Extra Care

What are extracurricular activities?
Generally, extracurricular activities take place before or after school.
What counselling services can students get?
Ontario schools approach students’ overall well-being, both physical and mental; not just academic.
What should I know about keeping my child safe online?
You cannot always know what your children are doing online, and may not be able to control everything they do on every device, website, or app. However, you can be a good example for your child, keep your house safe, and educate them about online privacy.

What are alternative schools?
Alternative schools offer different approaches to childhood development and education. They often focus on different subject areas or teaching methods. Typically, private alternative schools are costly while public ones are free or low-cost.
How can a high school student get help choosing courses?
Parents and guidance counsellors help high school students make decisions about courses, careers and opportunities after graduation.
What kind of language support does the school system provide?
Many schools have English Literacy Development (ELD) and English Language Learning (ELL) programs for children. These programs are sometimes grouped under English as a Second Language (ESL).

Keeping Newcomer Youth Safe
Newcomer adults face many settlement challenges upon arrival to Canada, such as finding appropriate employment and accommodation, adjusting to a new culture and learning English.
Bullying - We Can All Help Stop It
The effects of bullying go beyond the school yard. For you as a parent, here's what to watch for, what you can do, and where you can go to get help.
What is a SWIS worker?
The SWIS program is a school-based settlement service for immigrants, refugees, and other eligible clients to meet their immediate settlement or ongoing needs after they arrive in Canada. This program is funded by IRCC.

What are extracurricular activities?