The process for accessing learning support assistance involves the initial identification of student needs either by the staff or by parents. Teachers do ongoing assessments within their classrooms and readily identify students who are experiencing difficulties. Prior to report cards being sent out each term, administration reviews the marks, both academically and socially, to determine any other concerns with individual students.

When it is determined that more in-depth testing is required, this is supplied by the Learning Support Teacher at A.B.Daley School. From these results it is then decided whether or not more detailed testing is required through Central Office certified personnel. This degree of testing can often lead to longer term intervention by the Learning Support Teacher and/or by Educational Assistants. As well, an Individual Program Plan (IPP) may possibly be developed for a student who has specific needs. The planning of this program is done collaboratively with the staff, parents, and when appropriate, the student. These plans are reviewed throughout the year by all stakeholders involved.

In order to access help from the Family School Liaison Counsellor parents can phone the school to talk with the counsellor and set up a time to fill out the forms. Teachers may also recommend that a student see the Family School Liaison Counsellor and after the first visit permission must be asked of the parents.

Regarding the therapists’ service through Calgary Health Region, teachers often refer students (with the permission of the parents), but parents may also request this service.