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NEXT STEP offers a wide variety of programming and course selections to assist students in meeting their educational needs. Whether you want to become a full or part-time student in one of our junior or senior high programs, are interested in home education or are an adult learner, we provide alternative choices for academic success.

Did You Know?

At Next Step our goals are to:

  • DIFFERENTIATE our teaching and learning experiences to ENGAGE our students in their learning
  • CONNECT our students to school and community by building TRUST and RELATIONSHIPS
  • TEACH students to read for understanding for improved LITERACY

Division News

Winter Break 2018-19: Office Hours for Elk Island Public Schools

Posted on Dec 20 2018

Sherwood Park, AB. — All Division Schools are closing for the winter break at the end of the day on Dec. 21, 2018, and will reopen on Jan. 7, 2019. While schools are closed, any Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) related questions…

EIPS School Bus Safety Week: Building a culture of safety and respect

Posted on Oct 22 2018

Sherwood Park, AB. — Schools across Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) are celebrating School Bus Safety Week from October 22–26. The theme this year: “School Bus…Bully Free Zone,” which is all about promoting the importance…

Plan to Attend Future Fair 2018: Opportunities and supports for teens and adults with disabilities

Posted on Oct 17 2018

Sherwood Park, AB. — Do you have a child with extra support needs? Not sure what to do after senior high? Plan to attend this year’s Future Fair on Oct. 22, 2018. Hosted by Elk Island Public Schools, Elk Island Catholic Schools…