A legislative sitting that analysts say was definedby a provincial government determined to expand its powers ended Wednesday afternoon with limited debate timeson some of the most controversial bills.

Albertas education minister is considering whether the provinces schools need consistent rules about cellphones and other smart devices in classrooms.

Edmonton Public Schools can afford to addjust four full-time teaching positions next year while it prepares for an influx of more than 3,000 new students.

Diverse schools across Alberta have agreed to participate in a pilot of the provinces new elementary social studies curriculum, Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides says.

While still premier, Jason Kenney announced the statue would be located outside provincial government offices at the McDougall Centre.

The Alberta government wants to give itself new powers to more quickly manage forest fires, floods, droughts and other emergencies.