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Secondary Program Gr. 9-12

To graduate with an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), students from Grades 9 to 12 at Trenton Collegiate Institute are required to:

  1. Complete 30 Credits: This includes 18 compulsory subjects, offering a solid foundation in essential academic areas, and 12 elective subjects that allow students to explore their interests and prepare for specialized fields of study.

  2. Pass the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) or Complete the OSSLC

  3. Fulfill 40 Hours of Community Involvement

About OSSD

Why CTCI ?

Empowering Students to Achieve Their Dreams

At Trenton Collegiate Institute, we pride ourselves on offering a high school program steeped in excellence, tailored to equip students for success in university and a variety of post-secondary pathways. Our dedicated teachers engage students with a curriculum rooted in the Ontario Ministry Curriculum Guidelines. This comprehensive approach not only bolsters academic prowess but also supports personal development, creating a nurturing environment where potential flourishes and achievements are celebrated.

Comprehensive Educational Excellence
Rigorous Academic Preparation

Each course at Trenton Collegiate is designed to include a minimum of 110 hours of instruction, adhering to the definitions and standards set by the Ontario Ministry of Education. This rigorous structure is a testament to our commitment to preparing students for the complexities of post-secondary education and beyond. Through our carefully curated program, we aim to lay a robust foundation for our students, ensuring they are ready to meet the challenges of the future with confidence and skill.

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Ontario Secondary School Diploma Requirements

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What you need to earn an OSSD depends on the year you started Grade 9

If you started Grade 9 in 2023 or prior years, you must

If you started Grade 9 in 2024 or in later years, you must

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OSSLT

English Support of the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test

To earn an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), all students must fulfill the literacy graduation requirement outlined in the Ontario Secondary Schools, Grades 9 to 12: Program and Diploma Requirements, 1999 (OSS). Most students meet this requirement by successfully completing the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) or the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Course (OSSLC).

We offer a preparation class for the Ontario Literacy Test for all students who have completed Grade 9. This requirement is based on the reading and writing expectations throughout the Ontario curriculum up to Grade 9. Its purpose is to ensure that students possess the necessary reading and writing skills for success in school and daily life.

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Community Involvement Activities

All students must complete a minimum of 40 hours of unpaid community involvement activities before graduating from high school. This requirement aims to encourage students to develop an awareness and understanding of civic responsibility and their role in supporting and strengthening their communities.

By joining our “Vision in Action” program, we will help students choose their community involvement activities based on guidelines provided by the Trenton Collegiate Institute administration. Students, in collaboration with their parents, guardians, and school administration, will select activities that align with their interests and goals. Students are responsible for fulfilling this requirement on their own time and for keeping a record of their activities on a form supplied by the school. Completed hours must be documented and submitted to the school by the student. The school administration will offer ongoing assistance and support throughout this process.

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