Wild Rose Public Schools believes that parental/guardian involvement in their son or daughters education is important to their students success. We encourage parents to get involved with their son or daughters education and be in regular contact with the teacher(s) and the school and we encourage all parents to actively get involved in their schools parent council.
Wild Rose Public Schools:
Values the importance of collaborative relationships with the extended community (families, residents, neighbors, businesses, government agencies, other education jurisdictions and post secondary institutions).
Involves parents as active partners in creating student success.
Develops and maintains effective (open, purposeful, interactive, appropriate and proactive) communication between itself, the schools, the students, the parents and the extended community.
Promotes effective communications that:
These are links to Parent Groups around our school division.
If you have a group you would like to include please contact Division Education Centre for more information.
Parent Support Group - Drayton Valley
Support for parents of a child who has ADD, ADHD, Autism, Asperger’s, ODD, CD, speech issues and/or social problems in school or outside of school. Please click on link for more information.
A conference sponsored by The Alberta Teacher's Association's Committee on the Well-Being of Children and Youth. (PDF Document)
Alberta Curriculum Handbooks for Parents - See what students are expected to learn in each grade, including overviews of subjects and topics
The International Reading Association - This site helps parents to address issues with literacy and reading with their child
Family Education - Family Education, where millions of parents find school solutions, homework help, parenting tips, and expert advice
Education World top 10 Parent Resources - Don't miss dozens of resources on Education World's special Parent Involvement page
National Education Association - Back to school help for parents
Lifestage Parenting Resources - a comprehensive list of sites created especially for parents
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1-800-332-1414 or http://www.albertahealthservices.ca/5423.aspPADIS is a free, confidential, 24/7 service for all Albertans. PADIS staff are specially trained in the assessment & management of exposures to drugs & toxins.
Concerned about your own drug or alcohol use? About the drug and/or alcohol use of a friend or loved one? Simply would like more information on drug & alcohol use? Contact the Addiction & Mental Health Helpline, 24/7.
From trouble with homework to dealing with loss and grief to thoughts of suicide, kids can talk to Kids Help Phone about anything. Professional counselors provide anonymous, confidential and non-judgmental support, 24/7.
TRIP1- Parent Resources - a list of websites to help parents with their child's education, family issues, and parenting issues
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