The spirit of innovation found in Summer Learning Programs across the province is reflected in the wide range of resources created by individual boards (and collected here) to engage students, inform parents, and track results.
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![]() | Sirius Stars Activity Calendar – YCDSB | A colourful Calendar of Events for YCDSB’s Sirius Stars summer learning program. | educator-resources slp-activity-calendar | dayplanning-and-schedules parent-and-community-engagement planning-documents posters-alerts-for-schools school-board-presentations slp-2023 | |
![]() | 2022 Trustee reports (samples) | Samples of boards’ required 2022 presentations and reports to Trustees. | reporting-information-documents slp | assessment-and-evaluation-tools parent-and-community-engagement planning-documents school-board-presentations slp-2022 slp-reports | |
![]() | 2022 Board reports (samples) | Samples of the many program delivery successes, innovations, strategies, and activities that | educator-resources reporting-information-documents system-leader-guides | assessment-and-evaluation-tools learner-success parent-and-community-engagement planning-documents school-board-presentations slp-2022 slp-reports | |
![]() | Rapport du programme d’apprentissage pendant l’été 2022 | À PROPOS DU PRÉSENT RAPPORT | les-ressources-en-francais reporting-information-documents | learner-success parent-and-community-engagement school-board-presentations slp-2022 | |
![]() | 2022 CODE Summer Learning Program report | The focus of the 2022 Summer Learning Program report, Adaptation, Innovation and Transition, is on: | reporting-information-documents slp system-leader-guides | learner-success parent-and-community-engagement planning-documents school-board-presentations slp-2022 slp-reports transition-to-september | |
![]() | Building Blocks to Learning – YRDSB presentation | Photo presentation highlighting YRDSB’s Early Years Summer Program (SLP). | educator-resources reporting-information-documents slp | school-board-presentations slp-2022 | |
![]() | ESL Summer Learning Program presentation and summary (DDSB) | Colourful, informative presentation of how DDSB ESL summer programs were organized. | educator-resources esl reporting-information-documents slp system-leader-guides | dayplanning-and-schedules esl-students planning-documents school-board-presentations slp-2022 staffing-arrangements | |
![]() | Parent calendar – St. Clair Catholic SLP | Sample calendar from St. Clair Catholic SLP for parent engagement. | |||
![]() | Sample summer learning dayplan – St. Clair Catholic SLP | Detailed sample SLP dayplan for the St. Clair Catholic SLP SAM and SAB Summer Camp. | |||
![]() | Le rapport final du Programme d’apprentissage pendant l’été 2020 de CODE | Un rapport préparé par Le Conseil ontarien des directions de l’éducation (CODE) | les-ressources-en-francais reporting-information-documents | planning-documents slp-reports | |
![]() | Programme d’apprentissage pendant l’été 2021 Rapport final | Ce rapport inclut : | educator-resources grade-7-8-slp-math-program les-ressources-en-francais slp system-leader-guides | grade-7-and-8-mathematics-summer-learning-program parent-and-community-engagement planning-documents professional-development-resources slp-reports slp2021 | |
![]() | Sample board reports – SLP 2021 | Sample summer learning board reports from: Rainy River District School Board, Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board, Greater Essex County District School Board, Durham Catholic District School Board, Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board, Rainbow District School Board, Conseil scolaire de district catholique de l’Est ontarien | educator-resources grade-7-8-slp-math-program reporting-information-documents slp system-leader-guides | assessment-and-evaluation-tools grade-7-and-8-mathematics-summer-learning-program parent-and-community-engagement planning-documents school-board-presentations slp-reports slp2021 technology-use transition-to-september | |
![]() | CODE 2021 Summer Learning Program report | Annual report for CODE’s Summer Learning Program (2021) This report includes: | grade-7-8-slp-math-program reporting-information-documents slp | assessment-and-evaluation-tools grade-7-and-8-mathematics-summer-learning-program parent-and-community-engagement planning-documents slp-reports slp2021 technology-use transition-to-september | |
![]() | Making Plans: YCDSB “Sirius Stars” SLP Activities Calendar | Some of the many fun daily activities planned for YCDSB’s “Sirius Stars” virtual summer learning camp. | educator-resources slp slp-activity-calendar | dayplanning-and-schedules planning-documents posters-alerts-for-schools slp2021 | |
![]() | Making Plans: WECDSB’s “Innov8tive Minds” Gr. 7-8 virtual SLP | A brief summary of WECDSB’s Grade 7 – 8 SLP 2021 virtual camp name and logo, the resources that students will get to support the program, as well as the program’s community partnership with the United Way. | grade-7-8-slp-math-program reporting-information-documents system-leader-guides | grade-7-and-8-mathematics-summer-learning-program school-board-presentations | |
![]() | Programme d’apprentissage pendant l’été 7e et 8e année – Guide pour la composante en mathématiques | Le Programme d’apprentissage pendant l’été 7e et 8e année : Guide pour la composante en mathématiques est une ressource développée pour CODE par l’Ontario Mathematics Coordinators Association en tant que soutien au programme d’apprentissage d’été CODE 2021. Cette ressource a été traduite et adaptée pour CODE par l’Association francophone pour l’enseignement des mathématiques en Ontario (AFEMO). | les-ressources-en-francais numeracy-resources | grade-7-and-8-mathematics-summer-learning-program planning-documents | |
![]() | Grade 7 and 8 Mathematics Summer Learning Program: Guide for Numeracy Component | The Grade 7 and 8 Mathematics Summer Learning Program: Guide for Numeracy Component is a resource developed for CODE by the Ontario Mathematics Coordinators Association as a support for the 2021 CODE Summer Learning Program. | educator-resources numeracy-resources system-leader-guides | grade-7-and-8-mathematics-summer-learning-program planning-documents transition-to-september | |
![]() | Summer Learning 2020 Research Reports – Greater Essex DSB/Thunder Bay CDSB | Summer learning 2020 research findings from Greater Essex DSB and Thunder Bay CDSB.
