1. Grade 12 Parent Information Night Sept. 20, 2018
Donald A. Wilson S.S.
Grade 12 Parent Information Night Sept. 20, 2018

2. The Durham District School Board acknowledges that many Indigenous Nations have longstanding relationships, both historic and modern, with the territories upon which our school board and schools are located.
Today, this area is home to many Indigenous peoples from across Turtle Island (North America). We acknowledge that the Durham Region forms a part of the traditional and treaty territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation, the Mississauga Peoples and the treaty territory of the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation.
It is on these ancestral and treaty lands that we teach, learn and live.

3. Accessing information

4. Graduation Requirements
18 Compulsory Credits + 12 Optional Credits = 30 Credits
40 hours of Community Involvement Activities
Successful completion of the Provincial Literacy Test

5. Guidance News DAWSS Georgian College Presentation September 21
DAWSS Western Colleges Fair– September 26
Ontario University Fair – September 28-30
DAWSS University of New Brunswick Presentation – October 9
DAWSS Eastern Colleges Fair – October 16
Canadian University Fair – Sinclair SS – October 19
Ontario College Information Fair – October 23-24
Maclean’s Student Life Expo – October 27-28
DAWSS University Fair – October 30

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7. Things to do…..
Research post-secondary requirements using the following websites:
Apprenticeships – earnwhileyoulearn.ca
Ontario Colleges
Transfer Programs
Ontario Universities
View school and program information online
Visit schools of interest and schedule a tour

8. Post Secondary Options
Workplace
Gap Year
Apprenticeship
College
Programs for Workplace Graduates
G.A.S. Program
University

9. Apprenticeships Earn while you learn
There are over 156 skilled trades in Ontario
Details:
Students must find an employer to hire and train them
Training agreement signed - prepared by an Apprenticeship Branch consultant (MTCU)
90% is practical on-the-job;10% is theoretical in-class
Some trades have exam requirements once training is complete
Red Seal Trades provide opportunities to work in other provinces/territories/countries

10. Apprenticeships How To…
Fine tune your resume/profile
Work on your employability skills
Math/Science/Tech courses
Co-operative Education
Dual Credit programs

11. College Admission Requirements
OSSD
To apply students must have at least 4 senior courses at the C, U or M level, plus English at the C or U level
Some programs have specific course requirements
Additional criteria (grades, tests, interview, portfolio, audition, community service, essay, statement of intent)
Highly competitive/oversubscribed programs
Apply early

12. Colleges in Ontario 28 in total 6 in our area Over 900 career choices
Offering diploma, certificate and degree programs
Many campuses – go for campus tours

13. Admission Details
Online College application cycle opens in mid October
$95 fee – 5 program choices (no more than 3 at any one college)
College Application Deadline – February 1, 2019
Grades are sent electronically in various stages AUTOMATICALLY by the DDSB
Admission decisions are made as early as February 1, 2019 and sent throughout the semester
You can make changes or check the status of your application online anytime
The most common deadline for confirming offers of admission is May 1, 2019 – but it may not be the only date

14. Universities in Ontario
- 6 in our area
- 90 different
undergraduate degrees
- Many campuses – go for campus tours

15. University Admission Requirements
OSSD
English 4U plus 5 4U/M courses
Program specific course requirements/prerequisites
Grade range averages based on 2018 applicant pool
Additional non-course requirements (personal statement of interest, applicant background summary, letters of reference, essay, audition)—with deadlines
Investigate all options at

16. Admission Details PIN workshops will take place in November
$150 fee – 3 university/program choices; $50 for each additional choice; *NEW* $50 to change choice of university
University Application Deadline – January 16, 2019
Grades are sent electronically in various stages AUTOMATICALLY
Admission decisions are made as early as February 3, 2019 and sent throughout the semester
Latest date students can expect a response from an Ontario university May 28, 2019
Check to see if alternate offers for admission are made
Earliest date students may be required to confirm acceptance online and provide a financial commitment June 1, 2019

17. Offers of Admission College and University
Keep a record of your OCAS or OUAC application number
Keep your username and password in a safe and memorable place
Offers are sent to the applicant by mail or online
Read all correspondence carefully and follow all instructions
Check often
All offers of admission are CONDITIONAL

18. Education Costs Expenses Approximate $ Accommodation (on-campus) 8,000
Tuition (varies by program/college/university)
3000—11,500
Food
3,500
Books & Supplies (computer is extra)
1000
Clothing
400
Miscellaneous(phone, personal items, etc.)
500
Transportation (local)
200—400
Recreation & Entertainment
850
Total
$17,450--$26,150

19. Getting Started

20. How to Pay for Post-secondary
Student Line of Credit
Parent’s Contribution and RESP’s
OSAP and other Gov’t Programs
Student’s savings and employment
Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards

21. Business or employer scholarships (i.e. Wendy’s)
Types of Scholarships
Entrance scholarships
Automatic…based on admission average (80% or higher) and may be renewable (Lakehead U. example)
University/College scholarships needing application
Check the college/university Financial Aid Office websites or look in eINFO
Foundation scholarships(i.e. Loran, Schulich)
Usually need high marks and outstanding community service or demonstrated leadership
You may need to be nominated by the school
Business or employer scholarships (i.e. Wendy’s)

22. Research for Scholarships
Websites:
College/University Financial Aid Office Websites
Other:
Employers and Unions
Parents and relatives
Community associations (church, service clubs, Legion)

23. OSAP: Ontario Student Assistant Program
- Every student should apply for OSAP) (in May)
- Apply after you have accepted your offer of admission
- You may be eligible for 30% off Ontario tuition
- There are also grants and bursaries tied to the OSAP application (these do not have to be paid back)
- Interest free loan while in school full time
- 6 month grace from payment period once finished

24. IEPs and Post Secondary Support
Parents and students must advocate for continued support from colleges and universities
Recent copies of IEPs, report cards, psychological testing (usually within last two years)
Each school provides different levels of support
Student must be a self advocate

25. How can we prepare our children for life after high school?
They will face changes in many life areas
Academic
Personal
Social
Cultural

26. Academic
larger classes, with potentially less contact with instructors
change to lecture format
reading load and volume of learning increase
responsibility: “no one is going to take attendance”
time outside class increases & time inside classes shrinks
need to structure own time and study
need to balance work, school and social life
learning how to study effectively

27. Personal/Social/Cultural
entering new phase of adulthood; relationships with parents and peers change towards interdependence
being/studying away from home
life, career, and academic goal setting
“freedom” issues – social activities, time, etc.
beginning as the first-year student again after being the high school senior

28. Useful Websites

29. Commencement 2019 November , 2019
Caps and Gowns are a mandatory part of the Commencement Ceremony
Order and pay through School Cash Online

30. Questions?