Inclusive Education for Every Learner
At Forest Hill Collegiate, we believe every student deserves the highest quality education and the support needed to thrive. Guided by the Ontario Ministry of Education’s standards, our Special Education program is designed to ensure exceptional students receive meaningful, personalized learning experiences. These standards reflect our commitment to accountability, equity, and excellence for all learners.
Our educators are passionate about creating inclusive classrooms where students feel valued and supported. We embrace diverse perspectives and learning styles, offering individualized strategies, assistive technology, and flexible approaches to help every student succeed. By fostering collaboration between schools, families, and communities, we empower students to reach their full potential.
Who Is Eligible for Support?
- Students with an Individual Education Plan (IEP)
- Students with a formal exceptionality (e.g., Learning Disability) that have been supported by the Identification, Placement and Review Committee (IPRC)
- Students identified as at-risk and requiring more direct support
How Are Students Selected to Receive Support?
Using a collaborative identification process that includes:
- Referrals by classroom teachers, guidance counselors, student success teachers, and administrators
- Consultation with Board staff, such as psychologists, inclusion specialists, etc.
- Input from Grade 8 feeder schools regarding incoming Grade 9 students
- Parent, guardian and student input
Assistant Curriculum Leader of Special Education:
Rudy De Simas @ [email protected].