| educator-resources reporting-information-documents | assessment-and-evaluation-tools learner-success planning-documents school-board-presentations slp-reports transition-to-september | |
![]() | Sample Board 2020 SLP Reports | Sample board 2020 SLP reports (CSDC de l’Est ontarien/Hamilton Wentworth Catholic/Keewatin Patricia DSB/Near North DSB/Ottawa Catholic SB/St. Clair CDSB/ Toronto DSB) | les-ressources-en-francais reporting-information-documents | assessment-and-evaluation-tools parent-and-community-engagement planning-documents school-board-presentations slp-reports transition-to-september | |
![]() | Summer Learning 2020 Report | CODE’s official report for the Summer Learning Program 2020. | reporting-information-documents | parent-and-community-engagement slp-reports transition-to-september | |
![]() | Summer Learning 2019 Report | “Challenges and Changes – 2019 Summer Learning Program report” | reporting-information-documents | slp-reports | |
![]() | Programme scolaire Estival 2020 du CECCE | Le tout premier programme virtuel d’apprentissage pendant l’été dans les écoles catholiques du Conseil du Centre-Est (CECCE) a été un succès incroyable. Un superbe travail d’équipe et un personnel enseignant et des éducatrices et éducateurs passionnés ont travaillé ensemble pour offrir un programme d’été créatif et attentif aux besoins de près de 800 élèves. Le programme scolaire estival 2020 du CECCE comportait une programmation harmonisée en littératie et en numératie, ainsi que des communications fréquentes et continues avec les parents. Les commentaires sur le programme ont été extrêmement positifs, les résultats dépassant toutes les attentes. Pour célébrer, le conseil a préparé un rapport mettant en évidence de nombreux éléments qui ont fait de leur programme d’été virtuel 2020 un moment mémorable, unique et réussi. | les-ressources-en-francais | learner-success parent-and-community-engagement school-board-presentations slp-reports | |
![]() | WECDSB 2020 Virtual Summer Learning Program Slideshow | Highlights from WECDSB’s 2020 Virtual Summer Learning Program. This slideshow (PDF format) provides an overview of the board’s Grade 3-4 and Grade 6-8 programs. Included is a schedule, learning goals, sample lesson plans in literacy and numeracy, and evidence of student learning. | reporting-information-documents | learner-success school-board-presentations | |
![]() | Commentaires des élèves | Commentaires des élèves Camp virtuel 4e à la 6e année CSC MonAvenir | les-ressources-en-francais reporting-information-documents | assessment-and-evaluation-tools learner-success school-board-presentations | |
![]() | Commentaires de parents / tuteurs / tutrices | Commentaires de parents / tuteurs / tutrices Camp virtuel 4e à la 6e année CSC MonAvenir | les-ressources-en-francais reporting-information-documents | assessment-and-evaluation-tools parent-and-community-engagement school-board-presentations | |
![]() | Commentaires des membres du personnel du camp virtuel | Commentaires des membres du personnel du Camp virtuel 4e à la 6e année. CSC MonAvenir
| les-ressources-en-francais reporting-information-documents | assessment-and-evaluation-tools learner-success | |
![]() | Faits saillants du camp d’été virtuel CEPEO 2020 | Une présentation des faits saillants du camp d’apprentissage virtuel d’été CEPEO (Conseil des écoles publiques de l’Est de l’Ontario) 2020.
| les-ressources-en-francais | learner-success parent-and-community-engagement school-board-presentations | |
![]() | Étude longitudinale 2 Rapport CODE 2016 – Final | Effet d’un programme d’été de littératie sur le développement langagier d’élèves ayant des défis en lecture : une perspective longitudinale – An 2 | educator-resources les-ressources-en-francais | assessment-and-evaluation-tools external-resources learner-success planning-documents | |
![]() | SLP Planning Guide | As a support and resource to summer learning CODE has developed a revised Summer Learning Program Planning Guide for district school boards as they implement CODE Literacy and Numeracy summer classes and participate in the accountability and evaluation components for the summer learning program. The Guide offers examples of community and parent partnerships, support for FNMI students, organization of classes, professional development activities for teachers, structures and timetables; and also details deliverables and expectations for summer learning programs. | educator-resources reporting-information-documents | dayplanning-and-schedules parent-and-community-engagement planning-documents staffing-arrangements student-selection-and-recruitment | |
![]() | Le Guide de planification des programmes d’apprentissage pendant l’été 2014 | Afin de fournir un appui et une ressource aux programmes d’apprentissage pendant l’été, CODE a développé un Guide de planification des programmes d’apprentissage pendant l’été 2014, pour les conseils scolaires afin d’appuyer leur mise en œuvre des classes de littératie et de numératie et de participer aux composantes relatives à la responsabilisation et l’évaluation des programmes d’été. Le Guide offre des exemples de partenariats avec les parents, souligne l’importance de la participation des élèves et de la communauté, fournit des suggestions concernant le développement et la mise en œuvre des programmes. Le Guide comprend également les détails concernant les livrables et les attentes pour les programmes d’été et une liste de ressources pour le personnel enseignant et les parents. | les-ressources-en-francais reporting-information-documents | learner-success parent-and-community-engagement planning-documents staffing-arrangements student-selection-and-recruitment | |
![]() | Summer Learning Financial Report Form 2019 | Please email the completed Financial Report form to the CODE office by November 29, 2019. Contact details can be found on the form. | reporting-information-documents | planning-documents slp-reports | |
![]() | Rapport financier 2019 | Programme d’apprentissage pendant l’été (programme d’été) Rapport financier 2019 (Prière de retourner le rapport financier par courriel à Janette Jensen au plus tard le 29 novembre, 2019 à Janette Jensen à janette@ontariodirectors.ca) | les-ressources-en-francais reporting-information-documents | planning-documents slp-reports | |
![]() | Summer Learning Program: Monitoring for Student Impact | It is important to determine the impact of summer learning for students. Using this document, please outline the assessment strategies that you plan for the 2019 summer learning program to assess its impact on students both individually, as a class and/or as a board. Please also indicate in your response if you are using board developed assessment tools and/or standardized tests. | reporting-information-documents | assessment-and-evaluation-tools planning-documents | |
![]() | Summer Learning Program Financial Report 2019 | Please download, complete and email the SLP 2019 Financial Report to the attention of Janette Jensen by November 29, 2019 at janette@ontariodirectors.ca | reporting-information-documents | planning-documents slp-reports | |
