Hi folks!

It is that time of year when we start looking ahead and planning for our Grade 9s and their Grade 10 registration.  Ms Chisholm has begun this process with in class presentations and then meeting with the students. Information has been/will be provided to your child/children for you to look over with them.

For those interested in the O2 (Options and Opportunities) Program please read on.

02:  Options and Opportunities

O2:  Options and Opportunities provides a comprehensive educational program that bridges high school to post-secondary education, work and /or youth apprenticeships for each student.  The program is helps students make connections between what they are learning in school and post-secondary programs and/or work.  High school students who participate in the program get experience in a career academy and increased opportunities for community-based learning such as cooperative education credits.

Students who graduate from O2 will have fulfilled all graduation requirements and earned a high school diploma.  In addition, they will have also graduated with a greater understanding of their skills, knowledge and strengths, and a career plan.

O2 builds on initiatives introduced through the Youth Pathways and Transitions strategy.  O2 program components include Community-Based Learning Partnerships, Skills for the Workplace, Career Academies, Integrated Career Education and Planning, Instructional Teaming, Expanded Course Options, Connecting with Families, and Head Start in the Trades.

O2 is a full high school program (10-12) and is available to students entering grade 10 who need additional help with career and educational planning.  Students must apply and participate, along with their families, in an admissions process.

We wish all of our students all the best as they begin planning the next exciting phase of their academic careers.  If you have any questions please reach out to us at cunard@hrce.ca or (902) 479-4418.

Take care, stay safe. and be kind!

-Cunard staff