Alberta’s independent schools experiencing massive growth
Independent school enrolment in Alberta has surged by 45% since the 2013/14 school year, according to a report conducted by Canadian think tank Cardus.
This growth rate is triple what public and separate schools have seen, suggesting increased demand for alternative educational pathways among Alberta’s families.
“Alberta’s diverse education landscape is a testament to the province’s commitment to empowering families with choice and fostering educational excellence,” said Cardus researcher and report co-author Joanna DeJong VanHof in a press release.
“It’s critical that Alberta continues to champion meaningful pluralism in education, ensuring that all children have access to the learning environment that best suits them.”
Cardus said Alberta stands out as a shining example of diverse kindergarten to Grade 12 education in Canada. It found it has 180 independent schools serving more than 40,000 students, underlining the significant role they play in the education system.
Alberta boasts a unique blend of partially-funded independent schools, which add to the public education system. However, it said elite private independent schools are rare in Alberta, accounting for less than 9% of all independent ones.
Most independent schools are community focused with fewer than 300 students.
As Alberta continues to evolve as a hub of educational diversity, Cardus said it remains dedicated to advancing research-driven insights that inform policy decisions and contribute to the common good.
“Alberta should continue to support independent schools that adhere to provincial standards, while also facilitating innovative, new independent school start-ups,” said DeJong VanHof.
Ontario has seen explosive growth in independent schools, according to a 2022 report conducted by Cardus.
https://www.westernstandard.news/alberta/report-finds-albertas-independent-schools-experiencing-massive-growth/54048
Berta Dad nailed it. Copied from FB.
Jeff Rath’s behaviour toward Danielle Smith is not a good look for this movement, and he does not speak for me.
When this started, I had respect for him. But as this has played out, it has become harder to ignore what appears to be a push for power inside the movement, not a sincere focus on Alberta independence.
Danielle Smith is a major reason Albertans were even able to collect signatures in the first place. Compared to any other premier in this country, I believe she has been the strongest one standing up for her province.
I will not forget her accomplishments.
She stood up for parental rights when others wanted schools keeping parents in the dark.
She took action against political ideology being pushed in classrooms.
She made sure kids got back to school when the system tried to hold families hostage.
She has strengthened Alberta Sheriffs and continued exploring ways to free Alberta from relying on the RCMP.
And that is only part of it.
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WEF/UN/Globalists have proven they can’t be trusted now given the key to Canada. Are you awake yet Canadians??
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Listening to Ganum today on the meeting that Premier Smith is having with Lukasek I am wondering why not just have his referendum on the vote in October? If enough say no to his question isn't it the same as a referendum that the other side wants? I for one want this to wake up the East and don't care how it happens. Another caller said she needs to call an provincial election in October and take the rest of questions off the ballot - this could be risky but I am leaning toward it as terrified that the NDP will get in again and right now Nemshi is their handicap IMHO.
