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Education Act

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The Education Act specifies goals for Alberta’s Early Childhood Services to Grade 12 (ECS-12) education system and identifies the roles and responsibilities of the Ministry, school boards, charter ... More ≫

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The Education Act specifies goals for Alberta’s Early Childhood Services to Grade 12 (ECS-12) education system and identifies the roles and responsibilities of the Ministry, school boards, charter schools, private schools, teachers, parents and students. The Act came into force on September 1, 2019.

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School Transportation Regulation

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The School Transportation Regulation sets out the requirements respecting student transportation and limits on transportation fees. The regulation contains the eligibility requirement for ... More ≫

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The School Transportation Regulation sets out the requirements respecting student transportation and limits on transportation fees. The regulation contains the eligibility requirement for transportation services and requires school boards to create policies which include: the need to charge the fees, dispute resolution and the process to request a fee waiver or fee refund. Boards must also establish a transportation fee schedule and publish their policies and fee schedule to provide notice to parents and the public.

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Private Schools Regulation

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The Private Schools Regulation sets out requirements for the establishment and operation of private schools in Alberta, including accredited private schools. The Regulation addresses the criteria ... More ≫

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The Private Schools Regulation sets out requirements for the establishment and operation of private schools in Alberta, including accredited private schools. The Regulation addresses the criteria required for registration, accreditation and funding of such schools, obligations regarding school policies, proposed programs of study, teacher and principal qualifications, learning outcomes to be achieved, student assessment, health and safety standards, and annual planning and reporting. Additional requirements are specified for funded private schools, such as development of governance and financial management policies, and requirements for compensation, contracting, reporting and accounting of public funding.

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Early Childhood Services Regulation

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The Early Childhood Services Regulation sets out the requirements for the establishment and operation of early childhood services programs, including standardized age of entry for kindergarten, ... More ≫

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The Early Childhood Services Regulation sets out the requirements for the establishment and operation of early childhood services programs, including standardized age of entry for kindergarten, application process, safety standards, programs and policies, teacher qualifications, financial reporting and auditing, and insurance.

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Teachers' and Private School Teachers' Pension Plans

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The Teachers’ and Private School Teachers’ Pension Plans Regulation, together with parts of the Teachers’ Pension Plan Act, establishes the plan rules for the Teachers’ Pension Plan and the ... More ≫

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The Teachers’ and Private School Teachers’ Pension Plans Regulation, together with parts of the Teachers’ Pension Plan Act, establishes the plan rules for the Teachers’ Pension Plan and the Private School Teachers’ Pension Plan. The Regulation identifies who is eligible to be a member of the pension plan, required member and employer contributions to the pension plan, rules for calculating pensionable service and the benefits to be received by the pension recipient and/or the recipient’s survivors. It also addresses matters such as early retirement, termination of employment prior to pension eligibility, cost-of-living increases, and pension payment provisions.

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Teachers' Pension Plans (Legislative Provisions) Regulation

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The Teachers’ Pension Plans (Legislative Provisions) Regulation sets out requirements pertaining to and the composition of the Alberta Teachers’ Retirement Fund board of trustees, the ... More ≫

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The Teachers’ Pension Plans (Legislative Provisions) Regulation sets out requirements pertaining to and the composition of the Alberta Teachers’ Retirement Fund board of trustees, the responsibilities and obligations of board members, procedures for establishing and amending pension plan rules, and reporting requirements. Other matters addressed include the payment of benefits after death and the division and distribution of benefits in the event of a relationship breakdown.

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Professional Conduct and Competency for Teachers and Teacher Leaders Regulation

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The Professional Conduct and Competency for Teachers and Teacher Leaders Regulation establishes how complaints regarding the competency and conduct of teachers and teacher leaders will be ... More ≫

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The Professional Conduct and Competency for Teachers and Teacher Leaders Regulation establishes how complaints regarding the competency and conduct of teachers and teacher leaders will be addressed. The Regulation identifies the administrative mechanisms and the procedures to be followed in the investigation of complaints, conduct of hearings and appeals, issuance of decisions, and recommendations regarding teacher or teacher leader certification.

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Teaching Profession Act

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The Teaching Profession Act establishes The Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA) as a corporation that advances education in Alberta, including improvements in the teaching profession and ... More ≫

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The Teaching Profession Act establishes The Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA) as a corporation that advances education in Alberta, including improvements in the teaching profession and increasing public interest in, and awareness of, important education matters. The Act identifies ATA responsibilities, such as promoting teaching excellence, supporting teacher preparation and certification, contributing to positive working conditions, advancing professional development, and conducting professional practice reviews. It also outlines ATA membership requirements, governance of the Association, and procedures for the discipline of teachers in relation to complaints of unprofessional conduct.

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Superintendent of Schools Regulation

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The Superintendent of Schools Regulation sets out the qualifications that an individual must meet in order to be appointed as a school board superintendent or acting superintendent. The Regulation ... More ≫

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The Superintendent of Schools Regulation sets out the qualifications that an individual must meet in order to be appointed as a school board superintendent or acting superintendent. The Regulation also provides for Minister approval of the superintendent appointment and sets out terms and conditions of employment including a compensation framework.

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College of Alberta School Superintendents Act

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The College of Alberta School Superintendents Act establishes the College of Alberta School Superintendents as a legislated professional organization to support school superintendents and ... More ≫

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The College of Alberta School Superintendents Act establishes the College of Alberta School Superintendents as a legislated professional organization to support school superintendents and education system leaders. The Act identifies CASS responsibilities, mandatory membership requirements, governance, and procedures for discipline of regulated members.

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