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The Cutting Edge Tech in the Classroom 10 Technology of Today Will Shape Smartphone Health Risks 12 the Classroom of Tomorrow Balancing Screen Time 14

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Welcome to Volume 13 of Guide to major curiosities that are on the In the spirit of technology, Schools Magazine, we hope that minds of most parents, educators, you can also download a EDITORIAL you find this edition to be insightful, and students. copy of this magazine at PUBLISHER inspiring, and informative. This guidetoschools.ca and Jonathan Molina edition explores the advances in Our goal in writing this edition is to keep up to date with our technology and the impact that spark conversation on the subject latest articles by following EDITOR IN CHIEF they will have on your child’s of technology and help families us on Facebook @ Brooke Anderson development. We hope to shed make informed decisions about guidetoschools.ca. CONTRIBUTING WRITERS light on key issues, celebrate how technology will be used in their Benson Clegghorn, Brooke Anderson, Bonnie Blasetti-Clendon, Brittany Ayotte, Jaye Harry, Kate Young revolutions, and make predictions own homes. Every family dynamic Warm regards, for the rapidly approaching future. is different and each household is Brooke Anderson The Guide to Schools magazine unique, however a constant among ART & DESIGN was founded to empower parents us all is growing technology. We ART DIRECTION/DESIGN and students with high quality need to learn how to harness its Eddie Garraway information, making a difference in power without abusing it. the way we look at education. WEBSITE MANAGER In addition to our editorial content, Eddie Garraway The transformative effect of Guide to Schools Magazine is technology is all around us. Even best known for our unbiased MARKETING in the last 10 years we’ve seen comparison of schools so that New Wave incredible developments from your family can make educated a world where laptops were the decisions about which institution most common form of mobile fits the needs of your children. It’s ADVERTISING computing, yet now we see almost within these pages that we break SALES EXECUTIVES every adult (and most teenagers) down the questions you have and Denice Hansen with a powerful mini computer in provide some answers. Jhalmar Molina their pocket. Sandy McRae I speak on behalf of the Guide to Technology is evolving at an Schools staff when I say that it ADVERTISING INQUIRIES unprecedented rate. Younger has been a pleasure to produce Guide to Schools generations are already exposed the 2018 edition of Guide to (403) 457-0919 x 222 to digital technologies on a daily Schools, and we all hope that [email protected] basis while virtual and augmented you enjoy the read. We believe www.guidetoschools.ca/advertise realities that might seem far off in the power of knowledge to are just as their name suggests - inspire and build confidence CIRCULATION & DISTRIBUTION reality. As technology continues in our future generations. to permeate our lives, it’s time to Disticor Inc. draw attention to the fact that it will The Globe & Mail also have a profound impact on our education systems. PUBLISHED BY NEW WAVE Technology is also transforming FOUNDING PARTNER the workplace and creating Tara Molina new job opportunities that are FOUNDING PARTNER incredibly high in demand which Jonathan Molina we will explore later in this edition. By embracing new innovations, we CORPORATE OFFICE can harness these changes and Unit C, 722 11th Ave SW give our youth the tools needed to Calgary, AB T2R 0E4 succeed in the workforce. t. 403.457.0919 [email protected] f. 403.457.0920 www.new-wavemedia.com This magazine looks at the impact New Wave, Guide to Schools, its officers, directors, employees or agents make no recommendations as to the purchase or sale of any product, service, or other item. All views expressed in all articles are of technology on children’s those of the authors and not necessarily those of New Wave Strategic Marketing. All letters and their contents sent to the Guide to Schools become sole property of New Wave Strategic Marketing and development from many different may be used and published in any manner whatsoever without limit and without obligation and without liability to the author thereof. perspectives such as how © 2018 Guide to Schools, a New Wave publication. All rights reserved. education is evolving, the impact Publications Mail Agreement No. 40831043 of technology on our children’s Return undeliverable Canadian addresses to: health, making informed decisions New Wave Unit C, 722 11th Ave SW Calgary, AB T2R 0E4 about screen time, and preparing students for exciting new (and necessary) career paths. These listed topics are inspired by the

8 Guide to Schools 2018 Guide to Schools 2018 9 The Cutting Edge As technology advances it is inevitable Technology of Today that it will shape the Will Shape the classroom of the future. There are endless possibilities to merge Classroom of both the education sector and the tech industry, but what does Tomorrow that look like?

Written by Andrew Brown Social Media Will Increase Collaboration Virtual Reality Brings Education to Life Social Media has been heavily demonized as a distraction in Imagine a classroom where students can just strap on a virtual the classroom or a potential source of bullying, but there are reality headset and become immersed in a different time or many positive aspects of online networking. Social media different place. The options of where to go would be endless. has given students the ability to coordinate their collaborative Field trips could take the shape of ancient Rome, or students Technology is growing, and soon a younger generation of projects more effectively with group chat and easy file shar- could even visit another country in modern day. Imagine being teachers who grew up with the Age of the Internet (yes, mil- ing among peers. Facebook groups and apps such as Slack immersed in another time, another culture, or even a different lennials), will take the reins. What will happen once the digital allow people to work together and share resources. Many of province is an exciting thought, and we’re not that far off. Virtual world completely infiltrates the classrooms? What might the these platforms even allow for teacher or parent moderation. reality video games are becoming increasingly mainstream. nipulate objects, and stream videos from the internet. Emerging education of future generations look like? With online group communications already available today, the Right now virtual reality video games allows you to explore the software also allows teachers to connect with their students future only stands to offer students even more ways to work bottom of an ocean or make music with digital instruments. As computer devices and beam them content. In the coming together through online mediums and most importantly, more 3D Printing Presents New Possibilities this technology becomes more affordable, it will be natural fit years, this experience will only become more seamless. The oversight from their guardians. for the classroom. Being immersed in an experience gives it life, screeching sound of fingernails being run down the chalkboard 3D printing allows creativity to run wild by allowing students thus making it more memorable. Education becomes reality. will be a distant memory. to translate virtual models into something they can touch Teleconferencing Will Bring Experts and experience. Instead of simply drawing a model on paper, to the Classroom Biometrics Could Provide Valuable Insight students will be able to realize it in full 3D glory. This interac- The Dog Can’t Eat Your Homework Anymore

tive technology is great news for kinesthetic learners and can Many schools across the world have adopted cloud comput- Video conferencing is not new technology, but with the advent In a distant future, expect biometric data to inform the science in turn can improve the cognitive development of our future ing as a tool used for homework collection. As the world turns of FaceTime and the prevalence of broadband internet con- of learning. When a student shows interest in a subject matter, architects, engineers and even surgeons. digital, paper assignments are declining. Not only does cloud nections long distance communication has never been easier. their heart rate increases slightly and their pupils dilate. This computing allow for schools and students to save money, it Imagine a physics class taught by a world renowned scien- information for an entire classroom of students can indicate 3D printing will also give teachers access to items they reduces paper consumption and promotes an eco-friendly tist or a literature study lead by a famous author. Even within whether a teacher is able to maintain the attention of their previously may not have been able to obtain. For example, initiative. Being able to complete homework online and upload school districts, many schools could be taught by a single audience. Biometric data may also help teachers flag stu- a teacher who is giving a lesson on ancient Greece would it enables teachers to track specifics of a student’s educa- teacher who is an expert at their craft, while classrooms are dents who are struggling or show an unhealthy level of stress be able to print a historically accurate eating utensil for the tion and streamline grades. Students also have the ability to facilitated by teacher aids. The possibilities are endless. through increased sweat activity or erratic heart palpitations. classroom to pass around and get a stronger sense for the work on papers and edit projects in real-time from different Biometrics are currently an area of interest for government material they are learning. devices. With real-time collaboration students can work with Digital Surfaces Will Dominate the Classroom regulation and access to biometric data from students may be their classmates on group projects, and teachers can provide shaped by the future of society’s perceptions and the senti- commentary inside the working document. The only downside As touchscreen technology becomes more affordable, expect it ment of political discourse. is that the dog might go hungry. to replace many of the static surfaces of the classroom. Digital whiteboards have existed for years, but generally provided an experience that was less fulfilling than a modern smartphone. In the coming years, expect chalkboards to be replaced with large touch capacitive screens where teachers can write, ma-

10 Guide to Schools 2018 Guide to Schools 2018 11 5 Health While technology has enabled us to do many things, Risks we will need to remember that Associated with our bodies need a break from it. Smartphones Overuse

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Neck Pain

The way we tend to look down at our phones (or computers) puts a strain on our necks. The human body was not designed to sit hunched over a computer or smartphone every day. Not only does this position cause neck pain, but it promotes poor posture as well. Instead, try to lift up your phone to be eye This will allow your body to resume its natural processes and level. A good solution for the computer is to put the desktop or prepare you for a better sleep. laptop on top of a thick book or lower your chair. The goal is to Have you ever felt a little sick but don’t know why? Or maybe have a straight back, and to keep your head and eyes forward Germs & Bacteria you get unexpected headaches with no known cause. It’s and level with the table. possible that this is coming from your mobile device! Check for limiting your mobile phone contact. Some precautionary out these 5 health hazards that are caused by devices. When was the last time you cleaned your phone? Studies have measures include sleeping with your mobile device 6 feet away Sleep Quality found that a common type of bacteria found on most phones from you and avoiding falling asleep with your phone in hand Radiation is coliform bacteria, which is a sign of fecal contamination. Re- or near your head. The circadian rhythm is the process that helps the body control member that the next time you put your phone up to your face! physiological routines. LiveScience.com states that “[circadian Using speaker phone or earphones is a great way to avoid The jury is still out on the long term effects of using a cell Eyesight rhythms] determine sleeping and feeding patterns, as well as this—or just clean your phone more often! phone that constantly transmits radiation signals. According brain activity, hormone production and cell regeneration.” Ac- to the World Health Organization, the radiation is classified as When it comes to our eyes, smartphones can have some nega- cording to the National Sleep Foundation, when it starts getting “possibly carcinogenic to humans”. As scientists continue to tive effects. Some symptoms of smartphone overuse include dark outside the body creates sleep hormones such as melato- research the effects that cell phone radiation might be hav- blurred vision, eye pain, and dry eyes. If you’re experiencing nin that help prepare the body for sleep. When we are looking at ing on our body, it is recommended that you take precautions these symptoms put the phone down and close your eyes for a screens like our smartphones and computers, we are blocking minute. Taking a break from screens is the best way to end the the natural process and making it more difficult for our bodies strain on your eyes. Remember that television is a screen too to fall to sleep resulting in a poor sleep quality. To reduce these so be careful when choosing your next activity. negative effects, put your screens away 30 minutes before bed. That means no television, tablets, computers, or phones.

12 Guide to Schools 2018 Guide to Schools 2018 13 Balancing Screen

With the advent of Time smartphones and tablets, is a Job technology has never been more prevalent for the in the lives of everyday Whole Family families. According to a study by Ipsus Reid, Written by Kate Young Canadians now spend face-to-face communication and relationship skills with more time on the internet family is vitally important for developing social skills. dren feel deprived if they do not have the latest smartphone. 3. Have work sessions with your kids. When you have than they do watching But it’s not just about kids wanting the newest gadgets. In work to do at home, make it a family work session. Your 2011, the United Nations declared internet access a basic hu- kids can do their homework or play games on their com- television. man right. As such, it has become nearly impossible in today’s puters, and you get the peace of a quiet home while work- society to function without basic access to the internet. ing and your kids can exercise their technological skills.

