Sofia Proshyna, a Grade 10 student at Centennial High School in Calgary, is still adjusting to understanding English in school after moving to Canada from Ukraine in February. The Calgary Catholic School District is facing challenges due to a significant increase in the number of newcomer students, causing concerns about overcrowded schools. Organisations like the Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth are witnessing a substantial rise in the number of students requiring support. Both the Calgary Board of Education (CBE) and the Calgary Catholic School District are taking measures to address these pressures by increasing budgets, hiring more teachers and educational assistants, and providing additional support services for newcomer students. However, teachers and support groups acknowledge the need for more resources and personalised assistance to ensure the successful integration of newcomer students into the school system.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/calgary-schools-newcomer-student-pressures-1.6962925
