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| Respect for Diversity and
Parental Rights |
| SCHOOL ACT |
| Preamble |
WHEREAS the best educational interests
of the student are the paramount considerations in the exercise
of any authority under this Act;
WHEREAS parents have a right and a responsibility to make decisions
respecting the education of their children; |
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Diversity in shared values |
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(1) All education programs offered and
instructional materials used in schools must reflect the diverse
nature and heritage of society in Alberta, promote understanding
and respect for others and honour and respect the common values
and beliefs of Albertans.
(2) For greater certainty, education programs and instructional
materials referred to in subsection (1) must not promote or foster
doctrines of racial or ethnic superiority or persecution, religious
intolerance or persecution, social change through violent action
or disobedience of laws.
Other languages of instruction |
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