Overview
The Building Futures Program is an exciting opportunity available exclusively for Grade 10 students, starting in the 2025/26 school year. This unique initiative allows students to complete their academic studies while gaining hands-on experience in residential construction by building a house from the ground up.
Program Details
Students in the Building Futures Program will complete their required core courses under the guidance of certified teachers, including:
- English
- Social Studies
- Math
- Science
- Physical Education
- CALM (Career and Life Management)
In addition to their academic coursework, students will work alongside journeymen and experienced tradespeople to develop skills in various aspects of home construction, such as:
- Excavating and cribbing a basement
- Framing
- Plumbing
- HVAC
- Electrical work
- Dry-walling
- Flooring and finishing
- Installing appliances
By the end of the year, participants will have earned an average of 60 credits, including Career and Technology Studies (CTS) credits, giving them a strong foundation for future careers in the trades.
Why Choose Building Futures?
This program has been successfully implemented in other school divisions, including Rocky View, Parkland, and St. Albert Public Schools. It provides students with a real-world, hands-on learning experience while still achieving their academic goals.
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Program Location & Transportation
The Building Futures Program is offered in partnership with San Rufo Homes, with the construction site located in St. Albert. Students will need to arrange their own transportation to the site, arriving by 8:00 AM. At the end of the school day, students will be transported back to SCHS, where they can take their school bus home or participate in after-school sports and clubs.
Parent Information Evening
To learn more about this incredible opportunity, we invite you to attend our Parent Information Session:
- Date: Wednesday, February 19th
- Time: 6:30 PM
- Location: SCHS Drama Room
During this session, parents and students will have the opportunity to ask questions, hear from the Director of Building Futures, and meet current students and teachers involved in the program.
RSVP
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