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GRADUATION FIRST STEPS
POST-SECONDARY RESOURCES
University
University Program searches, Applications, and Map of Ontario Universities
College
College Program searches, Applications, and Map of Ontario Colleges
OYAP and APPRENTICESHIP
Apprenticeship searches, applications, and resources
Workplace and Gap Year
Job search tools and gap year resources
RETURNING GRADE 12s
If you plan on returning to Bishop Reding, please visit this link
GRADUATION and post-secondary REQUIREMENTS
My Grade 12 Checklist
I have checked my Credit Counselling Summary (available in Student Services) to make sure I have enough credits to earn my high school diploma by the end of June.
I have submitted my record of 40 community service hours and this is reflected on my Credit Counselling Summary.
I have passed the Grade 10 Literacy Test (OSSLT), or I have taken the Literacy Course (OLC4O), and this is reflected on my Credit Counselling Summary.
I have confirmed that any night school, summer school, e-learning or independent courses are included on my Credit Counselling Summary.
I have either satisfied the 2 online learning credits requirement OR I have opted out of the requirement
I have the correct number of courses and the correct level (“U”, “M”, “C”) in order to apply to my programs of choice.
IMPORTANT WEBSITES
www.werbr.ca/student-services-2
www.ouf.ca (university fair)
www.ocif.ca (college fair)
www.myblueprint.ca (post-secondary & occupation planner, interest surveys, resume templates)
www.ontariocolleges.ca (Ontario college research AND applications)
www.ontariouniversitiesinfo.ca (Ontario university research)
www.ouac.on.ca (Ontario university applications)
www.ontransfer.ca (college-university transfer opportunities)
www.scholarshipscanada.com (student awards)
www.yconic.com (student awards)
studentsuccess.hcdsb.org (OYAP & specialty program information)
www.oyap.com (Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program)
www.mygapyear.ca (Canadian Gap Year Association)
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
Attention all Gr. 12 students whose first language is not English or who are new to BR!
You need to provide an English language test score if your four most recent years of full-time education have NOT been in an English-language school system and your first language is NOT English.
The requirements are separate from, and in addition to, the required Ontario 4U English course (or equivalent) if it is listed as a specific requirement for a program. A 4U English is required for most programs.
You may be exempt from submitting English language test scores if you meet one or more of the following exceptions.
You’ve studied in Canada
You’re a Francophone Canadian
You’ve studied in an English Language School
You will need to speak to the school you are applying to see if you meet the exemption criteria.
Accepted Language Proficiency Test
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL)
Cambridge Assessment English
Duolingo English Test
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
Pearson Test of English (PTE)
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
School to Career Information
Students interested in pursuing one of the School to Career programs offered through the Halton school boards¸(such as our Specialist High Skills Major Programs and OYAP) are encouraged to visit the Bishop Reding Pathways Site and the Halton Pathways Site and follow up with a counsellor.
Scholarships
Major scholarship information will be announced as it becomes available and posted on the Student Services D2L website under the Scholarship link. You should also check scholarshipscanada.com and yconic.com for scholarship opportunities.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
All graduating students are expected to complete 40 hours of community service. For information about how to complete and submit community service hours, CLICK HERE.
Tutoring – Looking for Tutors!
Tutoring Services (L2L Program) will begin in early October. This is a great way to earn community service hours and leadership experience. Sign up in Student Services.
Ontario Scholars
Ontario Scholars must have a minimum 80% average in their top six (6) Grade 12 courses (any level). You must have at least six Gr 12 level courses to be eligible. Students taking Co-op in Gr 12 should speak to their guidance counsellor to determine if they are eligible.
Ontario Universities
Open House Schedule
Click here to view the Open House Schedule for our Ontario Universities.
GRADE 12 Presentation
Are you a Grade 12 student that missed BR’s Grade 12 Assembly? Are you a parent looking for more information on your son/ daughter’s Grade 12 graduation year? Do you need some general information on Scholarships, OSAP or the Graduation Application Process? Check out this year’s Gr 12 Assembly Presentation.
Post-secondary pathways presentation
George Brown College and York University
This virtual presentation will provide overviews of the three
main pathways from high school:
Apprenticeship, College & University
Click the image to learn more
PAYING FOR POST-SECONDARY VIRTUAL PRESENTATION
Whether you are attending College or University, learn ways to help finance your post-secondary education in this webinar series. Click the image to learn more.
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