With the advent of smartphones and tablets, technology Technology is not going away, and it is not backing down. In 4. Take part in your kid’s online activities. If your child is has never been more prevalent in the lives of everyday fact, it continues to develop and evolve. Educational institu- playing a game, ask them to explain it to you or teach you families. According to a study by Ipsus Reid, Canadians tions and parents have a responsibility to our youth to teach, how to play. now spend more time on the internet than they do watch- That being said, time spent with digital devices is not guide, and support positive habits surrounding technology. ing television. Feedback from the Canadian Paediatric inherently bad. Recent studies have suggested that These positive habits come in the form of moderation. 5. Set time limits. Time limits on devices is a good way to Society, suggests that parents are overwhelmingly look- screen time is good for discovery learning and cognitive give your kids freedom, but allow room for other activi- ing for advice about how to set limits for their children’s development. The idea that with the use of technology, ties. For example, 30 minutes to an hour playing games or screen time. The effects of increased technology use is children’s interests turn into passion, and with the infinite As technology becomes a more integral part of everyday life, entertainment, then an hour of educational content. still being debated by social scientists, but a few trends amount of information that technology holds, children studies show that kids thrive with a balance of both screen have surfaced. According to the American Academy of can use this tool to guide their own learning. It has also time and time to unplug. Here are a few ways to set boundaries Pediatrics, overuse of digital mediums have been cor- been observed that exposure to digital media has the and make sure your child is getting the healthy balance they Encouraging healthy technological habits is a big responsibility related with physical inactivity, sleep disruption, and lack ability to increase empathy in youth, as well as accep- need. as many parents and adults struggle with it themselves. Tech- of socialization. tance of diversity according to David Buckingham in his nology and the internet have plenty of negative connotations 2013 book “Beyond Technology”. 1. Lead by example. If you are constantly on your phone when it comes to raising children, but you can change this or computer, your children will notice this and pick up on perception in your home. Technology is only going to evolve The speed at which technology is advancing is stunning. these habits. pend time unplugging yourself and be a role further, so as a parent, you have the power to support and Think about it, 10 years ago smartphones didn’t exist. model for your children. teach healthy routines and online activity. Prior to that, approximately 40 years ago, the first per- sonal computers entered the market. Nowadays, our chil- 2. Tech-free family activities. Whether it’s going for a walk, playing outside, working on a puzzle, or playing board games your entire family can unplug. Building strong

14 Guide to Schools 2018 Guide to Schools 2018 15 This report showed that by 2019 there will be approximately 182,000 jobs in information and communications technology will be left vacant because Canadians currently lack the skills Preparing Today’s needed for these jobs. It was found by the Conference Board of Canada in 2010 that a mere 21.2% of students graduate with degrees in math, sci- ence, computer science or engineering disciplines - a number Students for that is now declining.

Computer science graduates have the opportunity for jobs that are highly engaging, can be quite lucrative, and the high demand for these positions continue to rise rapidly. According to code.org, 71% of all new jobs in the U.S. are in the field of Tomorrow’s computing while only a stunning 8% of STEM (science, tech- nology, engineering, and mathematics) graduates specialize in In late 2016, the computer science. It seems counterintuitive that even with all the upsides of a computer science degree, students still aren’t Information and entering these programs. What is the reason for this discon- nect? Jobs Communications In Canada, it could be directly related to the fact that our primary education system doesn’t expose students to coding. Technology Coding for all intensive purposes is it’s own language, yet this Written by Brooke Anderson is a language that is not taught at schools. Here is something Council released a to consider, if a student didn’t learn french during grade school they might not pursue a degree in French. They probably comprehensive Labour wouldn’t even take a class. The same logic applies can be applied to coding which most students are never exposed to Market Outlook for in their standard curriculum. Let’s face it - technology is the core of modern society, when students are not taught the basic fundamentals of what makes up modern society we fail as Canada educators.

The viability of a career in technology shouldn’t be the only driving force behind teaching our students the science of cod- ing. It has been proven that coding also helps with other areas of academia. The foundation of all computer science is logic, which has been defined as studying what comes next. The focus on problem solving and building solutions using logic are completely transferable skills to other subject areas. Computer science can also help with students in their mathematical courses and applying those studies to real life situations.

Above all, technology exists as an essential tool of our every- day lives. It is no longer possible to live without technology in modern society. Understanding at a base level what technol- ogy is and how it can be manipulated is an irrefutable skill that all children should have the opportunity to be exposed to.

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20 Guide to Schools 2018 Guide to Schools 2018 21 Proper note taking is an essential aspect of learning. With proper notes, students are able to retain more information, it makes studying easier, and it helps students translate ideas into their own words.

In an increasingly technological world, handwritten notes they test with all the material - that includes the individ- are becoming a distant memory of the past. But is that a ual’s thoughts and exterior comments. When a student good thing? only writes down what the teacher provides on the board they’re missing out on the underlying information. Modern digital notes much faster which enables stu- dents to jot down everything they hear, they’re easier to The study of “haptics” looks at how our minds and compile into one study document that is far tidier than a bodies interact with the learning process. It turns out notebook, and they’re quick to share with classmates. that when the body is more physically active, the brain retains more information. The brain needs a workout too, In 2011, two European professors (Mangen & Velay) when the body is active it triggers more activity in the conducted a study focussed on the differences between brain. Hand written notes are messy, difficult, and cause What’s More Beneficial: writing notes and typing them and they found that stu- hand cramps, but it’s also rewarding! Encouraging your dents who take handwritten notes retain more informa- kids to write their notes in a notebook, to write their own tion than those who typed notes on a computer. While thoughts and the side comments of their teachers will it’s true that typing notes on a computer might be easier get them in the habit of proper note taking. This will, in and quicker for most modern students, they are likely not turn, give them the tools they need to succeed in a post- retaining as much of the information. secondary setting where note taking is one of the most Hand Writing important fundamentals that an student can have. It’s the process of Of course, with education systems becoming more and more tech-focused, it can be difficult to encourage note-taking that is the taking notes by hand with your kids. Handwritten notes Notes or might be making a comeback through new tablet tools real exercise—not the like the iPad. Tablet computers are a versatile tool that can be used to take notes with a digital pen and yet still finished product. allow keyboard input. Typing Notes? Whether a student is taking notes by handwriting digital- ly or on note paper, there are definite benefits. Perhaps Typing up notes makes it much easier for students to encourage your child to try handwriting their notes for a fall into the trap of simply writing what the educator is semester and see the effect it has on their grades. Written by Brooke Anderson saying verbatim. Consequently, it does not challenge the student to think actively about the content and does not force the student to be selective about what they write down. Even when students think they can hand write the notes later, they are missing out on the first hand learn- ing experience from the instructor. When educators test,

22 Guide to Schools 2018 Guide to Schools 2018 23 In October 2017, The World Health Organisation reported that about sugar is written in a completely different language. Some the number of obese children and adolescents, aged five to 19 secret names that added sugar goes by is fructose, gomme, years, worldwide has risen tenfold in the past four decades. So agave nectar, sucanat, and maltose the question is, what can this alarming number be attributed to? Is it about diet and exercise, or is it psychological, and is Technology can help improve your diet, with many label scan- technology to blame or is it part of the solution? ners and food trackers in the market, technology empowers parent to make informed decisions about the food that they are The Correlation Diet providing to their children. Knowing that your child’s afternoon treat has a high amount of sugar will help you make an in- There have been many food groups blamed throughout the formed decision, perhaps you can swap to a less sugary treat, years from high calories, fats and now we have a war against or make that afternoon snack a sometimes food. Between sugar. Added sugar has been proven to cause weight gain and to also have addictive properties. Information about fats Childhood and calories in our foods are difficult to find, but information Obesity and Technology Usage

Written by Kate Young During the past two decades, childhood obesity

has become a Exercise own toys, or they can play in the world’s best playground! We have already seen augmented reality encourage exercise with widespread epidemic The American Academy of Pediatrics have estimated that the pokemon, and other fitness accessories and apps that make average child spends around seven hours each day in front burning calories fun. But more than anything sports and being throughout the of these three screens; watching TV, browsing the internet, outdoors are some of the most rewarding activities for overall and playing video games. As children increase the amount physical and mental health. western world. of screen time, it is no surprise that the amount of time spent being active decreases. Not only does sitting on the couch Solution mean that calories aren’t being burnt thus being more likely to be overweight, but couch potato kids will also have weaker As parents our relationship with technology is confusing as it muscles and bones than kids who exercise regularly according can help the childhood obesity epidemic, but it is also part of to KidsHealth.org. the cause. Leading by example, making healthy food and drink choices, knowing what is in foods and making sure to get the Technology obviously is a hinder in this regard, as the screen whole family off the couch are all great places to start. Sure, we time is keeping children stationary rather than moving around could sit around waiting for these problems to change, but that and burning energy. Though, the future of play is evolving with is the problem. technology. Imagine a world where children can print their

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Forming healthy Eat real food: that means passing on processed and packaged foods and opting habits with your kids for fruit, vegetables and lean proteins. You can even make an activity out of eating whole food by teaching your kids how to grow their You want your kids to be happy and healthy. You’re committed to getting them a own food. This will not only get them involved, great education, but what else can you do to set them up for success in the future? 3 but will help them develop a lifelong skill that Developing healthy habits with your kids can help ensure they grow to be healthy, happy adults.

Here are a few tips you can use to help your kids develop healthy habits for life.

Schedule regular check-ups: prevention is the key to good Exercise: get the whole family involved. health. By visiting your doctor on a regular basis, you can ensure your child’s immunizations are up-to-date, track their together whether you’re taking a walk, throwing a Frisbee or going for a bike ride. start. Getting the right screenings, treatments and services C When you introduce your kids to new activities increases your child’s chances for living a longer, healthier life. M 4 • Get their vision tested: in Alberta, annual eye exams are free Y truly enjoy and hopefully they’ll stick with it. for children ages zero to 18.

CM Be a good role model. If they see you being • MY 1 great habits, regular dental check-ups help you stay ahead CY realize the importance of taking care of their of any issues. CMY health.

K • Consider physical therapy: if your child has problems with movement due to an injury, illness or disease, doctors often recommend physical therapy to help your child build Sleep: ensure you make time to get strength and improve their movement. enough rest. Make sleep a priority—it’s an important time in a child’s growth and development. When kids don’t get enough sleep, their cognitive skills, physical development and academic achievement Set your kids up for success downtime with your kids and don’t worry 2 and a healthy future about always having another event, game You’re committed to getting your kids a great education … but don’t forget about their health or lesson to get to.

