Welcome to the Peace Learning Connection, the Peace River School Division's innovative and dynamic hub for alternative education. We believe that every student deserves a world-class education that is as unique as they are. The Peace Learning Connection is more than just a program; it's a commitment to meeting students where they are, understanding their individual needs, and providing flexible, barrier-free pathways to success. Our diverse range of educational options, delivered outside the traditional school setting, ensures that every learner has the opportunity to thrive, explore their passions, and achieve their full potential. Join us as we redefine what's possible in education and empower the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and creators.
Our Alternative Education Programs
The Peace River School Division offers several alternative education options. We have two Outreach Programs, Peace Regional Outreach Campus and Fairview and Area Learning Store, which allow students to learn at their own pace with support from certified teachers.
PRSD also provides a homeschool program that gives parents support from certified teacher facilitators. Additionally, we have a Virtual Education Program for students in Grades 10-12, providing access to specialized teachers in various subjects, across the entire Division.
Mission
- To provide an alternate learning environment for students for whom the mainstream school setting has not been effective
- To assist youth in achieving positive personal growth
- To enable youth at risk of dropping out to remain connected with a learning/educational environment
- To facilitate the re-entry into mainstream schooling for those young people who desire it
- To provide youth with skills related to career exploration, communication, community awareness, and self awareness to promote increased self-esteem and employability
Peace Regional Outreach Campus
The Peace Regional Outreach Campus opened its doors for the first time in the 19940-1995 school year, serving teen moms and other at-risk students in the Peace River area. Then, in 1996, community agencies partnered with Peace Outreach to offer a wider youth support network. This included counsellors, an Indigenous liaison worker, office personnel, transportation, and supporting programming materials. Today, Peace Outreach is proud to serve a wide variety of students, including at-risk students and students who simply require a more flexible schedule to accommodate other aspects of life such as employment or athletic schedules.
Peace Outreach also welcomes adult students who are working toward achieving their high school equivalency.
**Peace Outreach's current location and student demand has made it necessary for the Peace River School Division (PRSD) to limit enrolment at Peace Outreach to PRSD students. In order to attend Peace Outreach, you must be registered with the PRSD prior to the end of September during the current school year. This does not apply to adult students.**
Fairview and Area Learning Store
The Fairview and Area Learning Store (FALS) is an outreach school serving between 50 and 100 Fairview and surrounding area students per year. We offer a full high school program with a variety of optional courses delivered either in print or online on a timetable of your choosing. Best of all, there are never course conflicts because you can choose what to take, when to take it, and when to complete it!
Students receive one-on-one education, post-secondary, and career counseling to develop a plan tailored to meet each individual's unique needs and aspirations in a caring, friendly, and supportive educational environment. Personal counseling is available, as well.
We're open Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (no classes on Fridays after 2:23 p.m.), so drop by and let's talk about your education and your future.
**FALS current location and student demand has made it necessary for the Peace River School Division (PRSD) to limit enrolment at FALS to PRSD students. In order to attend FALS, you must be registered with the PRSD prior to the end of September during the current school year.**
Virtual Education Program
Peace River School Division’s (PRSD) Virtual Education Program (VEP) is available for students in Grades 10-12 in all PRSD schools. Students receiving instruction through the Virtual Education Program have access to specialized teachers in all subject areas, regardless of the geographic location or school size.
Peace River School Division (PRSD) is proud to be able to offer alternative education to students in Northern Alberta. We endeavor to work with parents to offer the best educational experience for your child. Our mission is “Learning Together, Success for All” and we want every student to reach their highest potential. Peace River School Division wants to ensure that every student in our division gets the very best that we have to offer.
To learn more about the program, please contact your local school principal or visit the Peace Learning Connection website.
Home Learning Program
Peace River School Division is proud to be able to offer home education to students in Northern Alberta. We endeavor to work with parents, together offering the best for your child.
Our mission is “Learning Together, Success for All” and we want every student to reach their highest potential. We are excited to be on this journey with you. Learn more here: Peace Learning Connection Website