Taking a dual credit course helped Kris, a Grade 12 student at Newmarket HS, explore potential careers, earn a college credit and refocus on school.
The dual credit program allows students in Grades 11 and 12 to take college courses and earn both high school and college credits for the same course. York Region District School Board, in partnership with local colleges, offers a variety of college dual credit courses.
“Now I have a college credit and it’s like I’m already on a solid path to graduating, which really helped me not only with that course but helped me just with school in general,” said Kris.
He learned how to weld through the dual credit program and was inspired to explore other skilled trades.
“The school board has a lot more educational opportunities than most people realize,” said Kris.
Dual credits are only one of the many options available to secondary school students looking to gain skills, build experience and explore options in manufacturing, construction or other areas of interest. Learn more about the options available at www.yrdsb.ca/experienceyrdsb.