![]() | 2019 Summer Learning Board Plan and Report Back | For Summer Learning 2019, boards are asked to complete the attached template which provides information in two categories: the first section (Plan) outlines the board’s plan e.g. what is planned for Summer Learning 2019, and the second (Outcomes) reports on the outcomes e.g. the results achieved by students participating in the Summer Learning Program. | reporting-information-documents | planning-documents slp-reports | |
![]() | 2019 Summer Learning Program Information | General information sheet for Summer Learning 2019: Funding allocations, communications with parents, organization of classes, required reports, etc. | reporting-information-documents | dayplanning-and-schedules planning-documents slp-reports staffing-arrangements student-selection-and-recruitment | |
![]() | CODE Symposium presentation: Innovative Learning: Anytime, Anywhere by Mary Jean Gallagher | A presentation delivered by Dr. Mary Jean Gallagher at the October 2018 CODE symposium, Anytime, Anywhere: Innovative Programs for Summer Learning and Learning Outside the School Day. Topics covered include Student Engagement, Serving Our Children & their Future, and Global Challenges and Solutions. | educator-resources | learner-success planning-documents professional-development-resources school-board-presentations | |
![]() | CODE Symposium presentation: Leadership Conversation by Mary Jean Gallagher | A presentation delivered by Dr. Mary Jean Gallagher at the October 2018 CODE symposium, Anytime, Anywhere: Innovative Programs for Summer Learning and Learning Outside the School Day. | educator-resources | learner-success planning-documents professional-development-resources school-board-presentations | |
![]() | Summer Learning Report 2015 | Summary report of the 2015 Summer Learning session. | Download | educator-resources | slp-reports |
![]() | Websites to support reading | Websites with books, games and activities to keep kids reading all summer long. | literacy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Travel for Credit – Presentation (ppt.) | “Alternative option to achieve credits outside of the traditional classroom yet still within the school board.” | educator-resources | learner-success school-board-presentations | |
![]() | The Ontario Summer Literacy Learning Project – 2010 Report | Background and full report on the first year of CODE’s Summer Learning Program. | educator-resources | slp-reports | |
![]() | Thank you note to SLP teachers | This note was created to thank SLP teachers for their welcoming attitude! The board also wanted to promote fun learning activities and Summer Learning Program objectives. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | staffing-arrangements | |
![]() | Teacher Letter – Transition to September | Letter from SLP team to summer learning student’s September teacher. Includes background information on summer learning and the program’s science theme. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | learner-success transition-to-september | |
![]() | System Math Survey | Part of presentation by GECDSB for CODE symposium, Anytime, Anywhere: Innovative Programs for Summer Learning and Learning Outside the School Day – October 23, 2018, Holiday Inn Toronto International Airport. | educator-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools learner-success planning-documents professional-development-resources school-board-presentations | |
![]() | Summer Learning Report 2017 | Summer Learning Report 2017 (pdf) | educator-resources | slp-reports | |
![]() | Summer Learning Report 2016 | Prepared by Donna Randall, System Planning, Research and Innovation Division, Ontario Ministry of Education | educator-resources | slp-reports | |
![]() | Summer learning registration/information flyer for parents | Registration/information flyer sent home to parents | literacy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement student-selection-and-recruitment | |
![]() | Summer Learning Promotional Poster | Poster for summer learning program, with dates, times and online registration information. | literacy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement posters-alerts-for-schools | |
![]() | Summer Learning Program Planning Schedule | The WELCDSB team developed this planningchart to outline interactive literacy and numeracy activities along with fitness and nutrition breaks. Trips to a Butterfly Conservatory and the Guelph Civic Museum fostered text to self connections in students. Teachers were encouraged and were confident in adapting programming to suit the learning requirements of their students. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | dayplanning-and-schedules planning-documents | |
![]() | Summer Learning Program community update | This SLP flyer was posted on the board’s website to share the good news about its Summer Learning Program. It also served as an information handout for community members. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Summer Learning Program Calendar of Events | This WCDSB Calendarof Eventswas posted at each SLP school, and was also given to students to post on their fridges at home. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | dayplanning-and-schedules parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Summer Learning Program 2015 – Provincial Report | Summer Learning Program 2015 – Provincial Report. Report Prepared by: Donna Randall, Student Achievement Division, Ontario Ministry of Education | educator-resources | slp-reports | |
![]() | Summer learning picture collage 6 | A picture collage documenting FNMI summer learning activities at the SLP camp of Aberdeen Public School. | first-nations-metis-inuit-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Summer learning picture collage 5 | A picture collage documenting FNMI summer learning activities at the SLP camp of Aberdeen Public School. | first-nations-metis-inuit-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Summer learning picture collage 4 | A picture collage documenting FNMI summer learning activities at the SLP camp of Aberdeen Public School. | first-nations-metis-inuit-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Summer learning picture collage 3 | A picture collage documenting FNMI summer learning activities at the SLP camp of Aberdeen Public School. | first-nations-metis-inuit-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Summer learning picture collage 2 | A picture collage documenting FNMI summer learning activities at the SLP camp of Aberdeen Public School. | first-nations-metis-inuit-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Summer learning picture collage | A picture collage documenting FNMI summer learning activities at the SLP camp of Aberdeen Public School. | first-nations-metis-inuit-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Summer learning newsletter for parents – OLL (York Catholic) | A weekly newsletter for parents of summer learning students that provides updates on literacy activities at the camp. Highlights include new skills that are being learned, field trip reports and photos of the various summer learning activities. | literacy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement transition-to-september | |
