Celebrating over a decade of summer learning and student success “Do I have to go home already?” That plaintive question, asked between child and parent and overheard by a teacher in the then-nascent Summer Learning Program (or Summer Literacy Learning Project, as it was initially called), … [Read more...] about A Remarkable Journey of Helping Young Learners
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Toronto Star: Summer programs “combating pandemic-related learning loss”
The CODE Summer Learning Program was included in a recent Toronto Star article about the Toronto Catholic District School Board's summer programs: "The board is also running a Grades 1 to 8 online tutoring program providing students with daily hour-long tutoring sessions and about 900 have … [Read more...] about Toronto Star: Summer programs “combating pandemic-related learning loss”
2021 Summer Learning report is now available
The final report for the 2021 CODE Summer Learning Program is nowavailable for download. Titled "A Consistent Commitment, A Different Approach," the reportprovides a wealth of information on the 2021 Summer Learning Program,including successful practices and innovative strategies to … [Read more...] about 2021 Summer Learning report is now available
YCDSB’s “Sirius Stars” summer program generates some seriously positive feedback
“At Sirius Stars, I meet new people, learn new things, and have fun . . . my teacher (takes) things that are hard and turns them into something fun.” Christina, “Sirius Stars” summer student York Catholic District School Board has put together a thorough (and thoroughly engaging) video … [Read more...] about YCDSB’s “Sirius Stars” summer program generates some seriously positive feedback
Making Plans: TDSB supporting Black student success and excellence
Part of a series of articles highlighting the creative themes and experiential learning/student engagement strategies boards are employing for their 2021 Summer Learning Programs and the Grade 7 & 8 Mathematics component. All content is provided by the individual boards. To contribute to … [Read more...] about Making Plans: TDSB supporting Black student success and excellence
SLPs in the News: “Summer learning program proves popular”
According to elliotlaketoday.com, the 2021 Virtual Summer Learning Program run by the Huron Superior Catholic District School Board proved to be a popular choice with parents looking to boost confidence and address gaps in their child's learning. Running from July 5 to July 23, the SLP attracted … [Read more...] about SLPs in the News: “Summer learning program proves popular”