Developing Competencies
The Generations program focuses on developing student competencies. Alberta Education has identified eight student competencies that are developed by students through their learning experiences:
- Creativity and innovation
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Communication
- Managing Information
- Collaboration
- Cultural and Global Citizenship
- Personal Growth and Well-Being
With these competencies in mind, learning experiences in the Generations program include activities that will:
- Improve and enhance communication skills
- Daily literacy instruction
- Develop student strengths
- Provide Spiritual Growth
- Improve Motor skills
- Teach Self-care
- Develop physical literacy
- Create stronger community awareness
- Strengthen functional academic skills
Programming
Instruction within the Generations classroom may take different forms including one to one instruction, small group instruction, whole group activities, or teacher directed activities.
Strong connections with the family and community, including Family Support for Children with Disabilities and Persons with Developmental Disabilities will be developed as needed.
Generations utilizes a team approach to ensure all learners are successful. The program is designed to include input from the student, parent/guardian and outside stakeholders. The Generations classroom team consists of a Teacher, Therapeutic Assistant in Speech and Language, Therapeutic Assistant in Occupational Therapy, a Licensed Practical Nurse and Educational Assistants. Additional specialized supports may be available for students as needed.
Placement is based on:
- A referral from the school or
- Parent initiated Transportation may be provided.
To register contact your child’s community school or Inclusive Education at 780 989-3000.
Locations
Generations is offered at the following school sites, select for more information: