Adult Day School

(Updated March 21, 2023)

Welcome to TVDSB's Adult Day School

Registration for Term 4 will open on Wednesday, March 22nd

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Stay tuned to this page for news and updates about Adult courses, programs, credits, and services.

New for term 4:  Please see the "What You Need to Register" section below as requirements have changed.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

 If you have any questions after reviewing the information below, please email:  AdultDaySchool@tvdsb.ca

2022-23 COURSES

 

 Term 1 -  September 22 - November 17

You may take up to two credits per term.  This can be two single credit courses or one double credit/full day course. 

Term 1 registration is closed

 

Code

ONLINE

ASM2OV

Media Arts, Grade 10, Open

BTA3OV

Information & Communication Technology : The Digital Environment, Grade 11, Open

CGG3OV

Travel & Tourism: A Geographic Perspective, Grade 11, Open

ENG2DV

English, Grade 10, Academic

ENG2PV

English, Grade 10, Applied

ENG3CV

English, Grade 11, College

ENG3EV

English, Grade 11, Workplace

ENG3UV

English, Grade 11, University

ENG4CV

English, Grade 12, College

ENG4EV

English, Grade 12, Workplace

ENG4UV

English, Grade 12, University

GLS4OV

Advanced Learning Strategies: Skills for Success After Secondary School, Grade 12, Open

HHG4MV

Human Development Throughout the Lifespan, Grade 12, College/University

HIP4OV

Personal Life Management, Grade 12, Open

HSP3CV

Intro to Anthropology, Psychology & Sociology, Grade 11, College

HSP3UV

Intro to Anthro, Psychology & Sociology, Grade 11, University

HZT4UV

Philosophy: Questions and Theories, Grade 12, University

MEL3EV

Math for Work and Everyday Life, Grade 11, Workplace

MEL4EV

Math for Work and Everyday Life, Grade 12, Workplace

MFM2PV

Math, Grade 10, Applied

MPM2DV

Math, Grade 10, Academic

OLC4OV

Ontario Literacy Course, Grade 12, Open

SBI3UV

Biology, Grade 11, University

SCH3U2

Chemistry, Grade 11, University

SCH4U2

Chemistry, Grade 12, University

SPH3UV

Physics, Grade 11, University

 

Online full day courses DOUBLE CREDIT

DCO3OV

Creating Opportunities through Co-Op, Grade 11, Open

 

In-school morning classes, Wheable London
9:00 am – 11:45 am

MTH1W2

Math, Grade 9, for all math pathways

SBI4U2

Biology, Grade 12, University

TTA3C2

Transportation Technology: Auto Service, Grade 11, College

TTA4C2

Transportation Technology: Auto Service, Grade 12, College

 

In-school afternoon classes - Wheable London
12:30 pm – 3:15 pm

HFL4E2

Food and Healthy Living, Grade 12, Workplace

SNC2D2

Science, Grade 10, Academic

SNC2P2

Science, Grade 10, Applied

TTJ3O2

Transportation Technology: Vehicle Ownership, Grade 11, Open

TTJ4E2

Transportation Technology: Vehicle Ownership, Grade 12, Workplace

 

In-school full day courses, Wheable London
9:00 am – 3:15 pm DOUBLE CREDIT

TXJ2O2

Hairstyling & Aesthetics, Grade 10, Open

  

Term 2 - November 28 - February 3 - CLOSED

You may take up to two credits per term.  This can be two single credit courses or one double credit/full day course. 

 

 Code

ONLINE: your preferred time of day (work must be done each day)

BMI3CV

Marketing: Goods, Services, Events, Grade 11, College
Prerequisite: None

CGR4MV

The Environment & Resource Management, Grade 12, College/University
Prerequisite: Any university or mixed prep course in Canadian and world studies, English, or social sciences and humanities

CHW3MV

World History to the End of the Fifteenth Century, Grade 11, College/University (Mixed) Preparation
Prerequisite: Canadian History since World War I, Grade 10, Academic or Applied

CHY4UV

World History Since the Fifteenth Century, Grade 12, University Preparation
Prerequisite: Any university or mixed prep course in Canadian and world studies, English, or social sciences and humanities

EMS3OV

Media Studies, Grade 11, Open
Prerequisite: Grade 10 English, Academic or Applied

ENG3CV

English, Grade 11, College Preparation
Prerequisite: Grade 10 English, Applied or Academic

ENG3UV

English, Grade 11, University Preparation
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Academic English

ENG4CV

English, Grade 12, College Preparation
Prerequisite: Grade 11 English, College or University preparation

ENG4UV

English, Grade 12, University Preparation
Prerequisite: Grade 11 English, University Preparation

GWL3OV

Designing Your Future, Grade 11, Open
Prerequisite: None

HSB4UV

Challenge & Change in Society, Grade 12, University Preparation
Prerequisite: Any university or university/college preparation course in social sciences and humanities, English, or Canadian and world studies

HSG3MV

Gender Studies, Grade 11, College/University (Mixed) Preparation
Prerequisite: None

MBF3CV

Foundations for College Math, Grade 11, College Preparation
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Math, Applied or Academic

MCR3UV

Functions, Grade 11, University Preparation
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Academic Math

OLC4OV

Ontario Literacy Course, Grade 12, Open
Eligibility:  Students who still require the Ontario Literacy Requirement for their OSSD

PPZ3CV

Health For Life, Grade 11, College Preparation
Prerequisite: None

SCH3UV

Chemistry, Grade 11, University Preparation
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Academic Science; and Grade 10 Math (Academic or Applied)

SCH4UV

Chemistry, Grade 12, University Preparation
Prerequisite: Grade 11 Chemistry, University Preparation; and Grade 11 Math, University Preparation

