CASA Program at LINK School
A smaller setting. Personalized learning. Real support for junior high students who need it.
About the Program
The CASA Program at LINK School supports students in grades 6-9 who may find the pace and demands of a traditional classroom overwhelming. Through a smaller, structured setting, students are given the time and support they need to rebuild confidence, strengthen skills, and experience success. Delivered in partnership with CASA Mental Health, the Government of Alberta, and community partners, the program connects mental health supports directly with learning in the classroom. This classroom is part of the broader CASA model, which supports students with complex needs by combining education and mental health care in one setting. While CASA Classrooms serve students in Grades 4 to 12, the LINK School program focuses primarily on the junior high years.
Learn More About the CASA Program arrow_forwardWhat Students Experience
Students attend the CASA classroom for one semester in a class capped at 12 learners. The smaller setting allows staff to build strong relationships and provide consistent, day-to-day support in a predictable environment. Each student follows an individualized learning plan with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy. Flexible pacing allows students to make progress at a rate that works for them, while still working toward key academic outcomes. Learning is designed to be engaging and connected. Students take part in hands-on projects, collaborative work, and real-world learning experiences, with subjects often integrated to support deeper understanding. Throughout the day, students are supported by a dedicated team that includes a Teacher/Principal, a Mental Health Therapist, and a Therapy Support Assistant. In addition to classroom support, CASA Mental Health provides therapy, individualized treatment planning, and connections to community resources. Families are also involved and supported as part of the program.
Transition and Next Steps
Students participate in the CASA Program for approximately half of the school year. After this, the team works closely with the student and their home school to support a successful transition back to a traditional classroom. The goal is for students to leave the program with stronger skills, increased confidence, and strategies that support their success moving forward.