The HDSB Celebrates 20 Years of IB Excellence at White Oaks Secondary School

By Halton District School Board - Sep 16, 2026

Sept. 17 2026 - The Halton District School Board (HDSB) is proud to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme at White Oaks Secondary School in Oakville. As the longest-standing IB program in the Halton Region, White Oaks Secondary School has established a two-decade legacy of academic distinction, global citizenship and student success.

Offered in Grades 11 and 12, the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) is an internationally recognized curriculum that challenges students to excel academically and personally. The school also offers an IBDP Prep Program as a preparatory pathway for Grade 9 and 10 students to build strong academic foundations and inquiry skills, helping students thrive in the challenges and opportunities of the Diploma Programme.

Throughout its 20-year history, White Oaks students have consistently achieved top marks globally, with multiple graduates earning perfect scores across all six subject areas, alongside 'A' grades in both the Theory of Knowledge course and the Extended Essay—a rare accomplishment attained by only one to two per cent of IB Diploma recipients worldwide.

To celebrate this milestone and introduce prospective students and families to the opportunities available through the IBDP pathway, the HDSB invites families to attend upcoming information sessions this fall.

Upcoming IB Information Nights

Peel Region Regional Information Night

  • Date: Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026 

  • Time: Session 1: 6 – 7 p.m. and Session 2: 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.

  • Location: Sheridan College – Hazel McCallion Campus (4180 Duke of York Blvd, Mississauga) Room HMC C506

  • Details: Designed for interested families residing in the Peel Region to explore the IBDP Prep (Grades 9-10) and IBDP (Grades 11-12) pathways at the HDSB, meet educators and coordinators and learn about the application process.

  • Registration is required, register here. 

White Oaks Secondary School In-Person Information Night

  • Date: Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026

  • Time: 6:30 p.m.

  • Location: White Oaks Secondary School (1330 Montclair Dr, Oakville)

  • Details: Prospective students and families are invited to explore the IBDP Prep (Grades 9-10) and IBDP (Grades 11-12) pathways, meet educators and coordinators and learn about the application process.

  • No registration required. 

Quotes

“For 20 years, White Oaks Secondary School has exemplified academic excellence through the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme,” says Curtis Ennis, Chief Executive Officer for the Halton District School Board. “The IBDP program empowers students to develop critical thinking skills, global awareness and a lifelong passion for learning. We are incredibly proud of the achievements of our past and present IB students and look forward to welcoming the next generation of learners at our upcoming information nights.”


HDSB 2024-2028 Multi-Year Strategic Plan

The 2024-2028 Multi-Year Strategic Plan sets direction and prioritizes the collective actions of all students, staff, families and community members. This plan ensures our efforts as an organization are aligned and coordinated to support more than 65,000 students, 11,000 staff and the broader HDSB community. The six commitments identified in this four-year plan intersect and overlap to ensure that we take a cohesive approach to fulfilling its objectives.

Background resources

International Baccalaureate (IB) Program 

For additional information, contact: Jennifer Brett, Communications Specialist 
communications@hdsb.ca | 905-335-3663, Toll free: 1-877-618-3456

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