Secondary School Programs
The Durham District School Board (DDSB) offers a diverse range of high school courses and programs to meet the individual needs of our students. The 30 Credits My Way website puts students and families in the driver's seat, empowering them to navigate their high school pathway with confidence. At Durham District School Board, the journey isn't just linear—it's about discovering the many options available to suit individual learning styles and aspirations.
You can take traditional classes, eLearning courses, tutoring, or engage in hands-on learning through cooperative education.
Some additional opportunities include:
- Academy for Student Athlete Development
- Athletes Doing Accessible Programs Through Sports (ADAPTS)
- Community Connected Experiential Learning
- Cooperative Education
- Durham Immersive Arts Camp (DIAC)
- Dual Credits
- Durham Hairstylist Academy
- Durham Immersive Arts Camp (DIAC)
- French Immersion
- Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)
- Regional Centre for Success
- Specialized High Skills Major (SHSM)
High school orientation
The DDSB provides an extensive orientation program for grade 8 students entering high school. It is recommended that students and families attend these sessions. Speak to your child's teacher to help with the transition to high school.
Plan your education
Durham District School Board (DDSB) provides a variety of resources and transition guides to help students direct their learning. This allows them to receive relevant academic and practical experience regardless of the career pathway they choose.
- Choosing My Success (planning for Grade 9)
- Refining My Pathway (planning for Grade 11 & 12)
- Designing My Future (planning for Your Initial Post-Secondary Destination)
- Pathways to Student Success (provides students, parents, and schools with information on a range of opportunities and individualized pathways to enhance student success.)
For Grade 8 students and their families
Prior learning assessment
If you earned high school credits in another province or country, view the Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) page or contact Durham Continuing Education's Credential Centre at 905-436-3211 for information on the process for transferring high school credits to the DDSB.