SES4UV

CANCELLED: Earth & Space Science, Grade 12, University Preparation
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Academic Science

SNC2DV

Science, Grade 10, Academic (university preparation)
Prerequisite: Grade 9 Science, Academic or Applied

SNC2PV

Science, Grade 10, Applied (college preparation)
Prerequisite: Grade 9 Science, Academic or Applied

  In-School 9:00 am – 11:45 am Wheable, London

AVI3O2

CANCELLED: Visual Arts, Grade 11, Open
Prerequisite: None

MFM2P2

Math, Grade 10, Applied
Prerequisite: Grade 9 Mathematics, Applied, Academic or De-streamed

MPM2D2

Math, Grade 10, Academic
Prerequisite: Grade 9 Mathematics, Academic or De-streamed

TCJ3C2

Construction Engineering, Grade 11, College Preparation
Prerequisite: None

TCJ4C2

Construction Engineering, Grade 12, College Preparation
Prerequisite: Construction Engineering Technology, Grade 11, College Preparation

 
In-School 12:30 pm – 3:15 pm   Wheable, London

MAP4C2

Math, Grade 12, College Preparation
Prerequisite: Grade 11 College, University or Mixed Math

SBI3U2

Biology, Grade 11, University Preparation
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Science, Academic 

TCJ3E2

Construction Technology, Grade 11, Workplace
Prerequisite: None

TCJ4E2

Construction Technology, Grade 12, Workplace
Prerequisite: Hospitality and Tourism, Grade 11, Workplace Preparation

 

In School 9:00 am – 3:15 pm  Wheable, London
DOUBLE CREDIT, FEES APPLY THIS TERM

TXJ3E2

Hairstyling & Aesthetics, Grade 11, Workplace
Prerequisite: None

TXJ4E2

Hairstyling & Aesthetics, Grade 12, Workplace
Prerequisite: Hairstyling, Grade 11, Workplace Preparation

 

 Term 3 - February 13 - April 19 - CLOSED

You may take up to two credits per term.  This can be two single credit courses or one double credit/full day course.   
 

Course Code

Online

CGG3OV

Travel & Tourism: A Geographic Perspective, Grade 11, Open
Prerequisite: Issues in Canadian Geography, Grade 9, Academic or Applied

CLN4UV

Canadian & International Law, Grade 12, University
Prerequisite: Any university or mixed course in Canadian or world studies, English, or social sciences and humanities

ENG2DV

English, Grade 10, Academic
Prerequisite: Grade 9 English, Academic or Applied

ENG2PV

 English, Grade 10, Applied
Prerequisite: Grade 9 English, Academic or Applied

ENG3CV

English, Grade 11, College
Prerequisite: Grade 10 English, Applied or Academic

ENG3UV

English, Grade 11, University
Prerequisite: Grade 10 English, Academic

ENG4CV

English, Grade 12, College
Prerequisite: Grade 11 English, College or University Preparation

ENG4UV

English, Grade 12, University
Prerequisite: Grade 11 English, University Preparation

GLS4OV

Advanced Learning Strategies: Skills for Success After Secondary School, Grade 12, Open
Prerequisite: None

HPC3OV

Raising Healthy Children, Grade 11, Open
Prerequisite: None

HSE3EV

Equity, Diversity & Social Justice, Grade 11, Workplace
Prerequisite: None

MCF3MV

Math: Functions & Applications, Grade 11, College/University
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Math, Academic or a strong mark in Applied
This course is the prerequisite for MDM4U offered in term 4

MCR3UV

Math: Functions, Grade 11, University
Prerequisite: Grade 10 academic math
This course is the prerequisite for MHF4U

MEL3EV

Math for Work & Everyday Life, Grade 11, Workplace
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Math, Locally Developed, Applied or Academic

MHF4UV

Math: Advanced Functions, Grade 12, University
Prerequisite: Functions, Grade 11, University Preparation (MCR3U), or a strong mark in Mathematics for College Technology (MCT4C), Grade 12, College Prep

MTH1WV

Math, Grade 9, for all math pathways
Prerequisite:  None

OLC4OV

Ontario Literacy Course, Grade 12, Open
Prerequisite:  Ontario Literacy requirement has not yet been met

SBI3UV

Biology, Grade 11, University Preparation
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Science, Academic

SBI4UV


Biology, Grade 12, University Preparation
Prerequisite: Grade 11 Biology, University Preparation

SCH3UV

Chemistry, Grade 11, University Preparation
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Science, Academic; and Grade 10 Math, Academic or Applied

SCH4CV

Chemistry, Grade 12, College Preparation
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Science, Academic or Applied

SPH4UV

Physics, Grade 12, University Preparation
Prerequisite: Grade 11 Chemistry, University Prep; and Grade 11 Math, University  Prep

SVN3EV

Environmental Science, Grade 11, Workplace Preparation
Prerequisite: Grade 9 Science, Academic or Applied, or Grade 9 or 10 locally developed science

 

Online Full day courses - 9:00 am - 3:15 pm - DOUBLE CREDIT

DCO3OV

Creating Opportunities Through Co-Op, Grade 11, Open
Prerequisite: None

 

In-school morning classes - 9:00 - 11:45 am

MBF3C2

Foundations for College Math, Grade 11, College Preparation
Prerequisite: Mathematics, Grade 10, Applied or Academic

TWJ3E2

Custom Woodworking, Grade 11, Workplace
Prerequisite: None

TWJ4E2

Custom Woodworking, Grade 12, Workplace
Prerequisite: Custom Woodworking, Grade 11, Workplace