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Rounded River Valley School is a hub of inno- vation. Teachers lead their students with tools that help them tackle the world’s problems and incorporates ways of learning with different tools. of This school of “little innovators” goes Citizens beyond technological use. Students learn digital literacy, participate in STEM (Science, Technology, Engi- neering, Math) learning labs, and look at digital elements including coding, gaming, excel, apps, and Tomorrow Held firmly is the belief that every more, in a way that is no different child has the potential to reach their than learning another language, be- own excellence, whether that be in cause after all it is just another lan- River Valley School academia, physical education, the guage. Digital literacy impacts every fine arts, and so on. Each child has aspect of modern life, at River Valley a unique way of learning, at River School students see how technol- is not just a great Valley School these differences are ogy impacts art, design, even drama celebrated, supported, and encour- classes. Innovation, however, is not educational facility, aged. Using several methods of of their community. Using several only about technology. Technology is teaching, students learn to build methods of education, our structured just one vehicle in which innovation it’s a community. their social, physical, emotional, and learning environment embodies an is explored, we also use connec- cognitive skill sets. approach that values and devel- tions with nature and the outdoors ops the whole child from multiple to inspire. By using a whole host of The goal of River Valley School is to standpoints such as physical, social, experiences, our students explore develop full and complete citizens emotional, and cognitive. different ways in which they can who have the ability to contribute to enrich their lives. society in their own unique way. The There are two main programs offered faculty at the school is comprised of at River Valley School, the Montes- A true community, River Valley professionals who have been drawn sori Method of education, and the School inspires and engages both to education with purpose. The role Progressive Education program. students and families. With maxi- of our teachers is to play a part in Each program is supported with two mum of 17 students per classroom, the fundamental development, social educators in each classroom. The students receive daily one-on-one growth, and emotional growth of our Montessori program lead teachers attention from their teachers. By students. To help students under- are AMI or AMS Certified, and they keeping class sizes small and filled stand where they are in the world, to are always partnered with a Bachelor with support, the connections made develop awareness, and to explore of Education. Progressive educa- with the students extend to their the possibilities of their own lives. tion lead teachers have a minimum families. River Valley School above degree of a Bachelor of Education all ignites a sense of wonder among River Valley School does not con- and are assisted with a classroom students. Inspiring innovation, en- centrate solely on students going to aid. Our programs, though straying couraging young people to be their post secondary, though many do. from traditional methods of teaching, best selves, and developing produc- The primary objective of this school always ensure the outcomes of the tive citizens are fundamentals of is for students to develop awareness Alberta Program of Studies are met. learning and are seen with each and of the world, of themselves, and every student who walks through River Valley School also offers a these doors. side program that is not offered anywhere else in all of Alberta. The Arrowsmith Program, developed

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4. The emission of energy as electro 1. Where students are taught. magnetic waves. 2. Acronym for studies that include 7. A term inclusive of most computerized science and math. gadgets. 3. A type of bacteria that is most 8. Commonly known as VR. commonly found on cell phones. 9. This technology turns computer 5. A widespread epidemic in the western models into tangible objects. world caused by poor diet and lack of 10. The method of taking notes that exercise. increases retention. 6. The broad term for the language and logic of co mputers.

30 Guide to Schools 2018 Guide to Schools 2018 31 Learning About Private and Alberta Education Program of Studied, Independent Schools which identifies what students are expected to learn and do in all subjects Some parents will inevitably prefer that and grades. their child receives education outside of Many private and independent the public school system and, therefore, schools follow a particular may decide to enroll their child in a philosophy or viewpoint that school that follows is based on a careful match the private system. Private and between school and parent independent schools are founded, values about learning. A long- conducted and term commitment is desired maintained by a private group rather by private school educators than by the government and often in order to allow individual charge tuition, or have other fees students to achieve the associated with enrollment. Alberta curriculum according In Alberta there are two types to their own development and of private schools: registered private encourages mastery over content schools and before moving a student to a more accredited private schools. Registered challenging level. Students will private schools, defined by the School exercise project-based learning Act, meet the basic registration with specialist teachers in the requirements established by the core curriculum as well as in Minister, and are not eligible for Alberta art, drama, music, language, Education funding. As well, registered home economics, and are not required to teach the Alberta computer science. Program of Study but are expected to All of these options have results that are uniform with The take a well-balanced Goals and Standards Applicable to the approach and give Provisions of Basic Education in Alberta. students control over Accredited private schools are approved their learning. by the Minister under the School Act, Private and and request additional recognition independent schools beyond basic registration to obtain focus on well-rounded accredited character. Any private school integrated studies that is non-funded is required to enroll programs that will seven or more students and from a total provide students the of two or more families. opportunity to pursue Accredited private schools break their academic into three different categories: interests and • Accredited non-funded schools are provide additional predominantly language and culture opportunities for schools, but some put focus on adult students to learn learning. hands-on skills, • Accredited funded schools meet for example in educational standards and are culinary arts entitled to partial provincial funding. In or a shop accredited funded schools students are dedicated to required to write maintenance. provincial tests and are taught the Alberta respects Alberta Programs Study by Alberta parental choice and certified teachers. upholds its educational • Designated Special Education Private standards, which reflects Schools (DSEPS) only work with one of the reasons why the students who have special needs, and province is recognized for provide providing its citizens with one education services to students who are of the best education systems entitled to special learning programs. in the world. Built on a range of DSEPS’, which are approved every year educational choices that provide by the Director of the Special Programs diversity and healthy competition, Branch, meet the same liability independent and private schools private/independent requirements for funding as public were designed to enhance the systems and receive the same special efforts of providing excellence education funding rates. in education, and be an According to the Alberta Education, integral part to Alberta’s accredited private schools must employ development of a first-rate schools certified teachers and must follow the school system. 32 Guide to Schools 2018 Guide to Schools 2018 33 private/independent schools Grades Offered Religious Affiliation Entrance Requirements Placement Assessments Performed Tuiton School Fees One Time Bond/Mem. Fee Bussing Available Bussing Fees Uniform Required Bursaries Available Fundraising Required School Population high) high, sr. jr. (elementary, Expenditure/student Average Established Year Constructed Year Remodeled Year Conferences/year Parent Class Size Average high) high, sr. jr. (elementary, Staff Students to Teaching No. Guidance Counselors No. Athletic Extra-Curricular Activities No. Other Extra-Curricular Activities Lunchroom Cafeteria Library No. Instructional Days/ school year Improvement No. Teacher Days/school year Bachelor Masters Doctorate Band/Music Computers Art Drama French Spanish German Other Languages AP Courses IB Courses Outdoor Education Trades for Learning Programming Disabilities for ESL Programming for Giftedness Programming Students to Computers Available SAT % Grade 12 Students Graduate % Graduates Attending Post-Secondary Institutions % Building Wheelchair Accessible Length of School Day (h:mm)

Pre- $9,000- Banbury Crossroads School $1,100 N/A 60–70 N/A 1979 N/A N/A 2 12,12,12 12:1 0 N/A N/A 184 7 ALL N/A N/A 2:1 N/A N/A 6:50 K-12 10,000

$2,300 first Calgary Academy Collegiate 5-12 $1,210 $650 child, 500 N/A 1994 1994 N/A 4 18,18,18 18:1 1 9 10 176 19 100 25 0 1:1 99 88 100 7:00 1,800 siblings P-Gr P-Gr 6:180 Calgary French and Pre- $3,230- 6:20 $900 $1,550 680 N/A 1969 2002 N/A 4 20, 20,20 8:1 1 8 6 Gr7- 63 35 2 3:1 100 100 100 7:00 International School K-12 14,600 Gr7- 12:186 12:14 Pre- $5810- 9:1- Calgary Waldorf School $360-710 $2,600 266 $14500 1985 2002 N/A 2 26, 18, N/A 0 7 1 174 26 100 30 5 3:1 N/A N/A 100 6.72 K-9 11430 26:1

$2,845- 4:1, Calgary Jewish Academy K-9 $0 N/A 197,67 N/A 1920 1959 1991 2 17,16 13:1 1 4 8 176 2 88 0 4 N/A N/A 70 7:05 5,250 1:1

Pre- $9,900- included peri- Delta West Academy various 100 1993 1950 2 14 14:1 2 5 12 183 8 100 6 N/A 1:01 100 96 0 7:15 K-12 $17,550 in tuition odic

Edelweiss Preparatory Pre- $180- 1:8- $200 N/A 200 N/A N/A 1989 N/A 3 16-20 0 N/A N/A 4 100 1 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A School JK-K 265 1:16

$1535 $13,000- 1-way, Edge School for Athletes K-12 $600 288 1999 2008 2 16,18,20 15:1 2 7 1 184 11 100 50 5 4.5:1 100 100 100 7:00 18,270 28660 2-ways

$5,500- Edison Private School K-12 N/A $2500 184 N/A 1993 1997 2010 2 12,12,12 12:1 1 5 2 185 5 50 45 5 N/A N/A N/A 30 6:30 8,000

Equilibrium Senior High 10- $1,800- $450- Year- $120-340 N/A 120 1993 1960 2001 3 15 15:1 2 N/A 10 3 80 20 0 10:1 80 70 10 6.00 & ESL School 12 3,400 850 round

10- general Ernest Manning High School N/A N/A 910 2011 N/A 3 N/A N/A 188 8 5:10 12 school fee

$2,500- Green Learning Academy Pre-12 100 N/A 2000 2004 2007 0 15 10:1 0 4 5 N/A 0 65 5 0 N/A N/A N/A 100 6:55 11,000

Pre- $12,200- Lycée Louis Pasteur $0 N/A 380 1982 2000 2010 2 18,17,4 8:1 0 8 10 175 6 100 32 3 3:1 100 100 100 7:00 K-12 14,300 All- out- Master’s Academy & Col- max except K-12 $5,300 $335-800 N/A 610 N/A 1997 1952 2000 2-3 16:1 1.5 door 184 16 75 25 0 N/A 100 92 N/A 6:40 lege 22,25,25 Foot- Ed ball Montessori School of Pre- $4,800- $0 N/A 100 N/A 1983 1920 2004 4 22 15:1 0 N/A N/A 173 2 100 6 0 N/A N/A N/A 0 7:00 Calgary K-6 7,500

$8,560 - Mountain View Academy K-12 Yes N/A 100 N/A 1996 N/A N/A 3 20,16,16 16:1 1 3 6 175 4 100 10 0 1:2 N 100 60 6:45 $11,160

$ 1,650 3 y/o 1-way, River Valley School $13,500 $275 300 $22,131 2003 N/A N/A 3 16,N/A,N/A 8:1 1 4 5 176 11 59 4 0 1:1 N/A N/A 0 8:00 - gr6 3,000 2-way

$12,300- Rundle College K-12 Varies N/A 854 N/A 1985 2005 2016 3 14,14,14 8:1 3 37 22 187 9 100 16 1 2:1 100 100 100 7:00 $17,625

Strathcona-Tweedsmuir $15,000- K-12 $2,570 660 N/A 1905 1971 2018 2 18,20,20 9:1 4 44 50 176 6 100 57 0 1:1 100 100 70 6:40 School 22,285

Tanbridge Academy 4-9 $9,750 $3,650 N/A 60 $15,000 2007 N/A N/A 3 16,16,N/A 16:1 0 9 2 188 25 100 33 0 1:1 N/A N/A 100 7:45

JK- $10,200- Webber Academy $2,600 984 1997 2001 2016 20-23 10:1 2 12 12 290 4 75 15 10 2:01 100 99 7:15 12 $18,800

95- West Island College 7-12 $16,120 $1,100 + $2,250 555 N/A 1982 1994 2016 2 N/A,21,25 21:1 4 18 30 183 6 100 20 5 2:1 100 7:05 100

