ESL/ELD Centre Schools
The 91 supports an ESL Centre Model to support newcomer students who are learning English. The 6 high schools listed below offer specialized ESL programs. At the ESL centre, students have access to English language instruction and support adjusting to their new school environment. Once the student develops sufficient English proficiency, they may transition back to their home school (if appropriate).
NOTE
The following high schools have a capped enrollment.
- St. Augustine Catholic High School is a capped school with a different registration process. Students attending St. Augustine feeder schools will receive information about their unique registration process. Information on the criteria and process of admission will be posted on the school’s website in early November.
- St. Theresa of Lisieux Catholic High School is a capped school with a different registration process. Students attending St. Theresa feeder schools will receive information about their unique registration process. Information on the criteria and process of admission will be posted on the school’s website in early November.
- St. Robert Catholic High School is a capped school, for which registration is contingent on the school enrolment capacity being reached. Please submit an online registration and you will be informed if the capacity limit has been exceeded.
Multilingual Services
Through this service, interpreters/translators are provided to assist board staff in communicating with parents/guardians and students who have limited English proficiency.
As well, multilingual assessors are available to help board staff, in determining the programming needs of students with limited English proficiency who are experiencing difficulties. Multilingual assessors help gather more information by providing an academic assessment in the first language.
Settlement Services (CCSYR)
Community Navigators provide free services to support newcomers such as: information and referral, guidance and support, as well as newcomer support groups. These services are provided in a variety of languages through Settlement and Education Partnership York Region ().
Multilingual Resources
Contact ESL/ELD
| Karen Colaco | Consultant ELL / ELD K-12 | EX.13614 |
|---|---|---|
| Ana Maric | ESL/ELD Multilingual Services Teacher | EX.13057 |
| Diana Young | ESL/ELD Reception & Assessment Centre Teacher Secondary | EX.13048 |