TXA3E2

Hairstyling & Aesthetics: Aesthetics, Grade 11, Workplace
Prerequisite: None

TXA4E2

Hairstyling & Aesthetics: Aesthetics, Grade 12, Workplace
Prerequisite: Hairstyling & Aesthetics: Aesthetics, Grade 11, Workplace

 

In-school afternoon classes - 12:30 - 3:15 pm

Wheable location only

HFC3E2

Food & Culture, Grade 11, Workplace
Prerequisite: None

HFC3M2

Food & Culture, Grade 11, College/University
Prerequisite: None

TTJ3E2

Transportation Technology: Vehicle Maintenance, Grade 11, Workplace
Prerequisite: None
TTJ4E2 Transportation Technology: Vehicle Maintenance, Grade 12, Workplace
Prerequisite: Transportation Technology: Vehicle Maintenance, Grade 11, Workplace

TXH3E2

Hairstyling & Aesthetics: Hairstyling, Grade 11, Workplace
Prerequisite: None

TXH4E2

Hairstyling & Aesthetics: Hairstyling, Grade 12, Workplace
Prerequisite: Hairstyling & Aesthetics: Hairstyling, Grade 11, Workplace

 

In-school full day classes - 9:00 am - 3:15 pm

Wheable location only - DOUBLE CREDIT

DCO3OV

Creating Opportunities Through Co-Op, Grade 11, Open
Prerequisite: None
 Term 4 - May 1 - June 26 (registration opens on March 22nd)

You may take up to two credits per term.  This can be two single credit courses or one double credit/full day course. 

 

Updates to this page may be delayed.  The available courses on the registration form are the most up to date and accurate course offerings available.  


Registration for term 4 will open on March 22nd.

 

Course

ONLINE - your preferred time of day

ASM2OV

Media Arts, Grade 10, Open                      
Prerequisite: None

BBB4MV

International Business Fundamentals, Grade 12, College/University          
Prerequisite: None

BTA3OV

Information & Communication Technology: The Digital Environment, Grade 11, Open
Prerequisite: None

CIE3MV

The Individual & the Economy, Grade 11, College/University
Prerequisite: Canadian History since World War I, Grade 10, Academic or Applied

ENG2DV

English, Grade 10, Academic (university preparation)
Prerequisite: Grade 9 English, Academic or Applied

ENG2PV

English, Grade 10, Applied (college preparation)
Prerequisite: Grade 9 English, Academic or Applied

ENG3CV

English, Grade 11, College
Prerequisite: Grade 10 English, Academic or Applied

ENG3EV

English, Grade 11, Workplace
Prerequisite: Grade 10 English, Academic or Applied or Locally Developed

ENG3UV

English, Grade 11, University
Prerequisite: Grade 10 English, Academic

ENG4CV

English, Grade 12, College
Prerequisite: Grade 11 English, College or University Prep

ENG4EV

English, Grade 12, Workplace
Prerequisite: Grade 11 English, Workplace, Applied or University Prep

ENG4UV

English, Grade 12, University
Prerequisite: Grade 11 English, University Preparation

GPP3OV

Leadership and Peer Support, Grade 11, Open
Prerequisite: None

HHS4CV

Families in Canada, Grade 12, College
Prerequisite: Any university, college, or mixed prep course in social sciences and humanities, English, or Canadian and world studies

HHS4UV

Families in Canada, Grade 12, University
Prerequisite: Any university or mixed prep course in social sciences and humanities, English, or Canadian and world studies

HIP4OV

Personal Life Management, Grade 12, Open
Prerequisite: None

HSP3CV

Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology & Sociology, Grade 11, College Preparation
Prerequisite: None

HSP3UV

Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology & Sociology, Grade 11, University Preparation
Prerequisite: The Grade 10 academic course in English, or the Grade 10 academic history course

MAP4CV

Foundations for College Math, Grade 12, College
Prerequisite: Grade 11 math, College or University preparation

MCV4UV

Math: Calculus & Vectors, Grade 12, University
Prerequisite: Advanced Functions, Grade 12, University Preparation (MHF4U)

MDM4UV

Mathematics of Data Management, Grade 12, University
Prerequisite: Functions, Grade 11, University Prep, or Functions and Applications, Grade 11, University/College Preparation (MCR3U or MCF3M)

OLC4OV

Ontario Literacy Course, Grade 12, Open
Prerequisite: Ontario Literacy requirement outstanding

SBI3CV

Biology, Grade 11, College
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Science, Academic or Applied

SBI3UV

Biology, Grade 11, University
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Science, Academic

SCH4UV

Chemistry, Grade 12, University
Prerequisite: Grade 11 Chemistry, University Prep; and Grade 11 Math, University  Prep

SNC2DV

Science, Grade 10, Academic (university preparation)
Prerequisite: Grade 9 Science, Academic or Applied

SNC2PV

Science, Grade 10, Applied (college preparation)
Prerequisite: Grade 9 Science, Academic or Applied

 

ONLINE full day courses – DOUBLE CREDIT

DCO3OV

Creating Opportunities Through Co-Op, Grade 11, Open         
Prerequisite: None

 

In-school morning classes - 9:00 - 11:45 am 
Wheable location only

MFM2P2

Math, Grade 10, Applied
Prerequisite: Grade 9 Mathematics, Applied or Academic

MPM2D2

Math, Grade 10, Academic
Prerequisite: Grade 9 Mathematics, Academic, or grade 9: MTH1W

PSK4U2

Introductory Kinesiology, Grade 12, University
Prerequisite: Any Grade 11 university or university/college preparation course in science, or any Grade 11/12 course in health

TCC3E2

Carpentry, Grade 11, Workplace
Prerequisite: None

TCC4E2 Carpentry, Grade 12, Workplace
Prerequisite: Carpentry, Grade 11, Workplace

