Alberta's government is continuing to modernize the education system and improve student success by developing curriculum that will drive a passion for learning. As part of this modernization, Alberta's government is beginning engagement with its education partners and teachers to help inform the development of draft curriculum for grades 7-9 mathematics, grades 7-9 social studies, grades 7-10 physical education and wellness and career and life management (CALM).
The engagement will ensure that future junior high curriculum aligns with recently developed elementary curriculum.
"Alberta's government is committed to providing students with a strong and modern curriculum that sets them up for success in the classroom and beyond. The expertise and insights of our education partners are essential as we work together to build a comprehensive curriculum that will inspire a passion for learning and connect students more closely to careers."
Demetrios Nicolaides, Minister of Education
As part of the engagement, participants will have the opportunity to provide feedback on content for career education, financial literacy, basic life skills and home maintenance. This will help inform the organization of content and courses so school authorities can meet students' needs for career readiness while helping support their success in the classroom and life after school.
"Alberta School Boards Association (ASBA) appreciates the opportunity for its locally elected public, Catholic and francophone member school boards to contribute to the curriculum engagement process. ASBA looks forward to ongoing consultation to help inform student success."
Marilyn Dennis, president, Alberta School Board Association
In November, education partners, including system leaders, First Nations education directors, as well as subject experts will review draft curriculum and content. Alberta's government will also begin to work with the Alberta Teachers' Association and school authorities to recruit teachers to review draft content and curriculum to provide valuable input to help inform its development at a later stage in the engagement.
"Collaborative curriculum development ensures that Alberta's education system evolves with the needs of students as they grow in learning from K-12. CASS looks forward to providing expertise and feedback regarding grade-appropriate learning outcomes so that students will be empowered with academic success and career readiness."
Dr. Clint Moroziuk, president, College of Alberta School Superintendents
The collaboration with education partners at different stages in the engagement process will ensure their knowledge and perspectives are considered at the right time. This approach will allow for a diverse range of professionals to leverage their expertise in curriculum development and implementation prior to the public release of the draft content in spring 2025.
Quick facts
- Since implementation began in the 2022-23 school year, school authorities have implemented new curriculum in six subjects:
- K-6 English language arts and literature
- K-6 mathematics
- K-6 physical education and wellness
- K-6 French first language and literature
- K-6 French immersion language arts and literature
- K-6 science
- This school year, 62 school authorities are piloting draft K-6 social studies curriculum in more than 500 schools across Alberta.
- In the 2025-26 school year, school authorities will have the option to pilot the draft junior high and career education curriculum in classrooms and provide further feedback.
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