April 11th, 2022

On Thursday, May 5, 2022, all in person Grade 10 students across WRDSB will write the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT). Students who were previously eligible, but have not yet written the test, or who were unsuccessful on their first attempt will also have an opportunity to write on this date.  Students must successfully complete this literacy requirement for the granting of their Ontario Secondary School Diploma. 

In order to accommodate the delivery of this test, Thursday, May 5 will be an asynchronous learning day. Only students writing the OSSLT and ACE students will attend in-person on this date. Students in grade 9, 11 and 12 will learn asynchronously from home.  There will be no WCCSSA sports or practices on this day.

BCI OSSLT Schedule  

Thursday May 5, 2022
8:15 – 8:30 Instructions & Attendance  15 mins
8:30 – 10:00

Session #1 

If finished early students will participate in asynchronous learning until 10:00

60 mins +

30 mins extra time
10:00 – 11:00 Break 60 mins
11:00 – 11:15 Instructions & Attendance 15 mins
11:15 – 12:45

Session #2 & Survey

If finished early students will participate in asynchronous learning until 12:45

60 mins +

30 mins extra time
12:45 – 2:05  Student Dismissal & Asynchronous Learning – in the Cafeteria 80 mins

 

Key Dates to Note:

  • Monday April 25th during Period A – All students writing the test will view a virtual assembly and participate in an online practice booklet.
  • Wednesday April 27th – Grade 10s will be encouraged to continue to explore practice materials provided online during their asynchronous learning blocks. Optional synchronous drop in sessions will be provided during Blocks C and D.  Any students with questions or seeking support may join the virtual google meet. Instructions on how to access these sessions will be shared at the virtual assembly and on their homeroom google classroom.
  • Thursday April 28th and Tuesday May 3rd during the lunch block – Additional optional in person drop in sessions for any student writing the test will be available in 1119.
  • Thursday May 5th – Literacy Test Day – Only students writing the test or in an ACE classroom will attend school in person, all other students will engage in asynchronous learning.

How can I help my student prepare for the OSSLT?

Before the Test

  • Encourage your student to participate in preparation offered by the school.
  • Encourage your student to review the format and tools available by previewing the practice test
  • Encourage your student to try the practice test which can be found at HERE. 
  • Students eligible for special accommodations will be contacted by the Special Education Department in advance of the test.

The Day of the Test

  • Remind your student to be on time.
  • Remind your student to eat before the test.
  • Ensure your student has a fully charged Chromebook.
  • Encourage your student to take the full amount of allotted time, each booklet is designed to take 75 minutes, but students are allowed to use up to 150 minutes to complete each booklet.
  • Encourage students to reread and check their work.
  • Some students may want to bring a mouse or headphones
  • Encourage your student to do their best
  • Remind your students to bring a lunch and a book or asynchronous work to occupy their left over time

Parents and students interested in learning more about the OSSLT are invited to visit the EQAO website at https://www.eqao.com/the-assessments/osslt/.  If you have any further questions please contact your Guidance counselor or vice principal.