Mikisew Cree Alternate Education Program collects personal information that relates directly to and is necessary for various operating programs and activities of the District and to fulfill its mandate of providing students with an education program in accordance with its obligations under the School Act and its regulations. In addition to personal information provided on registration forms, the District may take recordings of students or student work at school or school related activities that form part of the educational program of the District. Such recordings include digital, photos, film, video, audio and emerging technologies.
The following are examples of ways in which personal information may be used by the District:
Establish a student record and determine residency; determine program placement; determine eligibility and/or suitability for provincial/federal funding; provide information to the Minister of Education for research and statistical analysis, feature a student in the school calendar, newsletter, yearbook, or school publications; recognize students and their creative works through display or performance; acknowledge students in class lists, honor rolls, graduation ceremonies; determine student eligibility or suitability for awards or scholarships, in the event that the District applies on the student’s behalf; contact students or parents or emergency contacts; verify absences; provide transportation services; provide identification card; offer assistance to students encountering medical and/or emergency situations; provide video surveillance on school premises, as governed by District policy; provide District authorized surveys; take individual, class, team or club photos for school purpose; take recordings of students engaged in classroom or other school activities; allow media or other organizations into schools, under supervision of school personnel, to film classrooms and students, where students are not interviewed or identified by name or face.
Events that are open to the general public are considered public events, and the District cannot prevent the further distribution or use of photos, videos, images or other personal information obtained by those who attend, including the media.
This notice is provided to you for information only and is not an all-inclusive list. These activities contribute to a healthy and functional school, and students’ participation in these activities is viewed as an important component of their education. Written consent for your child to participate in these activities is not being requested. However, if you have concerns regarding the collection or use of such information, please contact the Principal of your child’s school.