Carl Safran B.Sc. MEd Ed.D. LL.D. (1917–2005) was Alberta's first school psychologist and began the Special Education system in the province. As the Chief Superintendent of the Calgary Board of Education, he was instrumental in bringing mentally challenged children into the public school system. He authored several key educational textbooks and culture-induced intelligence tests that are still in use throughout the world today. Considered to be an articulate, compelling speaker, he was a guest lecturer at a variety of notable universities. He is survived by his widow, Mercia (née Weitzman) and his two daughters, Dr. Jaclyn Safran M.D. and Laura Safran.
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1917
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2005 (aged 87)
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