Summer Learning
The Indigenous Languages and International Languages (ILIL) program is proud to share Summer language learning opportunities available this year for students currently in Grade 8 and entering Grade 9 in the Fall 2023 and current secondary students. These summer courses are offered through Continuing Education.
Duration
- These 18-day acceleration courses start Wednesday, July 5 and end Friday, July 28.
- Students are required to attend class from 8:45 a.m. to 3:33 p.m.,
- There are two 15-minute scheduled breaks and a 40-minute lunch period.
- To be eligible for a credit, attendance is required from Monday through Friday for the full day of class.
Elementary Summer Learning
- For Grade 8 students entering Grade 9 in the Fall 2023
- Language courses offered: Farsi, Simplified Mandarin, Spanish
- Remote Synchronous Learning Model credit program*
- Complete details are available
Secondary Summer Learning
- Language courses offered: Farsi, Simplified Mandarin, Spanish - Level B and C only
- For current secondary students student (Grades 9 to 12)
- Complete details are available
Please Note:
- Courses offered are subject to enrolment and teacher availability.
- Stacked classes may be created based on registration numbers.
Additional fees are required for international fee-paying visa students.
About the Program
Thank you for your interest in the Indigenous Languages and International Languages program at the York Region District School Board (YRDSB). We are pleased to welcome you to our exciting program.
- The program is available to all YRDSB and non-YRDSB students
- No prior language experience is necessary
- Classes run Tuesday to Friday evenings and Saturday mornings
The program is funded by the Ontario Ministry of Education and is intended for students who wish to learn a new language, preserve their own language or enhance their intercultural awareness. There is no cost to enroll in the program, except for a consumable and resource fee.
Please note: Courses are subject to enrollment and teacher availability. Stacked classes may be created based on registration numbers. Additional fees are required for international fee-paying visa students.
Elementary Courses (SK to Grade 8)
At this time we are planning for face-to-face, in-person instruction onsite for the 2022-2023 elementary program year. While we will be returning to the same ILIL school locations pre-pandemic, there may be some changes to the locations in which specific languages are offered.
Please be advised the program delivery model may change from face-to-face to remote (online) depending on the pandemic and from the Ministry of Education, York Health and Board directives.
Secondary Credit Courses (Grades 9 to 12)
During the pandemic, enrolment in the ILIL Credit program grew when compared to previous years. As a result, the program will remain in an Online format.
The program will be delivered virtually through synchronous learning, supported by asynchronous activities.
If you have any questions, please email us at ilil@yrdsb.ca. You can also visit our homepage on the YRDSB website for further information regarding our program.
Research shows that speaking more than one language has many cognitive benefits and may improve how the brain functions, such as improving memory and concentration; enhance decision-making and multi-tasking skills; and open future employment opportunities.
2022-2023 School Year
Ukrainian will be offered beginning the September of 2022-2023 school year. Please see our elementary webpage for more information on registration and course offerings. You can also contact us by email at ilil@yrdsb.ca or by phone at 904-884-2046 ext. 242.
2022-2023 School Year
Please see our secondary webpage for more information on registration and course offerings. You can also contact us by email at ilil@yrdsb.ca or by phone at 904-884-2046 ext. 242.
Elementary Courses (SK to Grade 8)
At this time we are planning for face-to-face, in-person instruction onsite for the 2022-2023 elementary program year. While we will be returning to the same ILIL school locations pre-pandemic, there may be some changes to the locations in which specific languages are offered.
Please be advised the program delivery model may change from face-to-face to remote (online) depending on the pandemic and from the Ministry of Education, York Health and Board directives.
Secondary Credit Courses (Grades 9 to 12)
During the pandemic, enrolment in the ILIL Credit program grew when compared to previous years. As a result, the program will remain in an Online format.
The program will be delivered virtually through synchronous learning, supported by asynchronous activities.
If you have any questions, please email us at ilil@yrdsb.ca. You can also visit our homepage on the YRDSB website for further information regarding our program.
Research shows that speaking more than one language has many cognitive benefits and may improve how the brain functions, such as improving memory and concentration; enhance decision-making and multi-tasking skills; and open future employment opportunities.
2022-2023 School Year
Ukrainian will be offered beginning the September of 2022-2023 school year. Please see our elementary webpage for more information on registration and course offerings. You can also contact us by email at ilil@yrdsb.ca or by phone at 904-884-2046 ext. 242.
2022-2023 School Year
Please see our secondary webpage for more information on registration and course offerings. You can also contact us by email at ilil@yrdsb.ca or by phone at 904-884-2046 ext. 242.
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