Summer Learning

Grade Levels Grade 9 to 12 eLearning courses.
Reach-Ahead Courses Offerings include three Reach-Ahead courses for current Grade 7 and 8 students:
  • Business Studies (1.00 credit)
  • Civics (0.50 credit)
  • Career Studies (0.50 credit)
Program Coordination This program is coordinated by Grand Erie Learning Alternatives (GELA)
Course Information Please refer to our Course Selection Information to learn what courses are being offered.
Registration Details Registrations are due by Friday, June 27, 2025
Elementary Student Registration Elementary students registering for Reach-Ahead courses can complete and submit the registration form.
Additional Requirements Grand Erie elementary students must also be cross enrolled with Grand Erie Learning Alternatives by their home school.
Orientation There is a short orientation module for eLearning courses that will open on Friday, June 27. You will receive an email from the Ontario eLearning Consortium confirming registration.

Technical support for Grand Erie families

Email: parent.techsupport@granderie.ca

Local Phone: 519-756-6301 ext. 287080

Toll-free: 1-888-548-8878 ext. 287080


Program: Co-operative Education (Secondary)

Grade Levels Grade 11 and 12
Program Description and Objectives
  • Two-credit co-operative education program.
  • Blended Delivery for senior secondary students.
  • In-person co-op placement with an associated online component.
Registration Details
Registrations are due by Friday, June 20, 2025
  • Grand Erie secondary students will register through their home school.
  • Out-of-Board secondary students must contact the GELA office directly for registration inquiries.

Program: Grand Erie Focus on Youth

Focus on Youth - A Grand Erie Program
 Program Description
  • Location of Programs: Within Brantford/Brant
  • Length of Programs: 6 to 8 weeks 
  • Deadline for Applications: May 30, 2025

Program runs during the months of June, July and August, and includes summer school courses, peer mentoring or summer employment. Paid training may be included.

Registration Details
  • Must be at least 15 years old by July 1, 2025
  • Must be registered full-time in a Grand Erie Secondary School or program
  • Must be available to work 30 hours a week during the months of July and August
  • Have interest or talents in one of:
    • Sports 
    • Arts
    • School or community leadership
    • Recreation
    • Skilled labour
  • Two references (can be teachers, volunteer supervisors, employment supervisors or community group leaders)

For more information, contact your school’s guidance office or email rachel.grightmire@granderie.ca or bailey.carr@granderie.ca.

You can also call the Focus on Youth Project Monitors at 226-388-3879 or 226-934-4603.