French Immersion
OTHS offers French Immersion for students continuing their studies from elementary school, building fluency and cultural understanding alongside their Ontario curriculum courses.
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Oakville Trafalgar High School
Oakville Trafalgar High School (OTHS) is a vibrant and inclusive learning community located in Oakville, Ontario.
Our school offers a comprehensive secondary education program designed to support students' academic, personal and social growth.
From Grade 9 through Grade 12, OTHS provides a wide array of courses alongside supportive student services, modern learning resources and opportunities for involvement in clubs, athletics and the arts. Our dedicated faculty and staff are committed to fostering curiosity, resilience and the achievement of each student.
At OTHS, we believe that excellence extends beyond the classroom. We place strong emphasis on student well-being, community involvement and leadership. Transition supports for Grade 8 to Grade 9 students, a strong code of conduct and programs for gifted learners help ensure every student finds their path and feels valued. We also offer a large range of extracurricular activities so that students can explore their interests, build new skills and engage with the school in meaningful ways.
We welcome families to explore what makes OTHS a place where students are supported to succeed, encouraged to grow and empowered to become active, caring members of their community.
Academics
Over the years, Oakville Trafalgar High School has earned a reputation as one of the top schools in the Halton region.
Our students' high achievement, strong university placement and the consistent recognition of our academic and co-curricular successes are a testament to our commitment to excellence.
Advanced Placement
Advanced Placement Courses and Examinations align with Oakville Trafalgar High School's tradition of excellence since 1908.
The Advanced Placement Program (AP) enables students to pursue university-level studies while in high school. AP is the most widespread university preparation program in the world, recognized by universities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom and in over 60 countries around the world.
Oakville Trafalgar High School provides our students with the opportunity to challenge Advanced Placement courses and exams.
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Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM)
The Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) program is a specialized program for Grade 11 and 12 students that allows students to focus their learning on a specific economic sector while meeting the requirements to graduate from secondary school.
These programs enable students to gain sector specific skills and knowledge in engaging, career-related learning environments, and prepare in a focused way for graduation and post-secondary education, training or employment.
OTHS offers a broad selection of SHSM programs to their students, including: Arts & Culture, Engineering, Manufacturing & Robotics, Health Science and Wellness and Information and Communications Technology.
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Cocurricular
At OTHS, learning beyond the classroom is just as essential to the student experience. Cocurriculars give students the opportunity to find interests beyond academics that will help them shape their understanding of what post-secondary pathways may look like for them. OTHS offers many ways for students to engage in new and exciting opportunities, including:
Cooperative Education (Co-op)
Cooperative Education provides secondary students with valuable experiential learning to apply, refine and extend their learning from the classroom into the community. Co-op allows students to earn secondary school credits while completing a work experience placement in the community. OTHS students are employed by businesses all over Halton to support their education in fields of work that interest them.
Athletics
OTHS offers a wide breadth of athletic programming for students and are recognized as fierce Halton competitors.
Clubs & Teams
Students can discover their passion, build their confidence and create unforgettable memories by getting involved in extracurricular activities. Our clubs and teams offer the perfect mix of challenge, creativity and community, and are available all year round.
Community & Support
The move from Grade 8 to Grade 9 is a major milestone that is exciting, empowering and full of possibility. At the HDSB, we understand that starting high school is more than just a change in schedule; it's the beginning of a journey that will shape who you become, both in and beyond the classroom.
OTHS' caring educators, dynamic programs and community is invested in every student's success and is committed to supporting their journey from first entering grade 9 to graduation day. Our guidance and support staff are dedicated to encouraging and empowering all students as they embark on carving their own path in high school.
Programs & Pathways
There are five Pathways that students may choose to pursue after secondary school and they are all valued equally. They are Apprenticeship, College, Community, University and Work.
Through Pathways students are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunities provided in secondary school to know themselves, identify strengths, set educational and career goals and create a Pathways plan to achieve them. Pathways helps develop learning opportunities and programs in such a way to value all learners, all choices and all destinations.
Working independently, with their guidance counselor or with support staff, OTHS students are encouraged to leverage all areas of programming, both academic and cocurricular, to plan a future that fits their individualized goals and aspirations.
Why Choose HDSB?
The Halton District School Board (HDSB) consistently performs as one of the top school boards in Ontario. Each student’s path to success looks different and at the HDSB we are committed to laying the foundation for students to pursue and be supported in their passions. We recognize that critical learning skills happen outside the classroom, which is why we strive to provide our students with a fulsome educational experience.
Whether your child is just beginning their school journey or preparing for graduation, the Halton District School Board is here to support their growth, well-being and success every step of the way.