 

In-school afternoon classes 12:30 - 3:15 pm 
Wheable location only

HFL4E2

Food and Healthy Living, Grade 12, Workplace
Prerequisite: None

MEL3E2

Math for Work and Everyday Life, Grade 11, Workplace
Prerequisite: Grade 10 math, Locally developed, Applied or Academic

MEL4E2

Math for Work and Everyday Life, Grade 12, Workplace
Prerequisite: Grade 11 math, Workplace, College, or University Preparation

SCH3U2

Chemistry, Grade 11, University
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Science, Academic; and Grade 10 Math, Academic or Applied

TTS3C2

Transportation Technology: Small Engine & Recreational Equipment, Grade 11, College
Prerequisite: None

TTS4C2

Transportation Technology: Small Engine & Recreational Equipment, Grade 12, College
Prerequisite: Transportation Technology: Small Engine & Recreational Equipment, Grade 11, College

 

In-school full day courses - 9:00 am - 3:15pm 
DOUBLE CREDIT, FEES MAY APPLY

TXJ3E2

Hairstyling & Aesthetics, Grade 11, Workplace
Prerequisite: None

TXJ4E2

Hairstyling & Aesthetics, Grade 12, Workplace
Prerequisite: Hairstyling & Aesthetics, Grade 11, Workplace

 

What You Need to Register

  • Who can register?
    • 18 years of age or older
    • not currently attending another high school
    • resident of Oxford, Elgin or Middlesex county in Ontario, Canada
  • What do you need?
    • a unique, personal email address that you check daily (NOT @gotvdsb.ca)
    • MANDATORY: proof of citizenship (birth certificate, passport, immigration papers, etc.)
    • photo identification
    • transcripts for ALL courses taken outside TVDSB schools
    • Ontario Education Number (OEN) for Ontario students of the last 15 years
    • a computer and reliable internet connection
    • course fees for residents on Work/Student Visa or for those without proof of citizenship status ($1,820 per credit)

If you have questions regarding registration, please email us at: AdultDaySchool@tvdsb.ca 

Frequently Asked Questions

 REGISTRATION questions
 
 How do I register for a course?

The link to our registration form will be posted on this webpage during the registration period.  Before you register, please review the "What do I need to register" section above.

  • Recent TVDSB students:  you will need your OEN; and a picture/pdf of transcripts for any non-TVDSB courses you may have taken; proof of citizenship
  • Legacy TVDSB students (pre-2005):  you will need a picture or pdf of transcripts for any non-TVDSB courses you may have taken; and a picture/pdf of a piece of paper with your name, birthdate and the statement "I attended TVDSB schools more than 15 years ago"; and proof of citizenship
  • New to TVDSB students: you will need a picture/pdf of your transcripts; and your OEN if you have previously taken courses in Ontario; proof of citizenship
  • All students will need an email address that you check daily.  All communications will be done through email.  This CANNOT be a 'gotvdsb.ca' email address
  • All students will need proof of identification and proof of citizenship in a picture or pdf format (Status card, birth certificate, passport, immigration/citizenship documents, refugee documents, etc.)
 What is an OEN & how do I get one?
OEN = Ontario Education Number.  This number follows you throughout your Ontario education and is NOT your student number.  It is on all report cards and official school documents.  Please email AdultDaySchool@tvdsb.ca with your full legal name, date of birth, and last course you took to obtain your OEN if you don’t know it.
 Can I register if I don't have an OEN?
Yes!  Register as a non-TVDSB student and we will request an OEN for you from the Ministry of Education (you will be required to upload educational documents which show your course history if you register in this manner).
What do I do if the registration form won't accept my OEN?
Double check that you are using your OEN rather than your student number.  OEN’s are 9 digits long (no hyphens or spaces).  If yours is 8 digits, add a 0 to the beginning.   If this still doesn’t work, Please email: AdultStudentServices@tvdsb.ca with your full legal name, date of birth, and request confirmation of your OEN and date of birth on our student information system.
How much do courses cost?

For Canadian citizens, landed immigrants, permanent residents and refugee claimants there is no cost for most courses.  For international citizens living in Ontario on Work or Student Visas, there is a fee for each course (please email AdultStudentServices@tvdsb.ca for information on international student fees).
The Personal Support Worker program and some hairstyling courses have fees - this will be noted on each applicable course.

There are no other deposits or fees required.

 What is a prerequisite?

It is a course which the Ministry of Education has designated as a requirement to be completed prior to undertaking a higher level course.

i.e. you must successfully complete grade 10 applied English before you can take grade 11 college English.
 Can I take more than one course?
You may take 2 credits per term (2 single credit courses or 1 double credit course).  Each credit is approximately 3 hours of school work per day.
 Can I register if I live outside of Oxford, Elgin or Middlesex Counties?
 Not at this time.
 How can I get a copy of my transcript?

You do not need a transcript to register if you are a former TVDSB student. 

If you have taken courses outside of TVDSB, you must contact that school board for a copy of your transcript or course summary.  We are not permitted to contact other school boards on your behalf.

