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Elk Island Public Schools
Central Administration Building
683 Wye Road
Sherwood Park, Alberta
T8B 1N2
Phone: 780-464-EIPS (3477)
Fax: 780-417-8181
Toll Free: 1-800-905-3477
Note: All EIPS' staff email addresses use the following format: firstname.lastname@eips.ca
Office Hours:
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Preschool Language Program
This program is designed for children two and a half to four and a half years of age who are PUF (Program Unit Funding) eligible and have severe disabilities/delays in the area of speech, language and communication.
Early Childhood PUF Services Brochure
LOCATION
REACH (Resources in Early Childhood)
The REACH program is a PUF (Program Unit Funding) designated site for children ages two and a half to six years of age who have severe disabilities and who require support beyond that offered in regular ECS.
Early Childhood PUF Services Brochure
LOCATIONS
École Élémentaire Ardrossan Elementary School
Win Ferguson Elementary School
Communication Skills Program (CSP)
The Communication Skills Program (CSP) is a system special education program designed to meet the needs of students in grades 1 to 3 with severe delays in communication skills and/or a severe language-based learning disability. The primary focus for the student in this program is the development of speech and language skills throughout all activities during the school day. The program offers a small class setting and individualized instruction in Language Arts, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies. Students participate in the regular curriculum to the fullest extent possible and are integrated into regular classes as appropriate. Instruction is guided by an IPP and builds on individual strengths and needs.
LOCATION
Woodbridge Farms School (1-3)
FOCUS
The FOCUS program is a system special education program designed to meet the needs of students with complex issues including severe psychiatric disorders, mental health issues and related learning difficulties. Learning and coping strategies, social skill development and support networks are key areas of focus designed to assist students in the school environment and beyond. There is a strong focus on assisting students with goal setting. A combination of small group instruction and integration are available based on individual student needs. Core subject areas and optional courses are available through a variety of instructional options allowing students to experience success. Instruction is guided by an IPP and builds on individual strengths and needs.
LOCATIONS
F.R. Haythorne Junior High (Gr. 7-9)
Bev Facey Community High (Gr. 10-12)
GOALS (Generating Occupational, Academic and Life Skills) Program
GOALS is a system special education program designed to meet the needs of students with mild cognitive disabilities. The focus of this program is on basic academic skills as well as life skills and social skill development. Instruction is guided by an IPP and builds on individual strengths and needs.
LOCATIONS
Elementary
Brentwood Elementary School (1-6)
Colchester Elementary School (1-6)
Junior High
Ardrossan Junior Senior High (7-9)
F.R. Haythorne Junior High School (7-9)
High School
Bev Facey Community High School (10-12)
LINKS (Learning - Individual Needs, Knowledge and Skills) Program
The LINKS program is a system special education program designed to meet the needs of students with mild to severe cognitive disabilities and/or physical/medical disabilities who require supervision and assistance in personal care, motor skills, social interaction, communication, leisure, recreation, and other aspects of daily living. The focus of the program is to meet the individual developmental needs of students and to allow them to achieve to their maximum potential for functional living. Instruction is guided by an IPP and builds on individual strengths and needs.
LOCATIONS
Elementary
A. L. Horton Elementary School (1-6)
Lamont Elementary School (1-6)
Win Ferguson Elementary School (1-6)
Junior High
École Rudolph Hennig (7-9)
High School
Fort Saskatchewan High School (10-12)
Lamont Junior/Senior High School (10-12)
Vegreville Composite High School (10-12)
PLACE (Practical Learning and Community Education) Program
The PLACE program is a system special education program designed to meet the needs of students with moderate cognitive disabilities and significant delays in all areas of development. Emphasis is placed on communication, self-care, basic literacy and numeracy, and personal, social and vocational skills in the classroom and the community. Instruction is guided by an IPP and builds on individual strengths and needs.
LOCATIONS
Elementary
Westboro Elementary School (1-6)
Junior High
Clover Bar Junior High School (7-9)
High School
Bev Facey Community High School (10-12)
STEPS (Steps to Enhance Personal Success) Program
The STEPS program is a system special education program designed to meet the needs of students with severe cognitive disabilities who require supervision and assistance in personal care, motor skills, social interaction, communication, leisure, recreation, and other aspects of daily living. The goal of the program is to meet the individual developmental needs of students and to allow them to achieve to their maximum potential for functional living. Instruction is guided by an IPP and builds on individual strengths and needs.
LOCATIONS
Elementary
Junior/Senior High School
Salisbury Composite High School
Transition Programs
Planning for the Future (Parent Guide to Transition) Elementary Transition Program
The Elementary Transition Program is a system special education program for students in grades 4 to 6 with average to above average ability who have a diagnosed learning disability demonstrated by significant delays in one or more academic areas. The program offers a small class setting and individualized instruction in Language Arts, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies with a focus on direct instruction, strategy instruction and development of self-advocacy skills. Students may be integrated into regular classes for some subjects. Instruction is guided by an IPP and builds on individual strengths and needs.
LOCATION
Woodbridge Farms School (4-6)
Junior High Transition Program
The Junior High Transition Program is a system special education program for students in grades 7 to 9 with average to above average ability who have a diagnosed learning disability demonstrated by significant delays in one or more academic areas. The program offers a small class setting and individualized instruction in Language Arts, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies with a focus on direct instruction, strategy instruction and development of self-advocacy skills. Students attend regular classes for other subjects including options. Instruction is guided by an IPP and builds on individual strengths and needs.
LOCATION
Sherwood Heights Junior High School (7-9)
Senior High Transition Program
The Senior High Transition Program is a system special education program for students in grades 10 to 12 with average to above average ability who have a diagnosed learning disability demonstrated by significant delays in one or more academic areas. The program offers a small class setting and individualized instruction in core subjects with a focus on direct instruction, strategy instruction and development of self advocacy skills. Students may attend regular classes for specific subjects, including options. Instruction is guided by an IPP and builds on individual strengths and needs.
LOCATION
Salisbury Composite High (10-12)
