ursa Home-Based Education

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We are an independent school offering a constellation of choice to learning for students in Alberta and around the globe. ursa Distance programming.

Ursa delivers a 'constellation of choice'. Our Facebook group is a place for families and friends of ursa to get to know each other, plan activities, and share experiences. Our home education managers are active on the Facebook group providing information on activities and events of interest, ideas for resources, and answering any questions you may have. Please join in the conversation at https://

Photos from AISCA - Association of Independent Schools & Colleges in Alberta's post 05/13/2026

๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ฎ is a proud member of AISCA - Association of Independent Schools & Colleges in Alberta.

05/08/2026

Tired of "Self-Directed" meaning "Doing it all alone"? ๐Ÿงฉ๐Ÿ’ป

Many online programs promise flexibility through "self-directed" learning. In reality, that often means your child is left alone with a dry stack of worksheets, while you end up acting as their full-time tutor. Education shouldn't be a solo missionโ€”and it shouldn't be your second job.

At ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ฌ๐š, we believe in Active Learning. Our distance programming for Grades 1 through 12 focuses on real-time connection. While asynchronous options can work well for a course or two when backed by adequate teacher support, we believe core subjects belong in a live, engaging environment.

The ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ฌ๐š Advantage:
Live Core Classes: Our Alberta-certified teachers lead every core session, providing the expert instruction and encouragement students need.

Teacher-Supported Flexibility: Even our asynchronous offerings feature extensive teacher support, ensuring no student is ever truly "on their own".

Real Engagement: Students participate in dynamic, small-group environments where they can ask questions and get immediate feedback.

Give your child a classroom where they are seen and heard.

๐Ÿ“… Now accepting applications for Fall 2026 (Grades 1-12): ๐Ÿ”— www.goursa.education/distance-programming/

05/07/2026

What if school traveled with your student? โœˆ๏ธ๐ŸŽ’

If you are the parent of a student with a big passionโ€”whether they are on the ice, the stage, in the gym, or traveling around the worldโ€”you know the struggle of juggling a 8-to-3 school bell with a high-performance lifestyle.
The missed days, the constant "catch-up," and the mental fatigue of trying to learn from a dry stack of worksheets in locker rooms and airport lounges can take a toll.

At ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ฌ๐š, we change the game by taking the classroom to the student.
Our distance programming for Grades 1 through 12 provides live, engaging instruction from Alberta-certified teachers. We ensure your child stays on track academically with a top-tier education they can access from anywhere on the planet.

Give them the freedom to achieveโ€”wherever they are. ๐Ÿ“… Now accepting applications for Fall 2026: ๐Ÿ”— www.goursa.education/distance-programming/

05/06/2026

Such a great initiative by the Calgary Public Library! Kindergarten is a big step, and these books are a lovely way to celebrate.

At ๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ฎ, weโ€™re also here to support our communityโ€™s youngest learners. If youโ€™re looking into parent-directed Kindergarten, feel free to check out our Little Bears program to see how we can help you on your home education journey. โœจ

05/06/2026
04/28/2026

Make July 2026 the month you get ahead. ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ’ป

Lighten your fall schedule and fast-track your academic success this summer. The ๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ฎ Summer School program allows motivated students to knock out one critical Grade 12 Alberta High School Course from anywhere in the worldโ€”giving you the collegiate-level confidence you need, with way less stress this fall.

Focus on just one 30-Level Course: ๐Ÿ”ฌ Science: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Science 30 ๐Ÿ“ Math: Math 30-1 or Math 31 (Calculus) โœ๏ธ Humanities: ELA 30-1 or Social Studies 30-1

The ๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ฎ Advantage:
โœ… Top-Tier Curriculum: Study Albertaโ€™s curriculum, ranked among the top 5 globally.
โœ… Expert Support: You are never on your own. Access live tutorials and personalized guidance from our Alberta-certificated teachers. โœ… Prepare for the Future: Get ahead for the upcoming school year and build the collegiate-level confidence needed for university.

Set yourself up for university success. Tap the link to enroll today! ๐Ÿ‘‰ goursa.education/summer

Photos from AISCA - Association of Independent Schools & Colleges in Alberta's post 04/24/2026
04/23/2026

Is your child an online studentโ€”or just a username? ๐Ÿ’ป๐Ÿ‘ค

Not all online schooling is created equal. Many programs boast flexibility but hide a frustrating reality: classes with hundreds, or even thousands, of students where meaningful interaction is impossible.

When your child is one of 1,000 in a live session, they arenโ€™t being taughtโ€”theyโ€™re being broadcasted to.

At ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ฌ๐š, we believe online learning only works when itโ€™s personal. Thatโ€™s why we lead the way with low student-to-teacher ratios.

The ursa Advantage:

๐Ÿซ Small Cohorts: We keep our classes small so our Alberta-certified teachers can actually engage with every student.

๐Ÿ’ป True Live Interaction: This isn't a crowded webinar. Itโ€™s a dynamic, small-group environment where your child is seen, heard, and encouraged to participate.

๐Ÿค Real Relationships: In a small class, teachers know your childโ€™s name, their strengths, and exactly where they need support.

Don't let your child get lost in the digital crowd. Choose an education where they are known. ๐Ÿ”— Apply for September: www.goursa.education/distance-programming/

04/20/2026

Fast-track your academic success this summer. ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ’ป

Make July 2026 count! The ๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ฎ Summer School program gives motivated students the opportunity to complete one Grade 12 Alberta High School Course from anywhere in the world.

Choose the 30-Level Course you need:
โ€ข๐Ÿ”ฌ Science: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Science 30
โ€ข๐Ÿ“ Math: Mathematics 30-1 and Mathematics 31 (Calculus)
โ€ขโœ๏ธ Humanities: English Language Arts 30-1 and Social Studies 30-1

Why choose ๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ฎ this summer?

โœ… Top-Tier Curriculum: Master Albertaโ€™s high school curriculum, consistently ranked among the top 5 globally.
โœ… Expert Instruction and Support: Get live tutorials and personalized guidance from Alberta-certificated teachers.
โœ… Prepare for the Future: Get ahead for the upcoming school year and build the collegiate-level confidence needed for university.

Tap the link to choose your course and enroll today! ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://goursa.education/summer/

03/16/2026

See it. Join it. Experience ursa.

Choosing the right path for your childโ€™s education is a big decision. ๐—ข๐—ป ๐—ง๐˜‚๐—ฒ๐˜€๐—ฑ๐—ฎ๐˜†, ๐— ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฐ๐—ต ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฐ๐˜๐—ต, we invite you and your student (Grades 1โ€“12) to "step inside" an ursa online classroom to see exactly how we use technology to fuel curiosity.

This is an interactive experience where you'll see our teacher-directed programming in action, featuring:

ยท ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ, ๐—ฆ๐˜†๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ต๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ผ๐˜‚๐˜€ ๐—œ๐—ป๐˜€๐˜๐—ฟ๐˜‚๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป: Real-time connection between students and teachers.
ยท ๐—ฆ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—น, ๐—–๐—ผ๐—น๐—น๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ ๐—š๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฝ๐˜€: Capped at 24 students so every voice is heard.
ยท ๐—˜๐˜…๐—ฐ๐—ฒ๐—ฝ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—˜๐—ฑ๐˜‚๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐˜€: Experts at navigating the digital landscape.

Event Details:

ยท ๐Ÿ“… Date: Tuesday, March 24th
ยท โฐ Time: 6:30 pm ยท ๐Ÿ”— Join here: https://us06web.zoom.us/s/83935378458...

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