Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year at Foothills Academy!

Excitement, optimism and energy are all rife at the start of any given academic year, but these things are evident year-round at Foothills, such is the dedication and caring of our skilled and experienced staff.  This perpetually positive engagement is evident in both our School and our Community Services, which are staffed with passionate professionals.   

Foothills’ emphasis on best practices in education and psychology, and our attention to continuous growth, helps us to remain at the forefront in the field of Learning Disabilities (such as Dyslexia) and ADHD.  And, the synergy between our School and Community Services has continuously evolved in order to maximize the academic, emotional, and social support we offer.  As leaders in the LD/ADHD landscape, Foothills is very intentional in our approach to supporting relevant research-based and evidence-based practices, and this is reflected in this year’s theme “Exceptional by Design”.  

Our Designated Special Education Private School (DSEPS) status remains unique as we are the only jurisdiction in the Calgary area solely focused on serving the LD population.  This, coupled with the multi-disciplinary expertise found throughout our building, sets us apart.  Foothills Academy Society is a centre of excellence in the LD/ADHD landscape. 

We are keenly aware of the positive impact our programs and services have, so we believe that if a young person meets the criteria for our School or Community Services programs, finances should not be a barrier to attending.  Our bursary benefits many families who could not otherwise access the programming they need.  It is for this reason that we strive to raise 1 million dollars each year.  Our fall Gala “A Night to Shine” will be held at the Palliser Hotel on November 8, 2025, and the Annual Gordon Hoffman Golf Charity Classic will be held again next summer.  Donors and other community supporters of Foothills make all the difference in helping to shape and change the lives of so many.  

Our sincere gratitude goes out to the entire Foothills Family; including the incredible staff, donors, volunteers, board members, and of course, the young people and families who inspire us every day.

Wishing everyone a great year.

Karen & Simon