![]() | Summer learning newsletter for parents – St. Vincent de Paul (York Catholic) | A weekly newsletter for parents of summer learning students that highlights journal writing, continuing skill development at home, and some of the various activities the students enjoy at the SLP camp. | literacy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement transition-to-september | |
![]() | Student selection letter to parents | This letter to Parents/Guardians was sent home after initial phone contact. The SLP Principal called every child’s home to make the connections with the parents about why the school hoped their child could attend the Summer Learning Program. The SLP Principal made a second phone call to confirm registration, to remind parents of dates and times, and to answer any questions. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement student-selection-and-recruitment | |
![]() | Student registration form | The WELCDSB Registration Form accompanied the Letter to Parents/Guardians. Online registrations may be easier but the board knew that having online registrations would exclude some of its students. Registration forms were returned to home schools and then faxed to or picked up by the Principal of the SLP program. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement planning-documents | |
![]() | Student feedback survey Download | A student survey distributed at the end of the summer learning program. The board reports that surveys were returned fully completed, leading them to believe that the document was user friendly and asked for just the right amount of information. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | learner-success parent-and-community-engagement planning-documents | |
![]() | STEM flyer | Parents were invited to attend STEM showcases at each site that celebrated student learning. | numeracy-resources | learner-success technology-use | |
![]() | Staff Handbook | Contains: Safe School Requirements, Administrative Procedures, Program Foundations, Special Considerations, and Logistics. | educator-resources | dayplanning-and-schedules planning-documents professional-development-resources school-board-presentations staffing-arrangements | |
![]() | SLP program calendar for parents, weeks 3-4 | A colourful calendar for keeping parents updated on what their child is learning each day — and how they can take part — during the summer learning program. | literacy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | SLP program calendar for parents, weeks 1-2 | A colourful calendar for keeping parents updated on what their child is learning each day — and how they can take part — during the summer learning program. | literacy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | SLP newsletter for parents 2 | Colourful newsletter for parents that highlights some of the learning and activities taking place in their child’s summer learning program, including robotics and a Metis Nation of Ontario workshop. Includes reminders for things like applying sunscreen and invitations for parents to visit the SLP in person. | first-nations-metis-inuit-resources literacy-resources numeracy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement technology-use | |
![]() | SLP Flyer for Parents | Colourful flyer with details about an upcoming summer learning program. | literacy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement student-selection-and-recruitment | |
![]() | Sample Schedule for Summer Learning Program | A simple, one-page example of a summer learning program schedule that includes outdoor activities, arts and field trips. | first-nations-metis-inuit-resources literacy-resources numeracy-resources | dayplanning-and-schedules planning-documents staffing-arrangements | |
![]() | Registration Form for Summer Literacy Camps | Colourful registration form for parents of SLP students. Includes dates, times, location and contact information. | first-nations-metis-inuit-resources literacy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement student-selection-and-recruitment | |
![]() | Read and Think Bookmarks | Each student in the SLP received a bookmark to help parents/guardians support reading and thinking activities. Students also received a Guelph Public Library Bookbag, two personal choice books, a Poetry Log, a math workbook and all of their Arts and Crafts activities with the encouragement to keep learning throughout the summer! | literacy-resources | learner-success parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Programme d’apprentissage pendant l’été 2015 – Rapport financier modifié | Prière de retourner le rapport financier par courriel à Janette Jensen au plus tard le 30 novembre, 2015 à janette@OPSOA.org | les-ressources-en-francais | planning-documents | |
![]() | Principles of Counting and Quantity | This Principles of Counting and Quantity Cheat Sheet is designed to help parents and teachers better understand how to help their children with counting and quantity during the early years. | educator-resources numeracy-resources | curriculum-resources parent-and-community-engagement planning-documents professional-development-resources school-board-presentations | |
![]() | Post-program Questionnaire: parents, teachers, students | Students, parents and teachers were asked to complete a questionnaire with their comments about the WELCDSB Summer Learning Program. The student and parent questionnaires are shared with the home school as a linkto possible learning goals in September. (2015 was the board’s first year for SLP, and teacher questionnaires will be used to enhance next year’s programming. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools planning-documents | |
![]() | Playing ‘n Learning Summer Program in NumeracyDownload | Presentation: Curriculum connections in planning a Numeracy program. | numeracy-resources | curriculum-resources | |
![]() | Playing ‘n Learning Summer Program registration/information flyer | SLP registration and information flyer for parents. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | student-selection-and-recruitment | |
![]() | Planning: student reading survey | A student-oriented survey (e.g., “I like to read,” “I’m a good reader”) with “yes,” “sometimes,” and “no” choices. Includes a section for teacher comments and reflections. | literacy-resources | planning-documents | |
![]() | Planning: Literacy Block | A tentative program for a standard day with no scheduled recreational events. | literacy-resources | dayplanning-and-schedules planning-documents | |
