March 1 at the Education Centre.

After the congratulatory messages, a six minute retrospective video was shown. Our gratitude and appreciation goes to the students and teachers at the schools who participated in the video – you were fabulous! Thank you for taking time out of your studies and, in some cases, braving the cold outdoor temperatures to appear in the video.

Following the trip down memory lane, guests and speakers convened on the Plaza level of the Ed Centre where Lynn Ferguson, Vice Chair, Board of Trustees and Pat Cochrane, cut the ceremonial anniversary cake. The cake was designed by prize-winning cake decorator, Estelle Stensby. The floral arrangements were created by Virginia McConnell. Both Estelle and Virginia are continuing education instructors with CBE’s Chinook Learning Services.

As people enjoyed a slice of the anniversary cake or a cupcake and coffee, a PowerPoint Presentation played in the auditorium. The slide show depicted the different architectural styles of schools over the last century. Special thanks to Darcia Pullan for her hard work in compiling the presentation.

Congratulations to everyone at the Calgary Board of Education!

Please take a moment to view the video and slide presentation and enjoy!