Edmonton Catholic Schools
Damaris A.B. currently serves as a Teacher and Special Education Teacher at Edmonton Public Schools since September 2015, specializing in special needs education for both Secondary and Elementary levels. Additionally, Damaris has worked as an Educational Assistant at Edmonton Catholic Schools since January 2019 and as a Community Resource Worker with McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association since June 2015. Damaris holds a Master's in Educational Studies with a focus on Education and Teaching from KU Leuven and a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Curriculum Studies and Teaching/Biology from the University of Buea. Damaris also pursued Special Education at the University of Alberta and is currently working towards a Bachelor's degree in Social Work at the University of Calgary, expected to be completed in June 2024.
Edmonton Catholic Schools
People often ask "Why Catholic education? Why integrate faith, life and culture with education?" The answer is the same today as it was in 1888 - to help future citizens discern and develop their God-given talents and reach academic success. That is the Catholic way. Inspired by our Division's mission and vision statements, Edmonton Catholic Schools is committed to offering a Christ-centered, competency-based learning experience for all learners. Guided by our moral compass, students and staff will engage individually and collaboratively in serving the common good today while being good stewards for tomorrow. Our Mission Edmonton Catholic School Division provides a Catholic education that inspires students to learn and that prepares them to live fully and to serve God in one another. Our Vision Our students will learn together, work together and pray together in answering the call to a faith-filled life of service. Our Values • Dignity and Respect • Honesty • Loyalty • Fairness • Personal and Communal Growth