![]() | Planning: Independent Literacy Choices | (Sample) “Students engage in Independent Reading and Independent Writing activities within the three daily scheduled literacy rotations. When rotating students, record their name under their choice and focus on that choice throughout the period. A Planning Board can be set up with the choice labels on the classroom blackboard or white board, example below . . .” | literacy-resources | dayplanning-and-schedules planning-documents | |
![]() | Planning: Flow of the Day (2) | (Sample) 9am: Drop Off, Meet & Greet. Student Check in: use this to select free choice activity for 20-30 minutes. Morning Message/Challenge. Free Choice of: writing, nature table, classroom library, reading the room, drawing & sketching. Teacher can use this time to connect with each student, spend a few minutes talking with each one and making them welcome | literacy-resources | dayplanning-and-schedules planning-documents | |
![]() | Planning: Flow of the Day (1) | (Sample) 9am: Drop Off, Meet & Greet. Student Check in: use this to select free choice activity for 20-30 minutes. Morning Message/Challenge. Free Choice of: writing, nature table, classroom library, reading the room, drawing & sketching. Teacher can use this time to connect with each student, spend a few minutes talking with each one and making them welcome | literacy-resources | dayplanning-and-schedules planning-documents | |
![]() | Planification hebdomadaire du camp de numératie | Planification hebdomadaire du camp de numératie | les-ressources-en-francais numeracy-resources | dayplanning-and-schedules | |
![]() | Planification hebdomadaire du camp de littératie | Planification hebdomadaire du camp de littératie | les-ressources-en-francais literacy-resources | dayplanning-and-schedules | |
![]() | Plan du conseil – Programmes d’été 2015 | Les informations statistiques demandées ci-dessous serviront à l’élaboration du rapport final qui fournira un aperçu provincial du projet. | les-ressources-en-francais | planning-documents | |
![]() | Parent Selection Letter | A letter to advise parents that their child has been chosen to attend a free summer school program; includes an area for parents to sign to confirm their child’s attendance.
| literacy-resources numeracy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Parent Reminder Letter | A one-page reminder about important details for parents to know before bringing their child to the first day of the program. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Parent newsletter – Numeracy | GECDSB newsletter that was sent home to parents clearly showcasing numeracy learning. Includes text, photos & student voice. | numeracy-resources | learner-success parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Parent feedback survey | A parent survey distributed at the end of the summer learning program. The board reports that surveys were returned fully completed, leading them to believe that the document was user friendly and asked for just the right amount of information. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement planning-documents | |
![]() | Parent engagement-SLP advertising flyer | This a colourful trifold pamphlet used to promote the SLP to parents and administrators. This will inform and stimulate registration. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Parent community engagement invitation | Parents were invited every Friday at each site to take part in the learning! They played reading/writing games with their child (in both English and native languages) and many parents expressed interest in acquiring the resources used in class as supports they can offer at home to their child. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Parent Booklet | Information booklet for parents with a calendar of events, reminders, and information about a home reading program. | first-nations-metis-inuit-resources literacy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Ordre du jour – Rencontre de planification 2 | Programme d’apprentissage d’été en littératie – CSPNE. Ordre du jour. Rencontre de planification via Lync (Skype) | les-ressources-en-francais literacy-resources | dayplanning-and-schedules planning-documents staffing-arrangements | |
![]() | Ordre du jour – Rencontre de planification 1 | Programme d’apprentissage d’été en littératie – CSPNE Ordre du jour. Rencontre de planification via Lync (Skype) | les-ressources-en-francais literacy-resources | dayplanning-and-schedules planning-documents staffing-arrangements | |
![]() | Numeracy reportcard sample | Model Schools for Inner Cities (MSIC) developed report cards that measured student progress based on pre and post assessments directly linked to the MSIC units. The assessments were used as diagnostic tools for teachers and they were also used to evaluate student progress on the report card. Data collected from report cards let to a summer school research report. | numeracy-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools | |
![]() | Numeracy calendar | Parents received a summer numeracy calendar with engaging and very practical daily activities they can do with their children that help develop an appreciation for reading and writing beyond the walls of the classroom and into the “real world”. | numeracy-resources | learner-success | |
![]() | Newsletter for parents of SLP students – sample 2 | GECDSB staff are expected to create and send home at least two newsletters throughout the program. These communiques are colour-copied for a vibrant treat for families. The board encourages those preparing the newsletter to highlight student voice, photos, home links to learning as well as any program reminders. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Newcomer Summer School: A Guided Planning Session (pdf) | “Share the Planning Framework for our Newcomer Summer School – Describe our 2018 Newcomer Summer School – Considering/Plan for the needs of ELLs in your board” | educator-resources | dayplanning-and-schedules planning-documents school-board-presentations | |
![]() | Math in Motion — June 2015 Ministry newsletter | A K–12 newsletter that fosters numeracy and mathematics awareness and shares research, resources and actions. | numeracy-resources | professional-development-resources | |
![]() | Math highlights report | A brief word document that shares some of the math highlights from the 2014 SLP in GECDSB. The report outlines what made a difference for the 100 students who participated in Math Learning at the 5 GECDSB Numeracy SLP sites in July. | numeracy-resources | learner-success school-board-presentations | |
![]() | Math Camp – Presentation (pdf) | “Experiential Learning ● Indigenous Education ● Outdoor/Physical Education ● Design Thinking ● Robotics/Coding” | educator-resources numeracy-resources | planning-documents school-board-presentations student-selection-and-recruitment | |
![]() | Literacy calendar | Parents received a summer literacy calendar with engaging and very practical daily activities they can do with their children that help develop an appreciation for reading and writing beyond the walls of the classroom and into the “real world”. | literacy-resources | learner-success | |
