Province invests $100 million to address classroom complexity

“We have already seen the positive impact the Classroom Complexity Teams are having in CBE schools,” said Laura Hack, chair, Calgary Board of Education. “Expanding these teams into Grades 7 through 12, together with funding for staff training, will strengthen our ability to respond to learning needs across more schools. We appreciate the flexibility to allocate these resources where they will have the greatest impact.”

The investment builds on the government’s decision to hire more than 1,400 teachers, and the creation of 476 complexity teams in grades K-6 to address classroom complexity.

“Thank you to Alberta’s government for today’s $100-million investment in classroom complexity,” said Lory Iovinelli, chair, Calgary Catholic School District. “Supporting students means supporting the educators who serve them every day. The Calgary Catholic School District has consistently advocated for increased supports for students and staff, and we are grateful to see continued investment in one of education’s most pressing priorities. Every child deserves the opportunity to learn, belong and thrive.”

The province added that existing complexity teams will continue to provide early, school-based support in elementary grades, while new teams will be expanded to serve students in grades 7-12, providing more specialized services for older students.

All public, separate and francophone school jurisdictions are eligible for and will receive at least one additional complexity team. Teams will be deployed at the school authority level to ensure flexibility, allowing authorities to target support where needs are greatest. The rural and remote component of this new funding will be available to all public, separate and francophone school jurisdictions within rural or remote regions.

by rdnewsNOW staff

Province invests $100 million to address classroom complexity

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