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Students signing up for Saskatchewan’s new online school got their first look at the available course options Wednesday.
The Saskatchewan Distance Learning Corporation is set to open for the 2023-24 school year, and the Ministry of Education said more than 180 course options are available for K-12 students. Those include electives in subjects such as equine studies, interior design and decorating, paleontology, astronomy, and animation.
Dustin Duncan, Saskatchewan’s education minister, said the wide array of course options will open up new opportunities for students.
“Through this enhanced learning experience, all students will have greater flexibility and choice in gaining the knowledge and skills necessary for their future careers, regardless of where they live in Saskatchewan,” Duncan said in a statement.
The full course list is available online, and includes offerings such as power engineering, welding, hairstyling and esthetics, drafting, psychology, forensic science, mental wellness, hockey skills, entrepreneurship, and more.
“Students who need assistance with individual planning, whether that be course questions or access to local supports, are encouraged to reach out to the Sask DLC who will work directly with the student’s local school division to meet their needs,” the ministry said in a statement.
The school will begin filling staff positions this month, the ministry said. The main office will be located in Kenaston, with small regional campuses in Estevan, La Ronge, Moose Jaw, Neilburg, Nipawin, Prince Albert, Saskatoon, Swift Current and Yorkton.
