Distance Learning and Shared Responsibility at Harvest Baptist Academy

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Distance Learning & Shared Responsibility

We offer grades 1-12 Christian distance learning and shared responsibility programming to Alberta school aged students (full-time and part-time).

Distance learning courses are entirely teacher directed. Students who choose this option would be learning at home using materials chosen and assessed by the teacher.

In our shared responsibility program, the parent outsources education in subject areas to the school. In grades 1-9 HBA must teach a minimum of 50%; in high school HBA must teach a minimum of 20% of the year. For example, if a student chose to homeschool gym, health, science, social studies, and art, the teacher would provide instruction in English Language Arts and Math.

Our courses are designed for any student with an Internet connection who prefers flexibility, convenience, safety, and a Christian worldview. Our distance learning courses meet all the learning outcomes of the Alberta Programs of Study. Our teachers are eager to help and communicate regularly with students through email, video chat, and phone calls.

Our dedicated staff love working with supportive parents and students who are focussed and organized. Distance learning works especially well for independent learners who are motivated. Younger students require adult supervision.

Students can work at their own pace within a semester or year. Students are encouraged to complete all course work by the middle of June.
Students can work independently on their courses any time giving them flexibility in pursuing other commitments; teachers are available for support during office hours.
Students can fill in the gaps and focus on the skills they need to develop in conjunction with teacher directed materials and assessments.
Inclusive Education teachers work with students and parents to develop Individual Program Plans (IPP).
Alberta adults have access to a variety of courses to complete their high school diploma, improve high school marks, learn new skills, and/or fulfill post-secondary requirements.

Students who want to attend post secondary can obtain an Alberta High School Diploma through our Distance Learning Program.

An Alberta high school diploma shows students have proficiency in the scope and sequence of the Alberta curriculum. 100 credits at a high school level are necessary to achieve this diploma.

Home-based learners can earn the diploma-required 100 course credits at home through any one or more of the following options:

1. Take the Alberta accredited courses through an HBA teacher via distance learning.

2. “Course Challenges” as provided for and described in the Guide to Education publication from Alberta Education

– Challenge exams for the core subjects (Math, Science, English, and Social Studies).

– Portfolio assessments for physical education and options/elective courses.

For more information on how to transition from homeschooling to a career, go to the Alberta Learning Information Service EXPLORE EDUCATION AND TRAINING OPTIONS IN ALBERTA – ALIS . For information about MyPass CLICK HERE.

Registrations are accepted until the third week of September for the first semester and during January for the second semester.

Please CONTACT US if you would like to learn more about the program.

Enrolment Form

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HARVEST BAPTIST ACADEMY

26404 Highway 16 West, Spruce Grove, AB T7X 3H5
Phone: 780-960-0235, Fax: 780-960-9235

STUDENT REGISTRATION for the 2023/2024 school year

The personal information collected on this form is part of HBA’s student registration process and is authorized under the provisions of the School Act and its regulations and also under section 33(c) of the FOIP Act. All personal information collected during the registration process and during the course of the school year will be used to provide students an educational program that meets their needs to provide a safe and secure school environment. Your personal information will be protected as per part of the FOIP Act. if you have any questions regarding the use or disclosure of this information, please contact Harvest Baptist Academy at 780-699-4449

Please check the appropriate box for this application:(Required)

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STUDENT INFORMATION

ASN#

(Alberta Student Number)
*If you don't know your child's ASN leave it blank the HBA administration will assign it one and contact you about it

Legal Surname First Middle

Last grade completed

Preferred Surname

(would be different from Legal Surname)

Gender

Birthdate

Home phone number

Cell number

Address

Mailing Address CIty Province Postal Code

HARVEST BAPTIST ACADEMY

26404 Highway 16 West, Spruce Grove, AB T7X 3H5
Phone: 780-960-0235, Fax: 780-960-9235

SCHOOL HISTORY

Previous School Name

Phone Number

Address

Address City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

MEDICAL INFORMATION

Student Alberta Health Care Number(Required)

List Allergies

Please comment on any health problems or any other matters that will assist the school:

EMERGENCY CONTACT

(Provide at least one alternative Emergency Contact Person in case parent/guardian is unavailable)

1. Emergency contact

Full name

Relation to the student

Phone number

2. Emergency contact

Full name

Relation to the student

Phone number

HARVEST BAPTIST ACADEMY

26404 Highway 16 West, Spruce Grove, AB T7X 3H5
Phone: 780-960-0235, Fax: 780-960-9235

Harvest Baptist Academy Responsible Use

of Technology Agreement Student Form

Student Name:(Required)

Overview

Harvest Baptist Academy supports and encourages the use of technology to enhance and facilitate learning. The Internet gives teachers and students access to important educational resources such as online museums, encyclopedias, government libraries and databases etc. . Along with this availability comes the risk of access to material that may not be considered to be of educational value. While student use of the Internet will be supervised, Harvest Baptist Academy does not have full control of the content that may be accessible. Students are expected to exercise responsible Christian behaviour when using the internet. Access to the school computers and the Internet is given as a privilege to students, not a right. We require that students and parents/guardians read, understand and agree to the following rules for acceptable computer use and on-line behaviour.

