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Discover KAI Global School: Accredited Private School Offering OSSD in Canada and Online Worldwide. Our Administration, Faculty, and Students Uphold Ministry Standards for Excellence in Education.

Students with Individual Education Plans

Students require support from various sources to thrive in their school experience. Some may have special needs that go beyond standard classroom practices. In Ontario, those with exceptionalities may need modified educational approaches. This could involve accommodations or adjusted grade level expectations for specific subjects. These students may be formally identified as exceptional.

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What is KAI Global School’s role?
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KAI Global School is a accredited private school in Canada, offering the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) to both Canadian and international students through online education. Our school administration, faculty, and students adhere to the regulations set by the ministry to uphold rigorous standards and deliver world-class education.

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Please note that KAI Global School does not issue refunds. All students must think carefully about the courses for which they are registering. Click below to get the school calendar.

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A student’s Ontario Student Record (OSR) is maintained at their home school. If a student completes a Reach Ahead or Make-up course with KAI Global School, we will send official copies of the final report card back to the home school. The credit earned will then be added to the student’s ongoing transcript.

The OSR is a physical file containing the official records for a student and is protected by the Education Act and Freedom of Information legislation in Ontario. It is a mandatory record for every student enrolled in an Ontario school.

If a student who is not currently registered with a school wishes to take courses with KAI Global School, their OSR must be transferred to us. In cases where a student has never attended a public, Catholic, inspected Ontario private school, or an Ontario International School, an OSR will need to be established by KAI Global School. We will also assign an Ontario Education Number (OEN) to the student.

In the event that a student transfers to another Ontario school before completing their diploma with KAI Global School, the OSR must be transferred along with them. KAI Global School will be responsible for sending the OSR and all associated documents to the new school.

The Ontario Student Transcript (OST) is an official document issued by public, Catholic, and inspected private schools in Ontario, as well as Ontario International Schools. It provides a comprehensive record of a student’s academic history, including successfully completed courses, withdrawals from courses that occurred five days or more after the midterm report card, repeated courses in Grades 11 and 12, and equivalent credits granted for work in non-inspected Ontario private schools or schools outside of Ontario. The OST is stored within the Ontario Student Record (OSR) and is retained for 55 years after a student leaves school.

If a student is currently enrolled in another school, whether public or private, and is taking a single course with KAI Global School, their OSR remains at their current school. Upon completing the course with KAI Global School, we will send a copy of the report card back to the student’s home school. Additionally, the completed course will be added to the ongoing list of courses on the student’s transcript.

It’s important to note that since September 1999, the Ontario Ministry of Education has mandated a policy of full disclosure. This means that all grade 11 and 12 courses attempted by students must be recorded on Ontario Student Transcripts.

Teachers will create a calendar of due dates for students to follow based on their individual profile. The student can start the course within 24 hours of registration & move through the course at the pace which they agreed with their teacher. The only restriction placed on the student is that the student must complete the course within 10 months. The student will be unenrolled from the course if they take longer than 10 months to complete the course. Students may wish to purchase additional time to complete the course and this can be granted at the discretion of the principal.

 

Student Withdrawal Policy

The Ministry of Education has legislated that students taking grade 11 and 12 courses are subject to a Full Disclosure Policy. This policy states that all grade 11 and 12 courses attempted by students must be recorded on Ontario Student Transcripts. This means that any course completed, dropped, failed, taken at day school, night school, or summer school will appear on a student’s transcript along with the marks earned in the programme. There are timelines to be followed. Withdrawals occurring within 5 days of issuing the first report card from KAI global school global school will result in the mark not being recorded on the OST. A withdrawal from a Grade 11 or 12 courses after 5 days of the issuing of the first report card results in a “W” being entered in the “Credit” column of the OST along with the mark at the time of the withdrawal. Withdrawals at any time from Grade 9 or 10 courses are not recorded on the OST. If extraordinary circumstances relate to a student’s withdrawal from a course, an “S” may be entered in the “Note” column on the OST.

 

Repetition of a Course

Only one credit is earned if the course is repeated. In Grade 11 and 12, an “R” appears on the student’s OST for the course with the lower mark.

