OVS BLOG & NEWSLETTERS

In this episode, podcast host and Ontario Virtual School teacher, Alicia Cuzner, will discuss strategies that students who are graduating from high school can use when entering post secondary schools. Joining her this episode is Professor Jennifer Davis, from Queen’s University. Since 2010, Dr. Davis has been a Professor with the Faculty of Education and …

It happens every year. Students find themselves finally on track to complete high school, maybe they’ve even already gained acceptance to a university, but then they find themselves worrying about how to be prepared for university. How does one actually prepare for attending a university? How do I know if I’m ready?

It’s perfectly normal to not feel ready for university, but that doesn’t mean you have to stress yourself out over it! To help you prepare for university, Ontario Virtual School has created an easy to follow checklist. 

Whether you’ve been working toward your Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), upgrading marks, or fast-tracking your high school courses, your educational journey with OVS is shaping you in more ways than you know! So how can you tell if you’re truly growing as a learner? Let’s explore five subtle but meaningful signs that say “Yes, I’m learning!”

In today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world, traditional education models are evolving—and online high school is leading the way. Whether you’re working toward your Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or looking to earn Ontario high school credits online, the flexibility and personalized nature of virtual learning can empower students with the tools they need to succeed. At Ontario Virtual School (OVS), students not only complete accredited coursework but also develop essential life skills that prepare them for post-secondary education and the workforce.

When it comes to education, Ontario offers students access to world-class teaching and learning. This claim is supported by two sources of comparative performance data: PCAP- the Pan-Canadian Assessment Program, which tests random samples of Grade 8 students in each province; and PISA – the OECD’s Programme of International Student Assessment, which tests random samples of 15-year-old students from around the world. According to this data, Ontario has maintained its strong international standing in math, reading and science and positions Ontario among the top provinces in Canada.

If you are no longer attending a regular high school, but you have not graduated yet, you may be trying to figure out what your next move is for your education. You may be considering college, university, or a trade, and wonder which is the best option to help you get to where you need to go: the OSSD or a GED. What exactly is the difference? And which one is needed for certain post-secondary pathways?