Welcome Future Patriots!

Our school’s rich and varied curriculum includes the core subjects English, Math, Science, History, and Geography with elective courses in areas such as Business, Computer Studies, French, Healthy Active Living Education, Humanities, Law, Social Sciences, Technology, and a comprehensive Arts program including Dance, Drama, Music Theatre, Instrumental Music, Vocal Music, and Visual Arts.

Our extensive course offerings provide students with the preparation they need regardless of their chosen post-secondary destination.

Some of our specialties include (you can find more information by clicking the links below):

• District of Niagara Academy for the Arts (DNA Arts)

• Specialist High Skills Majors (SHSM)  in Arts and Culture, Construction, and Health and Wellness, 

• and our Co-operative Education and Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Programs.

Our Guidance Department takes the time to meet personally with every student every year of high school to discuss their course selections and post-secondary plans. 

The DSBN decided to destream all Grade 9 compulsory courses in September 2021.  Since then, the Ministry of Education has aligned with this decision.  As of September 2022, all Ontario students enrolled in Grade 9 will complete the following destreamed compulsory courses:

• Academic pathway French (FSF1D), and Geography (CGC1W)

• Destreamed English (ENL1W), Math (MTH1W) and Science (SNC1W)

Research shows that the practice of streaming students in Grade 9 closes doors for future opportunities.  Through destreaming Grade 9 courses, more students will be empowered to pursue the futures they want, with doors open to all post-secondary options, including apprenticeship, college, university, and the workplace. 

Resources to help you include:

DSBN Boundary Locator

Laura Secord Student Course Guide - Course descriptions for all courses offered. 

How to Apply to DNA Arts

Transportation is NOT provided for students accepted into the DNA Arts program.

IF YOU ARE NOT APPLYING FOR THE DNA ARTS PROGRAM, please read the following information:

How do I enrol at Laura Secord?

Click below if you are a:

DSBN Student

Click below if you are:

Not Currently a DSBN Student

Transportation is NOT provided for out-of-bound students who wish to attend.