If you do need a copy of your transcript and have been a student within the last 12 months, please email AdultDaySchool@tvdsb.ca with your full legal name, date of birth, and last course you took.   If you were a student more than 12 months ago, please see:  www.tvdsb.ca/transcripts 
What courses are available?  What about in my location?
Please see the Course Offering section above.  Format, location, and time are noted.
 I was in ESL.  Can I take courses through Adult Day School?
You must obtain your Canadian Language Benchmark Level 7 (in all areas) to take adult high school credit courses.  To confirm your level, if you have taken ESL through TVDSB, please email: esl@tvdsb.ca 
 I can't do in-school courses.  Can I do it online or only do the only part of an in-school course?
No.  Hybrid courses are 4 days in-school plus 1 day online. Different course material is covered each day.  We cannot change the format (online versus in-school); location; or time of day (morning versus afternoon) of the courses.  
 How do I know if my registration is approved?
As soon as your course is approved, you will receive an email to the address you provided on your registration form.  It will provide you with confirmation of the courses you are approved to take.  You must reply to that email or your registration will not go forward.
 I didn't get an email after I registered, what do I do?
Please check your spam folder.  If there is nothing there, please email: AdultDaySchool@tvdsb.ca with your full legal name, date of birth, your correct email address, and the reason for your email.  
 What if my course doesn't run?
 We will automatically schedule you into one of your alternates if we can.  If we can’t, we will email you.
 How many hours of work do I have to do?
A minimum of 2.75 hours per day (Monday – Friday) for single credit course.  A minimum of 5.5 hours per day for a double credit course.  This does not include homework in senior courses.  Each Term is 8 weeks.
GUIDANCE / COUNSELLOR questions
 
 How many credits do I have/do I need?
Please email AdultStudentServices@tvdsb.ca to obtain a copy of your graduation progress summary which includes all courses you've taken as well as your OEN and Student Number.  Please include your full legal name, date of birth, the last school you attended, the last year you attended, and the nature of your request.
I don't know what I should take, can someone help me? 
First you must register for a course which fits your interests and your pathway.  Email:  AdultStudentServices@tvdsb.ca to book a guidance appointment.  Please include your full legal name, date of birth, and the purpose for your meeting.
I can't get an appointment with a guidance counsellor before registration is over.  How do I figure out what to take?
First you must register for a course which fits your interests and your pathway.  Email:  AdultStudentServices@tvdsb.ca to book a telephone appointment.  Please include your full legal name, date of birth, and the purpose for your meeting. 
 What academic path can I/should I choose?

It depends upon your goals and intended pathway after you graduate:

  • OSSD diploma: all courses count towards your diploma.
  • College: O, C, M, or U courses only
  • University:  only M or U courses only

The 5th character of a course code provides the academic pathway of the course:

A – applied

D – academic

L - workplace

E – everyday

O - open

C – college

M – mixed (college/University) U – university

We recommend that you email  AdultStudentServices@tvdsb.ca to book a guidance appointment.  Please include your full legal name, date of birth, and the purpose for your meeting. 

 I need to speak to a guidance counsellor
Email  AdultStudentServices@tvdsb.ca to book a guidance appointment.  Please include your full legal name, date of birth, if you prefer a telephone or in-person meeting, and the purpose for your meeting. 
 Can I get maturity credits?

Once you are an active, registered student, you are eligible for guidance counsellor services. With a guidance counsellor, you can create a plan to complete your OSSD and/or prepare for a potential post-secondary school path. You may qualify for the Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) program which grants equivalency credits for educational, life, work, and volunteer experience. The PLAR program may reduce the number of elective credits required to graduate. If you are eligible (based on your registration information) we will contact you in the first week of term to begin this process.

 How many hours of community service do I need?

Thames Valley District School Board Adult & Continuing Education students are no longer required to complete community service hours.

 How do I graduate?

If you are unsure whether or not you have completed all diploma requirements, please email AdultStudentServices@tvdsb.ca with your full legal name, date of birth, and last course you took (and the year you took it.  Please include the reason for your email.

 

If you are a present or past Adult & Continuing Education student and believe you have finished all requirements please complete our online Diploma Request form:  https://bit.ly/RequestForDiploma

I've applied to college/university and need my transcripts sent to them

Current Adult & Continuing Education students may complete the form on the appropriate link below:

University 101 (attended an adolescent high school in June of the previous school year):
https://bit.ly/101University 

University 105 (have been out of adolescent high school for 7 months or more)*:
https://bit.ly/University105 

College Applications:

https://bit.ly/OCASinformation 

 

*If you are completing a University 105 application, please email a picture/scan of your photo id to:  AdultStudentServices@tvdsb.ca and include "University 105" in the subject line.

FIRST WEEK questions
 
When does class start?

2022-23 Term 3 begins on February 13th

In-school morning classes: 9:00 - 11:45

In-school afternoon classes: 12:30 - 3:15

Online classes: the time of day is up to you

 I can't log into Brightspace. What do I do?
Website:  www.tvdsb.ca/brightspace (ensure you include the www.)

Login ID: *** new login id information to follow ***

If you still cannot login, please reply to the Technical Assistance email you received on November 27th or please email AdultDaySchool@tvdsb.ca and include the following information:

Your legal name

Your student number

Your user id

The exact nature of your login/course issue  (id, password, etc.)

What do I do if my course isn't showing up in Brightspace/the wrong course is in Brightspace

If there is a discrepancy in your Brightspace, please reply to the Technical Assistance email you received with the following information

The specific type of error you are experiencing, for example: the course you are expecting to see but isn't there/ a course you weren't expecting to see that is there.

Ensure you are selecting the correct school year on the right side of your Brightspace page where courses are displayed

 How do I contact my teacher?

Within Brightspace:

click on your course

click on the class list icon at the top of the page

click on the Educator's tab within the Classlist

click on the contact listed there.  Their first initial may be the only character shown - it will be blue and is a clickable link used to message them.

 

Please use this contact feature to communicate with your teacher and/or to be removed from your course.