![]() | Lettre de confirmation aux parents Héritage 2015 | Félicitations !Votre enfant aura la chance de participer au camp d’été en littératie de l’école publique Héritage. | les-ressources-en-francais | parent-and-community-engagement student-selection-and-recruitment | |
![]() | Lettre aux parents | Chers parents, Vos enfants ont démontré l’intérêt de participer au Camp de mathématiques . . . | les-ressources-en-francais | parent-and-community-engagement student-selection-and-recruitment | |
![]() | Letter to Parents for FNMI Summer Learning Program | Letter to parents confirming attendance of their child in the SLP. Includes information about meals, snacks, and appropriate clothing for summer activities, plus dates, times and other useful information. | first-nations-metis-inuit-resources literacy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Letter from CODE re: Purchase of Robotic Kits (French) | Objet: Achat de kits de robotique | les-ressources-en-francais robotics-resources | planning-documents | |
![]() | Letter from CODE re: Purchase of Robotic Kits | September 23, 2015, letter from Frank Kelly outlining the process for school boards to purchase robotic kits. | robotics-resources | planning-documents | |
![]() | L’école publique Héritage invite votre enfant au Camp d’été en littératie | Votre enfant aura la chance de vivre 3 belles semaines à s’amuser, à découvrir par la lecture et à s’exprimer, à échanger et à écrire avec ses camarades! | les-ressources-en-francais literacy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement student-selection-and-recruitment | |
![]() | Interactive Literacy and Numeracy activities | SLP staff was provided with these useful linksfor interactiveliteracy and numeracy activities. These linksare useful for any primary teacher wanting to target specific skills based on results of STAR testing and/or site based assessments. Each site had access to whiteboards to stimulate student learning. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | external-resources learner-success | |
![]() | HWDSB Strategic Directions document 2009-2014 | Document linking HWDSB’s Strategic Directions to the Summer Learning Program | first-nations-metis-inuit-resources literacy-resources numeracy-resources | school-board-presentations | |
![]() | HWDSB Registration Consent Form 2014 | Registration and Consent form used by the Hamilton Wentworth School Board. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | student-selection-and-recruitment | |
![]() | HWDSB Day Schedule | Here is a sample schedule for Camp Power, the Hamilton Wentworth Summer Learning Camp | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | dayplanning-and-schedules | |
![]() | Home Reading Letter (Booklet) | Part of a book bag sent home with SLP students, this formatted letter provides before/during/after tips for parents reading with their kids. | literacy-resources | learner-success parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Home Reading – Visualizing Letter | A weekly bulletin highlighting one reading strategy (this example is Visualizing) to build stronger reading skills for students and some tips as to how parents can help their child’s learning. | literacy-resources | learner-success parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Home Reading – Predicting Letter | A bulletin highlighting the program’s weekly reading strategy and how parents or guardians of SLP students can take an active role in continuing their child’s learning at home. | literacy-resources | learner-success parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | FunTech – An Innovative Program | “(FunTECH Workshops expose) parents to the various opportunities in technical studies offered in high school and beyond high school. High school student volunteers are engaged with younger students through the design and prep process of the workshops and working with the younger students for an authentic community involvement experience. Provides a design challenge for high schools students that relate to and embed curriculum content while developing projects for workshops.” | technology-resources | learner-success technology-use | |
![]() | Formulaires d’inscription – Camps d’été de littératie et de numératie | Voici un formulaire d’inscription pour les camps d’été de littératie et/ou de numératie. | les-ressources-en-francais | student-selection-and-recruitment | |
![]() | Formulaire d’inscription | Formulaire d’inscription Camp d’été en littératie du 10 au 28 août 2015 École publique Héritage | les-ressources-en-francais literacy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement student-selection-and-recruitment | |
![]() | FNMI summer learning newsletter insert | A parent newsletter insert with information about the board’s FNMI summer learning program. | first-nations-metis-inuit-resources literacy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | FNMI Certificate of Completion | A certificate congratulating a student upon completion of her/his FNMI summer program. | first-nations-metis-inuit-resources literacy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Field Trip Consent and Photograph Release Form | Field trip consent and photograph release form for summer learning program. | literacy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | End-of-program parent feedback form | An easy-to-use form for gathering feedback from parents on their interactions with the SLP program. | literacy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Educator Survey | Part of presentation by GECDSB for CODE symposium, Anytime, Anywhere: Innovative Programs for Summer Learning and Learning Outside the School Day– October 23, 2018, Holiday Inn Toronto International Airport. | educator-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools planning-documents professional-development-resources school-board-presentations | |
![]() | Dépliant publicité – Camp Mathématiques | Dépliant publicité. Cet été, nous avons le plaisir d’offrir un CAMP DE MATHÉMATIQUES! Cette activité s’adresse à tous les élèves du jardin à la 5e année. Les enfants découvriront le côté amusant des mathématiques. | les-ressources-en-francais numeracy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Connections – A Community Program Serving Disengaged High School Youth (ppt.) | “The Connections program provides evidence based services in the Counties of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville, for at-risk youth in grades 6-12 who are disengaging from the school system and who have had or are moving toward contact with the criminal justice system. It provides a context within which all community service partners and their staff can work together to improve educational outcomes and personal well-being for disengaged youth and their families.” | educator-resources | parent-and-community-engagement school-board-presentations | |
