Cameron Heights Collegiate Institute

The following are some examples of programs at

Cameron Heights C.I. designed for all students to succeed.

Character Education
Students, staff, and parents work together to support ten identified character attributes: Respect,
Responsibility, Loyalty, Trust, Caring, Courage, Friendliness, Honesty, Fairness and Confidence.
The School Success Plan for Cameron Heights has been developed to include Character in all
school activities.

International Baccalaureate Programme

The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB Programme) offers a balanced

comprehensive curriculum for highly motivated students. It is designed to encourage critical
thought, research skills and service as part of the learning process. Staff members participate in
continuous training and learning for the delivery of this program in the areas of curriculum,
program delivery and assessment.

Working Together to Support Student Success

All students can achieve success at Cameron Heights. Students are supported and engaged in various initiatives including
Credit Recovery, Peer Tutoring, Literacy Supports, the Student Success Center, and an Anti-Bullying Program. Through our
Student Success Centre or Guidance Department, students requiring unique programming can access continuous entry
co-op, on-line learning and on-line co-operative learning experiences.

Co-curricular Learning Opportunities

Students are invited to enrich their school experience through participation in a full array of
sports teams, arts, clubs, associations, support groups, student activities, and volunteering.

A Learning Community
Students and staff are committed to learning and achievement. The Success Council meets
regularly to co-ordinate professional learning activities for staff that reflect and respond to the
needs of the students.

International Studies
This is a secondary school program in which all Cameron Heights students can earn credits
towards an International Studies Certificate by completing a series of courses with an
international focus. This program helps to support Cameron Heights as a school where
everyone belongs.

Literacy Initiatives
To support students in preparation for the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) and
beyond, a number of staff supported initiatives are in place such as ongoing professional
development, identification of at-risk students, extended tutoring, specialized preparation,
literacy labs, the use of support staff, application hardware and software, and literacy test
preparation lessons.

Learning · Caring · Connecting

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