Who do we support?:
STUDENTS
In need of Academic Support
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Our Student Success Teachers monitor and connect with students in Grades 9-10 who do not have an IEP and are in need of extra academic support. These students have been referred to us by a teacher or a member of our school support team.
In need of Transition Support
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Some students may have been identified by their elementary school support team to need assistance with transitioning to High School. These students are also monitored by our Student Success Team.
STAFF
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Provide staff with suggestions/strategies for credit rescue
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Provide organizational and instructional strategies
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In class support (ie. MLL lesson assistance)
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Assessment and Evaluation Design
(ie. built in check points on assignments or MLL friendly)
Other ways we provide assistance:
Credit Rescue Days (a school wide approach to success)
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Designated days where all students “catch up” and get extra support with class work
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Facilitated by subject teachers
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No new learning is happening
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Moratorium on evaluations (ie. tests and quizzes)
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The entire day is dedicated to supporting students who are struggling or falling behind
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Occurs during regular class time
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Please check the school agenda/calendar for scheduled Credit Rescue Days
Course Based Support
GLS1O1 and GLS1O4 (Learning Strategies Course)
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Students need to be recommended by a teacher, Guidance Counsellor or Student Success Team Member to take this course.
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Designed for Students who may need ongoing intensive support
RCR1O1 (Credit Recovery)
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An opportunity to recover grade 9 and 10 credits
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Students must be recommended by the Credit Recovery Team to take this course
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Students in RCR are typically recovering at least 2 courses
Tips for Success!
Contact Us!
Ms. Villamin-Arenas (ACL Student Success) abigail.villamin-arenas@tdsb.on.ca
Ms. Tutchener (Student Success Teacher) Judy.Tutchener@tdsb.on.ca
Ms. Seevakireedam (Student Success Teacher for MLL students) Thilini.Seevakireedam@tdsb.on.ca