Interactions Program
Interactions programming supports students in Grades 1 to 12 who have been clinically diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Because ASD can result in difficulties with communication, social understanding, and sensory processing, students in this program benefit from a specialized approach to learning.
While many students with ASD are academically capable, they may experience uneven achievement due to social or behavioral barriers. Our program bridges that gap.
We follow the standard Alberta curriculum, ensuring high-quality education while focusing on specific developmental goals:
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Communication: Building skills to express needs and thoughts clearly.
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Social Connections: Understanding social situations and maintaining relationships.
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Emotional Regulation: Learning problem-solving strategies to manage anxiety, frustration, or change.
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Independence: Developing life skills essential for employment and independent living.
To support these goals, we provide a distinct learning setting that includes:
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Smaller class sizes for targeted, individualized instruction.
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Structured routines to provide predictability and safety.
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Visual aids and hands-on activities to support different learning styles.
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Integration opportunities where students join general classes in their areas of strength.
This program is designed for students in Grades 1–12 with a clinical diagnosis of ASD who demonstrate severe impairment in social interactions/communication and stereotyped behaviors.
How to Register
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Current Students: Contact your child’s school principal to discuss eligibility and options.
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New to Edmonton Public Schools: Contact the principal directly.