Equivalent Credits

Out-of-province students or transfers from non-inspected private schools may be granted equivalent credits upon the Principal’s evaluation of the student’s previous learning.

  • “Equivalent Credits” are entered in the “Course Title” column.
  • “PLE” is entered in the “Course Code” column.
  • “EQV” in the “Percentage Grade” column.
  • The total number of credits is entered into the “Credit” column.
  • And the number of compulsory credits entered into the “Compulsory” column.

For the final report card

all students will have a mark.

  • Grade 9 and 10: Students in grades 9 and 10 courses with an “I” designation may be considered for credit recovery. (Refer to page 42 in Growing Success)
  • Grade 11 and 12: Students in grades 11 and 12 courses that have a blank entry designation on their final report card will not receive credit for the course. A mark by the designated dates must replace the blank entry. The lowest limit percentage of 30 may be used as a placeholder, wherein the teacher’s professional judgment a final mark cannot be determined. Credit recovery may be an option. “S” for special circumstances may be placed on the transcript when a mark is assigned.
  • The other alternative is having the student withdraw from the course (as per ministry guidelines). The withdrawal would result in a “w” notation on the transcript and a credit value of 0 regardless of the mark assigned for completed work.

 

Also important to note for Final Report Card

With the new Growing Success Document, the “I” code indicates insufficient evidence to determine a percentage mark for students in grades 9-10 only. Examples of appropriate circumstances are listed below. (Refer to page 42 in Growing Success and p.p. 15-16 in Reporting Student Learning: Guidelines for Effective Teacher-Parent-Student Communication, 2010).

The “I” mark entry may not be used for grade 11 and 12 courses.

We will use the blank entry for all students in grades 11 and 12 for the reasons listed below. Therefore, Full Disclosure pertains to these students.

The following categories capture the specific scenarios where an “I” for grades 9 and 10 courses or blank entry for grade 11 and 12 may be the best assessment and evaluation practice for reporting practices:

  • Late registrations (ESL, out of prov.)
  • At-risk students with serious attendance issues (maybe social/emotional health issues)
  • Medical reasons (student or family)
  • Achievement Centres (timelines are not consistent with the semester, late start)
  • Special circumstances (credit recovery, academic integrity)

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Courses

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Prerequisite Course

A prerequisite course prepares students for further studies and ensures they have the prior knowledge to succeed in subsequent work…

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Grade 9-10 Courses

Academic courses in Grades 9 and 10 focus on the essential concepts of the discipline and additional materials. They develop students’ knowledge and skills by …

Grade 9-10 Courses

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Grade 11-12 Courses

Open courses in Grades 11 and 12 are appropriate for all students. These courses allow students to broaden their knowledge and skills in a particular subject…

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Enrolment

Refund Policy

Please note that KAI Global School does not issue refunds. All students must think carefully about the courses for which they are registering

A student may transfer from one course to another within the first two weeks of registration. If a student requests a transfer, an administrative fee will be required. A fee of $75 will apply if the student has not completed any of the assessments. A fee of $150 will apply if the student has completed no more than three assessments. The decision of the KAI Global School Principal is final in all cases involving refund requests and course transfers

Certain courses have prerequisite requirements. While KAI Global School allows students to begin these courses without initially providing evidence of completion, it is the student’s responsibility to obtain and send the school a copy of their Ontario Student Transcript (OST), Report Card, or Credit Counselling Summary as proof of meeting the prerequisite. KAI Global School will not issue a midterm or final report or transcript until the student provides this evidence. The document can be sent via mail, fax, or scanned and attached to an email to [email protected].

Additionally, a student can request that the KAI Global School Guidance team waive the course prerequisite requirement. The team uses specific criteria to evaluate whether the prerequisite course can be waived. Prerequisite courses are vital for preparing students for further studies and ensuring they have the necessary prior knowledge to succeed in subsequent work. For instance, ENG3U must be completed before beginning ENG4U. These prerequisite courses are specified in Ministry curriculum policy documents and are detailed in each course outline.

