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Chatham Campus Kent Skills Centre 35 Creek Road Chatham, ON  N7M 5J3	519-351-9540 Principal: Tim DeActis Secretary: Anna Van Middlekoop
Sarnia Campus 660 Oakdale Ave., Sarnia, ON  N7V 2A9	519-383-8787 Principal: Tim DeActis Secretary: Valerie Berube

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Summer School Programs

The summer school programs are directed through the Adult & Continuing Education Centers.

Elementary Program        Secondary Program

Student Success Initiative (SSI): Elementary

The Lambton Kent District School Board and the St. Clair Catholic District School Board will offer a Summer School program for Grade 7 and Grade 8 students in Sarnia/Lambton and Chatham-Kent. 

The focus of the program will be to reinforce basic literacy and numeracy skills for students who have experienced difficulty in specific core areas during the past school year. The expectation is that participants will be better prepared in their respective programs the following school year.

Program Overview

SSI – ELEMENTARY will be sectioned into three weeks of programming for grades 7 and 8:

WEEK 1 – MATHEMATICS

WEEK 2 – LANGUAGE

WEEK 3 – LEARNING SKILLS

Students participating in SSI – Elementary, may choose to enroll in one, two or all weeks of programming options.  These choices will be reflected on the SSI-Elementary registration form.

Commonly Asked Questions

1. Will transportation be provided?

Transportation is the responsibility of parent(s)/guardian(s).


2. What are the minimum enrolment requirements?

Approximately twelve students must be enrolled in a specific program for a satellite location other than Chatham or Sarnia to be considered as a host site.


3. Will student performance be evaluated? Communicated?

Recognition of student achievement is important.  Summer school results will be communicated to the student, parents, elementary school and the secondary school for students in grade 8.


4. Is attendance mandatory?

Daily attendance is required. Only students who can make a commitment to the entire program should register.


5. What fees will be charged?

The program is available at no cost to the students. However, a consumable workbook will be made available at a cost of $10.00 for those who wish to purchase a copy.


6. How can my child receive additional support?

Schools have the option to offer literacy camps throughout the summer. See your school Principal for more information.

Registration Information

Students and parents, in consultation with teachers and the principal, should select the program option most appropriate to each student’s needs.

Students register at their home school. A student’s eligibility is determined by the principal (principal’s signature required).

Contact your local elementary school to discuss Summer School options for your child.

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Credit Success Initiative (CSI) - Secondary

The summer school program provides students in academic, applied, and essential programs with an opportunity to reinforce the foundational skills in the core subject areas that will improve their chances of success in the upcoming school year and beyond. Summer school should not be viewed as a program for students based only on a pass / fail basis. Students and parents of students who feel that reinforcement of the curriculum in subjects such as Mathematics and English may be beneficial should consider the summer school option.

Program Overview

With the exception of 4U “new” credits, upgrading and credit recovery credits will be offered at summer school. Students attending summer school generally fall into two categories:

Students who have successfully completed a course but would like to upgrade their mark and consolidate their skills, or Students who have not successfully completed a course but whose previous achievement qualifies them for an upgrading opportunity.

Program Options

• Grade 9 & 10 - Teacher Directed


• Grade 9 and 10 students may choose Science, Mathematics or English at the academic or applied level. A minimum of 55 hours of instruction is required to qualify for an upgrading credit. Course content has been chosen to ensure core concepts are delivered.
• Grade 11 & 12 - Self Study


• Grade 11 and 12 college and university preparation courses in Mathematics, Science and English will be offered in a self-study facilitated classroom setting. Ten lesson packages have been selected to ensure core concepts are reinforced. Tutor support for guided self-study programs will be provided.
• 4U - New Credit


• 4U English and Mathematics will only be available as a new credit. Students taking these courses as an upgrade are still required to comply with the minimum 100 hours of Teacher Directed instruction.
• Credit Recovery


• With the exception of English, Mathematics and Science, students eligibility is determined by the Administration of the home school. Home school must provide course material to be recovered.

Commonly Asked Questions

1. Who is eligible to attend summer school?

Adolescent and adult students who are residents of Chatham-Kent or Sarnia/Lambton are eligible to attend.


2. Will my course definitely run this summer?

We will attempt to make the listed courses available somewhere in the District. The number and location of the sections offered will depend on the number of students enrolled.


3. How do I know if I qualify for an opportunity to upgrade a credit?

Students who have passed a course but wish to upgrade their mark are eligible for an upgrading opportunity. For students who have not successfully completed a course, a mark of 40% or above has historically qualified students for an upgrading opportunity. Eligibility is determined by the administration of the home school.


4. Will I be allowed to take more than one credit?

Most students will be allowed to complete one credit at summer school. The only exception is for students who were unsuccessful in either grade 10 Civics or Career Studies. Self-study packages will be available for either of these credits subject to home school administrative approval.

Registration Information

Students obtain a registration form from the Student Services Office in their home school.

1. From the program options, students select one credit in consultation with parents, teachers, counselors and school administration.
2. Students obtain the appropriate signatures on the registration form.  Please ensure that the signature of the Principal/designate is included.
3. Students return the registration form and a $10 fee to the Student Services Office (cheque payable to The Lambton Kent District School Board).
4. Check with your local school for the registration deadline.
5. A book deposit will not be required however, students will not have their achievement recognized until all books are returned or restitution is received.

Contact your local secondary school to discuss Summer School options.

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