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Banbury Crossroads Calgary Academy Collegiate Clear Water Academy Lycée Louis Pasteur River Valley School Located in the historic Currie Barracks, the work that goes on in the world outside For more than 30 years, Calgary Clear Water Academy is a private Catholic Founded in 1966, Lycée Louis Pasteur is River Valley School is an independent Banbury Crossroads is a Self-Directed those walls. At Banbury Crossroads, Academy has provided an unparalleled School of Integral Formation centrally a private, non-denominational, non-profit school providing unparalleled education Learning School (SDL). Having opened students are not cut off from the world. environment that embraces students’ located in Currie Barracks, serving the international French school. It is the only and character development for children in 1979, Banbury is one of the oldest Teachers see students as people worthy unique learning needs, while Diocese of Calgary. We have nearly 450 pre-K to Grade 12 school in Western aged 3 to Gr. 6. We are an ever-growing independent schools in Calgary. With its of dignity and the liberty to make their own simultaneously inspiring them to achieve students, of all faiths, enrolled in Junior Canada to teach the French Ministry of school with approximately 300 students unique philosophy, it offers an individualized choices without infringing on others’ rights. individual greatness. Our academic Kindergarten through Grade 12, and 80 Education (France) and Alberta Education within two beautiful campuses in learning environment for children aged The well-balanced approach that Banbury program has two streams: Academy, staff members. Clear Water Academy is curricula. This dual approach produces Bowness, Calgary, Alberta. All of our 3 through 18. Banbury Crossroads is uses creates an enriching and positive for students with learning difficulties consistently ranked as one of Alberta’s top academically-adept, bilingual students, classes have a low pupil teacher ratio, founded on mutual respect; thus, it fosters school experience that prepares them struggling to perform at grade level, and schools by the Fraser Institute. proficient in both English and French. maximizing instructional time and the the unique development of each student, academically, emotionally and socially for Collegiate, for students performing at or The mission of our school is “to Lycée Louis Pasteur belongs to a personalization of learning. Our families while encouraging them to develop the post-secondary education and for life. above grade level and looking for new provide the highest quality education and network of nearly 500 French schools in come to us from all quadrants of the autonomy and confidence necessary Further inquiries can be made to the challenges in their learning. Together, foster integrally formed Christian leaders.” 130 countries worldwide and provides city. We serve a very diverse population for their current and future participation school’s Director, Diane Swiatek, our two programs combine to create a Clear Water Academy applies the model a unique education with a Canadian, a with families from many countries and in learning ventures. This is a low-ratio, at 403.270.7787, or visit www. vibrant learning community. of Integral Formation to deliver a well- French and an international perspective. cultures, and students with a variety of student-paced program that exists within banburycrossroads.com. We challenge students in our rounded education aimed at forming each Our Curriculum: Full-time Maternelle learning needs. We offer before and after a multi-aged setting. This combination Collegiate program to move from a student’s character, intellect, faith, and Program (3, 4, 5 years old). Allows school care as well as a fully owned and is most conducive to students working traditional environment, where learning desire to serve others. Our personalized students to master the basics of writing, operated bussing service. at academic levels that challenge them, and assessment are based on what’s approach is achieved through small class math, and develop their learning abilities. In addition to core subjects, without penalizing them socially for being been taught, to an environment that sizes and by implementing gender-style Elementary (Grades 1-5). Students focus students enjoy enriched programming either behind or ahead of their peers. pushes them to discover how to learn education in a co-ed environment for on the fundamentals like written and oral in Music, Art, Health, Drama, Physical Banbury promotes learning to a level of what hasn’t been explicitly taught. students in Grades 4 through 9. fluency in French and English; math and Education, French, Library, Information mastery unique to each student. Over the We provide a range of experiences An accredited University Preparatory sciences; and history and geography. and Communication Technologies. long term, individual students achieve the geared towards inspiring students to School, Clear Water Academy offers Junior High (Grades 6-9). Prepares Alongside their regular classes, students Alberta curriculum according to their own take their learning to new heights. By students a core academic curriculum students for the “Diplôme National are encouraged to join a variety of development, interests and motivation. creating a more challenging learning taught by highly qualified teachers, as du Brevet” and Alberta Provincial extracurricular clubs including (and not Intrinsic motivation, time management, goal environment with complex activities and well as specialized courses such as Achievement Exams.High School (Grades limited to) writing, chess, volleyball, setting and self-assessment are developed immersive cross-grade collaborations, Religion, Spanish, Music, Art and Drama. 10-12). Prepares students for the French basketball, student government and through inquiry-based projects, kinesthetic we give students the freedom to explore Spiritual growth is encouraged through Baccalaureate recognized for university choir. While regularly ranking among and community-focussed learning, and new experiences and subject areas to the celebration of Mass, retreats, and entrance throughout the world, and the Alberta’s top schools we are as different meaningful relationships with mentors. expand their depth of understanding. one-on-one guidance. Building on their Alberta High School Diploma exams. from other schools as our students Secondary students are guided to take The Collegiate program’s focus on solid academic and spiritual foundation, Special Programs: Our French Language are from one another. We focus on responsibility for their own education; independence and discovery prepares students participate in virtue programs, Immersive Program (FLIP) is designed for high student achievement, but also on thus, they devise their own schedules and students for the rapidly changing world service projects, and a number of extra- Grade 1-5 students who have little or no supporting the individual and their overall meet with specialist teachers for tutorial that awaits them upon graduation. curricular activities. knowledge of French. The International well-being and development. Children instruction in the core curriculum. Options Collegiate students are encouraged Our Athletics Department offers an Program offers students an opportunity learn to be good neighbors, good team include art, drama, Spanish, foods, world to support and positively challenge exceptional sports development program to study abroad at any of the nearly 500 players and good partners. Respect for religions and art history. The physical one another during class. The dynamic including an intramurals program and lycées world-wide. self and others is expected of everyone. education program includes horseback environment and team-based activities participation in competitive inter-school Various afterschool clubs are As a private school that doesn’t riding, skiing, wall climbing, dance, archery, create strong bonds between students sports leagues. We also offer a high caliber offered in areas such as sports, music, test for entrance, we welcome all golf, racquet sports, soccer, swimming, and meaningful relationships with Outdoor Education Program. drama, sciences, foreign languages, and students, including those with learning gymnastics, hiking and canoeing. In teachers. Our students become Through Integral Formation, Clear cooking. The school also offers a Before and attention challenges, giftedness as addition to these activities in the teammates, partners and co-creators Water Academy promotes character and After School Program, Study Hall for well as children with ASD. We are not an community, international travel programs while learning to thrive in a collaborative and apostolic development, helping students from Grade 1 (CP) as well as a exclusive, one-size-fits-all school. How are offered. Also, all secondary students environment. students to gain a better understanding hot lunch program. we teach them is determined by who they participate in internships one day per week. Collegiate students gain the skills of themselves and the difference they Accreditations and Affiliations: are, how they learn, and what engages These internships at community businesses and experience necessary for success can make in the world around them. Our Alberta Education (Level 2 Private them. At RVS we nurture and develop and services offer many opportunities for in post-secondary and beyond. With educational model and our faithful, devoted Schools), Alberta Children & Youth the innate love of learning that is in each students. They assess possible career a strong foundation in creativity, staff, prepare our graduates to become Services, CAIS, French Ministry of and every child so it remains at the core options, develop meaningful and trusting critical thinking, collaboration and citizens of principle and integrity who Education (MEN), AISCA, AFSA, AEFE. of who they are throughout their school relationships with adults, and cultivate communication, our students will thrive are committed to building a society that To book your private tour, please years and throughout their lives. altruistic attitudes and citizenship skills. wherever life takes them. embraces Christian values. contact Admissions at (403) 243- 5420, River Valley School They are expected to devise a project Contact Information Want to learn more? Please contact our [email protected] or visit us at www. rivervalleyschool.ca that contributes to each organization, and www.calgaryacademy.com Admissions Department at 403-240- lycee.ca. phone: (403) 246-2275 to prepare an Exhibition of their learning. 403-686-6444 7924 or visit clearwateracademy.com email: [email protected] Through this experience, they come to [email protected] Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/ understand that academic learning within Facebook: www.facebook.com/ rivervalleyschoolyyc/ school walls has a living connection with wearecalgaryacademy Twitter – https://twitter.com/rvssocial Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/ channel/UC4GWeocEq5qLX0-yZpb_JcQ

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West Island College Rundle College Strathcona-Tweedsmuir We unleash the potential of passionate Rundle College is an independent, co- School and creative problem solvers, ready to educational, day school in the City of Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School (STS) is more contribute to a better world who challenge, Calgary for students in kindergarten to than a great school – STS inspires journeys inspire and support one another as they grade 12. We offer 3 unique programs: that lead our students beyond anything they imagine and create their best futures. Rundle College Primary/Elementary could have imagined. Our school has a storied WIC students are ready for the (kindergarten-grade 6), Rundle College history of more than 100 years around Calgary, challenges and opportunities life presents Junior/Senior High (grades 7-12) and developing rich traditions and shared values that them. Through academic rigour and a Rundle Academy (grade 4-12 learning strengthen our sense of community and provide supportive environment, our students disability program). For more information an enriched learning environment for all of our become resilient problem-solvers who on Rundle Academy, look under “Special students in Grades K through 12. believe they can, and will achieve what Needs Schools” in this publication. Unique to STS, our 220-acre country they set out to do. Rundle College is accredited by Alberta campus offers students of all ages hands-on Together, WIC students and faculty Education, affiliated with CAIS (Canadian learning, physical activity, fresh air, and natural build a powerful culture of creativity that Accredited Independent Schools) and a beauty. Outdoor activities develop curiosity, is without boundaries. We are critical member of Calgary’s Independent Schools independence, and an appreciation for our thinkers who challenge ideas, pave new Athletic Association. environment, while building lasting friendships paths and encourage inventiveness Rundle College students have and memories. Also, our newly constructed whenever possible. average to superior academic ability Elementary School, and Innovation and Arts West Island College is a university- and are challenged by the rigorous Centre (for Kindergarten to Grade 12) place preparatory school that emphasizes academic curriculum. Our school nurtures our facilities amongst the most innovative respect, responsibility and citizenship. the academic, social and emotional and beautiful learning environments, on an We believe that inspiring our students to development of our students, focusing international scale. pursue excellence in academics, leadership, on developing well-rounded individuals STS students benefit from highly-qualified, athletics and global awareness prepares prepared for life beyond the classroom. dedicated faculty, and a learning environment them for success in the 21st century and Our top priority at Rundle is to with a small student-teacher ratio, allowing beyond. In addition to exceptional teachers, maintain small class sizes ranging from them to build supportive relationships, while an Advanced Placement Program, small 6-15 students. Our students achieve their maximizing their full potential. class sizes and extensive co-curricular full potential and are highly engaged in Our school’s mission is “to develop well- activities, WIC offers courses in French their learning, resulting in strong academic balanced students for a life of purpose by (Immersion or Second Language) and performance. Rundle teachers are inspiring excellence in scholarship, leadership Spanish (Second Language). dedicated and enthusiastic with numerous and character”. We strive to achieve this From our International Studies teaching specialists in both academic and mission through rigorous academic and diverse program and authentic student complimentary courses. cocurricular programs, preparing our students leadership opportunities, to Outdoor Rundle College is well known for to succeed in a rapidly changing world and Education and WIC’s Institutes, students its exceptional extracurricular programs increasingly global economy. STS is Alberta’s are challenged to discover what hands- and students develop leadership skills, only independent school authorized todeliver on learning really means. independence, social and team building IB Programmes in Grades K through 12. WIC is dedicated to inspiring our skills through a variety of activities. Being both an IB and Round Square School, students, not only through our academic Students participate in an array of athletic STS embraces the philosophy, values and courses, timetabling and extraordinary intramurals, outstanding sports teams, ideals we share with these organizations such experiential opportunities, but through clubs, second languages, music, and as internationalism, service and intercultural Other: our physical environment and student drama programs. At Rundle we have an understanding. Together they enable us to instill supports. A WIC education not only builds extensive field trip and travel program that in our students the knowledge, values and a strong knowledge base, but inspires provides opportunities for students to apply qualities of character that will enable them to live Calgary Waldorf School students to connect their passions to their knowledge both in our community and purposeful lives and be the leaders of tomorrow. Edelweiss Preparatory School purpose for the rest of their lives. abroad. Rundle’s humanitarian program STS students graduate from STS driven to be Equilibrium Senior High & ESL With over 35 years of success highlights the importance of giving back their best and inspired to make a difference. Our School in Calgary, West Island College has a to society and develops our students as School community and the opportunities we proven track record of innovation, growth, compassionate global citizens. provide ensure they are prepared to do so. Green Learning Academy success and leadership. For more information, contact our Visit www.strathconatweedsmuir. & Foundation Contact Information: Admissions Department at 403-291-3866, com or call our Enrollment Office Montessori School of Calgary West Island College email [email protected] or at 403-938-8326. Follow us on www.westislandcollege.ab.ca visit www.rundle.ab.ca. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ Tanbridge Academy Admissions Office StrathconaTweedsmuirSchool/ Master’s Academy and College 7530 Blackfoot Trail S.E. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Calgary, Alberta T2H 1M5 strathconatweedsmuir/ Edge School for Athletes Phone (403) 444-0023 Twitter: https://twitter.com/STSConnections Webber Academy [email protected] Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ STSConnections