When registering for a KAI Global School course, students must submit a copy (scan or image) of original documentation, such as an Ontario Student Transcript (OST), final report card, or credit counselling summary, to demonstrate that they meet the course prerequisite.

Prerequisite Waivers:

Students who don’t directly meet a prerequisite for a course at Kanata Academy may be eligible for a prerequisite waiver. To apply, students should complete a Prerequisite Waiver Application online. This application should be finished before registering for a course. Documentation of waived prerequisites will be stored in the individual student’s Ontario Student Record (OSR).

Prerequisite waivers may be considered under various circumstances, including but not limited to:

– A student is changing programs at a post-secondary institution.
– A graduate applying to university didn’t take the appropriate high school courses.
– A homeschooled student seeking OSSD credits.
– An individual re-entering education after workforce experience, needing specific courses for admission.
– A worker needing a course for a new position without having the prerequisite.
– A student from another province/country requiring prerequisites for post-secondary education and unable to take the course(s) within their own jurisdiction.

Regular attendance and active participation are crucial for academic success. Students who do not consistently engage in their online courses may have a less effective learning experience. KAI Global School maintains attendance records to ensure both students and teachers regularly participate in their courses. Due to the continuous entry and exit model of our fully online courses, there is no fixed yearly or semester calendar. If a student decides to leave a course before completing it, they must formally communicate their intentions either in writing to the Principal or over the phone before they can be officially withdrawn. We emphasize consistent and relevant feedback and communication to motivate regular attendance and participation. Students who have not completed their course within 10 months from the day of enrollment will be automatically removed from the course.

Teachers closely monitor attendance patterns for their students and collaborate with them and their parents/guardians to provide support in any way possible. Students will be provided with a due date calendar to adhere to, and will acknowledge and share these dates with their parents. The course teacher and teaching assistants will routinely check calendars, student logins to Edsby, and student logins to our tutoring portal. If a student is a week or more late in meeting a deadline, an email will be sent home to inform parents. Adjustments to calendars can only be made with parental approval. If attendance issues persist, the administration will be notified, and potential consequences may include student and parental/guardian contact, attendance contracts, or withdrawal from the program.

For record-keeping purposes, attendance will be based on the number of completed lessons. For instance, if a course consists of 20 lessons and a student completes 16 of them, the attendance record would indicate that the student attended for 80% of the 110 hours. This value will be adjusted accordingly for mid-semester report cards.

Students who do not finish their courses within 10 months will be withdrawn from the course and will not be reinstated, unless there are documented extenuating circumstances.

It’s important to highlight that as of December 20, 2006, all students under 18 years of age are required to attend school unless they have already graduated or have a valid excuse from attendance.

It is the responsibility of students to provide evidence of their learning within established timelines. KAI Global School will implement strategies to ensure students submit evidence of their learning within appropriate and well-communicated timelines. Ultimately, it is a shared responsibility among parents, students and staff to ensure students provide evidence of their learning.

**Intellectual Property Rights:**

KAI Global School either holds the intellectual property rights to all the underlying HTML, text, audio clips, video clips, and other content provided on our website or has obtained permission from the owner of the intellectual property to use it on our site. Therefore, unless otherwise indicated, the copyright belongs to KAI Global School.

**Authorization and Limited License:**

KAI Global School grants you a limited license to view and display the content of our website on your computer. You may also print, download, and use the underlying HTML text, audio, video clips, and other content on our website under the following conditions:

– You are not allowed to modify the content provided on our website.
– You are not allowed to make any commercial use of such content.

**Privacy Statement:**

KAI Global School has formulated this privacy statement to underscore our strong commitment to privacy for individual students. Our Learning Management System, Edsby, may log IP addresses for system administration purposes. A student’s IP address may be used to track their website sessions. Our site uses forms for individuals to request information and register for classes and programs. We collect email addresses, postal addresses, and phone numbers to respond to these requests and get in touch with the student or parent. KAI Global School does not sell or provide any collected information to external parties unless required by law. If you have any questions about this privacy statement, the practices of these sites, or your interactions with them, you can contact: [email protected].

