Access to Education
Education is the foundation of what type of society?
Democratic and Civil
When is Bully Prevention and Awareness Week?
3rd week of November
How long can a teacher suspend a student?
One class period
What are the 3 constitutional titles through which Aboriginal people are recognized by?
First Nations, Metis, and Inuit.
In Alberta, is K-12 education considered a right, or a privilege?
Right (for those age 6-19 who are residents of Alberta and whose parent(s) are a Canadian resident)
Programming must promote what 2 things about the values and beliefs of Albertan?
Understanding and Respect
When a student is suspended, what must the principal do?
Inform parents, report it in writing to the parents, provide an opportunity to meet with the parents if the student is 16 or older.
Within which treaty territory was Edmonton founded upon?
Treaty no. 6
What is an acceptable reason for missing a day of school?
Sickness, religious holiday (student must be part of the religion), suspension, expulsion, parent or school board has excused student
What happens if no staff member is available to act as Staff Liaison?
Minister shall appoint a responsible adult.
How may a student be exempt from participating in religious or patriotic instruction/exercise?
A written request signed by a parent.
What is the max number of trustees that can be assigned for First Nations on the school board?
may not exceed ⅓
Who is compelled to attend school?
Children between the ages of 6-16, resident of Alberta, with a parent who’s a resident of Canada
How is the student expected to participate with the school and community?
Positively contribute to the school and community.
If the principal recommends expulsion, what must follow?
Inform the board, report in writing all circumstances respecting the suspension and the recommendation for expulsion.
Edmonton IRS replaced which school?
Red Deer IRS
Do students have to be Canadian citizens to receive education in Alberta?
No, only residents of Alberta with a parent residing in Canada
Student conduct must contribute what 4 values to the school environment?
Welcoming,caring,respect,safety.
How long does the board have to make a decision from the initial date of the suspension to either return the student to school or expel them?
10 days
Aboriginals 10-20-30 HS courses were developed under reaffirmation of which event in Alberta?
Truth and Reconciliation Commission