If you are a Grade 8 student registered to attend a high school in the Durham Catholic District School Board in September, a Grade 9 credit is available this summer as part of our Reach Ahead Program.
Successful completion of the Reach Ahead Program fulfills one of the two online learning credits that is a requirement for the Ontario Secondary School Diploma.
Summer School Reach Ahead courses will be offered online.
We offer the following high school credit courses as part of the Reach Ahead Program:
Introduction to Business (BBI 1O1)
This course introduces you to the world of business. You will develop an understanding of the functions of business, including accounting, marketing, and information and communication technology. This course builds a foundation for further studies in business and helps you develop the business knowledge and skills you will need in your everyday life.
Exploring Family Studies - Transition to High School (HIF1O)
This course explores some relevant needs that students face: the transition to high school, how to relate to others, how to manage resources, and how to become responsible members of society. Students will have opportunities to develop interpersonal, decision-making, and practical skills related to daily life. They will use research skills as they explore topics related to personal and family needs. Students will explore strategies to support their personal health and well-being.
U.P. (Ultimate Potential) Math (GLS1O)
UP (Ultimate Potential) Mathematics is a specialized program that provides student candidates with the opportunity to learn key math concepts, address gaps in learning, and develop problem-solving processes that are important for developing a good foundation for Grade 9 mathematics.
*A recommendation from the Grade 8 teacher is required for each student in UP Math.
Expressions of First Nations, Metis and Inuit Cultures (NAC1O) CANCELLED
This course explores various arts disciplines, giving students the opportunity to create, present, and analyse art works, including integrated art works/ productions, that explore or reflect First Nations, Métis, and Inuit perspectives and cultures. Students will examine the interconnected relationships between art forms and individual and cultural identities, histories, values, protocols, and ways of knowing and being.
Reach Ahead courses run July 4 to 27, 2023
Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 2:37 pm
Online Student Orientation Session - July 4, 2023
Students will be contacted by their teacher for start-up details.
Please check junk email boxes and contact cont.ed@dcdsb.ca if you do not receive a D2L/Brightspace Username and Password by June 30 @ 4:00 pm.
For more information about our Reach Ahead Program, please email us at credit.reg@dcdsb.ca or call 905-438-0570.