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Disposition of Property Regulation

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The Disposition of Property Regulation sets out the criteria and process that school boards must follow prior to declaring real property (e.g., a school building or school reserve land) to be ... More ≫

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The Disposition of Property Regulation sets out the criteria and process that school boards must follow prior to declaring real property (e.g., a school building or school reserve land) to be surplus. The Regulation also sets out requirements for the sale or transfer of real property.

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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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School Fees Regulation

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The School Fees Regulation sets out the requirements and limitations related to the fees that a school board is authorized to charge parents of students. The regulation requires schools boards ... More ≫

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The School Fees Regulation sets out the requirements and limitations related to the fees that a school board is authorized to charge parents of students. The regulation requires schools boards that are charging school fees to establish policies and procedures which address: consultation with parents, maintaining financial statements, identifying the need to charge the fees and the process to request a fee waiver or fee refund. In addition, boards must establish a fee schedule and publish their policies, procedures and fee schedule.

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Student Record Regulation

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The Student Record Regulation sets out the requirements and obligations regarding the management of student records maintained by a board, an operator of a charter school, a Francophone Regional ... More ≫

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The Student Record Regulation sets out the requirements and obligations regarding the management of student records maintained by a board, an operator of a charter school, a Francophone Regional authority, a person responsible for the operation of a private school, or an early childhood services program. The Regulation addresses: the scope of information to be maintained in a student record; the transfer, retention and disposition of records; student, parent, and third-party access to a student record; board disclosure of information; and compliance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Personal Information Protection Act.

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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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Législation touchant la sécurité dans les classes de sciences

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Les enseignants et les autorités scolaires sont responsables d’assurer un environnement sécuritaire dans les locaux destinés à l’apprentissage des sciences. Ils doivent connaitre les exigences ... More ≫

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Les enseignants et les autorités scolaires sont responsables d’assurer un environnement sécuritaire dans les locaux destinés à l’apprentissage des sciences. Ils doivent connaitre les exigences légales et s’y conformer. La planification de la sécurité dans les classes débute avec l’examen et la compréhension des lois applicables. Selon l’activité en classe, une ou plusieurs des lois fédérales, provinciales ou locales peuvent s’appliquer.

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Legislation for safety in the science classroom

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Teachers and school authorities are responsible for ensuring safety in their science classrooms, and must be aware of and comply with legal requirements. This short fact sheet provides a list of ... More ≫

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Teachers and school authorities are responsible for ensuring safety in their science classrooms, and must be aware of and comply with legal requirements. This short fact sheet provides a list of federal, provincial, and local laws, regulations and codes that may apply.

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Education Statutes (Students First) Amendment Act, 2021 (Unproclaimed Sections Only)

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Contains unproclaimed amendments to the following: College of Alberta School Superintendents Act; Education Act; Teaching Profession Act

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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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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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