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Understanding Business and Finance: High School Courses to Help You Succeed
February 13, 2025Whether your interested in a career in business or finance, starting your own company or brand, or just want to get a better understanding of how to navigate your own finances, there are many courses you can take at the high school level to help you learn about the world of business and finance.
At OVS, we have several courses at different grade levels that students can take to help in all different areas of the business world.
Balancing Academics and Athletics
February 7, 2025One of the most difficult parts of being a young athlete is finding the balance between athletics and academics. With all the time spent practicing or at games and events, not to mention the travelling and logistics, it can be tough to find enough time to dedicate to your academic life. Here at Ontario Virtual School, we have many student athletes, and we’re dedicated to supporting them
Podcast S4 Ep 1. Ai Vs. Machine Learning & Toronto Metropolitan University
January 28, 2025In this episode, podcast host and Ontario Virtual School teacher Alicia Cuzner explains the difference between machine learning and artificial intelligence, diving into their current applications, potential future developments, and how they may appear at schools. The episode also includes a Post Secondary School Spotlight with Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU), offering a look at their …
Benefits to Hybrid Online Learning
January 10, 2025In the last several years, many students have adopted a hybrid approach to their high school education. This means that while they still attend a traditional physical school for at least some of their courses, they also take some courses through online schooling options. Students and families who are not familiar with this model may be surprised, but there are many reasons students decide to turn to online schooling, while still attending a regular physical school.
4 Tips for Test Taking
December 6, 2024Many students dread test day, and it’s easy to understand why. Tests are important, and students may feel that they just aren’t good at “test taking.” Test anxiety can indeed be a significant challenge, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With a few tips, students can ease their anxiety and make writing a test much less intimidating.
Master the Art of Essay Writing: 5 Tips to Boost Your Skills
November 22, 2024For some students, the word “essay” brings to mind the most feared and hated form of schoolwork. Essay anxiety is very common, and it is easy to understand why students may be apprehensive about writing one. by keeping a few easy tips in mind, students can better understand why essays are helpful, enhance their essay-writing skills, and soon come to find essays are not as scary as they seem, but can actually be simple.
The mental health of children is not an in person vs remote learning conversation
January 5, 2022Pretending that in class high school, circa 2019 was a panacea that we must return to if we are to restore “the perfect” mental health of students, is simply not true for millions of students globally. The “one size fits all” model benefits some students, but has historically been detrimental to others. Today we have …
OUAC Collection is Now Open for 2022-23 Applicants!
October 1, 2021OUAC’s first collection period for 2022 applicants is now open for first semester midterms and any finals achieved in Grade 11 or 12 courses.
Save the Date: University Fairs!
August 31, 2021Are you planning to apply to university in 2022? Then be sure to mark your calendar for the Ontario Universities’ Fairs happening this fall!
Introducing Guidance Appointments!
April 1, 2021Students can now schedule one-on-one appointments with our head of guidance to discuss pathway or graduation concerns over the phone!
Introducing Grade 7 & 8 Courses
March 15, 2021OVS now offers Grade 7 & 8 courses! Click to learn more about our middle school program!
December 2024 Newsletter
December 18, 2024As we head into this holiday season, it is important to reflect on the past, while also making plans for the year ahead.
It is incredibly important to make sure our students are prepared for the remainder of the school year, especially our senior students, and ensuring that they are aware of college and university deadlines.
November 2024 Newsletter
November 29, 2024As we head into winter and the start of the holiday season, it’s important that while students are looking forward to taking a school break, there are important deadlines and dates they need to keep in mind for after the holidays.
October 2024 Newsletter
October 31, 2024As we reach the midpoint of fall, many students are already planning for their post-secondary applications. In this newsletter, we will cover important information regarding college and university applications, as well as details about graduation requirements.
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