These learning programs focus on foundational literacy and numeracy skills in combination with engaging activities to keep your student interested in learning this summer.
Registration for these program opens on April 1st and closes on June 9, 2023.
If you’re looking for credit opportunities for your Grade 8 (in 2022-2023) student please see our Reach Ahead program page.
Program Dates and Times
Dates: Five weeks of programs, starting July 10, 2023
Week 1 – July 10-14
Week 2 – July 17-21
Week 3 – July 24-28
Week 4 – July 31 – August 4
Week 5 – August 8-11
On-Line programs: Synchronous Learning from 9:30 a.m. to Noon daily, in addition to 30 minutes of self-directed activities – mornings only
In-Person programs: Morning programs 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. daily, Afternoon programs 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily
Summer Skill Builder Programs Offered
Week 1 – July 10-14 |
Week 2 – July 17-21 |
Week 3 – July 24-28 |
Week 4 – July 31 – August 4 |
Week 5 – August 8-11 |
| Morning Programs | Morning Programs | Morning Programs | Morning Programs | Morning Programs |
| Art & Literacy at Bernie Custis SS | Art & Literacy at Waterdown DHS | Art & Literacy at Nora Henderson SS | Art & Literacy at Waterdown DHS | Coding & Literacy at Nora Henderson SS |
| Coding & Numeracy at Nora Henderson SS | Fractions Program, Grade 6 & 7 at Nora Henderson SS | Fractions Program, Grade 6 & 7 at Saltfleet DHS | Fractions Program, Grade 6 & 7 at Bernie Custis SS | Skill Builder Literacy, Grade 6 & 7 at Saltfleet DHS |
| Skill Builder Literacy, Grade 6 & 7 at Saltfleet DHS | Skill Builder Literacy, Grade 6 & 7 at Nora Henderson SS | Skill Builder Literacy, Grade 6 & 7 at Waterdown DHS | Skill Builder Math, Grade 6 & 7 at Nora Henderson SS | Skill Builder Math, Grade 6 & 7 at Bernie Custis SS |
| Basketball & Numeracy at Waterdown DHS | Soccer & Numeracy at Nora Henderson SS | Soccer & Literacy at Nora Henderson SS | Basketball & Literacy at Nora Henderson SS | Basketball & Numeracy at Waterdown DHS |
| Soccer & Literacy at Cathy Wever | Volleyball & Numeracy at Bernie Custis SS | Volleyball & Literacy at Bernie Custis SS | Soccer & Literacy at Saltfleet DHS | Soccer & Literacy at Cathy Wever |
| Soccer & Literacy at Nora Henderson SS | Skill Builder Literacy Grade 6 & 7 at Collegiate | On-Line Coding and Numeracy | Volleyball & Literacy at Cathy Wever | Soccer & Numeracy at Nora Henderson SS |
| Skill Builder Math, Grade 6 & 7 at Collegiate | On-Line Coding and Literacy | On-Line Skill Builder Literacy, Grade 6 & 7 | On-Line Preparation for Grade 9 de-streamed English | On-Line Preparation for Grade 9 de-streamed English |
| On-Line Art & Literacy | On-Line Fractions Program | On-Line Preparation for Grade 9 de-streamed Math | On-Line Preparation for Grade 9 de-streamed Math | |
| On-Line Skill Builder Math, Grades 6 & 7 | On-Line Coding and Numeracy | |||
| Afternoon Programs | Afternoon Programs | Afternoon Programs | Afternoon Programs | Afternoon Programs |
| Art & Literacy at Nora Henderson SS | Art & Literacy at Saltfleet DHS | Coding & Numeracy at Nora Henderson SS | Art & Literacy at Saltfleet DHS | Art & Literacy at Nora Henderson SS |
| Fractions Program, Grade 6 & 7 at Saltfleet DHS | Coding & Numeracy at Waterdown DHS | Skill Builder Literacy, Grade 6 & 7 at Saltfleet DHS | Basketball & Numeracy at Waterdown DHS | Fractions Program, Grade 6 & 7 at Saltfleet DHS |
| Skill Builder Literacy, Grade 6 & 7 at Waterdown DHS | Skill Builder Literacy, Grade 6 & 7 at Bernie Custis SS | Skill Builder Math, Grade 6 & 7 at Bernie Custis SS | Skill Builder Literacy, Grade 6 & 7 at Bernie Custis SS | Skill Builder Literacy, Grade 6 & 7 at Waterdown DHS |
| Skill Builder Math, Grade 6 & 7 at Bernie Custis SS | Skill Builder Math, Grade 6 & 7 at Nora Henderson SS | Basketball & Numeracy at Waterdown DHS | Volleyball & Numeracy at Nora Henderson SS | Volleyball & Numeracy at Bernie Custis SS |
| Soccer & Literacy at Nora Henderson SS | Basketball & Numeracy at Nora Henderson SS | Soccer & Literacy at Collegiate Avenue | ||
| Soccer and Numeracy at Collegiate | Soccer and Numeracy at Collegiate |
How to Register - HWDSB Students including Adults currently active in Continuing Education Credit Programs
Please complete the Summer Skill Builder Registration Form
Once your registration has been submitted, you’ll receive a copy of your responses.
