Term Offered: Semester 2

International Baccalaureate (IB) Program Classes – Theory of knowledge (TOK) & Extended Essay (EE)

A select group of YCDSB secondary schools has been chosen to host International Baccalaureate (IB) programs. The IB program empowers students to chart their own educational journey, fostering the acquisition of skills and confidence essential for personal growth and making a meaningful impact. It positions teachers as facilitators of learning excellence, collaborating with dedicated colleagues … Continue reading “International Baccalaureate (IB) Program Classes – Theory of knowledge (TOK) & Extended Essay (EE)”

Secondary Credit Aquatics Credit Program

PAQ2O – Part 1 -Healthy Living and Aquatic Activities – Aquatics Part 1 – Grade 10 Open PLF4M – Part 2 -Recreation and Healthy Active Living Leadership – Aquatics Part 2 – Grade 12 Mixed

Secondary Remedial Tutoring – Grade 9 & 10 – Literacy and Numeracy

The Continuing Education department offers free, in-person Secondary Literacy and Numeracy Tutoring for Grades 9 and 10 students. Sessions are on Mondays (Math) and Wednesdays (Language), with the flexibility to choose one or two days weekly. Tutoring is in-person immediately after school on the scheduled dates. Mandatory attendance is vital for maximizing this opportunity and … Continue reading “Secondary Remedial Tutoring – Grade 9 & 10 – Literacy and Numeracy”

Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

Application Period: October 16 2024 – April 30, 2025 The Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) challenge is an evaluation and credit-granting process. Students that have acquired the knowledge and skills outside of secondary school and as outlined in the Curriculum documents provided by the Ontario Ministry of Education, may obtain grade 10-12 credits for … Continue reading “Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)”

Grade 8 Reaching Up: Learning Strategies

This course helps students become independent learners and increases their personal management skills, both in school and in their personal lives. This course will help students; develop and apply a range of strategies to improve their learning develop their literacy, numeracy, communication and planning skills complete a career portfolio increase their confidence, motivation and ability … Continue reading “Grade 8 Reaching Up: Learning Strategies”

Secondary Night School Credit

The York Catholic District School Board provides evening credit courses following the Ontario Secondary School curriculum guidelines for students in grades 9 to 12. These courses are accessible to all high school students with the required prerequisites. Students have the option to either take a new credit or retake a course to improve a previous … Continue reading “Secondary Night School Credit”