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Chartering and Schools What is a charter school? This is a the needs for careful and logical thought question that may lurk the minds of process, while others may assist their most parents, especially as they see the students through a more traditional, increasing popularity charter schools have individual-based learning approach of gained amongst other parents, children, study and academic counselling. school educators and some federal As a highly praised province for governments. According to the Canadian providing an education system that has Charter Schools Centre, charter schools a broad range of alternatives, Alberta’s are autonomous public schools with a charter schools allow students to access unique focus that sets them apart from numerous studies including math, science, other public schools. They do not charge social studies, literacy arts, visual arts, tuition and operate under a time-specific music, drama, dance, brain gym and contract (charter), normally granted for physical education. As well, students 3 to 5 years, that stipulates the school’s have admittance to tailored programs mission, program and goals. At the end of that emphasize on their belonging, the term, the schools that are successful independence, mastery and generosity may renew their contract. and assist them in achieving their fullest Since charter law was passed in academic potential. 1990 by state legislature, charter schools Whether a student’s educator decides have emerged as an alternative to the to exercise a learning process that takes a traditional system of education and have more modern or traditional approach it will, experienced an increase in reaching more or less, reflect the teacher’s personal parents and children. In Canada, Alberta is evaluation of the child’s educational needs the only province that offers charter public and what will best supply him or her. schools, and currently there are 13 charter Charter schools and their student providers schools in Alberta; six of which are in focus to give students an education that Calgary. Funded by the province, Alberta’s opens access to the various components charter schools follow the Alberta Program of today’s communities while they engage of Study teach the Alberta Education the use of, and develop, twenty-first curriculum. Among the six member century survival skills. schools in Calgary are an all-girls school Note: Independent, non-profit and a school for gifted students, as well as “charter schools” do not consult to the programs with specialized instructions in Calgary Board of Education (CBE) and arts and science. have specific registration procedures. Based around a distinctive Parents who want to find out more about environment that concentrates on a charter school should contact the school personalized learning, charter schools individually. run freely of today’s public school systems where teachers focus highly on the different learning styles among their students. Some teachers will craft the same lesson in a number of different ways such as incorporating technology as an educational tool to enhance thinking and learning rather than means of replacing

40 Guide to Schools 2018 charter schools Grades Offered Religious Affiliation Entrance Requirements Placement Assessments Performed Tuiton School Fees One Time Bond/Mem. Fee Bussing Available Bussing Fees Uniform Required Bursaries Available Fundraising Required School Population high) high, sr. jr. (elementary, Expenditure/student Average Established Year Constructed Year Remodeled Year Conferences/year Parent Class Size Average high) high, sr. jr. (elementary, Staff Students to Teaching No. Guidance Counselors No. Athletic Extra-Curricular Activities No. Other Extra-Curricular Activities Lunchroom Cafeteria Library No. Instructional Days/ school year Improvement No. Teacher Days/school year Bachelor Masters Doctorate Band/Music Computers Art Drama French Spanish German Other Languages AP Courses IB Courses Outdoor Education Trades for Learning Programming Disabilities for ESL Programming for Giftedness Programming Students to Computers Available SAT % Grade 12 Students Graduate % Graduates Attending Post-Secondary Institutions % Building Wheelchair Accessible Length of School Day (h:mm)

Almadina Language Charter K-9 $0 $0 $75 99,156 N/A 1996 N/A N/A 3 21,18 11:6:1 3 4 182 7 100 0 0 4:1 N/A N/A N/A 6:30 Academy

$225- Calgary Arts Academy K-9 $0 $155-335 299 $8307 2003 1956 2004 3 19,18 18:1 0 9 10 174 8 100 27 0 4:65:1 N/A N/A 100 6:30 450

$85+lap- on- Calgary Girls School 4-9 $0 $725 600 N/A 2003 1950 3 25,25 17:1 2 5 4 181 5 100 15 0 1:1 N/A N/A N/A 6:20 top going

Calgary Science School 4-9 $0 $320-350 $625 600 $7500 1999 1964 2002 3 25,25 17:1 1 10 16 186 16 100 15 0 2:1 N/A N/A 96 6:30

$780 Foundations for the Future K-12 $0 $115-195 two 3510 N/A 1997 N/A N/A 3 23,26,24 N/A 8 32 36 187 6 100 43 0 4:1 94 85 90 7:00 Charter Academy way

$375- 1952/ Westmount Charter School K-12 $0 $155-285 1130 $10860 1996 2011 2 17,23,21 15:3 4 6 20 175 15 100 15 1 2:3 99 80 90 6:30 750 1966

42 Guide to Schools 2018 Guide to Schools 2018 43 The History of How Faith The Current Canadian incorporate education that leads to development of the student intellectually, Was Established in Canadian School System and Faith physically, artistically, socially, morally School Systems Today a vast number of beliefs are and spiritually. In the classroom students faith-based In Canadian education faith has been practiced in Canada and, while faith are provided with a sense of community contentious for centuries, and it was doesn’t play an active role in most regular and, together with classmates, come to between 1867 and 1975 when the public schools, faith-based education understand personal academic excellence British North America Act, a series of serves as a core component on some and Christ-like characters in themselves laws, was passed by the UK legislature provinces’ public and private school and each other. schools systems. Essentially, faith-based schools to create the Domain of Canada as an independent colony that would become a A faith-based school teaches concentrate on encouraging students to self-governing country. Within the British general curriculum and either can have intake religious learning and educates North America Act was the creation of certain religious character or has formal student on every aspect of expressing their two school systems funded by Upper association with a religious organization. distinctiveness, vitality and character. and Low er Canada, now named Ontario Distinct from other school institutions, and Quebec. During the early nineteenth faith-based schools provide students with century religious study was considered both academic and spiritual education an extremely integral part of education, that respects their culture and beliefs. and became problematic when colonial Faith-based education is fostered mainly governments began to set up publicly or wholly by quality professionals who funded school systems. Because Catholics engage, and exercise, with students and Protestants had completely separate religious teachings. views on how faith should be delivered, In Alberta, faith-based schools build two school systems were established, a educational lessons around the Alberta Catholic and a Protestant. Education curriculum, and teachers

44 Guide to Schools 2018 Guide to Schools 2018 45 faith-based schools No. Athletic Extra-Curricular Activities No. Other Extra-Curricular Activities Lunchroom Cafeteria Library No. Instructional Days/ school year Improvement No. Teacher Days/school year Bachelor Masters Doctorate Band/Music Computers Art Drama French Spanish German Other Languages AP Courses IB Courses Outdoor Education Trades for Learning Programming Disabilities for ESL Programming for Giftedness Programming Students to Computers Available SAT % Grade 12 Students Graduate % Graduates Attending Post-Secondary Institutions % Building Wheelchair Accessible Length of School Day (hours) Grades Offered Religious Affiliation Entrance Requirements Placement Assessments Performed Tuiton School Fees One Time Bond/Mem. Fee Bussing Available Bussing Fees Uniform Required Bursaries Available Fundraising Required School Population high) high, sr. jr. (elementary, Expenditure/student Average Established Year Constructed Year Remodeled Year Conferences/year Parent Class Size Average high) high, sr. jr. (elementary, Staff Students to Teaching No. Guidance Counselors

$4,000- 170- Akiva Academy K-6 $75-100 N/A 40 $15000 1980 1960 N/A 3 11 12:1 N/A 5 5 6 80 0 0 1:1 N/A N/A 100 7:10 5,000 175

Bearspaw Christian JK- $4,600- $4600- 2- max max $100-$340 N/A 550 1998 1998 N/A 1 7 2 180 3-4 90 10 0 4:1 100 60 100 6:15 School &College 12 5,040 5040 3 25,25,25 25:1

Society Program Pre $1417- Calgary Christian School N/A Fees 800 $3100 1963 1963 2001 3 25,25,25 13:1 3 11 8 180 N/A 100 9 0 3:1 99 84 40 7:05 K-12 $1125- 3150 3220

Calgary Jewish $2,845- 4:1, K-9 $0 N/A 197,67 N/A 1920 1959 1991 2 17,16 13:1 1 4 8 176 2 88 0 4 N/A N/A 70 7:05 Academy 5,250 1:1

Pre-K $12,050 Clear Water Academy $375 (Gr 7-9) 10,000 N/A 435 N/A 1995 1935 2012 4 20,20,20 11:1 4 23 12 187 7 100 22 1:1 100 95 40 7:00 - 12 - 13,700

Eastside Christian K-12 $3100 $700 N/A 50,25, 25 $2600 1999 1985 2004 4 20,18,25 10:1 1 2 1 181 4 100 0 0 10:1 95 90 85 7:00 Academy

Foothills Lutheran Pre- $100- 1:6 vari- $40 N/A 46 N/A 2002 1969 1988 1 N/A 2 0 180 3 67 0 0 N/A N/A N/A 98 2:45 Christian Preschool JK 225 1:10 ous

$500 per Glenmore Christian Jr $2,730- $1,590 - child each 924 N/A 1980 1991 2015 1 23,25,N/A N/A 1 6 22 174 9 100 10 2 2:1 N/A N/A 100 7:00 Academy K-9 6,550 5,750 year

Heritage Christian $1,440 - K-12 $200 - 900 N/A 670 N/A 1979 1970 2003 3 24,27,28 19:1 2 10 8 180 18 100 7 0 1:1 100 60 90 7:00 Academy 6,760

Menno Simons Christian $1,000- K-9 $250-350 N/A 163 $5024 1983 2001 N/A 2 20,20 13:1 0 5 3 178 10 100 0 0 7:1 N/A N/A 100 7.00 School 2,500

Prince of Peace Pre- $0 $1000 $200 100 $6700 1995 1994 N/A 2 17 14:1 0 0 0 185 8 100 29 0 N/A N/A N/A 100 6:55 Lutheran School K-9

K$1949- 2- 5:1, Trinity Christian School K-9 1-9 $150 N/A 293, 112 $5100 1993 1997 N/A 3,22,26 14:1 ¼ 11 8 180 6 100 10 0 N/A N/A 60 7:10 3 1:1 $5018

