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UGDSB Cooperative Education Employer of the Week

🧱 Building the Future, One Brick at a Time!

A true full-circle moment!

Check out our co-op student Quinn (pictured above), diving into the incredible skilled trade of Brick and Stone Masonry! They're learning from one of the absolute best in the business, Mitch from MW Masonry.

Mitch is a proud John F. Ross Secondary School alumni, who is now sharing his skills and expertise with the next generation of masons.

It is very inspiring to see this knowledge passed on!

The UGDSB would like to thank Mitch for his support of our Co-operative Education programs, and we look forward to our continued partnership.

Employers and community partners, Upper Grand District School Board students are ready to join your team!

Get involved in the UGDSB’s Cooperative Education program:

  • Be part of a mutually beneficial relationship by offering cooperative education work placements

  • Share expertise, knowledge skills and materials

  • Gain access to a diversely talented and motivated group of students who may bring new ideas and fresh perspectives to your business

  • Students can contribute by working from home to complete the tasks and duties you’ve assigned or by physically attending your work site

  • We are looking for employers to provide co-op opportunities in multiple sectors including trades, arts & culture, media, communications, hospitality, information technology, retail, science, and more

  • UGDSB co-op teachers will help you find the right match for your business

Timing / Scheduling

High school co-op is offered during 2 semesters and for summer school.

The schedule is as follows:

  • Semester 1: September – January

  • Semester 2: February – June

  • Summer School – July; Placements start end of June or first week of July

Semester 1 runs from September – January

  • Students are in class preparing for work and attending interviews for the first couple weeks

  • Placements start the third week of September 

  • Exact dates vary by high school

Semester 2 runs from February – June

  • Students are in class preparing for work and attending interviews for the first couple weeks

  • Placements start mid February

  • Exact dates vary by high school

Summer Co-op:

  • Students attend interviews in May and June

  • Placements run full days in July

For more information:

Contact – Charles Benyair, Co-op Curriculum Lead, UGDSB, 519-574-0098

What is Co-op?

The Co-operative Education Program allows students to earn secondary school credits while completing a work placement.

Co-op students can try out an occupation or different occupations in an actual work environment before deciding which career path is right for them.

Consisting of a co-op course, a related curriculum course in any subject and a work placement, the program is monitored by a co-operative education teacher.

Two co-op credits can be applied towards high school graduation requirements although there is no limit on earning optional co-op credits.

Co-op placements are arranged for students by their secondary school. All placements are required to follow Ministry of Education policy and guidelines.

Why Take Co-op?

Co-op lets you:

  • Explore Careers

  • Connect Learning to Your Life

  • Develop Skills & Knowledge

  • Build Your Resume

  • Individualize Your Learning

  • Expand Your Network

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