This release was issued under a previous government.
Alberta Education kicked off the engagement sessions in Red Deer. The sessions are to discuss potential amendments to the School Act, legislation that has governed education in Alberta for almost three decades. The act establishes the goals, roles and responsibilities of Alberta’s K-12 education system.
The gatherings will feature discussions about topics that have been identified as areas of interest by school boards, First Nations leaders and other stakeholders.
“Our government is working to making life better for students and their families. We committed that we would look at our current busing model and other areas of importance as we work to protect and improve education. The School Act has served Alberta’s students well for almost 30 years. Working together with our partners, we can make sure that our education legislation continues to serve our students as they prepare for their futures.”
“The members of the Public School Boards' Association of Alberta first became involved in discussions regarding the School Act in 2009 and are very pleased to see the act opened for amendment. Our association believes strongly in local autonomy and we are pleased to see school boards invited to participate in this important consultation. I know that our members’ wisdom will prove to be invaluable as we work collectively to shape public education in Alberta.”
“School boards are very interested in these issues as they have a direct impact on the delivery of education. We are looking forward to the opportunity to inform the direction that legislative change might take and to provide valuable input into the process in the best interest of Alberta families and their children.”
“The Alberta Catholic School Trustees' Association appreciates the efforts by Alberta Education to continue its stakeholder engagement and consultation process. We look forward to the upcoming series of consultations and discussions regarding proposed changes to regulations and legislation relating to education. The ACSTA has been actively engaged and is prepared to continue to represent our members particularly in this important work of updating and revisions to the School Act."
Throughout September, Alberta Education will host engagement sessions in Red Deer, Grande Prairie, Lethbridge, Calgary and Edmonton.