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Clear Water Academy Glenmore Christian Academy Other: Clear Water Academy is a private Catholic Glenmore Christian Academy is a JK to School of Integral Formation centrally Grade 9 faith-based private school located Calgary Waldorf School located in Currie Barracks, serving the on a state-of-the-art, 10-acre campus Edelweiss Preparatory School Diocese of Calgary. We have nearly 450 in the southwest of Calgary. Focused on Equilibrium Senior High & ESL students, of all faiths, enrolled in Junior educating children in a dynamic Christian School Kindergarten through Grade 12, and 80 environment dedicated to excellence, GCA staff members. Clear Water Academy is strives to offer students a unique, well- Ernest Manning High School consistently ranked as one of Alberta’s top rounded education. Christian principals Green Learning Academy schools by the Fraser Institute. are integrated into the day through morning & Foundation The mission of our school is “to devotions, chapels and other opportunities provide the highest quality education and to serve. With many families and staff Montessori School of Calgary foster integrally formed Christian leaders.” who are also alumni, GCA is a school that Tanbridge Academy Clear Water Academy applies the model nurtures the educational development and of Integral Formation to deliver a well- Christian discipleship of its students while Webber Academy rounded education aimed at forming each working in partnership with parents. student’s character, intellect, faith, and GCA was founded by First Alliance desire to serve others. Our personalized Church in 1980, offering its students a approach is achieved through small class strong, innovative accredited education sizes and by implementing gender-style within an interdenominational Christian education in a co-ed environment for tradition. The 900+ students agree to students in Grades 4 through 9. uphold GCA’s faith-based perspective, An accredited University Preparatory yet are representative of society, coming School, Clear Water Academy offers from culturally diverse backgrounds. students a core academic curriculum Students at GCA achieve the expectation taught by highly qualified teachers, as for excellence on provincial achievement well as specialized courses such as tests as well as during daily activities. Religion, Spanish, Music, Art and Drama. Holding strongly to the philosophy of Spiritual growth is encouraged through providing expert instruction in all subject the celebration of Mass, retreats, and areas, exposure to specialist teachers one-on-one guidance. Building on their begins in kindergarten. Alongside core solid academic and spiritual foundation, subjects, students have the opportunity students participate in virtue programs, to specialize in Band, Drama, Art, service projects, and a number of extra- Outdoor Education or TDI (Technology, curricular activities. Design and Innovation). From this Our Athletics Department offers an solid foundation, students are invited exceptional sports development program to participate in a number of extra- including an intramurals program and curricular activities including Intramurals, participation in competitive inter-school Choristers and Handbells, Concert sports leagues. We also offer a high Band, and theatre productions. Our GCA caliber Outdoor Education Program. Royals’ athletic teams regularly achieve Through Integral Formation, Clear excellence in basketball, volleyball, Water Academy promotes character badminton and track & field. and apostolic development, helping The bright, spacious building students to gain a better understanding provides for innovative teaching and of themselves and the difference they learning. The school also includes two can make in the world around them. double gymnasiums, a 535-seat theatre, Our educational model and our faithful, a learning commons, an award-winning devoted staff, prepare our graduates to media resource centre, a full-service become citizens of principle and integrity cafeteria and our After/Before Care Centre. who are committed to building a society Tours are by appointment on Fridays at that embraces Christian values. 1:00 pm. Please visit www.gcaschool. Want to learn more? Please contact our com for more information. Admissions Department at 403-240-7924 or visit clearwateracademy.com

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A Special Learning as public schools do, where and incorporate innovative teaching Opportunity designated specialeducation private programs from the curriculum that can schools do not have such an affiliation, foster to all children. Some courses Often Canadian families have a difficult and parents of students identified as developed for students who require time addressing the special learning having special needs can elect to have visual and auditory communication, requirements of their child and, in the their child attend. while other programs are tended to past, may have felt forced to steer To identify and better understand children who have average/above their way through the school system a child’s particular requirements aver- age intelligence levels and with little to no guidance. While all that will enable them to flourish in a are struggling with academic skill public schools, by law, are required to special needs learning environment, acquisition. Regardless of the nature provide special education programs, school boards develop an Individual of a child’s disability, special needs not every school is able to address the Education Plan (IEP). IEP’s are schools strive to ensure a child is specific needs of each child. based on a thorough assessment exposed to a learning environment Alberta respects and caters to the of a child’s needs and strengths that works for them, and can limit their idea that all children learn differently to learn, and describes the special disability and improve their learning. and provides to children who have education pro- gram and/or services Because special needs educators special needs that require support required for him or her. This allows use different teaching approaches beyond what is offered in other special needs educators to identify that identify a child’s social/emotional school settings. The province’s school a child’s potential, and foster social domains, children are better prepared system is recognized for being one development through tailored for an academic world and are of the world’s best and provides two accommodations and/or learning provided the opportunity to develop main types of special needs schools: programs. Such accommodations a positive self-concept and high accredited non-profit private schools and learning programs are modified self-esteem where they can visualize and designated special education above or below the age-appropriate themselves as empowered, competent private schools. Accredited non-profit grade level expectations of a child learners. private schools are operated by a for a specific subject or course and non-profit society or corporation and utilize a curriculum that is infused with receive the same funding for severe strategy- based learning methods. special needs children (those who Within special needs schools, traditionally have been labelled having educators are experienced in having grave to profound mental retardation) instructional control of a student

50 Guide to Schools 2018 Guide to Schools 2018 51 special needs schools Grades Offered Religious Affiliation Entrance Requirements Placement Assessments Performed Tuiton School Fees One Time Bond/Mem. Fee Bussing Available Bussing Fees Uniform Required Bursaries Available Fundraising Required School Population high) high, sr. jr. (elementary, Expenditure/student Average Established Year Constructed Year Remodeled Year Conferences/year Parent Class Size Average high) high, sr. jr. (elementary, Staff Students to Teaching No. Guidance Counselors No. Athletic Extra-Curricular Activities No. Other Extra-Curricular Activities Lunchroom Cafeteria Library No. Instructional Days/ school year Improvement No. Teacher Days/school year Bachelor Masters Doctorate Band/Music Computers Art Drama French Spanish German Other Languages AP Courses IB Courses Outdoor Education Trades for Learning Programming Disabilities for ESL Programming for Giftedness Programming Students to Computers Available SAT % Grade 12 Students Graduate % Graduates Attending Post-Secondary Institutions % Building Wheelchair Accessible Length of School Day (hours)

$2300 first Calgary Academy 2-12 $18,885 $650 child, 500 N/A 1981 1994 N/A 4 16,16,16 8:1 1 9 10 176 19 100 25 0 1:1 99 88 100 7:00 1,800 siblings

Foothills Academy 3-12 $15,300 N/A N/A 289 $15,300 1979 1990 2012 3 13,13,13 7:1 1 14 18 181 10 100 20 0 1:1 100 96% 100 6:45

$850- $100- Heritage Christian Academy K-12 N/A 232,75,100 $4921 1979 1970 1997 2 20,25,25 9:1 1 8 9 171 6 100 0 0 N/A 100 60 85 6.30 3975 900

Janus Academy K-12 $11000 $0 N/A 37 N/A 1997 1911 N/A 3 7,5,5 1:1 0 0 0 187 3 84 1 0 5:1 N/A N/A 6.50

New Heights Pre- 2:6/ $12000 N/A N/A 45 $24000 1999 N/A N/A 4 9,9,9 2 186 6 100 2:1 7 Early Learning Services K-12 2:9

Renfrew Educational Services JK-6 $0-3500 Varies Varies 650 1974 N/A N/A 2 12 1:04 15 178 10 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 100 6.50

$13800- Rundle Academy 4-12 Varies $3,450 235 N/A 1996 N/A N/A 3 6,8,10 6:1 1 30 20 187 9 100 16 1 1:1 100 80 70 7:00 $16125

Nomi- 2- The Third Academy 1-12 $11500 $2350 187 $11500 1997 1940s 2003 18,18,18 12:1 10 1 10 183 5 95 4 1 3:5:1 75 25 100 8 nal 4

$155- $375- 1952/ Westmount Charter School K-12 $0 1130 N/A 1996 2001 2 16,23,21 15:3 4 7 20 175 15 100 15 1 2.3:1 99 80 90 6.52 285 750 1966

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Renfrew Educational Services Rundle Academy Foothills Academy Calgary Academy strategies they need to succeed. With student-teacher ratios Renfrew Educational Services is a not-for- Rundle Academy, part of the Rundle Foothills Academy is a Designated Special For more than 30 years, Calgary optimized to meet learning objectives, it’s profit, charitable organization that has been College Society group of schools, is an Education Private School accredited through Academy has provided an unparalleled easy for small groups to become closely providing educational programming and independent, co-educational, day school Alberta Education. We serve approximately environment that embraces students’ knit. While our students have unique specialized services to children and their for students with diagnosed learning 285 students diagnosed with Learning unique learning needs, while learning needs, our teachers focus on families since 1974. What started as a one- disabilities in grades 4 to 12. Our quiet, Disabilities in grades 3 – 12 in our full-time simultaneously inspiring them to achieve how those differences can bring students room kindergarten class has transformed into residential campus centrally located in the program. Our graduation is consistently individual greatness. Our school has together. By doing so, they transform a five-facility organization that accommodates city of Calgary provides a safe and caring close to 100% and our students go on two programs: Academy, for students our classrooms into supportive learning more than 650 children each year. learning environment. Rundle Academy to successfully pursue post-secondary with learning difficulties who have yet to communities that celebrate individuality We offer ECS programming, elementary is accredited by Alberta Education, education and work. The school draws upon consistently perform at grade level, and and achieve exceptional results. education (grades 1 – 6) and specialized a member of Calgary’s Independent evidence-based educational practices for Collegiate, for students performing at or Students in the Academy program programs for children with Autism Spectrum Schools Athletic Association and students with Learning Disabilities to help above grade level and looking for new also have access to our Remediation Disorders and motor disabilities. Our affiliated with CAIS (Canadian Accredited students reach their true potential. Small challenges in their learning. Together, Learning Centres. The staff at our programs are founded on the beliefs that all Independent Schools). class sizes (staff to student ratio is typically they combine to create a vibrant Learning Centres are specially trained children deserve access to an educational Rundle Academy is a premier academic around 1:6 with a teacher and a part time learning community. to provide intensive personalized program that addresses their areas for learning disability schools in Alberta and assistant) allow the experienced staff to In the Academy program, we skill development. During this daily growth, and that learning can be maximized has earned a reputation for high standards create a positive learning environment that focus on the root cause of a student’s remediation period, students in grades 2 in an inclusive environment where typical and in academic instruction. Students create an Other: builds on the strengths and unique learning learning difficulty, so we can prescribe to 9 receive focused, intentional support exceptional children learn side-by-side. Individual Program Plan (IPP), which follows styles of each student while supporting their individual remediation strategies to in their area of greatest academic need. As an independent school, we the Alberta Education Curriculum. Our social and emotional needs. We focus on a address the specific skill deficit. Once If necessary, our students can access Heritage Christian Academy modify the curriculum set out by Alberta program is unmodified; our faculty provide wide range of strategies to help students find we’ve addressed the cause, we can the one-on-one attention they need to Education to meet the special needs of each accommodations to maintain the integrity of Janus Academy success which ensures that students have begin to work towards developing social, rapidly remediate specific skill deficits. child. Teachers work with in-house specialists the Provincial curriculum. Rundle students the opportunity to reach their full potential. personal and academic skills to close the Contact Information New Heights Early such as Psychologists, Speech-Language are taught strategies that will increase We work closely with parents because we achievement gap. Utilizing a multi-modal www.calgaryacademy.com Learning Services Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Child their independence in learning as well as recognize that close communication and approach, we tailor the way we teach to 403-686-6444 ext 223 (Irina Dart) The Third Academy Development Facilitators, Early Learning improve their organizational and study skills. collaboration between school and home the way each student learns, nurturing [email protected] Specialist, Physiotherapists, and parents/ Our students understand their individual is an important contributor to student every student’s natural strengths and Facebook: www.facebook.com/ Westmount Charter School guardians to develop individual program plans learning styles and are strong advocates for success. Assistive technology is widely ensuring they have the tools and wearecalgaryacademy for each child. We also encourage family their requirements for learning success in a used throughout all grades and tailored to involvement and welcome parents into our post secondary environment. the specific needs of the student. A wide classrooms to assist with their child’s learning. Small class sizes, ranging from 6-10 variety of extracurricular activities, sports Aside from our education programs, we students per class, provide individualized and clubs are offered. Our Community provide an array of assessment and therapy instruction and support. Rundle students Services area provides support to the school services to children, adolescents and young achieve their full potential and are highly program in areas such as counselling and adults facing all kinds of challenges, and engaged in their learning, resulting in teacher education. Community Services also contract our services to independent schools, strong academic performance. Rundle supplements school programing with optional private ECS operators and school districts teachers are dedicated and enthusiastic programs that include summer camp and across southern Alberta. with numerous teaching specialists in both year-round recreation, social skills programs, Renfrew is different and we’re proud academic and complimentary courses. intensive one-to-one remedial tutoring, parent of what makes us unique. Our highly- Along with an exceptional athletic workshops, educator workshops, research skilled staff are passionate about working program, fine and performing arts, Rundle and more. Students are bussed to school with our children and families, and are has a variety of extracurricular activities from Calgary and surrounding areas. We committed to helping every child succeed. for students to develop leadership skills, strive to offer our programs without turning Our small classroom sizes allow for a independence, social and team building anyone away due to their financial situation, higher adult-to-child ratio, and our vibrant, skills. Rundle has an extensive field by virtue of our bursary program. As a specially-designed facilities allow room for trip and travel program that provides charitable society, the school parents and play, creativity and personal development. opportunities for students to apply their staff are all very involved in fundraising efforts Overall, we want to create exceptional knowledge both in our community and throughout the year to achieve this goal. learning opportunities, opening a world of abroad. Rundle’s humanitarian program Contact Information possibilities for every child. We’re in the highlights the importance of giving back Foothills Academy Society, 745 37 Street business to “Helping Kids Soar.” to society and develops our students as NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4T1 compassionate global citizens. Website: www.foothillsacademy.org For more information about Phone: 403.270.9400 ext. 252 Rundle Academy please contact Email: [email protected] We empower students to love learning again [email protected] or visit Find us on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube Academy Program Grades 2-12 www.rundle.ab.ca. Enabling students with learning difficulties to realize their full academic potential

