Continuing Education is pleased to offer a variety of summer programs to help keep your whole family learning this summer!
As summer inches closer, consider registering for one of HWDSB’s fun summer programs! With a wide variety of summer programs, students can continue their learning journeys! From activity-based literacy and math programs, learning another language, taking summer credit courses, preparing for secondary school, there is something for everyone!
Check out these exciting options! Click program names for additional information.
Elementary Students
| Program | Eligibility | Program Description | Deadline to register |
| SUMMER NON-CREDIT PROGRAMS | |||
| International Languages Elementary Program | Students currently in Grades Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8 | In-Person
International Languages Elementary classes provide academic instruction in languages other than English and French. Available languages for Summer 2025: Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Punjabi and Vietnamese. July 2 to 25, 2025. Monday to Friday, program times vary by location. |
June 9, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. |
| Summer Skill Builder | Students currently in Grades 6 to 10 | In-Person
Enrich and develop literacy and numeracy skills through participation in these fun, free summer activities combined with art, coding or sports-based programming. Programs are offered in one-week blocks starting July 7 through August 1, 2025 – morning and afternoon programs available. |
June 9, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. |
| Summer ESL Literacy Program | Students currently in Grades 6 to 12 (ESL Level 3/CO or lower) | In-Person
ESL students in grades 6 to 12 are encouraged to join our ESL Literacy Summer program to strengthen their literacy skills this summer. (Level 3/CO or lower). July 7-25, 2025 |
June 9, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Please contact your student’s Principal or ESL teacher to register |
Grade 8 Students
| Program | Eligibility | Program Description | Deadline to register |
| SUMMER CREDIT PROGRAMS | |||
| Reach Ahead – Civics & Careers | Students currently in Grade 8 | Online
Continuing Education is offering the Civics and Careers courses to Grade 8 students who are progressing to Grade 9 in the fall. These half-credit courses can be taken individually (9 days) or in combination (18 days). Courses are offered in English or French. Civics – July 2-14, 2025 |
June 9, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. |
| Reach Ahead – Technological Education | Students currently in Grade 8 | In-Person
Grade 8 students have the opportunity to earn a Technological Education credit before entering Grade 9. Three tech courses will be offered this summer. Construction, Cosmetology and Hospitality & Tourism courses will be offered at various locations across HWDSB. July 2-25, 2025 |
June 9, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. |
| Summer Learning Strategies Courses | Students currently in grades 8 to 12 (with Individual Education Plans) | Online or In-Person
Summer Learning Strategies program helps students become stronger, more independent learners. Students will learn how to develop and apply literacy and numeracy skills, personal management skills, and interpersonal and teamwork skills to narrow learning gaps and improve their learning and achievement in school, the workplace, and the community. July 2-25, 2025 |
June 9, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Please contact your student’s Principal or Guidance Counsellor to register |
| SUMMER NON-CREDIT PROGRAMS | |||
| International Languages Elementary Program | Students currently in Grades Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8 | In-Person
International Languages Elementary classes provide academic instruction in languages other than English and French. Available languages for Summer 2025: Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Punjabi and Vietnamese. July 2 to 25, 2025. Monday to Friday, program times vary by location. |
June 9, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. |
| Summer Skill Builder | Students currently in Grades 6 to 10 | In-Person
Enrich and develop literacy and numeracy skills through participation in these fun, free summer activities combined with art, coding or sports-based programming. Programs are offered in one-week blocks starting July 7 through August 1 – morning and afternoon programs available. |
June 9, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. |
| Summer ESL Literacy Program | Students currently in Grades 6 to 12 (ESL Level 3/CO or lower) | In-Person
ESL students in grades 6 to 12 are encouraged to join our ESL Literacy Summer program to strengthen their literacy skills this summer. (Level 3/CO or lower). July 7-25, 2025 |
June 9, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Please contact your student’s Principal or ESL teacher to register |
| High School Headstart | Grade 8 Students | In-Person
This one-week intensive program is designed for students who would benefit from extra support in literacy (English) or numeracy (math), helping them build essential skills and confidence before starting high school. With focused instruction, hands-on learning, and proven strategies, students will be better prepared to meet the challenges of Grade 9. Programs will be offered in each HWDSB High School. August 18-22, 2025, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. |
August 1, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. |
| Ready, Set, HIGH SCHOOL! | Grade 8 Students | In-Person
Ready, Set, HIGH SCHOOL! (formerly Grade 9 Orientation) will run in all secondary schools. All incoming Grade 9 students are encouraged to join and are automatically registered. No further action required. Simply watch your parent contact email for details in mid-August. August 25 and/or August 26, 2025 |
Not applicable |
Secondary Students
| Program | Eligibility | Program Description | Deadline to register |
| SUMMER CREDIT PROGRAMS | |||
| Summer School Online (Credit Program) | Students in Grades 9-12 and Adults | Online
A wide variety of full credit courses will be available through Summer School Online. Includes 1-hour of live, online teacher support daily. July 2-25, 2025 |
June 27, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. |
| Summer Credit Recovery Program | Current HWDSB Students in Grades 9-12 with a final grade of less than 50% in an available credit recovery course |
Online
HWDSB Continuing Education is offering a Credit Recovery opportunity for HWDSB students recommended by their home school. Credit Recovery is available to students who had a final grade of less than 50% during the 2024-2025 or the 2023-2024 school years in a Grade 9 or 10 compulsory course. Students can recover one or two credits. Session 1 runs July 2-14, 2025 |
Session 1: June 27, 2025, 11:00 a.m. Session 2: July 10, 2025, 11:00 a.m. Ask at you Guidance Office for the Credit Recovery Coordinator – starting June 2. |
| Summer School Upgrade Program | For students who have already earned the credit, and wish to improve their grade | Online
Grade 12 courses offered: July 15-25, 2025 |
July 10, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. |
| Summer Co-op | Grade 9-12 students | In-person
This is a 2-credit program with mandatory in-person class on Thursday in May and June from 6-9 p.m. at Hill Park Learning Centre. (May 8, 15, 22, 29, June 5 & 12, 2025) Co-op Placements are in-person daily from July 2-Aug 1, 2025 |
April 25, 2025 First-come, first-served Central Placement deadlines vary. Please see the website |
| Focus on Youth | Students aged 16-21 as of July 2, 2025 | In-person
Focus on Youth is a summer work program for HWDSB students. Following a successful interview, students who are offered positions within the program are placed with a community-partnered organization for summer employment. NEW FOR 2025! Focus on Youth participants will receive 2 Co-op credits. July 7-August 22, 2025 |
May 30, 2025 |
| Summer Learning Strategies Courses | Students in Grades 8-12 (with Individual Education Plans) |
Online & in-person
Summer Learning Strategies program helps students become stronger, more independent learners. Students will learn how to develop and apply literacy and numeracy skills, personal management skills, and interpersonal and teamwork skills to narrow learning gaps and improve their learning and achievement in school, the workplace, and the community. July 2-25, 2025 |
June 9, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Please contact your student’s Principal or Guidance Counsellor to register |
| SUMMER NON-CREDIT PROGRAMS | |||
| Summer ESL Literacy Program | Students in Grades 6-12 (ESL Level 3/CO or lower) |
In-person
ESL students in grades 6 to 12 are encouraged to join our ESL Literacy Summer program to strengthen their literacy skills this summer. (Level 3/CO or lower). July 7-25, 2025 |
June 9, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Please contact your student’s Principal or ESL teacher to register |
Not a current HWDSB student? Please complete the HWDSB Student Registration for the 2024-2025 School Year so we can help you get started!
Updated on Thursday, April 10, 2025.