 

Extra Credits

Are you on track for your diploma?

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PLAR

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) is the formal evaluation and credit-granting process whereby students obtain credits for prior learning.

PLAR
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Maturity Credits

Maturity Credits are offered to students who entered high school prior to September 1999 based on life and work experiences since exiting high school.

Maturity Credits
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Cooperative Education

Cooperative education is a hands-on method of learning that allows students to earn secondary school credits towards their OSSD

Cooperative Education

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What are the rights of the Exceptional student?

All students formally identified as exceptional by an Identification, Placement, and Review Committee (IPRC) must have access to an education that will enable them to develop the knowledge and skills they need in order to participate in the life of Ontario’s communities. The Education Act requires school boards to provide in accordance with the regulations special education programs and special education services for its exceptional pupils. Specific procedures for the identification and placement of exceptional pupils are set out in Regulation 181/98. This regulation also provides for the regular review of the identification and placement of a student and for the appeal of identification and/or placement decisions with which parents/guardians disagree. The document, Highlights of Regulation 181/98, is available on this website.

What is KAI global school’s role?

  • KAI global school must develop an Individual Education Plan (IEP) for every full time identified student. KAI global school also has the discretion to develop an IEP for students who have not been formally identified as exceptional, but who are receiving special education programs and/or special education services.
  • An IEP is a written plan describing the special education program and/or services required by a particular student, based on a thorough assessment of the student’s strengths and needs that affect the student’s ability to learn and demonstrate learning.
  • A student’s IEP must typically have a direct progress reporting link to the Report Card. If the student has an existing IEP, please send a copy of this IEP to KAI global school upon registration.

Pre-requisite Courses

A prerequisite course prepares students for further studies and ensures they have the prior knowledge to be successful in subsequent work. Such prerequisite work must be completed before the student can enroll in the course that follows. For example, with English courses, students must complete ENG3U before they can begin ENG4U. Prerequisite courses are identified in Ministry curriculum policy documents and are also provided on each course outline. When you register for a KAI global school global school course, you will be required to submit a copy (scan or image) of original documentation such as an Ontario Student Transcript (OST), final report card, or credit counselling summary, to show that you meet the course prerequisite.

Prerequisite Waivers

If a student wishes to take a course with KAI global school global school, but does not directly meet the prerequisite , he or she may be eligible for a prerequisite waiver.Students wishing to apply to have their prerequisite waived should complete a Prerequisite Waiver Application online. The prerequisite application should be completed prior to registering for a course.

Prerequisite waivers may be considered under, but not limited to, the following circumstances:

 
  • An individual is changing programs at a postsecondary institution.
  • A graduated student is applying to university and did not take the appropriate courses in high school
  • A homeschooled student wishes to earn OSSD credits.
  • An individual has been in the workforce for some time, plans to attend post-secondary education, and is required to complete certain courses for admission.
  • An individual in the workforce requires a course to apply for a new position and does not have the prerequisite.
  • A student from another province/country requires the prerequisites for post-secondary education and is unable to take the course(s) within his or her province/country.

Grade 9-10 Courses

Types of Courses

There are several different course types in Grades 9-12. In grades 11 and 12, students will focus more on individual interests and identify and prepare for initial post-secondary goals.

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Academic courses

Academic courses in Grades 9 and 10 focus on the essential concepts of the discipline and additional materials.They develop students’ knowledge and skills by emphasizing theoretical and abstract thinking while incorporating practical applications as a basis for future learning and problem solving.

Applied courses

Applied courses in Grades 9 and 10 focus on the essential concepts of the discipline. They develop students’ knowledge and skills by emphasizing practical, concrete applications of the essential concepts while incorporating theoretical elements as appropriate. Familiar, real-life situations are used to illustrate ideas, along with more opportunities to experience practical applications of the concepts they study.

Open courses in Grades 9 and 10 are offered in all subjects other than those offered as academic, applied and locally developed. For example, open courses are offered in visual arts, music and health and physical education, but not in English, mathematics, science, French as a second language, history or geography. An open course comprises a set of expectations that is suitable for all students and is not linked to any specific post-secondary destination. These courses are designed to provide students with a broad educational base that will prepare them for their studies in Grades 11 and 12 and for productive participation in society.

