Gary Allan Learning Centres provide High School Credit courses through the Night School Program, offered throughout the Halton Region, available to current high school students and Adult Learners who are permanent residents of Ontario.
Night School provides the opportunity to complete Secondary High School Credit courses in a variety of subjects areas. The program is open to both high school students and Adult Learners who wish to earn a credit towards their Ontario Secondary School Diploma. Courses offered include those in English, Math, Co-op and International Languages. Night School is offered on a semester basis. If there is insufficient enrolment, courses may not run.
Night school 2023-2024 – Semester 1
Semester 1 and Full year language offerings are in-person at Abbey Park HS (Oakville) and Milton District HS (Milton).
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- Full credit: September 20th – January 17th, Monday & Wednesday evenings, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
- Co-op Night School: September 20th – January 17th.
- Full year language: September 20th – May 1st, Wednesday evenings, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Important notes for Night School program:
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- These are High School Credit Courses. We do not offer General Interest Courses.
- Some courses require successful completion of pre-requisites prior to enrollment. This includes students who are native speakers of a language which they wish to take as a Night School Credit.
- All students will be required to complete all assignments, tests and exams on time and maintain regular attendance (max. 3 absences total). Failure to do so will result in removal from the program and a failing mark on the student’s permanent educational record.
- We require sufficient registrations for classes to run.
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Night school 2023-2024 – Semester 2
Dates and time (Semester 2):
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- Full credit : TBD
- Co-op Night School : TBD
Locations:
TBD
Night School 2023-2024 Semester 1 Course List/Cancellations
The Registration Process
Registrations is CLOSED.
Registration closes on September 14th, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. Applications received after this time will not be processed.
Cancellations posted on www.garyallan.ca September 15th at 4:00 p.m.
Select one of the following:
Current HDSB students MUST register through their MyBlueprint.
For help on how to register using myBlueprint , please follow this video.
Current Non-HDSB high school students
Find all Night School information here.
- Students must download the registration form, complete it in full
- Send the completed form to the Guidance Counselor at your CURRENT HOME SCHOOL
- The counselor must verify that all information and course selection is accurate, then they must complete the ‘Current Home School Use’ section of the form to verify the student’s identity
- Attach a credit counseling summary
- The form and Credit Counseling Summary must then be sent to coned@hdsb.ca
Complete the Registration Package found HERE
Registration closes on September 14th, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. Applications received after this time will not be processed.
Cancellations posted on www.garyallan.ca September 15th at 4:00 p.m.
Adult Learners
Find all Night School information here
- Students must download the registration form, complete it in full
- Attach the FOUR required documents found here to prove your identity and current address.
- Attach a credit counseling summary or transcript if you are able to
- Email all completed documents and forms to coned@hdsb.ca in one email — Adult students do NOT have to send the guidance counselor at their most recent high school
Complete the Registration Package found HERE
Registration closes on September 14th, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. Applications received after this time will not be processed.
Cancellations posted on www.garyallan.ca September 15th at 4:00 p.m.
Frequently Asked Questions
I’m a current HDSB high school student. How do I register?
Registration must be done through your HDSB MyBlueprint Account.
I’m a high school student in a different school board. How do I register?
Download and complete the registration form, then submit it to your home school’s Guidance/Student Services for verification.
A copy of your High School Transcripts must be attached to the registration form.
Email all completed forms and transcript to ConEd@hdsb.ca
I’m an adult. Is this course for me? If so, how do I register?
These are not General Interest courses. Courses are for learners working towards their high school diploma, completing prerequisites for Post-Secondary Education, or fulfilling employment requirements. You will be required to participate in all classes (3 absences total) and complete all tests, quizzes, and the final exam. Credits will be recorded onto your permanent Ontario Student Record. Adults will be in the same classroom as high school students. Students who are currently in High School and require the course credit will be given priority placement in the class in the event that the course course reaches capacity.