![]() | Connections – A Community Program Serving Disengaged High School Youth (brochure) | “The Connections program provides evidence based services in the Counties of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville, for at-risk youth in grades 6-12 who are disengaging from the school system and who have had or are moving toward contact with the criminal justice system. It provides a context within which all community service partners and their staff can work together to improve educational outcomes and personal well-being for disengaged youth and their families.” | educator-resources | parent-and-community-engagement posters-alerts-for-schools school-board-presentations | |
![]() | Comprehensive SLP permission form | Adapted from another board who shared it at the March cluster 3 sharing session. GECDSB decided to include all of the necessary information i.e., photo release info, health & religious info as well as T-shirt sizes and Canadian Tire Jump Start permissions to make program start up most efficient. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | CODE Robotics Project: May 2016 Report Back Re: IMPLEMENTATION OF ROBOTIC RESOURCES (French) | PROJET DE ROBOTIQUE DU CODE RAPPORT DE SUIVI CONCERNANT LA MISE EN OEUVRE DES RESSOURCES EN ROBOTIQUE | les-ressources-en-francais robotics-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools planning-documents technology-use | |
![]() | CODE Robotics Project: May 2016 Report Back Re: IMPLEMENTATION OF ROBOTIC RESOURCES | TO BE SUBMITTED BY: MAY 31, 2016. Please return completed report to Janette Jensen at the CODE office at janette@opsoa.org | robotics-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools planning-documents technology-use | |
![]() | CODE Robotics Project: Jan. 2016 Report Back on Distribution and Location of Robotic Resources | CODE Robotics Project report back on distribution and location of robotic resources (Jan. 2016) | robotics-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools planning-documents technology-use | |
![]() | Capacity Building Series – Inquiry-based learning | Ministry monograph: a foundation document regarding Inquiry-based Learning. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | professional-development-resources | |
![]() | April 2016 Memo from F. Kelly re: Robotics Kits Report Back (French) | Rapport de suivi de mai 2016 sur l’incidence des trousses de robotiques du CODE sur l’apprentissage et l’enseignement en classe | les-ressources-en-francais robotics-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools planning-documents technology-use | |
![]() | April 2016 Memo from F. Kelly re: Robotics Kits Report Back | April 15, 2016, memo from Frank Kelly re: May 2016 Report Back on the Impact of the CODE Robotics Kits On Classroom Instruction and Student Learning | robotics-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools planning-documents technology-use | |
![]() | Annonces- Camps d’été de littératie et de numératie | Voici un échantillon d’une publicité pour les camps d’été de littératie et/ou de numératie. | les-ressources-en-francais | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | 2015 Summer Learning Program financial reporting template-revised | Please email the completed 2015 SLP Financial Report to the attention of Janette Jensen by November 30, 2015 janette@OPSOA.org | planning-documents | ||
![]() | 2015 Summer Learning Program Board Plan | The statistical information requested by this document will inform the development of the final report and provide a Provincial overview of the project. | planning-documents | ||
![]() | “Thank You” Card from FNMI SLP Team | Generic, formatted “thank you” note from summer learning FNMI team. | first-nations-metis-inuit-resources literacy-resources | learner-success parent-and-community-engagement transition-to-september | |
![]() | “Thank You” Card | Formatted thank-you card from the summer learning team to the host school. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | learner-success posters-alerts-for-schools transition-to-september | |
![]() | “Doors locked” notice for SLP schools | Notice advising that the school’s “doors have been locked for the children’s safety.” | literacy-resources | posters-alerts-for-schools | |
![]() | “Camp Wonder” pre-program highlights book for parents and students | The “Camp Wonder” resource was created to generate excitement for program participants. This colourful book is shared at a parent session in mid-June. Parents are shown a typical day in the summer learning program, allowing them to confidently share the book with their child at home. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | “Camp Power” summer learning blog | HWDSB blog about its Summer Learning Program for students currently in grades 1 & 2. This resource provides parents of summer learning students with news and updates from participating schools, tips on “how to read with your child,” links to parent communiques, surveys and learning resources, and an introductory video that offers a glimpse into the fun and learning offered at “Camp Power.” | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Summer Learning Progress Report Card | Documents the student’s progress in Literacy and Numeracy, Strengths/Next Steps, and Learning Skills and Work Habits. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools learner-success transition-to-september | |
![]() | Literacy and numeracy reportcard sample | Model Schools for Inner Cities (MSIC) developed report cards that measured student progress based on pre and post assessments directly linked to the MSIC units. The assessments were used as diagnostic tools for teachers and they were also used to evaluate student progress on the report card. Data collected from report cards let to a summer school research report. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools | |
![]() | Literacy reportcard sample | Model Schools for Inner Cities (MSIC) developed report cards that measured student progress based on pre and post assessments directly linked to the MSIC units. The assessments were used as diagnostic tools for teachers and they were also used to evaluate student progress on the report card. Data collected from report cards let to a summer school research report. | literacy-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools | |
![]() | Post-program Questionnaire: parents, teachers, students | Students, parents and teachers were asked to complete a questionnaire with their comments about the WELCDSB Summer Learning Program. The student and parent questionnaires are shared with the home school as a link to possible learning goals in September. (2015 was the board’s first year for SLP, and teacher questionnaires will be used to enhance next year’s programming. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools planning-documents | |
