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High School can be very exciting. Grade nine is an important transition year for everyone. Knowing how high school works before you actually get there is a great strategy to help you as you move on from grade eight. Here is some information to support you to make the best of your grade nine experience.
Here is a list of the top 10 differences that current students think are the most important. Did any surprise you? Why?
Check out all the information below about How High School Works!
Transition Guide
Transition Guide
2025_2026after8-high-school-student-transition-guide-2025-2026.pdfWe talked to many grade 8 students and asked them what questions they most wanted answered about high school. Those questions and their answers will be in this guide.
Crack the Code
Crack the Code
Cracking the CodeUpdated20260129.pdfEvery course has a six-character code. This page will help you break the code down, and let you know what courses you will be taking.
Schedule & Your Timetable
Schedule & Your Timetable
School Schedule and School Timetable (3).pdfTo figure out what your new schedule might look like, check out this sample time table.
Attendance
Attendance
Attendance.pdfExcellent attendance is vital for your success in high school. You need to attend school everyday, unless you are sick, so that you don't miss out on learning and socializing.
Clubs, Teams & School Spirit
Clubs, Teams & School Spirit
Extra-curricular.pdfGot an interest? There's a club for that! All high schools run countless co-curricular activities for you to choose from. If you need help finding out about what your high school offers, you can ask a teacher to help you.
Diploma Requirements
Diploma Requirements
Graduation Requirements.pdfIf you are working towards completing the Ontario Secondary School Diploma, OSSD, you must complete 30 credits, the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test, and 40 hours of community service.
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