STAND
FOR
SPACE
Share your story
We know that after years of underfunding education across the province, we have reached a tipping point in Alberta schools. How has the space crisis in Edmonton Public Schools impacted you?
We want to hear your stories and experiences related to the impact of school crowding. If you have faced challenges or witnessed the consequences of school crowding, please consider sharing your insights and thoughts. We want to hear how you have taken a stand for space.
We will share these stories to highlight the critical nature of the space issue in Edmonton Public Schools. Your perspective is valuable and highlights the need for action.
Can We Make the Grade? Our Stories
Student Squeeze: The Alarming Impact
Navigating busy school hallways for a student with mobility challenges is amplified in the overcrowded hallways of our neighbourhood Edmonton School. For our student they become particularly anxious every time the bell rings.
As we consider the general overcrowding situation, let's also ensure we are considering the urgent need for inclusive solutions that will ensure every student, regardless of physical ability will thrive in our schools.
Breaking Point: Inside a Crowded Class
Our family has reached a breaking point, the sheer number of students in the classroom means we have resorted to checking boxes.
Present: check.
And that is it.
The teachers are doing their best, but in a classroom at capacity with a diversity of needs, the quality of education has eroded leaving no room for personal attention. This has created an environment of competition in the classroom, all students trying to get the attention of their teacher. For our child, we have seen increased frustration with school and overall a diminished enthusiasm for learning.
We are heartbroken.
Desparate Measures: A Student Speaks Out
High school is overwhelming. The biggest adjustment I have had to make is planning to go to the bathroom between 80 minute classes. Along with the other 2100 students.
Despite my best efforts to focus on academics, overcrowding makes it an uphill battle - as the population is so large the number of students who are sick and come to school sick has become a normal thing. Crowding has affected my ability to concentrate on the important things and also my physical well-being.