Locally developed compulsory credit courses are intended for students who require a measure of flexibility and support in order to meet the compulsory credit requirements in English, mathematics, and science for the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) of Ontario Secondary School Certificate. These types of courses help prepare students for further study in courses from the curriculum policy documents for these disciplines.

Interdisciplinary courses in Grade 11 or 12 provide an integrated approach to learning. These courses are developed by connecting different subjects through themes, issues or problems that require knowledge from the selected areas. For example, an interdisciplinary studies course in small business would integrate studies in technological design and business entrepreneurship. For specific interdisciplinary courses, see Student Services at your school.

K courses

K courses consist of alternative expectations that are developed to help students with special education needs acquire knowledge and skills that are not represented in the Ontario curriculum. Because they are not part of a subject or course outlined in the provincial curriculum documents, alternative expectations are considered to constitute alternative programs or alternative courses. Some students may remain in secondary school for up to 7 years, with a planned Community Living pathway. Students may experience a specific K course subject area twice in one year and several times over many years. Each experience will be unique, with its own K course code and learning goals consistent with those recorded on the student’s IEP. At the secondary level, the student will not be granted a credit for the successful completion of a K Course that consists of alternative expectations.

Please note:At this time KAI global school global school does not offer K-courses

Grade 11-12 Courses

Types of Courses

There are several different course types in Grades 9-12. In grades 11 and 12, students will focus more on individual interests and identify and prepare for initial post-secondary goals.

Open courses (O)

Open courses in Grades 11 and 12 are appropriate for all students. These courses allow students to broaden their knowledge and skills in a particular subject that may or may not be directly related to their post-secondary goals, but that reflect their interests.

University(U) Grades 11-12

University preparation courses provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to meet university entrance requirements. Courses emphasize theoretical aspects of the subject and also consider related applications.

College preparation courses provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to meet the entrance requirements for most college programs and possible apprenticeships. Courses focus on practical applications and also examine underlying theories.

University/College preparation courses are offered to prepare students to meet the entrance requirements of certain university and college programs. They focus on both theory and practical applications.

Workplace preparation courses prepare students to move directly into the workplace after high school or to be admitted into select apprenticeship programs or other training programs in the community. Courses focus on employment skills and on practical workplace applications of the subject content. Many workplace preparation courses involve cooperative education and work experience placements, which allow students to get practical experience in a workplace.

Advanced Placement (AP)

The Advancement Placement Courses (AP) are international courses written by university professors, which allow students to write an exam in a specific area that will earn them credits or advanced standing at most universities in Canada and abroad. For further information, please see Student Services at your school.

PLAR

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)

is the formal evaluation and credit-granting process whereby students obtain credits for prior learning. Prior learning includes the knowledge and skills you have acquired, both formal and informal, outside of secondary school. You may have your knowledge and skills evaluated against the expectations outlined in provincial curriculum policy documents to earn credits towards the secondary school diploma. All credits granted through the PLAR process must represent the same achievement standards as credits granted to students who have taken the courses.

Request for a PLAR Assessment

1)You may ask for an assessment of your diploma requirements after you have successfully completed one course with Kanata Academy International and submitted an original student transcript.
2)If you have completed the eligibility requirements outlined on the PLAR Fact Sheet, you will be asked to complete the PLAR Application Package.
3)There are 2 parts to the process.

  • Submission of the completed PLAR Application Package.
  • Assessment and Recordkeeping by the Kanata Academy International PLAR committee.
Grade 9 and 10 credits

For Grade 11 or 12 credits both the equivalency process and the challenge process are as follows:

  • Through the equivalency process, students participate in an evaluation of their credentials, other appropriate documentation and evidence from jurisdictions within and outside Ontario for the purpose of granting credit for Grade 11 or 12 courses developed from the most recent Ontario curriculum
  • Through the challenge process, students’ prior learning is evaluated using assessments for the purpose of granting credit for Grade 11 or 12 courses developed from the most recent Ontario curriculum
  • Up to 10 of 14 Grade 11 and 12 credits may be granted through either the equivalency or challenge process.
  • A minimum of four Grade 11 and 12 credits must be earned by taking the necessary courses, with the following exception: at the discretion of the principal, mature students who present evidence of a completed postsecondary diploma and/or degree from an accredited Canadian postsecondary institution may qualify for the OSSD under Ontario Schools by completing a minimum of one Grade 11 or Grade 12 credit

Following the equivalency or challenge process, any remaining required credits may be earned by taking the required courses.

