Reach Ahead
Start High School Early Under the Reach Ahead Program, students enrolled in Grade 8 (or entering the summer preceding Grade 9) may obtain a maximum of two secondary school credits upon receiving approval from both CNA and the student’s main school of registration. This option is intended for students capable of independent study, in need of flexible timetables, and with strong academic motivation.
Who May Reach Ahead
- Students seek for more advanced materials in a particular subject area.
- Students with external commitments (e.g. competitive athletes, family travel) may spread Grade 9 credits over a longer timeline to
- advance faster into electives.
- Out-of-province/international students transferring to Grade 9 can take CNA courses to prepare for Ontario secondary school
- before September in-person enrolment.
- Students can test virtual-learning suitability before attending a brick-and-mortar high school.
- Students want to satisfy Ontario’s mandatory two-online-credit OSSD requirement early to have more flexibility in future scheduling
- and course selection.
Why Take Courses at CNA
- Build Confidence- Experience high-school coursework in a supported setting.
- Lighten Future Load- Bank one or two credits before Grade 9 begins.
- Flexible Pacing- Self-paced, 24/7 access.
- Substantive Support- 1-on-1 tutoring, replies within 24 hours, assessment grading within 2 days
Reach out to Guidance via admissions@nordeducation.com with a copy of your latest official transcript to make a Reach Ahead Enrolment Request.
Under Section 2.5.2.1 of K to 12: Ontario Schools: Policy and Program Requirements, Grade 8 students may pursue reach-ahead secondary-school courses in exceptional cases, provided parental consent is obtained and approval is given by the secondary-school principal. The elementary-school and secondary-school principals jointly assess whether this opportunity is in the student’s best interest.
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