Deadline for registration is June 9, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.
How to Register - NON-HWDSB Students
Grade 6-10 Students from outside HWDSB will need to:
Step 1: REGISTER AS AN HWDSB STUDENT – do this now!
Step 2: Complete the Summer Skill Builder Registration Form
Once your registration has been submitted, you’ll receive a copy of your responses.
Deadline for registration is June 9, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.
Important Dates and Information
Registration Deadline: Deadline for registration is June 9, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.
Technical Support: We have arranged for Technical and Course start up support. To report an issue or to request a password reset, please report your concern at: CLICK HERE – WILL BE ACTIVE JULY 5th
Confirmations: Program requests are subject to Principal approval. Continuing Education reserves the right to cancel, combine and/or relocate programs based on registration and staffing. Confirmations and final program information will be sent to families, at the Parent email provided, in Mid-June.
Eligibility
Grade 6 to 12 students not enrolled in an Ontario publicly funded school during the 2022-2023 school year may attend, but a fee of $125 per week/per program (a.m. or p.m.) will apply, and student registration process will be required.
Students from other publicly funded school boards in Ontario are welcome to attend but will be required to complete the student registration process and provide proof of eligibility.
Students are not able to participate in Skill Builder AND International Language Elementary, Reach Ahead and/or Summer School On-Line over the same dates (i.e. in July)
Other Important Information
BEHAVIOUR: Students enrolled in Summer Programs should make every effort to complete both in class and homework assigned to them. Students must be respectful of their teachers, fellow classmates and all other program staff. Parents will be contacted by the teacher and / or Principal should there be any concerns. Students may be asked to leave the program if there are any concerns.
SUPPORT: There are no Special Education Resource Teachers available to assist with program modifications / accommodations. Every effort will be made by the teacher to support and enhance the learning of each student. Identified students with Individual Education plans are welcome to attend with the above understanding. HWDSB is committed to protecting your personal information.
Password and Username: Students access their course using their …@hwdsb.on.ca email address. If you need help with your existing Username or a password reset please CLICK HERE to request support
Technical Support: To report an issue access an on-line course, please report your concern at: CLICK HERE – WILL BE ACTIVE JULY 10th
Welcome Package: Coming Soon!
Continuing Education reserves the right to combine, cancel and/or relocate classes or programs. Affected students would be contacted by email in the event that their course/program is cancelled or modified.
Students are limited to choose ONE Summer program in July (i.e. ONE OF: Summer School, Summer On-Line, Summer Co-op, Summer Skill Builder, Summer Reach Ahead, Summer International Language Elementary).
We are also offering our ESL Literacy Program – for students in Grades 6-12 from July 5-28, 2022 – 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – please visit our Summer ESL Literacy Program page for more information and contact your Principal, Guidance Counsellor or ESL Teacher to register.
If you have any questions or require additional information, please contact the Continuing Education – Hill Park Learning Centre by phone at 905-561-2190 or e-mail us at ce@hwdsb.on.ca
Updated on Wednesday, April 19, 2023.