Key services
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It is important for educational practices to be flexible and responsive to student strengths, needs and learning preferences.
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The first six years of a child's life are important to their development and future education.
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We are committed to improving education outcomes and creating opportunities for First Nations, Métis and Inuit students in Alberta.
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Learn more about Francophone education in Alberta.
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We are delighted to launch our beta version of the new LearnAlberta.ca with the draft K-4 curriculum.
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Information on Diploma Exams, Provincial Achievement Tests, Student Learning Assessments and educator involvement in provincial assessments.
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Students, parents and schools have responsibilities for ensuring welcoming, caring, respectful and safe learning environments.
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Student information includes your Detailed Academic Report, accessing MyPass, your unique Alberta Student Number, Transcripts and more.
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Learn about the teaching profession and how to become a certificated teacher in Alberta.
In focus
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Learn about new professional practice standards and certifications for education leaders. -
We will share important updates throughout each phase of our curriculum development work.
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Online Learning Guides
The new guides will help students and their families assess the strengths of online and blended learning.
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Black History Month
Every February, Albertans are invited to participate in Black History Month festivities and events to honour this legacy, past and present.
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K to 12 Programs of study
Programs of study includes information on what students learn and resources to support their learning.
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Minister David Eggen
Mr. Eggen was appointed Minister of Education on May 24, 2015.
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Our responsibilities
Through safe and caring schools for all students, Alberta’s government is making life better by investing in education – one of the most important investments we can make in our future.
The Ministry has the following responsibilities:
- develop curriculum and set standards
- evaluate curriculum and assess outcomes
- teacher development and certification
- support students with diverse learning needs
- fund and support school boards
- First Nations, Métis and Inuit and Francophone education
- oversees basic education policy and regulations
Ministry information
Publications
Resources
Featured News
- Feb 13, 2019
Education Minister David Eggen visited students who will be among the first to attend the future Dr. Anne Anderson School in southwest Edmonton.
- Feb 12, 2019
Education Minister David Eggen has released guidelines with information and resources to support students with Type 1 diabetes while they are in school.
- Feb 07, 2019
At a roundtable with community leaders, Premier Rachel Notley announced the government will expand learning opportunities for students by developing a Filipino language and culture curriculum.