Grade 8 Information
Welcome to Hayden's Class of 2030!
SAVE THE DATE: Please join us for our Grade 8 Information Evening on Thursday, November 13, 2025 between 6:30 - 8:00 PM.
Learn more about Grade 9 at Hayden with the resources below:
- Grade 8 to 9 Transition Timeline
- Registration information for families that are new to HDSB
New at Hayden for 2026/2027
Beginning September 2026, Hayden will be offering AP courses in the senior grades.
- AP courses allow students to deeply explore subjects and support the further development of academic skills in research, critical thinking, and time management.
- Students that complete AP exams, may also earn transfer credit, advanced placement or both for degree programs at college or university.
- HDSB Student AP Application - for grade 8 students who are currently enrolled in HDSB elementary schools
- External Student AP Application - for grade 8 students who are currently enrolled in non-HDSB elementary schools
Beginning September 2026, Hayden will be offering Secondary Gifted Cluster classes:
- Available to students with a Gifted Identification
- Grade 9 courses include English, Math, Science, and Geography
Grade 9 Course Selection
Course Selection for incoming Grade 9 Hayden students is open via myBlueprint.ca from January 7 - 17, 2025 and supported by your HDSB Grade 8 teachers.
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Access the Hayden Grade 9 Course Selection Worksheet to support Grade 8 students in selecting their Grade 9 Courses at Hayden.
Access the Course Selection tab under Guidance for more information on our Grade 9 course offerings.