At the YMCA Academy, we know that all students have their own learning styles. That’s why we offer an alternative learning experience for high school students interested in:
An interactive, experience-based learning process
- A personalized school setting where you get individual attention
- Gaining new ways to study, and new life skills, in a small and supportive learning environment
In addition to following the provincial curriculum, the professional and experienced teachers at the YMCA Academy offer an innovative learning experience that features:
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Grade 9 and 10 Applied credits to help students enter college or the workplace
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Grade 11 and 12 credits focused on students’ career goals to help them enter college, prepare for university, or find a job
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A computer education program that includes media studies, digital photography, and teleconferencing in a wireless laptop environment
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An on-staff remediation specialist who works with exceptional students, including those who are gifted, have mild learning disabilities, or require English language assistance
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An on-staff cooperative education specialist who helps students find cooperative education placements and job shadowing opportunities, and provides contacts at YMCA Employment Centres across the city
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An on-staff science specialist who works with students in modern lab facilities
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An English specialist to help students at all levels of literacy
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Year-round membership at YMCA Health, Fitness & Recreation Centres
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Overnight trips to YMCA Outdoor Adventure Camps
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Participation in YMCA Student Youth Exchange programs across Canada
To learn more about our dynamic educational program visit the YMCA Academy Web site, contact The YMCA Academy at 416-928-0124 x31400 or visit us at 15 Breadalbane St., 3rd floor, Toronto, Ontario, M4Y 1C2.
