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Grade 8 to 9 Transition

As you navigate the following web pages you will find answers to a number of questions you may have about Grade 9 in the ԹϺ, including course types, and earning a secondary school diploma. We have also provided links to some of our other helpful websites for additional information you may be curious about. As well, you will be introduced to(a web-based planning tool), designed to assist in the educational planning that is required to make informed decisions about your Grade 9 course selections.

Together with your parents/guardians/caregivers and teachers, review the following digital magazinesto help you make important career and life decisions.

Within our site, there are embedded video clips presented by some of our ԹϺ students that will further help to describe the information you need to prepare for Secondary School.

Going to High School: A Guide for Students, Parents and Guardians

September

October

  • Beyond 8 - Going to High School Grade 8 to 9 Information session at your Elementary school
  • Review Choices: Planning for Grade 9
  • Visit http://www.tdsb.on.ca/OOA for information about application, timelines, and details related to accessing a Secondary School other than your designated school by address (or “home” school)

November

December

January

  • Attend the Secondary School Open Houses and Information Nights
  • Grade 8 to 9 Annual Reviews for all students with an Exceptionality (e.g., regular class or special education class)
  • Please visit ԹϺ Secondary Out of Area for application, timelines, and further information
  • Out-of-Area Online Applications due: 4:00PM on January 23, 2026
  • Parent/Teacher interviews
  • Complete Individual Pathways Plan task(s)

February

May / June

  • Grade 8 Transition Meetings
  • Grade 8 Graduation
  • Register for the (optional)
  • Inquire if your secondary school is hosting a Grade 9 Head Start to High School event
  • Complete Individual Pathways Plan task(s) and complete exit survey