May 5th, 2022
This memo outlines the various Elementary and Secondary Summer School Programs [not including Summer Learning], the process for registration and communication letters for parents/guardians.
All programs begin Monday, July 4th and end on Thursday, July 28, 2022
All Programs are online and will be delivered using both asynchronous and synchronous learning environments.
New this year: Special Education Support will be offered online and in person at specified sites
Only WRDSB students currently registered in 2021/2022 are eligible
Registration opens March 23rd, 2022 @ noon and will close @ 3:00 pm May 19th, 2022.
Staff should carefully consider which students would benefit from a particular program, and ensure each student who has been recommended for summer school receives a copy of the appropriate parent/guardian letter.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS
HIGH SCHOOL PREPARATORY PROGRAM
For students currently in Grade 6, 7 or 8 in the 2021-2022 school year. This program, through both a synchronous and asynchronous learning model, will reinforce key concepts that are the foundations to success in Grades 7, 8 and 9. Students will choose to focus on either numeracy or literacy for the four week summer program. Through authentic, inquiry-based learning, students will deepen their knowledge and understanding while consolidating concepts in their chosen area of focus.
Who is the High School Preparatory Program for?
If you are entering into Grade 7, 8 or 9 in September 2022 and:
achieved a level one or two on your most recent report card, and;
would benefit from focused instruction in either numeracy or literacy
Students will be expected to participate in learning activities/lessons 5 days per week. Teachers will coordinate daily/weekly schedules for students with the students and parents.
MULTI LANGUAGE LEARNER SUMMER PROGRAM
The MLL Summer Program will assist students entering into Grades 7, 8 or 9 in September 2022 with further developing their English communication skills. The program will focus on all three communication areas, oral, reading and writing. For newcomer youth, there will be an introduction to a variety of programs and supports available in the community.
Students will be expected to participate in learning activities/lessons 5 days per week. Teachers will coordinate daily/weekly schedules for students with the students and parents.
REACH AHEAD HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM
GLS [General Learning Strategies]
This course explores learning strategies and helps students become more independent learners while increasing their personal management skills, both in school and in other contexts. By completing the Reach Ahead program, students will start Grade 9 feeling confident to succeed in high school and having already earned a credit (GLS 10).
Highlights of the curriculum expectations include:
develop learning strategies and skills to support your transition into high school
identify and use a variety of literacy skills and strategies to improve reading, writing, and oral communication in everyday contexts;
identify and use a variety of numeracy skills and strategies to improve their practical application of mathematics in everyday contexts;
apply knowledge of their personal skills and learning strengths to develop strategies for success in secondary school;
identify and describe personal-management skills required for success, and explain their use to help maximize learning;
identify and describe the knowledge and skills necessary for successful interpersonal relations and teamwork;
apply their knowledge of school, work, and community involvement opportunities to develop a personal learning plan;
Students will be expected to participate in learning activities/lessons 5 days per week. Teachers will coordinate daily/weekly schedules for students with the students and parents.
Due to this being a credit bearing course, daily attendance and participation are mandatory for successful completion.
SPECIAL EDUCATION SUPPORT
SERTS will be providing both online and in person support, and this will be subject to staffing
In person SERT support will be provided only for those students who have been identified through their guidance teacher/administration as needing this method of support to be successful in the program. These would be students who currently receive a high level of in person support from their SERT or support staff and would find it difficult to utilize online support.
We will be using central locations throughout Kitchener-Waterloo and Cambridge for in person support
In person support will be flexible in terms of timing/frequency (i.e., 1 day/week, 5 days/week)
Transportation will be provided
We will need family approval and a commitment to get to and from the pick up or drop off locations
These students will be identified through the Google registration form attached, as well as the specific supports they are currently receiving.
REGISTRATION PROCESS
Please note that Parents/Guardians that are interested in this online summer school opportunity will be contacting their students’ Elementary School Guidance Contact – justin_read@wrdsb.ca lindsay_fox@wrdsb.ca