School Profile:

Didsbury Career High School is a small student centered school, allowing informal and supportive teacher/learner relationships.  We use individualized educational plans: utilizing the concept of self-directed programming, one-to-one tutorials, group seminars, modules, independent learning projects, and computer assisted delivery.

Students work at their own pace, reaching for a personal level of mastery.  They are treated with respect and given the responsibility of freedom of choice.  The small staffing arrangement allows for clear and prompt communication between school, students and community.

Didsbury Career High School is a safe and caring place, where the rights and goals of the individual are of paramount importance.

Grades:

• Grades 10 through 12
• Adult upgrading / GED Prep

Student Profile:

The student population in Career High Schools consists mainly of students seeking non-traditional, individualized settings for one, or more of the following reasons:

• At risk of dropping out of traditional high school
• Behavioral concerns
• Health concerns
• History of concerns with attendance
• Need for upgrading or fast tracking
• Part-time or full-time employment
• Teen parents
• Social/emotional family problems
• Independent, self-paced program
• Adult Upgrading / GED
• Need to fit education around diverse student activities

About Us:

• September to June calendar
• Students can register any time between September & June providing courses will be completed by mid-June
• Two certified Teachers on-site             
• Registration Forms are available at the front desk and on this website
• Students registered in another school but needing another course can apply for a “blended” program                                                        
• The yearly Registration Fee for senior high students is determined by the Board of Education
• All assignments have a deadline to aid in course completion
• Students can access help from teachers during regular business hours