In the TDSB, students have the opportunity to go to their Home School for grade 9, to apply to Specialized Programs, Out of Area Schools, or Schools Without a Boundary.  Each of these offers different opportunities and experiences for students to explore their interests and passions while studying the Ontario Curriculum, and each of these have different admissions requirements and timelines.  

Please visit the websites for each of the options to learn more about the unique programming opportunities that each school provides.

Specialized Programs

Out of Area Schools

Schools Without a Boundary 

Secondary School Open House Dates and Program Offerings

Karen Kain School of the Arts will be hosting a Beyond 8 evening for our students and families to go over these options and provide more information, on October 20, 2026 at 6pm.