We offer:
• Monitoring of progress within the regular academic program
• Extra time on tests and quizzes
• Help with test writing strategies
• Academic support through remediation and re-teaching
• Learning Strategies Classes and Resource periods
• Help with transitions (to high school from Grade 8 and then onto post- secondary education )
• The Special Education Room (146) is equipped with computers, printers, and soft-ware programs that help with note-taking and organization
• Learning Support Room (154)
• Support for students’ subject teachers
We are:
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Korinn Davies: Learning Support Teacher for Grades 9 & 11
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Kim Talbot: Learning Support Teacher for Grades 10 & 12
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Michele Brooks: Student Success Teacher
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Aaron Harvey: Student Success Teacher
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Andrew Ferguson: Educational Assistant
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Shannon Beach: Educational Assistant
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Peter Cantrell: DSP Teacher
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Erin Caldwell: DSP Educational Assistant
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Tanisha Evans: DSP Educational Assistant
FAQ
OCDSB Programs:
Applications and inquiries regarding these programs must be directed to the school board. Entry into these programs is based on both the student’s specific needs and the availability of space in the program. An application for placement in the program is made by the student’s community school principal in collaboration with the in-school
Links of Interest
General
Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario
For Students
Studying Strategies
How much sleep do teens need?
Make the Cut Transition Program – This is a transition program designed to assist students with Learning Disabilities or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder make a successful transition from secondary school to a College or University.
Transition to Post-Secondary Resource Guide - for students with disabilities
A quick reference guide for students, parents, teachers and guidance counselors regarding disability services in Ontario colleges and universities.
For Parents
OCDSB Parent's Guide to IPRC - Identification Placement and Review Committee
Government of Ontario Spec. Ed site
The Child Development Institute and the Intera Program
The Parent Resource Centre of Ottawa
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