The Knowledge and Employability (K&E) curriculum supports students in Grades 8 through 12 who demonstrate reading, writing, mathematical and/or other levels of achievement two to three grade levels below their age-appropriate grade. Knowledge and Employability courses provide students with opportunities to experience success and become well prepared for employment, further studies, citizenship and lifelong learning. All Division schools offering Grades 8 to 12 (with the exception of Old Scona School) can provide K&E programming.
GOALS
Maximize opportunities for student success
Support high school completion
BENEFITS
Improved academic and occupational skills
Improved interpersonal skills
Supported access to continuing education opportunities
Help with transitioning from school to the workplace and community
Preparation for employment, post-secondary studies, engaged citizenship and lifelong learning
Guidance and resources to help become an engaged thinker and ethical citizen with an entrepreneurial spirit
PROGRAM DELIVERY
Learning activities and experiences that require reading, writing, mathematical literacy and employability skills for the workplace
Practical lessons that apply to the home, community and workplace
On- and off-campus experiences and/or community partnerships
The option to combine K&E courses with other junior high and high school courses or transition in and out of K&E courses throughout Grades 8 to 12
An opportunity to transition from K&E courses to other high school courses to achieve an Alberta High School Diploma
ELIGIBILITY
Students cannot participate in K&E programming based solely on having:
a diagnosis of special needs
behavioural challenges which can be addressed through the elective components of regular courses or through remedial classes
excessively disruptive behaviour
academic delays resulting from attendance issues or from learning English as a Second Language
K&E courses are designed to provide programming for students who:
are at least 12 years six months of age on September 1
experience difficulty with abstract learning
are presently working two to three grade levels below their age-appropriate grade
Students under the age of 16 are required to have informed written consent from their parents/guardians prior to participating in a K&E course.
ALBERTA CURRICULUM
All Edmonton Public Schools programming is based on curriculum determined by Alberta Education. Students enrolled in K&E will receive the same high-quality education offered in all of our programs.
TRANSPORTATION
Edmonton Transit Service (ETS) is the preferred method of transportation. For more information about busing, contact a school offering K&E.
CONTACT
For more information, talk to your junior high or high school counsellor or principal.
