The Guelph Collegiate & Vocational Institute est.1854

Proud Of Our Past – Confident In Our Future

How To Help Your Son or Daughter See Success in High School

1. Know what is going on in the school

• Look at the sign outside of the school

• Follow us on Twitter – @GuelphCVI

• Check the school website

• Come to School Council meetings

• Call and ask! 519-824-9800

• Know who your teen’s teachers are – ask to see his/her schedule at the start of each semester.

• Make sure your contact information is correct and on file at the school.

• Come to parent teacher nights, school council or any other school events.

• Know who your teen’s Vice-Principal is (A-L – J. Weddig and M-Z – J.Cako)

• CALL – if you have concerns, notice changes in behaviour or have questions.

• Encourage your son or daughter to get involved with a club or team (we have many!)

      2. Help your son or daughter choose courses that will help them see success

• Ask the Gr. 8 teacher for advice on what level of classes your son or daughter should take (Academic, Applied, Essential)

• Consult with the Student Success Teacher (C. Anstett) and/or the Special Education Resource Teacher (J. Hocken) at GCVI