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54 Guide to Schools 2018 Guide to Schools 2018 55 Linguistic Diversity (including French, heritage, Aboriginal customized to meeting the special needs and international) courses and programs of international as well as Canadian Lan·guage [lang-gwij – an orderly that are tailored to meet the requirements students. Provision for all students can be means of communication with the use of a student’s culture and/or choice in seen through student-centered learning of controversial symbols or by word-of- second language learning. The aim is to that immerses children to have a higher mouth; a way capable of expressing ideas provide Alberta children with academic level of second language proficiency and and concepts. experiences starting in kindergarten that become well-rounded are ideally persistent through Grade 12 independent learners. A Quick Look at the Past and support educational and linguistic development in two languages that While the majority of Canadian language- that Brought the Present advance students’ understanding of their based schools compromise the focus During the 1960s, Canada pioneered own and other ways of life. on French and English, Alberta Learning French immersion programs that were is committed to supporting second developed to enhance the teaching of One of the key standards of second language learning and providing second native-English-speaking students by language education is that linguistic and language learning leads. Today, foreign educating them to become more proficient cultural familiarity is a resource—the more lingual courses are becoming among the in the second language. Today, as French a child knows, the better off they will be. quickest growing, and most useful forms of and other language-based schools have Second language learning complements language programs available in Canadian emerged and make for an integral part knowledge about a different language and schools, and students are discovering of Alberta, school systems have built culture while exploiting a child’s English different parts of the world while gaining to provide parents and students with a language and understanding of the a greater perception of the connections wide range of options in language-based Canadian culture. between those different parts of the world schools and programs. and one’s self. To make second language educational lessons clear and logical for students, and Currently to support their learning, teachers—who In a world that is more and more are highly dexterous in English and the universal—and in a province like Alberta second language—use a broad range of where multiculturalism flourishes instructional approaches that cover the immensely, continuing to introduce school district’s curriculum. diversity to the province’s population— the vast growth in Aboriginal population Promoting global education and has allowed an increased opportunity for intercultural understanding through the children in Alberta to develop and build interaction of young people, advanced connections on a much larger global scale language learning is enriched with exciting in school. opportunities and opens the doors for students to attain high ranks of academic Acknowledging the rich linguistic and success. Language-based schools are cultural heritage found within Alberta, designed to provide a caring the province’s school system delivers environment a broad spectrum of second language

language-based

56 Guide to Schools 2018 schools language-based schools Grades Offered Religious Affiliation Entrance Requirements Placement Assessments Performed Tuiton School Fees One Time Bond/Mem. Fee Bussing Available Bussing Fees Uniform Required Bursaries Available Fundraising Required School Population high) high, sr. jr. (elementary, Expenditure/student Average Established Year Constructed Year Remodeled Year Conferences/year Parent Class Size Average high) high, sr. jr. (elementary, Staff Students to Teaching No. Guidance Counselors No. Athletic Extra-Curricular Activities No. Other Extra-Curricular Activities Lunchroom Cafeteria Library No. Instructional Days/ school year Improvement No. Teacher Days/school year Bachelor Masters Doctorate Band/Music Computers Art Drama French Spanish German Other Languages AP Courses IB Courses Outdoor Education Trades for Learning Programming Disabilities for ESL Programming for Giftedness Programming Students to Computers Available SAT % Grade 12 Students Graduate % Graduates Attending Post-Secondary Institutions % Building Wheelchair Accessible Length of School Day (h:mm)

Almadina Language Charter K-9 $0 $0 $75 99,156 N/A 1996 N/A N/A 3 21,18 11:6:1 0 3 4 182 7 100 0 0 4:1 N/A N/A N/A 6.30 Academy

Calgary French and Interna- P-Gr 6:180 Pre- $6660- $890- P-Gr 6:20 tional $470 775 $15,821 1969 2004 N/A 2 16, 20,20 8:1 3.2 8 22 Gr7- 63 35 2 2.5:1 100 100 100 7.00 K-12 12700 1,640 Gr7-12:14 School 12:186

Equilibrium Senior High 10- $1800- $120- $450- Year- N/A 120 1993 1960 2001 3 15 15:1 2 0 10 3 80 20 0 10:1 80 70 10 6.00 & ESL School 12 3400 340 850 round

Pre- $12200- Lycée Louis Pasteur $0 N/A 380 1982 2000 2010 2 18,17,4 8:1 0 8 10 175 6 100 32 3 3:1 100 100 100 7:00 K-12 14300

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Lycée Louis Pasteur basics of writing, math, and develop their Various afterschool clubs are Other: learning abilities. offered in areas such as sports, music, Founded in 1966, Lycée Louis Pasteur is Elementary (Grades 1-5). Students drama, sciences, foreign languages, and Almadina Language Charter a private, non-denominational, non-profit focus on the fundamentals like written and cooking. The school also offers a Before Academy oral fluency in French and English; math and After School Program, Study Hall for international French school. It is the only Calgary French and pre-K to Grade 12 school in Western and sciences; and history and geography. students from Grade 1 (CP) as well as a International School Canada to teach the French Ministry of Junior High (Grades 6-9). Prepares hot lunch program. Education (France) and Alberta Education students for the “Diplôme National Accreditations and Affiliations: Alberta Equilibrium Senior High curricula. This dual approach produces du Brevet” and Alberta Provincial Education (Level 2 Private Schools), & ESL School academically-adept, bilingual students, Achievement Exams.High School (Grades Alberta Children & Youth Services, CAIS, proficient in both English and French. 10-12). Prepares students for the French French Ministry of Education (MEN), Lycée Louis Pasteur belongs to a Baccalaureate recognized for university AISCA, AFSA, AEFE. network of nearly 500 French schools in entrance throughout the world, and the To book your private tour, 130 countries worldwide and provides Alberta High School Diploma exams. please contact Admissions at: (403) 243- a unique education with a Canadian, a Special Programs: Our French Language 5420, [email protected] or visit us at www.lycee.ca. French and an international perspective. Immersive Program (FLIP) is designed for Grade 1-5 students who have little or no Our Curriculum: knowledge of French. The International Program offers students an opportunity Full-time Maternelle Program (3, 4, 5 to study abroad at any of the nearly 500 years old). Allows students to master the lycées world-wide.

60 Guide to Schools 2018 Guide to Schools 2018 61 A Variety of Learning · Student interests and needs classrooms and labs with Internet · Certain procedures access. As well, some out of area While the majority of parents seek no · Belief/non-belief in school uniforms schools have an outstanding athletic farther than the nearest local school · School structure and administration tradition and offer strong programs as the inherent place to educate their Regardless of the reason, out of in other study such as music, drama, children, there are countless options area schools focus on providing all dance and visual arts. out of area that can tailor to each individual’s they can to students, and strive to Note: The overall number of preferences, needs and talents. prepare students for future success students an out of area school may Out of area schools are schools of, through a high-quality education. enroll is constrained by the availability relating to, or being from another town To achieve this, some schools may of classroom space. Because local schools or city and, the majority, are private require students to participate in children are also enrolled within these schools. Often when a child is enrolled a three-sided learning experience schools, some may not have room left in an out of area school parents are that consists of academic subjects, for non-local enrollments. To prevent charged with associated fees, which outdoor adventure and work disappointment, it would be ideal for allows a variety of educational focuses experience. Students are provided parents to ensure whether or not there and makes opportunity available. Out with exciting challenges as teachers is placement available in a school prior of area schools encompass an array infuse the students with their own thrill to applying. of excellent educational alternatives for the subject and learning processes. that fall outside of Calgary and its Some out of area schools educate nearby municipalities. Within these in small classes where the curriculum schools students are offered a broad is advanced-level and non- symphony of academics, visual and semester, while other performing arts, and/or athletics. schools sport Through full participation as team modern players and creative individuals, students explore their unique strengths within a supportive residential community that nurtures scholars of integrity. In some out of area schools applicants are required to submit school reports, recommendations from up to three teachers and a short essay before receiving an acceptance letter. Other out of area schools interview each applicant for willingness to attend and the ability to participate in the school’s outdoor and academic programs. The reasons a parent may choose a non-local placement for their child can vary and include: · Change of residence · Transition from a non- government school · Medical purposes · Siblings that are currently enrolled to the school · Distance · Travel arrangements · School’s size · Certain learning programs and courses

Guide to Schools 2018 63 out of area schools No. Athletic Extra-Curricular Activities No. Other Extra-Curricular Activities Lunchroom Cafeteria Library No. Instructional Days/ school year Improvement No. Teacher Days/school year Bachelor Masters Doctorate Band/Music Computers Art Drama French Spanish German Other Languages AP Courses IB Courses Outdoor Education Trades for Learning Programming Disabilities for ESL Programming for Giftedness Programming Students to Computers Available SAT % Grade 12 Students Graduate % Graduates Attending Post-Secondary Institutions % Building Wheelchair Accessible Length of School Day (hours) Grades Offered Religious Affiliation Entrance Requirements Placement Assessments Performed Tuiton School Fees One Time Bond/Mem. Fee Busing Available Busing Fees Uniform Required Bursaries Available Fundraising Required School Population high) high, sr. jr. (elementary, Expenditure/student Average Established Year Constructed Year Remodeled Year Conferences/year Parent Class Size Average high) high, sr. jr. (elementary, Staff Students to Teaching No. Guidance Counselors

