Campus Calgary / Open Minds

We recently hosted @yycccom coordinators at the ConocoPhillips Hub for Inspired Learning. The day provided wonderful opportunities to connect, explore, and share in collaborative conversations. 💡 #PhotoDescription Several images feature the Open Minds Coordinator Meeting at Werklund Centre.

Applications for the 2026-2027 School Year are due in ONE WEEK! We are VERY excited to see your application, with your hopes and dreams for you and your students for next year! Due Wednesday May 6th, by 11:59 p.m. See the link in our bio for more information and to apply. @yycbedu @calgarycatholicschooldistrict

Today’s @yycccom coordinator meeting provided opportunities to connect with personalization and slowing down and going deeper. Hosted @werklundcentre , we explored portraiture and what characteristics about ourselves we wanted to highlight in our work. There were many laughs and sharing of ideas and suggestions. It was wonderful to connect in this way. We also shared in collaborative conversations, continuing to look at our collective why and its importance. There are many upcoming #yycCCOM events such as preparing for applications and workshops, that were focuses of conversation. @yycbedu @calgarycatholicschooldistrict

How are we all connected? @woodbinecbe Grade 1s have explored with @2schoolyyc this week discovering how they are connected to Calgary. After the big snow yesterday, there was ample opportunity today to enjoy the sunshine while learning about how people and wildlife use St. Patrick’s Island. Some students even saw beaver prints! Seeing ‘wild’ spaces within the downtown help students connect this experience to their nearby Fish Creek Park. @yycbedu #yycCCOM

How are we all connected to the land, and why is it important for us to care for it and understand our impact on it? Chris Akkerman students engage with Forest Bathing as part of their City EcoAction School experience @calgaryparks . Engaging in nature-based activities help people deepen their self-awareness and understanding of the natural world. @yycbedu #yycCCOM

How can design meet the needs of a changing community? The Big Question that Connaught grade 5s are exploring @glenbowranchparkfoundation Outdoor Leadership School. Having opportunities to spend time in nature, seeing the decisions that the park foundation makes, helps students better understand the role of design for humans and wildlife. @yycbedu #yycCCOM

Sustainability, problem solving, and urban planning design. The Big Ideas that @dcnorthgate students are investigating @cityofcalgary City Hall School this week. Having meetings with Fair Entry and Mayor @jeromyyyc , students are able to learn about how Calgary is sustainable and problem solves to meet the needs of citizens. @yycbedu #yycCCOM

What does it mean to be EXTRA-ordinary? Sometimes, it’s just moments of pure bliss! Belvedere Parkway Gr 1s have explored this big question @werklundartsed this week. With student quotes of “It’s like a dream come true” and “I’ve learned this week how to be extraordinary” — it’s evident the impact of learning through the arts and working together in community, has had on these kiddos. @yycbedu #yycCCOM

How are we connected to ourselves, to other people, and to the world around us, and why does that matter? @thehamptonsschoolyyc students explore @calgaryparks Inglewood Bird Sanctuary for their 5-day field study as part of City EcoAction School. Learning about how parks are designed for human users and wildlife, from a Parks Ecologist, helps students better understand the intentional decision making that goes into all aspects of parks and their design. @yycbedu #yycCCOM

What does it mean to belong? @2schoolyyc students, from Eric Harvie School, are seeing how are spaces designed for people. How does design impact how we feel in different spaces and influence our sense of belonging? @yycbedu #yycCCOM

How do stories plant seeds of empathy? The big question that @ecole_hvs_school_cbe students are exploring @calgarylibrary school this week. Learning about Indigenous Placemaking at CPL helps them better understand the role of libraries in community and how they can make connections. @yycbedu #yycCCOM

There are so many reasons to be excited about applying for the 26-27 school year. When site coordinators share all the following about ‘why’ #yycCCOM and ‘why’ their site - there’s so much inspiration and opportunity for connection. -Building a relationship with community and our city. -get to know wild neighbours and connecting with the land. -What is recreation? What is play? What is wellness? -planting the seeds of hope and shifting perspective. -taste of performing arts -everyone belongs and we’re about building community -engaging with civic partners and exploring downtown -Culture. Community. Empathy. Ignite creativity and refresh your connection. -a place where your students can see themselves as part of community. -excitement to launch student learning. -what an opportunity for you to step up and be brave with your students. -engage with experts passionate about their work. -about people and what’s happening around us. -so many opportunities - working together to meet student needs. Thanks for joining us - we look forward to seeing your applications. Due May 6th - see the link in our bio for application information. @yycbedu @calgarycatholicschooldistrict