 

How to contact your teacher through Brightspace

MISCELLANOUS questions
 
 What courses are offered in Night School?
We no longer offer a Night School program.  Please see our online course offerings above for the many online courses available.
 What courses are offered in Self Study?
We no longer offer a Self Study program.  Please see our online course offerings above for the many online courses available.
 What name do you have for me in the student information system?
Email AdultStudentServices@tvdsb.ca with your full legal name, date of birth, and last course you took.  If you have changed your legal name, we require a picture or scan of your legal name change documents.
 Where do we park at Wheable?
Student parking is available in front of the school building and as permitted on the side streets.  See the main office for a permit to park in front of the school.
 Can I get a locker?
PSW and hairstyling students have assigned lockers.  They are not available for day school students at this time.
 Where can I vape/smoke?
 You must go off school property to smoke or vape.

What to Expect: Course Commitments

  • Each course is only 8 weeks long and will require an average of 3 hours of work daily.  If you are taking two courses, budget your time to include a minimum of 6 hours per day (30 hours per week).
  • You will have some flexibility as to when you complete your online course during the day/week. Do not schedule your time to complete all work in 1-2 days per week.
  • You must login daily to your online course(s) Monday to Friday, to check for assignments, tests, and messages from your teacher.
  • You must attend your hybrid courses daily  - in person on Mondays, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and login online on Friday.
  • Always reply to messages, emails, and phone calls from your teacher or the school.
  • Be sure to stay on top of your course work and avoid falling behind. Our courses are completed in less than half the time of a traditional high school course. 
  • You will be removed from your course if absences and missing assignments affect your ability to complete the course on time.
  • Each course is taught by a Thames Valley Secondary School teacher. They provide academic support. You may use Brightspace to message them and schedule online meetings. Teachers will respond and can meet, during regular school hours, Monday to Friday (via telephone, Google Meet meetings, or in person).
  • Login support is provided by AdultDaySchool@tvdsb.ca; our IT Team; and non-academic Brightspace processes are supported by Brightspace.

Please email your registration questions to: AdultDaySchool@tvdsb.ca

Course Descriptions & Pre-requisites

The following link to the Ontario Ministry of Education's Ontario Curriculum, Grade 9 - 12 Descriptions and Prerequisites document will provide you with information on each course we offer.  

Once the document is open, press Ctrl F for a search window.  Enter the first five characters of the course code you are interested in and click the down arrow until the window displays the full description and prerequisite.

A prerequisite is a course which the Ministry of Education has designated as a requirement to be completed prior to undertaking a course.

Course Descriptions & Prerequisites

 Understanding Course Codes

Reading the first five characters of a course code

The First 3 Characters:  The Course Subject

The subject of the course is identified by the first three characters of the course code. The first character identifies the department area.

For example, in ENG2D, the first letter “E” signifies English. The three letters representing the subject change depending on the course’s content. For example, EBT can be used as a code for an English course that focuses on business and technical communication.

Departments are identified by the first letter of the code:

  •       A = Arts
  •       B = Business
  •       C = Canadian and World Studies
  •       E = English
  •       F = French
  •       G = Guidance and Career Education
  •       H = Humanities and Social Sciences
  •       L = International Languages
  •       M = Mathematics
  •       P = Physical Education
  •       S = Sciences
  •       T = Technology.


The Fourth Character:  Grade Level

The fourth character of the course code identifies the grade level of the course. 1 = grade 9; 2 = grade 10; 3 = grade 11; and 4 = grade 12

For example, ENG2D, the fourth character “2” means this is a grade 10 course


The Fifth Character: 

Course Types: Grades 9 & 10 (Intermediate)

The four codes for grades 9 and 10 signify different types of coursework:

  • D = Academic courses in grades 9 and 10 which cover standard core content for the subject and emphasize theory and conceptual learning. The sample course, ENG2DR, falls under this category. These courses are prerequisites for all streams of senior courses.
  • P = Applied courses focus on the basic concepts, offering content that covers the essentials and concrete applications. Theory is incorporated as needed. These courses are prerequisites for college preparation courses.
  • L = Locally developed courses are designed for students who need some flexibility and support to complete the requirements for subject areas. Locally developed courses help students prepare for further study as well.  These courses are prerequisites for workplace preparation senior courses.
  • O = Open courses in grades 9 to 12 offer equal learning expectations for all students, preparing students for further study or enrichment in the subject matter.

Course Types: Grades 11 & 12 (Senior)

The five codes for grade 11 and 12 signify different types of coursework:

  • C (College) = College preparation courses are designed to prepare students for meeting traditional college entrance requirements. Courses focus on theory, critical thinking, research, and problem-solving skills.
  • E (Everyday) = Workplace preparation courses are geared toward moving students into the workplace or apprenticeship.
  • M (Mixed)= University/College preparation courses offer content relevant to both university and college entrance requirements. Courses cover theory as well as direct application of the content in real-world situations.
  • O (Open) = Open courses in grades 9 to 12 offer equal learning expectations for all students, preparing students for further study or enrichment in the subject matter. Open courses may be required or elective courses.
  • U (University) = University preparation courses prepare students for meeting traditional university entrance requirements. Courses emphasize theory, independent research, and independent learning skills.


The Sixth Character: Course Format

The sixth character denotes the format of the course.  V is for online courses and 2 is for in-school courses offered at Wheable Education Centre in London.

Important Dates

During registration, courses close as they reach capacity which means some courses are closed within days of registration opening.  We do not offer waiting list services.

TIP:  register early!


