Calgary students back in school but some classes are already overwhelmed

Calgary students back in school but some classes are already overwhelmed

September 8, 2023 6:50 pm MST.

With students returning to school this week, the issue of overcrowding is rearing its head again with cases of students sitting on floors and counters. Silvia Naranjo reports.

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