Borrow Anywhere, Return Anywhere Library Program Launched - Education Minister Marilyn More borrows a book from the Atlantic School of Theology library using her Halifax Public Libraries card during the launch of Borrow Anywhere/Return Anywhere program today, Oct. 21. AST Library Director Joyce Thomson watches while librarian technician Ian Fraser checks out the book for Minister More.

Yoga Among New Offerings This School Year - Yoga, expanded co-op education and revamped family studies are among new course offerings this school year. Yoga 11, which was successfully piloted in three school boards last year, along with Fitness Leadership 11 and Physically Active Living 11 are being introduced as options to fulfill Nova Scotia's phys ed graduation requirement. Education Minister Marilyn More says Yoga is part of government's commitment to develop physical education programs that interest girls and inspire them to get active. The department is also expanding co-operative education program, introducing new curriculum in family studies, the arts and construction trades.

Deputy Premier Frank Corbett announces a $7.5 million investment - Deputy Premier Frank Corbett announces a $7.5 million investment by the province in Cape Breton University's Centre for Sustainability in Energy and Environment on Oct. 9 in Sydney. The $15 million centre will find industrial pollution solutions and to develop clean, green energy.

Stand Up Against Bullying Day - Students and staff at Hebbville Academy in Hebbville wear pink and form a giant peace sign in honour of Stand Up Against Bullying Day. [Photo by Patrick Hirtle, Lighthouse Media Group]

Education Minister Marilyn More looks over books for Healthy Mind/Healthy Body - Education Minister Marilyn More looks over books from the Healthy Mind/Healthy Body mental health program with Grade 4/5 students Riley Shea (left)and Lauren Giffin of Portland Estates Elementary School in Dartmouth. Healthy Mind/Healthy Body resources supplement the province's new enhanced health education curriculum, which includes mental health as one of six priority areas.