ARBEIT SCHULE
Secondary ROUTES Program
An opportunity for Low German-speaking students to work full-time while still earning high school credits through in-person classes, independent learning and teacher support.
How the program works
Enroll with DSBN
One night a week
Students earn secondary school credits
What are the benefits?
Continue working full-time
Students may continue to work full-time while earning a high school diploma.
Flexible and tailored
Flexible hours with courses designed to meet the individual needs of students.
Technology may be provided
Laptops may be provided – students can continue to work on their courses from any location.
Communication options
Students can communicate with teachers by phone, email and in person.
Culturally respectful
Programming is developed with community input and is respectful of religious and cultural beliefs.
Employment opportunities
Graduate with a high school diploma and get help with employment opportunities.
ELIGIBILITY & REGISTRATION
Who can join and when?
Who can apply?
Youth who are high school age and young adults.
What if I don’t currently attend a DSBN Elementary School?
That’s not a problem! You may apply from another school, home schooling, the workplace, etc.
What if the children go to another school that is either within or outside of the DSBN?
That’s not a problem! You may apply from any other school or from home schooling.
Where is the ROUTES program offered?
Mondays 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
DSBN Lifetime Learning Centre
535 Lake St., St. Catharines
(beside Eden High School)
Thursdays 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Greater Fort Erie Secondary School
1640 Garrison Road, Fort Erie
Secondary ROUTES PROGRAM
Ready to learn more or register?
Call Nichola Lee at the District School Board of Niagara:
