ONTARIO SECONDARY SCHOOL LITERACY TEST (OSSLT) – Spring 2023
Posted March 21, 2023
Students – mostly in Grade 10, who are attempting the OSSLT for the first time – will write the assessment on the morning of Tuesday, April 4th. This test is one way in which students may demonstrate the Literacy Graduation Requirement. The OSSLT will be administered in their homeroom classes, or in another designated writing space; students will be provided the entire morning to complete the test (with additional/extra time where required).
To aid students in preparing for the test, there will be a Practice Test opportunity provided on Tuesday, March 28th. This opportunity will be similar in structure to the actual OSSLT being written on Tuesday, April 4th.
On both March 28th and April 4th, classes for all other, non-OSSLT writing students will proceed as usual. Both days will be regular, instructional days.
To prepare for and feel more comfortable accessing this online assessment, students are also encouraged to complete the following activities (some, limited time to complete these activities will also be provided during their afternoon classes):
- Tools and Resources SLIDEDECK – review to get ready for the test
- OSSLT Preparation Course – D2L-CHCI OSSLT Preparation (let you teacher know if you are having any issues accessing the module)
- Practice Literacy Test – an additional resource provide by EQAO
- Scavenger Hunt – an activity to help you get prepared (may be completed in conjunction with the Practice Literacy Test)
Students are encouraged, if they have any questions, to connect with their Homeroom teachers.
Cameron Heights Administration
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CHCI phone trouble
Posted March 21, 2023
We have recently had some intermittent technical difficulties with our central phone line. Technicians are working on the problem. Please email chc@wrdsb.ca if you are unable to connect or leave a voice mail message. Thank you for your patience.
March 21 is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Posted March 21, 2023
Today, March 21, is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. This day is observed on March 21 each year to mark the day police in Sharpeville, South Africa, killed 69 Black men, women and children, and injured 180 more, at a peaceful demonstration against apartheid “pass laws” in 1960. This day serves […]
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March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day
Posted March 20, 2023
Tomorrow, March 21, is World Down Syndrome Day. We encourage the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) community to celebrate this day with us. This year, the theme “With Us, Not For Us” is a reminder that people with Down syndrome need to be part of the work being done to secure them the same […]
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March 20 is French Language Day
Posted March 20, 2023
Today is French Language Day. Established by the United Nations in 2010, French Language Day celebrates multilingualism and cultural diversity. It is also an opportunity to raise awareness of the history, culture and use of the French language worldwide. French Language in the WRDSB In the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we are proud […]
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Co-creating Safe, Caring and Inclusive Schools
Posted March 14, 2023
Student success is a priority at the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). Students are successful when they know they have safe, caring and inclusive spaces to learn and grow. Just like school boards across the province, the WRDSB seeks feedback from students about their experiences in school. In fact, the Ministry of Education requires […]
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Connect with Cameron on March 21st
Posted March 10, 2023
Join us for Connect with Cameron, on Tuesday March 21 from 5 pm to 7 pm. This is an opportunity for anyone with a student who attends Cameron Heights to meet our staff, visit classrooms, and receive a brief update on your student’s academic progress so far. Teachers will keep contacts to 5 minutes per […]