Spring is finally here! As Spring is the season of renewal and growth, we thought we would share how OVS is continuing to grow, with new programs, such as DiamondAI, and new partnerships like the Dual Diploma program in Turkey.
Along with these new changes, this newsletter also contains some key information on deadlines for senior students applying to university and colleges.
Introducing AI-Powered Guidance & Self-Discovery Tools!
At OVS, we are committed to providing our students with the best tools to enhance their learning experience. We are excited to announce that all OVS students now have free access to AI-powered guidance and self-discovery tools, available directly within the LMS! Look for the Guidance menu.
These innovative tools, powered by DiamondAI, are designed to help you gain deeper insights into your strengths, learning preferences, and academic goals. Whether you’re seeking personalized study strategies, career exploration insights, or guidance to enhance your skills, this AI-powered resource is here to support you every step of the way.
We encourage all students to take advantage of this valuable opportunity to enhance their learning journey. Log in to your LMS today and explore how AI can help you unlock your full potential!
Policy Forum on Occupational Health of Online Teachers
Our Vice-Principal Mr. Vinay Aggarwal, was invited by the University of Waterloo to attend their Policy Forum on the Occupational Health of Online Teachers. He was one of only a select few to be invited to participate in this conference.
Topics covered in forum included teaching in a digital medium, privacy and work/life balance, understanding and managing occupational risks of at-home work, and dealing with online harassment and social discomfort.
We are incredibly proud that Mr. Aggarwal was invited to participate in this even and provide insight into navigating the world of online education as teacher and administrator.
OUAC Deadlines
As we are getting further in to the second semester, it’s important for Grade 12 students to be aware of all deadlines in regards to their university applications.
OUAC Collection Period Three begins on March 17th and concludes on April 24th. This collection period is for all in progress and midterm grades for second semester.
It is essential to meet this deadline as most university acceptances are determined at the end of this collection period.
In order to make sure students meet this important deadline, the OVS deadline for submitting work is April 14th. You must submit all midterm work by this date to ensure that your marks go into OUAC in time.
If work is submitted after this date, it will still be marked, however, we cannot guarantee that your midterm grade will be submitted to OUAC by the deadline.
OCAS Deadlines
While Ontario Colleges tend to have slightly flexible deadlines, there are some key dates for applying to college through the OCAS website.
April 25th 2025 – deadline for any available marks, regardless of the scheduling model
July 4th 2025 – deadline date for all final marks and proof of graduation
August 8th 2025 – deadline date for all final marks or summer school final marks and proof of graduation.
Check out the OCAS website directly for more information.
Ontario Literacy Test
The Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test is a requirement for earning your OSSD. This test is designed to measure whether students are meeting the minimum standard for literacy across all subjects. Generally, this test is administered during the Grade 10 year, but it can be completed at any time during high school.
International or out-of-province students with OVS are eligible to take the OLC4O course, instead of being required to complete the literacy test. However, students based in Ontario are required to complete the test in order to earn their OSSD.
If you are a full-time OVS student based in Ontario, we have a OSSLT test session coming up this spring. The test sessions will run from March 18th to April 15th 2025.
Once students have selected a session, they will be asked to pay a $200 fee. This fee covers the testing and includes a teacher-facilitated preparation module with lessons, practice exams from previous years, and more to help students prepare for this mandatory test.
If you have questions regarding the OSSLT requirement, please contact the OVS office at [email protected]
OVS-Turkiye Dual Diploma Program 2025
Part of the OVS mission, is to bring a high-quality education to students from all around the world. With our online flexible platform, it is easy for students, to access their courses from anywhere in the world. To help bring our platform to more students, we work several international partnerships, to bring our program to as many students as possible.
Our most recent partnership has been with the Crown International Education and Consultancy, an organization that has been providing services for over 18 years. Working together OVS and Crown International have been operating the OSSD Canada Dual Diploma Program, in collaboration with reputable Turkish institutions since September 2024. For more information on this program, please check out the OVS website.
OVS Blog
Being a high-performance athlete require intense training, focus, and dedication. When you’re still in high school, you also have the added stress of classes, studying, and passing your exams. Doing both can be overwhelming, and often students find themselves either struggling in school or having a hard time maintaining their training for their sport.
With OVS, students don’t have to give anything up and can succeed in both their academics and their athletics. Students can customize their education to fit their needs, giving them more freedom to pursue their goals. To learn more, please check out our blog.
