November 7th, 2025
Cameron Heights – Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT
On Wednesday November 26th all Grade 11 and 12 students who were previously eligible, but have not yet written the test, or who were unsuccessful on their first attempt, will write the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) during the fall administration. Full remote and homeschool students are invited to write during our fall administration. Students must successfully complete this literacy requirement to earn their Ontario Secondary School Diploma. Grade 10 students will write in our spring 2026 session.
Key Dates to Note:
- Wednesday, November 19th Practice Test Students will spend one period reviewing OSSLT strategies and one period completing the practice test, which will be similar in structure to the actual OSSLT.
- Wednesday, November 26th 8:15 AM start – The OSSLT will be written in the library.
On both November 19 and 26, classes for all other, non-OSSLT writing students will proceed as usual. Both days will be regular, instructional days.
How can I help my student prepare for the OSSLT?
Before the Test
- Encourage your student to Try the official EQAO Practice Literacy Test
- Encourage your student to prepare for the test by completing a course designed by the WRDSB that goes through all of the test elements in detail. It also has practice exercises along with the correct answers to help you practice.
The Day of the Test
- Remind your student to be on time.
- Ensure your student has a fully charged Chromebook.
- Encourage students to reread and check their work.
- Some students may want to bring a mouse or headphones. These cannot be bluetooth and need to be wired to work.
- Encourage students to do their best.
Parents and students interested in learning more about the OSSLT are invited to visit the EQAO website at https://www.eqao.com/the-assessments/osslt/. If you have any further questions please contact your Guidance counselor or vice-principal.
