AQ Courses
Religious Education in Catholic Schools - Part II and Specialist A.Q. Courses The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board has been granted provider status to run the Additional Qualification...
View ArticleOrientation Day School
There are two mandatory components to this section (1) the orientation session and (2) the orientation module.1) Orientation SessionThere is a mandatory one-hour orientation session at the onset of the...
View ArticleSummer Institute 2016
SUMMER INSTITUTE 2016 August 8-25, 2016Registration NOW OPEN!Come join us for our 21st year of Summer Institute!Dufferin-Peel’s Summer Institute provides an opportunity for all educators to grow...
View ArticleSecondary School Registration
Book an Appointment to Register for the 2016-17 School Year during the Summer Months (July 4 - August 26)For information on registering to attend a Dufferin-Peel Catholic secondary school for the...
View ArticleSpecial Education Advisory Committee
The Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) is an advisory committee mandated by the Ministry of Education to advise the Board on any issues related to students with diverse learning needs...
View ArticleMeetings
The Special Education Advisory Committee meets monthly, generally on the third Wednesday of each month. Members of the public are welcome to attend SEAC meetings. All meetings are scheduled to begin at...
View ArticleSupport Services
As a Catholic education community, we believe that every child who comes to us is a unique individual, created in the image and likeness of God. We have a moral purpose to understand and support...
View ArticlePsychological Assessments
Frequently Asked Questions Why has my child been referred for a psychological assessment?Typically, your child’s teacher has been in contact with you to discuss your child’s particular needs. To...
View ArticleMinistry & Other Links Home
Ontario Ministry of Education and Other MinistriesThe Ministry of Education administers the system of publicly funded elementary and secondary school education in Ontario, in accordance with the...
View ArticleNew to Special Education
So, you're new to Special Education? Below are a few Frequently Asked Questions...What is an IEP? What is an IPRC? What is Early Identification? What does that acronym mean? Is there anyone in the...
View ArticleCommon Acronyms
Programs/CurriculumAEP Annual Education Plan ARDAcademic Resource Department IEP Individual Education Plan IB International Baccalaureate IPRC Identification, Placement and Review Committee NM Needs...
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School Continuous Assessment Cycle
When a need is identified by a parent/guardian and/or staff and it is determined that the student requires program support and/or accommodation, the classroom teacher will assist in the identification...
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Model for Special Education
Responding to God's call, the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board fosters and nourishes a safe, caring and inclusive education community rooted in tradition and scripture. Our Catholic...
View ArticleSpecialized Equipment
Tools for learning provide students with diverse learning needs support for literacy learning and equipment to access the curriculum and/or alternative programs. Guidelines for accessing Ministry of...
View ArticleSpecial Education Staff
Special education programs and services are provided by a wide variety of professional and support staff which may include the following:Elementary Panel:Classroom Teacher Special Education Resource...
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Provincial and Demonstration Schools in Ontario
In Ontario, the Provincial and Provincial Demonstration Schools:are operated by the Ministry of Education; provide education for students who are deaf or blind, or who have severe learning...
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Transition Planning
Dufferin-Peel continues to align current Ministry initiatives with school board practices. Clearly defined processes supported by a team approach, which may include interdisciplinary teams, which...
View ArticleCoordination of Services with Other Ministries or Agencies
The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board participates in a variety of collaborations, reflective of the vibrant and dynamic communities in the Dufferin-Peel region. The nature and focus of...
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Early Identification and Interventions
Further information on the Dufferin-Peel Kindergarten Program can be accessed by clicking on this link: Kindergarten. Dufferin-Peel recognizes the benefits of early identification and interventions on...
View ArticleCategories and Definitions of Exceptionalities
The following are the Ministry mandated Categories of Exceptionalities with aligned Dufferin-Peel expanded descriptions. For further information on the Ministry Categories please refer to the Ministry...
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