![]() | Progress report – Junior | This progress report is aligned with Ministry expectations for Language and Mathematics for Junior division. | literacy-resources numeracy-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools parent-and-community-engagement planning-documents | |
![]() | ELP Transition Form | A form to be completed by summer school staff and sent to the student’s September teacher. | literacy-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools planning-documents transition-to-september | |
![]() | Grade 1 – 3 Transition Report | A form completed by SLP staff to be sent to the teacher students will have in September. | literacy-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools transition-to-september | |
![]() | Home Reading Program – Tracking Sheet | Part of a book-bag program. Parents are asked to read a book with their child, and then fill out a reading difficulty report (“too easy,” “just right,” too hard”) on this sheet. Includes tips for parents as they read with their child. | literacy-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools learner-success parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Teacher Letter for FNMI Sites | A letter from the SLP team to the September teacher of a summer learning FNMI student. Includes information about curriculum, FNMI heritage and cultural teachings, and literacy and numeracy activities. | first-nations-metis-inuit-resources literacy-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools transition-to-september | |
![]() | Student Profile for Summer Literacy Camp | Student profile form with spaces for “Areas of Need,” “Observation Survey,” etc. | literacy-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools planning-documents student-selection-and-recruitment | |
![]() | Progress report – Primary | This progress report is aligned with Ministry expectations for Language and Mathematics for Primary division. | literacy-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools learner-success parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Student Profile for Summer Learning Program | Teachers and/or administrators are asked to complete this Student Profile for each student being recommended for the Summer Learning Program. | literacy-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools learner-success planning-documents student-selection-and-recruitment transition-to-september | |
![]() | SLP newsletter for parents | Colourful newsletter for parents that highlights some of the learning and activities taking place in their child’s summer learning program, including robotics and a Metis Nation of Ontario workshop. Includes reminders for things like applying sunscreen and invitations for parents to visit the SLP in person. | first-nations-metis-inuit-resources literacy-resources | parent-and-community-engagement technology-use | |
![]() | SLP professional learning staff presentation | Powerpoint for the first of three full-day professional learning sessions meant to help prepare staff to deliver a rich and pedagogically sound Summer Learning Program. | literacy-resources | professional-development-resources | |
![]() | Summer Learning Camp – Parent Survey | A short, one-page survey asking parents for opinions and observations of their child’s summer learning progress. Includes an invitation to participate in a Parent Coffee Chat session. | literacy-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | Jeux- Camps d’été | Voici quelques suggestions pour les camps d’été de littératie et/ou de numératie. | les-ressources-en-francais literacy-resources | curriculum-resources | |
![]() | Professional Development slide presentation for summer learning camp teachers – June | Detailed PowerPoint presentation that takes teachers through new research, trends and activities in preparation for a new year of summer learning. | literacy-resources | curriculum-resources professional-development-resources technology-use | |
![]() | 2017 Summer Learning Program Board Plan and Report Back | 2017 Summer Learning Program Board Plan and Report Back | literacy-resources | staffing-arrangements | |
![]() | Professional Development slide presentation for summer learning camp teachers – May | Professional Development slide presentation for summer learning camp teachers. Includes PD activities, updates, assessment tools, and more. | literacy-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools curriculum-resources professional-development-resources school-board-presentations | |
![]() | Important Information for the 2017 CODE Summer Learning Project | Important Information for the 2017 CODE Summer Learning Project | literacy-resources | planning-documents staffing-arrangements | |
![]() | Summer Learning Program (SLP) Financial Report 2017 – due Nov. 30 | Summer Learning Program (SLP) Financial Report 2017. Please email your completed Financial Report to CODE by November 30, 2017. Details in document. | literacy-resources | planning-documents staffing-arrangements | |
![]() | Summer Learning Camp staff handbook | Detailed handbook for staff of a summer learning camp in GECDSB. Includes Safe School Requirements, Program Foundations, Special Considerations, and Logistics (including daily routines). | literacy-resources | learner-success parent-and-community-engagement staffing-arrangements | |
![]() | Detailed presentation/update for summer learning program | Colourful and detailed slide presentation providing an overview of a summer learning program that includes 24 blended literacy/numeracy classrooms, two French Immersion classrooms, two FNMI classrooms and four ESL classrooms at 17 sites. | literacy-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools parent-and-community-engagement | |
![]() | GECDSB 2016 Summer Learning Program Research Study | Detailed report on GECDSB’s summer learning program from 2016. Includes an overview of the program; its focus on Math, Robotics and Coding, Technology and Twitter, and Community Partners; methods of data collection; and the program’s impact on students, parents and teachers. | literacy-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools curriculum-resources learner-success parent-and-community-engagement professional-development-resources school-board-presentations technology-use | |
![]() | English Language Learning – Observation Protocol | Part of presentation by GECDSB for CODE symposium, Anytime, Anywhere: Innovative Programs for Summer Learning and Learning Outside the School Day – October 23, 2018, Holiday Inn Toronto International Airport. | literacy-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools learner-success planning-documents school-board-presentations | |
![]() | Summer Learning: A District’s Perspective on Program Evaluation and Impact | GECDSB Summer Learning Program – History & Current Structure, Leveraging Program Evaluation and Research, Examples from GECDSB, Monitoring Tools, GECDSB Program Results, Implications and Next Steps | literacy-resources | assessment-and-evaluation-tools learner-success planning-documents school-board-presentations |