$25,000- Brentwood College School 8-12 1,100 559 $40,000 1923 1965 2017 3 NA,15,15 7:1 3 24 31 180 3 75 22 0 2:1 100 100 100 10.00 65,000

10- CCI Renaissance School $27372 $2737 $0 120 N/A 1995 1600 N/A 0 13 10:1 1 6 6 110 0 40 60 0 6:1 100 99 0 6.00 12

5-12, Ridley College $37000 N/A N/A 104,503 N/A 1889 1904 1989 2 17 9:1 7 22 40 180 3 90 25 5 1:1 99 96 50 7.00 PG

$9500 Saint John’s School of Alberta 7-12 N/A N/A 75 $17000 1968 1968 2002 5 16 14:1 1 7 9 187 5 90 10 0 4:1 100 75 95 6.00 -21000

$21500- Shawnigan Lake School 8-12 N/A N/A 455 N/A 1916 1916 N/A 3 14 7:1 4 28 45 205 10 100 35 0 1:1 100 100 80 10.00 40000

St Margaret’s School 7-12 $38500 $2000 138,246 1908 1970 2006 2 15-18 8:1 3 31 26+ 160 4 100 25 2 2:1 100 96 95 7.00

2- St. Michaels University School 8-12 $44,345 N/A N/A 570,250 1906 1912 2008 18 7.5:1 10 41 70+ 171 4 100 42 5 100 100 100 7.00 3

Pre- $8700- Queen Margaret’s School 321 1921 1921 2 18,18,18 8:10 1 34 32 180 3 97 29 0 2:10 100 100 75 7.00 12 38325

64 Guide to Schools 2018 Guide to Schools 2018 65 Brentwood College community of students from over Brentwood truly is where students 40 countries around the world who choose to be. out of area schools – Where Students Choose To Be gain the independence and skills To find out if Brentwood necessary to succeed in the post- College School is a good fit for you, Brentwood provides a secondary world. schedule an interview or tour of the modern, West Coast learning Since 1923, we have worked School by contacting admissions@ experience for global minded diligently to establish Brentwood as brentwood.bc.ca To see what students who embrace the values a modern, transformative place of the Brentwood experience is Other: of Grit and Joy. learning and leadership, mirroring all about have a look at our The School offers progressive, the educational experience website www.brentwood.bc.ca CCI Renaissance School co-educational boarding for of a small college rather than or check out our social media: Grades 9 to 12. We are located on Ridley College a traditional boarding school. Instagram (brentwoodboarding), a spectacular 77-acre oceanfront Prospective students are drawn Facebook (www.facebook.com/ Saint John’s School of Alberta campus on Vancouver Island, BC. to our school’s innovative tripartite brentwoodcollegeschool) or on At Brentwood, student choice approach to academics, arts, and is a unique part of our culture Twitter (@brentwoodnews). athletics, as well as our nurturing and a deciding factor in who boarding environment and strong attends the School. It’s why this university preparatory programs. place is so special. We believe Our unique tripartite scheduling when students truly choose to creates unrivalled opportunities for be here, and they’re surrounded student discovery and growth. Not by a family of like-minded friends only is Brentwood a remarkable and supporters, they can be place to make lifelong friends while anything. This philosophy creates gaining a world-class education, a warm, friendly, and passionate

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66 Guide to Schools 2018 Guide to Schools 2018 67 xyz appendix Talk the Talk appendix xyz Commonly Used Educational Terms Defined

Accreditation Bursary ESL programs originated in Canada to offer to help ensure success for all students Self-Advocacy French, the success of the formula has entering a given curriculum, and is most Is granted by Alberta Learning, which A financial award made primarily on the English as a Second Language program. Students learn how to identify their needs allowed it to be applied to various other frequently applied to the subjects of math, requires schools to provide audits, annual basis of financial need or some other and seek the needed resource or help from language and cultural programs. science and language arts. reports, three-year plans, verification of all criterion in addition to academic merit. Extracurricular teachers. teaching credentials and on-site visits. Outside the regular curriculum or program Kindergarten Private/Independent School CBE of courses. SSAT A school or class for young children Private and independent schools are Advocacy Calgary Board of Education Secondary School Admission Testing. FOIP between the ages of four and six years. founded, conducted, and maintained Requires students register with the SSAT Monitoring the needs of an individual and by a private group rather than by the Freedom of Information and Protection of Board prior to writing the test. For more actively seeking out the needed resources. CCAT government. These schools often charge Privacy Act. Modifications information log on to www.ssat.org. Canadian Cognitive Abilities Test tuition or have other fees associated with Changes to instructions that are necessary IB (International enrollment. Accredited private schools AISCA for a student to be successful. For must follow the Alberta Education Program Statement of Courses and CESG Baccalaureate) example, extra time on tests, a reader or The Association of Independent Schools of Studies, employ certified teachers, and Marks scribe for tests, fewer questions, using a and Colleges of Alberta. For more Canada Education Savings Grant This is a rigorous liberal-arts curriculum are monitored by Alberta Education. Many laptop. An information report to provide students information log on to www.aisca.ab.ca. that emphasizes critical thinking skills. private and independent schools follow a with the information Alberta Education Charter School Offered in many nations, the IB curriculum particular philosophy or viewpoint. can lead to a diploma often recognized for Montessori has available regarding their courses and Alberta Achievement Tests Charter school are autonomous nonprofit college credits. marks. The Statement of Course and Provincial achievement tests are public schools designed to provide Is a way of learning based on the work of Public School Marks is intended for use by students. It is administered annually in English and innovative or enhanced education Inquiry-Based Approach Dr. Maria Montessori that allows children In Canada, provinces are required to not the same as a Transcript. Français/ French language arts and programs that improve the acquisition of the freedom to explore the environment provide free education up to the end of mathematics in grade 3, and in English student skills, attitudes and knowledge in The teacher provides a question and the in an ordered and structured setting. students determine how they are going high school for all citizens and permanent Streaming and Français/French language arts, some measurable way. They differ from Teachers are facilitators and study is child- residents under the age of 20. In Alberta, to explore and answer the question. The Students are placed in instructional groups mathematics, science, and social studies other public schools in their focus on centred, based on the interests of children this universally accessible education is student’s work becomes the lesson while according to ability, learning style, or some in grades 6 and 9. These tests require meeting the needs of a particular group at certain ages. The use of didactic provided through public schools, which students to respond independently of students through a specific program or the teacher guides the lesson and the materials allows children to gain a concrete other criterion. learning. are operated by public school boards, to machine-scorable questions. The teaching/ learning approach while following understanding and leads to abstract and overseen by the Government of language arts tests also contain written the Alberta Education Program of Studies. IPP (Individual Program Plan) knowledge and memorization. Alberta. Alberta’s public schools teach the Teacher-Directed Approach response components. The purpose of Alberta curriculum and may select optional The teacher designs a lesson plan and A program given to students with mild, the Achievement Testing Program is to: CTBS NCCP programs as required to meet the unique delivers it to the class. moderate or severe special needs. The determiane if students are learning what needs of their students and communities. Canadian Test of Basic Skills areas of need can be physical, learning, National Coaching Certification Program they are expected to learn; report to The Calgary Board of Education and behavior or giftedness. The IPP identifies Transcript Albertans how well students have achieved Calgary Roman Catholic Separate School CTS the student’s strengths and needs, One-Time Bond provincial standards at given points in their Board are the two public school boards An official report supplied by a school on detailing strategies to help remediate schooling; assist schools, authorities, and Career and Technology Studies A school may require payment in the form that service Calgary. the record of an individual student, listing the province in monitoring and improving the difficulties or modifications to help of a student enrollment bond or capital subjects studied, grades received, etc. student learning. compensate for the difficulties. initiation fee, etc., the interest on which, Diploma Examinations RESP ISAA helps to fund capital projects the school Tuition may initiate. This fee may range from Registered Education Savings Plan Alberta Education The Grade 12 Diploma Examinations The charge or fee for instruction, as at a Independent School Athletic Association. $700 to $10,000, and is returned upon Program, established in 1984, has private school or a college or university. The provincial body governing education three main purposes: to certify the level Provides opportunities for competition in graduation or withdrawal from the school. SAIT within Alberta. For more info log on to sport. of individual student achievement in The Southern Alberta Institute of www.education.gov.ab.ca. Waldorf selected Grade 12 courses; to ensure that Placement Assessment Technologys a post-secondary institution province-wide standards of achievement Immersion Programs Founded on the life work of Rudolf Steiner, Placement assessments are standardized located in Calgary. ALIS are maintained; to report individual and Language immersion is a method of it is a brain-based method of teaching tests used to determine the level at which group results. The program provides learning a second language. Most in- which allows children to learn based on Alberta Learning Information Service a student entering a school should begin Scholarship examinations in selected Grade 12 class activities, as well as some of those their developmental ability. Teachers see instruction. Placements assessments courses: English Language Arts 30–1, outside of the classroom, are taught in A sum of money or other aid granted to a their work as an art, their goal being to ensure that students who are struggling AP (Advanced Placement) English Language Arts 30–2, Français 30, the target language. The intent of an student, because of merit, need, etc., to awaken a child’s mind to its potentials in an area are given the opportunity Senior-high school students are allowed to French Language Arts 30, Social Studies immersion program is to provide a learning pursue his or her studies. through a holistic approach to learning, upgrade their skills, while students with register and take university or college-level 30, Social Studies 33, Pure Mathematics environment which focuses not only on taking into account physical, social, above-average abilities are appropriately courses for which they receive university or 30, Applied Mathematics 30, Biology 30, the second language, but the culture spiritual and intellectual needs of the child challenged. Correct placement is designed college credit. Chemistry 30, Physics 30, and Science 30. associated with it as well. While immersion at different developmental stages.

68 Guide to Schools 2018 Guide to Schools 2018 69 appendix School Index xyz Quick Reference Grades 7 to 12 To make finding the right school even easier, we’ve provided you with a complete listing of all advertising educational institutions featured within the pages of this guide. This index will provide you with a quick reference to the write-ups for each school. Survey results for each school are located at Business, Engineering, the beginning of the section in which the school appears. Health Sciences & Liberal Arts Institutes Clear Water Academy page 2 Renfrew Educational Services page 4 Advanced Foothills Academy page 4 Placement Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School page 6 Fine Arts Glenmore Christian Academy page 20 Leadership River Valley School page 28 International Studies Calgary Academy Collegiate page 30 Banbury Crossroads School page 30 French Immersion & Calgary Academy page 55 Lycée Louis Pasteur page 60 French and Spanish as a Brentwood College School page 67 Second Language West Island College page 71 Rundle College page 72

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70 Guide to Schools 2018 Rundle College & Rundle academy Small Class Size. Big Experience!

Rundle College offers an enriched academic experience for students in Kindergarten - Grade 12 Rundle Academy offers a premier academic program for students in Grades 4-12 with diagnosed learning disabilities • Independent, coeducational day school Rigorous university preparatory program Small class sizes ranging from 6-15 students (depending on program) Exceptional cocurricular activities Comprehensive athletic, language and arts programs International travel clubs and outdoor education options Extensive volunteer, citizenship and leadership programs

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