Dr. Gordon Higgins has partnerships with several outside agencies/companies who provide ongoing support to our students and their families. Some of the partnerships include:
- Norton Rose Fulbright - provides field trip opportunities, writing contests, food and volunteers
- Staples - school supplies (Back Pack for Kids program)
- Education Matters - grants from private donors (could include: food subsidies, learning opportunities, resources)
- Brown Bagging for Calgary Kids (bb4ck) - provides funds for the school to purchase snacks/lunch foods for students who require food. You can sign-up via their website: https://bb4ck.org/help/
- President's Choice Children's Charity - provides funds for the school to purchase snacks/lunch foods for students who require food
- Anonymous donor - 32 Chromebooks donated to the school to lend to families in need of technology while at home learning is taking place
Support for Families at the CBE
There are several organizations in the NE providing resources (food) to families who need support. Please see the links to the side of this page for additional information.
