Rundle Academy is an Independent School in

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, part of Rundle College Society, and specializes in the instruction of students who have

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. Students at Rundle Academy typically have an average to above average

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but struggle in one or more areas of learning. As a result, the students typically underachieve in one of their core academic areas. The school has a population of 200 students in Grades 4-12. The classes at Rundle Academy range from 6 students per class in Elementary to 10 students per class in High School. Teachers utilize

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and differentiated assessment to help their students achieve their personal best. All classrooms are equipped with assistive technology to help students. These technologies include: ActivBoards, SMART Boards, Neo personal word processors, laptop computers and desktop computers. Rundle Academy follows the Alberta Learning Curriculum and aims to have each of its students graduate with a High School Diploma.

Athletics

Some of the sports offered to students are: * Badminton * Basketball * Cheerleading * Cross Country * Football * Golf * Rugby * Soccer * Track and Field * Ultimate Frisbee * Volleyball * Wrestling

External links

Rundle College SocietyLearn AlbertaLearning Disabilities Association
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