Student Responsibilities include:

● Using the Internet in a way that is consistent with the mission and policies of Harvest Baptist Academy.

● Using the internet ONLY for school related or staff approved educational work. The following are not permitted:

Sending or receiving personal email.
Sending, receiving or displaying offensive messages or pictures.
Playing online games (not approved by HBA), participating in chat rooms, reading or posting weblogs unless specifically related to coursework.
Using another student’s password or giving another student his/her password.
Damaging or altering computer or network equipment or software.
Revealing personal information about myself or other individuals.

● Adhering to rules of copyright.

● Learning and using citations correctly.

Signing and returning the attached form I understand:

● Students have access to school computers and network resources.

● Not all student work or usage is guaranteed to be private. Teachers, the administrator or other technology staff may monitor activity or access files when there is a reason to suspect inappropriate conduct or when there is a problem with the system.

● Students will have a school account from Google Apps for Education (GAFE)

The GAFE account allows students to use online email, calendars, documents, and applications to communicate and collaborate with other students and teachers. The tools and resources are provided by Google, and all files and information are stored on Google servers, which may be located anywhere in the world and subject to the laws of that country. For more information on Google Apps benefits and security, please review the following website:
http://www.google.com/enterprise/apps/education/benefits.html.

Student Agreement

I am signing below to show that I accept the expectations and conditions of this agreement and will conduct myself as a responsible digital citizen:

Student Signature

Date

Parent/Guardian Agreement (for students less than 18 years of age on September 1)

As the parent or guardian of the student signing above, I have read and support this contract. I understand that online content may be objectionable and will not hold Harvest Baptist Academy accountable should my student access that unacceptable content. I agree to report any unacceptable online behaviour to the school principal or designate. I understand that Harvest Baptist Academy will not assume legal liability for inappropriate use, and that I will hold some responsibility for violations of this agreement by my student. I understand that I will be notified concerning any serious breach of this agreement by my student, especially where their account privileges are suspended or cancelled.

HARVEST BAPTIST ACADEMY

26404 Highway 16 West, Spruce Grove, AB T7X 3H5
Phone: 780-960-0235, Fax: 780-960-9235

PERSONAL INFORMATION PROTECTION OF PRIVACY ACT

On April 1, 2023 the Personal Information Protection Act [PIPA] came into effect for all Alberta Schools. Under this legislation, schoolswill continue to gather student information [allowed under the Education Act] and must indicate to parents how the information willbe used. The purpose of this notice is to inform you of the uses of student information collected by Harvest Baptist Academy andHarvest Christian Home School.

The following items describe activities where student information may be used and such uses [as legislated by the PIPA Act].

NOTICE OF ACTIVITIES

● students’ names, photos and comments may be included in the school calendar, yearbook, or newsletter..

● individual, class or team photos may be taken and used within the school for identification.

● students’ names may be included on artwork or other materials displayed at school.

● students’ names and parents’/guardians’ telephone numbers may be used to take attendance at school, field trips,

transportation services, emergencies, planning and other school-sponsored activities.

● students’ names, telephone numbers and addresses may be included in school directories.

● students’ names may be included in listings of honour rolls, bus lists, graduations, scholarships, awards or for special

recognition (e.g. birthday) purposes.

● students’ names may be included on class lists posted for class placement.

● students' names and telephone numbers may be provided to classroom parent representatives [e.g. absenteeism

verification, school activities] or for fan-out purposes [e.g. notification of emergency school closures]

● the taking of photos/videos of classroom activities, and their use by the media or other organizations where students are

not interviewed or identified by name or face.

● the use of a student’s name for individual class, club, team and/or group photos/videos/images taken at school-sponsored

activities for display at the school.

● the use of students’ names and academic information necessary for determining eligibility or suitability for provincial,

federal or other types of awards or scholarships in the event the board applies on a student’s behalf.

MEDIA/OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS

Where individual students are identified or interviewed by media or outside organizations and the material will be used outside the school, separate and specific consent will be requested of parents. Parents will be contacted before such events taking place.

PUBLIC EVENTS:

Photos and videos of school activities that are open to the general public, may be taken and used for purposes within and outside the school, and are beyond the school board’s mandate.

***All information placed in a student's record will continue to be protected and used in compliance with the PIPA Act***

CONSENT REQUIRED

Throughout the year there may be opportunities for the school to:

Provide parent/guardian’s name, phone number, email address and mailing address, as well as the student’s name and grade level, to the School Council or School Fundraising Society for contact purposes.(Required)

Yes

Publish/post the student’s name, photograph, school-related work and accomplishments on the school/division website and social media.(Required)

Yes

Video/audio record my child and publish or reproduce my child's work for non-profit educational purposes at school-sponsored activities and functions, or in school publications.(Required)

Yes

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