College preparation courses provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to meet the entrance requirements for most college programs and possible apprenticeships. Courses focus on practical applications and also examine underlying theories.

Maturity Credits

Maturity and Equivalency Credits

​​​​​​If you started high school in Ontario before September 1999, your previous work and life experiences may qualify you for “maturity credits”.

How many maturity credits can I earn?

You may be recommended for up to 12 maturity credits.

Are there other ways to earn equivalent credits?

Mature students may be able to receive equivalent credit allowances for certain courses and training programs outside secondary school. For example:

  • successful completion of courses not usually considered secondary school subjects (this could be certification or designation in a specific program that required a minimum of 110 hours of instruction or training)
  • successful completion of each period of an apprenticeship program (for example, electrician, hairdresser or mechanic).

No, a mature student must still complete a minimum of four Grade 11 or Grade 12 credits after becoming a mature student. These credits must include a senior English. A maturity credit assessment will tell you exactly how many more credits you need.

How do I qualify for a mature student assessment?

Complete a Maturity Credit Assessment form (available at your local learning centre). You will be required to provide a copy of your resume and your school records.

What if I have no school records?

Please contact your last high school to obtain a copy of your high school transcript. If you have completed courses that you think will qualify for equivalency credits, contact the institution where you took the courses to obtain the records.​ You will need documentation that describes the course, the number of course hours and your successful completion of the course.

Is there a cost for Maturity/Equivalency evaluation?

There is a no fee for the assessment.

Cooperative Education

Cooperative education is a hands-on method of learning that allows students to earn secondary school credits towards their OSSD by combining in-school studies with related work experiences. The student’s learning activities at the work placement are closely aligned to one or more related course(s) in which the student is enrolled or which he or she has successfully completed. The cooperative education course and the related course(s) together constitute a student’s cooperative education program.

The cooperative education course includes pre-placement, integration and placement components. The Ontario Ministry of Education Policy document for Cooperative Education and Other Forms of Experiential Learning, provides an overview of required hours for each of these components.

Students must remain at their placements until the date stipulated in their Work Education Agreement, even in cases where the required course hours have been completed before the end of the school term. The completion date of this agreement coincides with the completion date of other school courses.

Please note: Cooperative education will not be available at KAI global school global school at this time.

Credits at Work

Credits at Work provides employed adults who are unable to attend day school the opportunity to earn credits toward their high school diploma while at work and receiving their regular pay. Job expectations are linked to credit courses which the student has earned or is currently earning. Students earn one credit for every 110 hours on the job.

Employee’s Responsibility

Prior to counting work hours and earning credits, Credits at Work students must:

  • Pay their Registration Fee
  • Contact and Virtually meet their Credits at Work Teacher
  • Complete a pre-placement package within 1 week of registration

Once the pre-placement package is submitted, the student, employer and teacher sign a Work Education Agreement (required of all co-op credits). The Work Education Agreement states that the employer supports the employee in the Credits at Work process.

Once signed, hours of paid work will start to count towards credit(s). During the Credits at Work hours, students must complete and submit weekly log sheets/journals and do some assignments.

Employers for Credits at Work will be asked to:

  • Sign the Work Education Agreement
  • Confirm WSIB coverage for the workplace
  • Sign weekly log sheets prepared by the student to verify student’s tasks, hours, and dates of work for the Ministry of Education
  • Discuss, with the teacher, the student’s job performance a minimum of two times during the placement
Virtual Cooperative Education
Cooperative Education Policies and Procedures for OSS
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