Term 1 September 22 - November 17, 2022:

  • Registration Begins: August 30, 2022 
  • Registration Ends: September 12, 2022
  • Classes Start: Thursday, September 22, 2022

  • Midterm Marks: Thursday, October 20, 2022 
  • Full Disclosure: Thursday, October 27, 2022
  • Classes End: Thursday, November 17, 2022
  • No Classes on:  Monday, October 10, 2022 (Thanksgiving)

Term 2 November 28, 2022 - February 3, 2023:
  • Registration Begins: October 31, 2022
  • Registration Ends: November 9, 2022
  • Classes Start: Monday, November 28, 2022
  • Midterm Marks: Friday, December 23, 2022 
  • Full Disclosure: Monday, January 13, 2023
  • Classes End: Friday, February 3, 2023
  • No Classes on:  Monday, December 26, 2022 to Friday, January 6, 2023 (Winter Break)

Term 3 February 13 - April 19, 2023:
  • Registration Begins: January 11, 2023
  • Registration Ends: January 25, 2023
  • Classes Start: Monday, February 13, 2023

  • Midterm Marks: Monday, March 20, 2023
  • Full Disclosure: Monday, March 27, 2023
  • Classes End: Wednesday, April 19, 2023
  • No Classes on:
    • Monday, February 20, 2023 (Family Day)
    • Monday, March 13, 2023 to Friday, March 17, 2023 (Spring Break)
    • Friday, April 7, 2023 (Good Friday)
    • Monday, April 10, 2023 (Easter Monday)

Term 4 May 1 - June 26:
  • Registration Begins: March 22, 2023
  • Registration Ends: April 12, 2023
  • Classes Start: Monday, May 1, 2023
  • Midterm Marks: Monday, May 29, 2023
  • Full Disclosure: Monday, June 5, 2023
  • Classes End: Monday, June 26, 2026
  • No Classes on: Monday, May 22, 2023 (Victoria Day)
Models of Learning

This year we have two different models of learning:

  1. Online Learning
    • The entire course will take place online using the Ministry of Education’s Virtual Learning Environment called Brightspace.
    • The course will be asynchronous, meaning there are no set times during the day that you need to be online. However, you must login to your course daily, Monday to Friday, and complete the work that is assigned for that day by the teacher.
    • You must have access to a reliable computer with an internet connection in order to take an online course.
    • This model of learning will provide you with the most flexibility as to what time you complete your school work with no requirement to be in a school building.
  2. Hybrid Learning (in-school)
    • Monday through Thursday you must be at the Wheable Education Centre in London to attend your class. You must provide your own transportation to Wheable. The class will either run in the morning from 9:00am to 11:45am or in the afternoon from 12:30pm to 3:15pm (depending upon your course). Be sure to check the time of the course before registering for the course. You are not able to attend the class online on these days.
    • On Fridays, the class will be online asynchronous, meaning you do not need to be in the Wheable centre (you can work from home) and there are no set times during the day you need to be online. However, you must login to your course, on Friday, and complete the work that is assigned for that day by the teacher.
    • Little, if any, of the course material for in-school days will be provided online. A hybrid course cannot be completed by doing only that work which is provided on online days.
    • The Ministry of Education’s Virtual Learning Environment called Brightspace will be used for the online components of your course.
    • This model of learning will provide you with the most direct access to a teacher as you will see them face-to-face when in the school, but provide you with some flexibility on Friday as you can determine when you will do the school work on those two days.
 Chromebooks

Chromebooks are not available for home use in the 2022-23 school year.

For hybrid courses only, teachers may provide Chromebooks for class time use on in-school days. These Chromebooks may not be taken  home.

Students who need to access a computer may visit the following TVDSB locations to use school computers during normal school hours.  These locations include:

  • Blossom Park Adult Learning Centre, Woodstock, and
  • G.A. Wheable Adult Education Centre, London

All students are encouraged to access other technology options in their community, such as the local public library, should a computing device be necessary.

If you are a client of Ontario Works, please contact them to inquire about what supports may be available to you.

TVDSB Adult & Continuing Education Centre Locations
Brescia SWAU (School Within A University)

The School Within a University (SWAU) program at Brescia is delivered in partnership with the Thames Valley District School Board (TVDSB) at Brescia University College in London, Ontario. Brescia SWAU is open to current female-identified TVDSB students, 18 years of age or older, who have the goal of creating a pathway to post-secondary education and who may envision themselves studying at a university.

 

View the School Within a University program brochure.

Fanshawe SWAC (School Within A College)

The Adult School Within a College (SWAC) program offers non-graduate adult learners the opportunity to take OSSD credit courses taught by a secondary school teacher and a first-year college course taught by college professors/instructors to help them towards their goal of achieving their Ontario Secondary School Diploma. The college course is run through the Dual Credit program so the adult learner will not only achieve a first-year college credit if successful that can be applied towards a college diploma program but also a secondary school elective credit. This program is designed specifically for students looking to achieve the credits needed to apply to post-secondary through participating in a college course and achieving their OSSD courses in a college learning environment. 

 

View the School Within a College program brochure.

About Us

About Us

With Adult & Continuing Education (aka Adult Day School) you can complete up to two high school credits in eight weeks. We have four terms in which you may take a maximum of two courses (credits) per term. Each course requires approximately three hours of work per day.  

Courses are available for students who wish to complete their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD); upgrade existing courses for a post-secondary program; take new courses that are required for a post-secondary program; and for learners wishing to acquire new knowledge or skills.

Adult & Continuing Education courses are open to residents of Oxford, Elgin, and Middlesex counties who 18 years of age or older as of the first day of class.

When English is not your first language, we require Ontario course ESLDO or Canadian Language Benchmark level 7 in reading, writing, and speaking in order to proceed with Adult & Continuing Education courses. If you require English as a Second Language (ESL) upgrading, please contact: esl@tvdsb.ca.

There are no fees for TVDSB area residents with the exception of some multi-course certificate programs and students on a Student or Work Visa.

