The Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario Summer Learning Program 2024 offered a diverse range of educational initiatives designed to engage and enrich students’ learning experiences. Principal of Curriculum Brenda Reil, along with Principal Scott Renaud, presented details of the program to Trustees at the August 27 Board Meeting. Among the program offerings was the highly successful K-6 Summer Learning Program, which ran from July 2 through 19. Complementing this was the Summer Skills Trade Camp for Girls, held from July 2 through 5. This camp attracted 60 participants and included industry tours, hands-on workshops, and inspirational talks from women in skilled trades. The camp aimed to encourage girls to explore careers in the skilled trades.
Additionally, the online summer school program saw high engagement, with 1,348 secondary courses taken and a remarkable 94 per cent student success rate. The overall feedback from parents and students was overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the importance of hands-on activities, mental health support, and opportunities for summer programming.
“We are so pleased that our students have so many opportunities for learning during the summer months, and it is wonderful to see how they continue to grow! These programs are truly so valuable and continue to make a difference for student learning,” concluded Chair Wilson.
