PUBLIC School System:   http://www.cbe.ab.ca/default.asp

Students come first. We believe that everyone can learn. Each student is unique and worthwhile. We acknowledge, recognize and celebrate the diversity of our learners. Success for each and every student is the goal of our work.

Learning is our final purpose. We believe that learning empowers students to achieve their potential. Attention to continuous improvement, high expectations, innovation and relationships will enable all students to reach their potential. Student learning is at the heart of everyone's work at the Calgary Board of Education.

Public education serves the common good. Public education is essential for a vibrant democracy. The principles of democracy drive our accountability to the public and the public's participation in our work. Our school system is owned by and accountable to Calgarians and therefore, the Calgary Board of Education is accountable to Calgary taxpayers for using resources wisely to meet students' learning needs.

CATHOLIC School System:   http://www.cssd.ab.ca/

Alberta Education defines a basic education as one which provides students with a solid core program which includes Language Arts, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies. In our Catholic schools, Religious Education is also included in our core program.