Ontario Secondary
School Diploma (OSSD)
The Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) is a diploma granted to secondary school graduates in the Canadian province of Ontario. It is part of the publicly funded province-wide school system. It is awarded to all students who complete the Ontario education curriculum.
Empowering Future
Leaders
Our graduates earn the prestigious Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), widely recognized for its focus on project-based learning, critical thinking, leadership, and global citizenship. To better prepare students for academic and professional success, we integrate Advanced Placement (AP) courses into our curriculum, with a focus on STEM, the Arts, Education, Business, Mathematics, and the Sciences.
Outside the classroom, our extracurricular programs and volunteer mentorship opportunities empower students to explore their passions, develop new skills, and build well-rounded resumes. At GCHS, we are dedicated to nurturing confident, resilient leaders who are prepared for success at university and beyond.
Graduation Requirements
If students started Grade 9 in 2023 or earlier:
The student must earn:
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18 compulsory credits
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12 optional credits
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The literacy requirement
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At least two online learning credits
If students started Grade 9 in 2023 or later:
The student must earn:
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17 compulsory credits
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13 optional credits
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The literacy requirement
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At least two online learning credits
Other requirements:
All students must complete 40 hours of community service to graduate.
The literacy requirement is met by passing the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test with a score of 75% or higher.