Place-Based Education is a philosophy that recognizes students’ strong connections to their communities, and capitalizes on local community places and resources to provide an effective context for learning. It is grounded in real-world experience giving students opportunity to apply their learning to the real world.
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Awards Night - November 3rd at 6:30 in the Gym!
A New Experience in Education
The Holden Rural Academy is a public charter school that was approved by the Minister of Education in July 2022. We offer Place-Based Education to grade 7 – 12 students – where learning takes place in the classroom and in the community.
Our staff work together with students and families to develop an education plan that has clear expectations for academic achievement and helps students develop career goals.
After a morning devoted to core courses, students are able to choose from a variety of projects in the afternoon, many of them off-campus.
We operate on a 4 day week that runs, most often, from Monday to Thursday (with some exceptions).
Important Notices:
Important Notices:
HRA Principal Announcement (2026-27).docx (1).pdf
Mr. Dewar hands over his keys to his office to Ms. Dey!
October 1st, 2026
Holden Rural Academy takes pride in offering a safe and caring learning space for students of all backgrounds and experiences. We acknowledge that we are on Treaty 6 land.
Holden Rural Academy takes pride in offering a safe and caring learning space for students of all backgrounds and experiences. We acknowledge that we are on Treaty 6 land.
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