To register, visit : Gary Allan Learning Centres | Night School – Gary Allan Learning Centres
Can I register on site on the first day?
No. Registration closes September 14th, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. Space is limited.
Does the course take place in a classroom?
HDSB’s Night School offerings are in-person. If there is insufficient enrolment, courses may not run. Students will be contacted via email in the event that any changes are required.
Why do I need to provide medical information?
We require this information in case you have a medical emergency during class time.
What are the dates and times of the course?
Semester 1 Night School
- Full credit : September 2oth, 2023 – January 17th, 2024, Monday & Wednesday evenings, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
- Full year language : September 20th, 2023 – May 1st, 2024, Wednesday evenings, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
- Co-op Night School : September 20th, 2023 – January 17th, 2024
Locations: Abbey Park HS (Oakville) & Milton District HS (Milton)
Semester 2 Night School
- Full credit: TBD
- Co-op Night School: TBD
Locations:
- TBD
Why are some language courses offered as ‘Full year’ and others are only in Semester 2?
All language courses were offered as full year courses, however those that do not receive sufficient registration in September will be offered in Semester 2 to give students another opportunity to participate in the course.
I am a native speaker of a language offered as a Night School Credit Course. Can I skip the pre-requisites?
High School students require successful completion of the prerequisites prior to enrolment, regardless of their experience in the language. Ex: A student must take the Grade 10 and 11 levels before taking grade 12. This is because each grade/level builds off of work completed in previous levels. There are no exceptions.
Adults (18 years +) do not require prerequisites, but it is strongly advised.
How do I get confirmation that my registration was approved?
Registrations will be confirmed by email. HDSB students can check their status in their Halton MyBlueprint account.
Can I take more than one course?
You only take one course through Night School.
Is the course guaranteed to run?
Courses are conditional on enrollment. If we do not have enough students to run a class, we will try to combine classes if possible. Cancellations will be posted on https://garyallan.ca/ on September 15th at 4:00 p.m. We will not have access to class numbers until that date.
I can’t participate in the course every day. Is that okay?
Students may miss a maximum of 3 days. Further absences will result in removal from the program.
What if I need to drop out?
You must request a Drop Form from your teacher. The last day to drop out of the course without the mark showing up on your official record is March 13th, 2024 for full year language classes, and November 20th, 2023 for Semester 1 classes.
Can I start/finish the course early?
No, course schedules cannot be modified.
Can I contact the teacher prior to the course?
Teachers are not assigned to a specific class until the first morning of school because enrollment numbers change drastically up until that time. You may only contact a teacher at this time.
I have an IEP. What do I do with it?
You must email a copy of your IEP to your teacher on the first day.
Is there an exam?
All courses have a final evaluation. Your teacher will explain all grading criteria in class.
How do I get my final mark?
Report cards will be sent to your home school. If you are an adult, your final report will be mailed to your home address. Adult learners are responsible to ensure that a copy of their report is sent to the school that holds their educational records. This is typically the last school attended prior to Gary Allan Learning Centre.
How does my university/college get my marks?
If you are a Halton District School Board High School student, your mark will automatically be uploaded to OUAC/OCAS with your home school upload.
If you are from a school outside of the Halton District School Board, or an Adult Learner please complete a ‘Marks To University’ form. OUAC Applicants must add Gary Allan High School – Night School, to their Academic Background
Night School Course Drop/Change
- Semester 1 courses must be dropped prior to the Full Disclosure date of November 15th, 2023.
- Full year language courses must be dropped prior to the Full Disclosure date of March 13th, 2024.
- Robotics courses must be dropped prior to the Full Disclosure date of February 20th, 2024.
- Semester 2 courses must be dropped prior to the Full Disclosure date of April 29th. 2024.
Courses dropped after the required date will result in a failing mark on the permanent school record.
Course changes can be made up until the end of the 2nd day of the Night School course.
To drop or change a Night School course please download and complete the following form Download the Drop Form here