Other Programs

Transition Programs

Transition programs are a group of orientation programs, strategies and interventions that help students as they move from elementary to secondary school. They are designed to provide individual support tailored to the student. Programs can include: An educator or other caring adult assigned to provide support during transition years

• A profile that highlights student strengths, needs and interests

• A customized timetable based on the student's profile.

Each year in March, both secondary and elementary teachers meet at Fort Frances High School to discuss supports that will provide a successful start for students entering high school in fall. This strategy aims to build stronger links between elementary and secondary schools by promoting innovative Student Success initiatives and teaching practices, and focusing on the needs of each student.

Alternative Programming

The Rainy River District School Board offers a number of creative programs to provide additional support for students outside of a traditional school environment.

Supervised Alternative Learning (SAL)

The Supervised Alternative Learning (SAL) program provides an alternative learning environment for students who are not attending school and offers students a path back to full participation in school.

Alternative Programming provided in partnership with community based agencies

In addition to alternative programs provided by each of the three high schools and the United Native Friendship Centre, the Rainy River District School Board is partnering with Kenora-Rainy River Districts Child and Family Services to contract the services of a counsellor to provide supports for students. Services include anger management and social skill development, as well as referrals for further supports as required.

Attendance Support

The attendance counsellor proactively works with students in both elementary and secondary schools to ensure consistent attendance. The attendance counsellor provides further support and connection to school for individuals in the Supervised Alternative Learning program.

GE-DA-GI-BINEZ Youth Centre

GE-DA-GI-BINEZ Youth Centre, Pwi-Di-Goo-Zing Ne -Yaa-Zhing Advisory Services and the Fort Frances Chief’s Secretariat helped establish the only all - Indigenous youth facility in Canada in 2009. The facility serves Indigenous youth aged 12 to 17. The RRDSB has been a partner since the facility opened in April 2009 by providing educational programming for the youth at the facility.

Section 23 Classrooms

The Board has Section 23 classrooms at the GE-DA-GI -BINEZ Youth Centre and the Ganawendaasowin Treatment Program. The Rainy River District School Board provides educational opportunities for the youth who are admitted to these facilities through protocol agreements with the Ministries of Community and Social Services, Children and Youth Services, and Community Safety and Correctional Services. The educational program is composed of both instructional and blended activities with agency staff and teaching staff working together with students. The primary focus of instruction in both programs is literacy and numeracy. This process is guided by the Ontario curriculum and tailored to students based on assessments done to determine learning needs. The program also includes a strong Indigenous healing component which helps to further support youth through the cultural teachings and ceremonies of Elders.

Other Programs

Adult Education

Paid and Summer Co-op