While we do not offer IEP's or EA's, our teachers work with students to provide accommodations that will work within fixed term constraints (i.e. extra time for tests, etc.). We have a learning support teacher who can provide assistance for students who qualify for the credit recovery program.

Courses are offered in one of two learning formats: online; and in-school (also known as hybrid). Each term there are approximately 35 courses with three quarters online and one quarter in-school. Available courses change each term. All courses and programs are taught by a Thames Valley District School Board (TVDSB) teacher who is available for academic assistance.

In-school courses consist of four days in-class (either morning or afternoon, depending upon the course) plus one day online. In-school days are Monday through Thursday and the online day is Friday. Morning classes are from 9:00 am - 11:45 am and afternoon classes are from 12:30 pm - 3:15 pm. In-school courses are offered at the Wheable, London location only. The course materials for in-school and online courses are different - you must participate in all five days of your course. You cannot elect to do only the in-school or only the online portion of the course.

For students who do not have a computer or reliable internet connection, the Blossom Park and Wheable Learning Commons are open on all school days and available to for course work. To learn more about computer options, please see the 'Chromebooks' link below.

Online courses can be completed at your preferred time of day but you must do course work each workday (approximately 3 hours per day per course). All course material, tests, and assignments are provided through the online learning platform, Brightspace. Teachers are available through Brightspace messaging, Google Meet, or by telephone or in-person appointment. You do not have to come into the Wheable Centre unless you book an in-person meeting with your teacher.

For students who do not have a computer or reliable internet connection, the Blossom Park and Wheable Learning Commons are open on all school days and available to for course work. To learn more about computer options, please see the 'Chromebooks' link on our webpage.

If you are a current or former TVDSB student and would like a listing of your completed courses & graduation requirements, lease provide the following information:

  • your full legal name
  • your date of birth
  • the last school you attended
  • the last year you attended
  • one of the last courses you took

For students who are unsure what course to take, and have several credits remaining, we recommend taking a course you are interested in (that you have not taken before) and then make an appointment with a guidance counsellor once term begins.

If you do not have many credits left and need assistance, please sent an email to AdultStudentServices@tvdsb.ca with the following information:

  • your full legal name
  • your date of birth
  • your phone number
  • the last school you attended (and year)
  • a copy of your transcript(s) for any courses you've taken outside of TVDSB
  • the purpose/goal of your guidance appointment
  • your preferred method (phone, google meet, in-person)
  • days & times you are not available

Once you are an active, registered student, you are eligible for guidance counsellor services. With a guidance counsellor, you can create a plan to complete your OSSD and/or prepare for a potential post-secondary school path. You may qualify for the Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) program which grants equivalency credits for educational, life, work, and volunteer experience. The PLAR program may reduce the number of elective credits required to graduate. If you are eligible (based on your registration information) we will contact you in the second week of term to begin this process.

The link to the registration form will be posted at the top of this webpage while registration for this term is open.  For the dates of of each registration period, please see the "Important Dates" section above.

Please consider subscribing to the webpage. You will receive email notification when registration opens for each term (only 4 emails per year).

Contacts & Links

Adult, Alternative & Continuing Education Email Contacts:

Adult & Continuing Education 

adultdayschool@tvdsb.ca

Adult Student Services

adultstudentservices@tvdsb.ca

Hairstyling Program

apprenticeship@tvdsb.ca

PSW Program

psw@tvdsb.ca

ESL

esl@tvdsb.ca

Summer School

summerschool@tvdsb.ca

Gateway

gatewayprogram@tvdsb.ca 

TVASS

tvdsb_altss@tvdsb.ca

 

Thames Valley District School Board & Ministry of Education Links:

TVDSB Summer School (for currently registered TVDSB students only)
https://www.tvdsb.ca/en/programs/new-credit-e-learning.aspx 

Adult & Continuing Education Awards & Bursaries, Graduating, Community Service Hours, PLAR information
https://www.tvdsb.ca/en/parents/guidance-services.aspx 

TVDSB transcript requests (for non-active students)
www.tvdsb.ca/transcripts

Ontario Ministry of Education Adult & Continuing Education
https://www.ontario.ca/page/adult-learning-ontario-high-school-diploma#section-1

OCAS (Ontario College Application Service)
www.ocas.ca

OUAC (Ontario Universities Application Centre)
www.ouac.ca

Ontario Secondary School Curriculum (descriptions and prerequisites)
http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/document/curricul/secondary/descript/descri9e.pdf

Independent Learning Channel (online courses through a joint Ministry of Education & TV Ontario program)
www.ilc.org

Western University
www.uwo.ca 

Fanshawe College
www.fanshawe.ca 

Community Organizations*

Cross Cultural Learner Centre (for newcomers to Canada, translation of original school transcripts)
www.lcclc.org 

Transcript conversion to Ontario equivalent courses (useful for students who wish to proceed to university)*
WES:   www.wes.org/ca

ICAS:  www.icascanada.ca

 

*We are not affiliated with community or third party organizations and provide these links because of recommendations from past students - not from our own experience.  Use at your own discretion. 

Textbooks

Adult Day School last distributed physical textbooks and collected a $100 deposit in January 2020. We will continue to accept the return of these textbooks, and refund the $100 deposit until June 30, 2022.

As of July 1, 2022 we will no longer provide refunds to textbooks which are returned to the Adult Day School.

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 Continue Your Education With TVDSB

 Contact us

Email: AdultDaySchool@tvdsb.ca 

The Thames Valley District School Board offers a wide selection of courses and formats for adults
who wish to upgrade their literacy and numeracy skills or want to complete their
secondary school diploma. No matter what your skill level or educational goals,
TVDSB has something for you.

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