All Resources

Establishing an early childhood services program : application process and requirements for independent (private) operators

Description

Early childhood services (ECS) refers to programming offered by school authorities prior to compulsory schooling that meets the diverse needs of young children and their families. This fact sheet... More ≫

Description

Early childhood services (ECS) refers to programming offered by school authorities prior to compulsory schooling that meets the diverse needs of young children and their families. This fact sheet outlines the application process and requirements for independent operators who wish to establish an ECS program in Alberta.

Tags

Early childhood services handbook for the identification and review of children with severe disabilities

Description

This handbook provides information for all school authorities that offer early childhood services programs and is meant to assist with the assessment, diagnosis and identification of children with... More ≫

Description

This handbook provides information for all school authorities that offer early childhood services programs and is meant to assist with the assessment, diagnosis and identification of children with severe disabilities or a language delay that is moderate or severe.

Tags

Guide to education : ECS to Grade 12

Description

The Guide to Education combines key information and requirements for the operation and delivery of ECS-12 education programs and services in Alberta in a single, convenient reference. Selected... More ≫

Description

The Guide to Education combines key information and requirements for the operation and delivery of ECS-12 education programs and services in Alberta in a single, convenient reference. Selected topics include: acts and regulations, policies and standards, program planning, program administration and delivery, student assessment, diploma and certificate requirements, student placement and promotion, and awarding of credits. The Guide will be of particular interest to administrators, guidance counsellors, student advisors, teachers and other educators.

Tags

Early childhood services : la francisation

Description

This fact sheet answers common questions on Francisation programming, explaining the term, eligibility for Francisation funding, who is responsible for conducting the program, why Francisation... More ≫

Description

This fact sheet answers common questions on Francisation programming, explaining the term, eligibility for Francisation funding, who is responsible for conducting the program, why Francisation funding is provided to Francophone regional authorities, and some recommendations to support Francisation preschool programming.

Tags

Early childhood services : English as a Second Language (ESL)

Description

This two-page fact sheet highlights information on funding, determining English language proficiency and ESL programming for early childhood.

Tags

Establishing a private Early Childhood Services (ECS) Program : application process and requirements

Description

This fact sheet presents the application process and requirements for those who wish to establish a private early childhood services (ECS) program. It lists the types of private ECS programs in... More ≫

Description

This fact sheet presents the application process and requirements for those who wish to establish a private early childhood services (ECS) program. It lists the types of private ECS programs in Alberta, programming considerations, funding availability, child care licensing, and fees.

Tags

Early learning in Alberta accredited international schools

Description

Includes key references and information to support educators in Alberta Accredited International Schools to provide quality programming in the early years.

Tags

Community-based programming in early childhood settings : guidelines for school authorities

Description

Explains school authority responsibilities when children are enrolled in community-based programs such as preschools or daycare and are receiving education programming supports and services... More ≫

Description

Explains school authority responsibilities when children are enrolled in community-based programs such as preschools or daycare and are receiving education programming supports and services through funding from Alberta Education.

Tags

Early childhood services : early childhood programming

Description

This fact sheet presents brief information about early childhood programming which includes programming for children prior to kindergarten, kindergarten learner expectations and the kindergarten program. More ≫

Description

This fact sheet presents brief information about early childhood programming which includes programming for children prior to kindergarten, kindergarten learner expectations and the kindergarten program.

Tags

Early childhood services : programming for children with special education needs

Description

Provides a summary of information about : - What is early childhood special education?. - Who is eligible for programming?. - Family-Oriented Decision Making. - Settings and Levels of... More ≫

Description

Provides a summary of information about : - What is early childhood special education?. - Who is eligible for programming?. - Family-Oriented Decision Making. - Settings and Levels of Programming for Children with Special Education Needs. - Centre-based Programming. - Family Oriented Programming Sessions. - Program Unit Funding (PUF). - Individualized Program Plan (IPP). - Children with mild/moderate disabilities/ delays and those who are gifted and talented.

Tags