What is a “Reach Ahead” Credit? The Ontario Schools (2016) states in section 2.5.2.1 that: “Under exceptional circumstances, an individual student in Grade 8, with parental consent, may be given permission by the principal of a secondary school to “reach ahead” to take secondary school courses, either during the school year or in the summer
We are often asked by parents what are the advantages of our online elementary school. Here are some of the highlights of our program. The Ontario Elementry Curriculum All of our courses (Grade 6 to 8) are designed to meet the expectations of the Ontario Elementry Curriculum as well as the expectations of Growing Success.
When it comes to college and university applications, it’s not always just about one’s grades. Depending on the program you are applying to, supplemental materials such as information about volunteer work and extracurricular activities you have been involved in, as well as essays or a “statement of intent” may be required. This additional information you
Online courses at BrightMinds are instructor-led, socially engaging learning experiences that meet the expectations of the Ontario Elementry and Secondary Curriculum. Course Structure At BrightMinds, online courses are designed to offer students a semi-self paced structure. Courses have a clear start and end date and each course has a “suggested schedule” which helps students with
Finding time to have fun during the school year can be challenging for many students. However, maintaining a balance between work and play is important for both intellectual growth and emotional wellbeing. If school becomes all work and no play, then you are neglecting your social needs. Here are some tips to help you succeed
I am not good at mathematics. I don’t like the Science class. I don’t know how to write an essay. Can you relate to the above statements? The reality is that our like and dislike of a subject is a reflection of our ability. If you don’t like mathematics, it’s most likely
A BrightMinds, we have three main semesters: Fall: September to December Winter: December to March Spring: March to June followed by our shorter and more intense Summer semester. The Winter semester ☃️ is our most popular semester among part-time as well as full-time students. While all our main semesters have 11 weeks of instruction and 1
We live in a tech-driven world. Whether you are a middle school, high school or college student, it is unlikely that you would be able to complete the majority of your academic obligations without the use of technology. Your smartphone and your laptop are now doing the work of the traditional notebook and pencil for
