First Place Programs

A non-rotary, calm classroom setting designed for students who are experiencing extensive difficulties attending school. The intent of the First Place Program is to build patterns of consistent school attendance, close academic gaps, develop student resiliency, and foster learner confidence, with the goal of returning to a community school. 

2024-25 school year
First Place Senior (9/10) Program


Room 123   
Kara Kaufman (Teacher)   [email protected]
                    Mateo Donato (EA)   [email protected]


First Place 9/10 Application & Criteria 2024-2025

Applications must be submitted by schools. For the application package, please contact the First Place Social Worker at: [email protected]

APPLICATIONS MUST COME FROM OCDSB SCHOOLS ONLY



2024-25 school year
First Place Intermediate (
7/8) Program

Room 114 (Library)
Bonnie Burlton (Teacher)   [email protected]
Thomas Shaver (Teacher) [email protected]
Brianna DiLabio (EA)   [email protected] 

First Place 7/8 Application & Criteria 2024-2025 

Applications must be submitted by schools. For the application package, please contact the First Place Social Worker at: 
[email protected]
 
APPLICATIONS MUST COME FROM OCDSB SCHOOLS ONLY











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