Graduation
Class of 2026
2025-2026 Grade 12 Post-Secondary Presentation
This presentation was given to parents on September 28th and to all the Grade 12 classes in the first week of October.
2026 Grad Photos
Grad photos will be happening here at Blakelock December 1st to December 12th, 2025. Information will be coming out about booking your sessions. You can also call the photographer directly and make an appointment with them to have your grad photo session done at their studio location at bookmygrad.ca at any time.
Prom 2026
This year Prom will be happening on May 28th, 2026 at 6:30pm at the Burlington Convention Centre. Please continue to check here and on all TAB social media accounts for more details.
Commencement 2026
This year our graduation ceremony will be taking place on June 9, 2026 at 7:00pm at the Burlington Convention Centre. Please continue to check here and on all TAB social media accounts for more details regarding grad fees, gowns and tassels, guest tickets etc.
Ontario Scholar Criteria
Ontario Scholar designation is awarded to students who achieve an average of 80% or higher in their top 6 Grade 12 coded courses. These courses may be taken in any year of high school.
EDUCATIONAL PLANNING RESOURCES
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Organization |
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Ontario School Counsellors' Association (OSCA) |
Information on many aspects of post-secondary education with links to universities, colleges, scholarships and financial assistance. Also, links to assist in career, occupational and educational research. |
Scholarships and financial assistance: |
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Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC) |
A thorough overview of the Canadian higher education system. |
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Ontario University Application Centre (OUAC) |
Comprehensive information about universities and university application processes in Ontario. |
www.ontariouniversitiesinfo.ca |
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Ontario University Applications Centre – eINFO magazine online |
eINFO – Online version only - Admission Guidelines and Programs of Study finder |
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Ontario College Application Centre (OCAS) |
Comprehensive information about colleges and application processes in Ontario. – program locator function |
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Ontario College-University Transfer Guide |
Lists programs where courses can be transferred between college and university. Also, the OCUTG can be accessed from Discover Ontario Colleges on the Ontario Colleges website. |
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Apprenticeship Information |
The first site gives local information about apprenticeships and opportunities. |
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School to Career/Work Programs |
A description of pathways from school to work specific to students in the Halton District School Board |
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Ontario Ministry of Education Secondary School Course Descriptions and Prerequisites |
A 120 page document containing course descriptions and prerequisites for all curriculum areas. Click: English, Elementary & Secondary, Curriculum, Course Descriptions and Prerequisites. |
http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/curriculum/ |
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Halton District School Board |
Educational opportunities within HDSB, including alternative programs, summer school, night school, PLAR etc. |
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Youth Employment Strategy Programs Job Search Skills |
Service Canada Youth Link Government of Canada |
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Students earning credits through institutions outside the Halton District School Board must complete the External Credit Declaration Form and submit it to their school’s Guidance Office when registering with the external provider.
Diploma Requirements
For Students Entering Grade 9 in September 2023 or Earlier
To earn an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), students must complete:
- 18 compulsory credits
- 12 optional credits
- 40 hours of community involvement
- The Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) in Grade 10 or the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Course
- 2 eLearning credits (opt-out form available)
This program is designed to be completed in four years following Grade 8.
For Students Entering Grade 9 in September 2024 or Later
To earn an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), students must complete:
- 17 compulsory credits
- 13 optional credits
- 40 hours of community involvement
- The Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) in Grade 10 or the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Course
- 2 eLearning credits (opt-out form available)
This program is also designed to be completed in four years following Grade 8.
Community Involvement Hours
To record volunteer hours, students should request a letter from the organization confirming:
- Type of volunteer work
- Total hours completed
- Contact name
