Blog Posts

OVS posts helpful blogs on a variety of topics to help you make the most of your high school career! Check back regularly for new postings.

Adults Can Finish Their High School Diploma Virtually

There are plenty of reasons why someone may not have been able to finish their high school diploma. In fact, in 2016, 14% of Canadians over the age of 25 reported that their education level was below high school graduation. Having a high school diploma can open many personal and professional doors for Canadians and

Podcast Ep 1. How Online Learning Can Help Mental Health

In this episode we will discuss how virtual learning has actually been beneficial for some students and their mental health. This includes talking about bullying, microaggressions, racism, general anxiety students face and how through online learning, there has been a drop in this.  

OVS meets the needs of diverse learners, including students with an IEP

Every student is different. Here at Ontario Virtual School, this is one of our guiding philosophies. Since OVS is a school built from the ground up for online learning, and all of our courses, lessons, and assignments are designed around the online format, this actually allows a variety of benefits which allow us to better

Why Virtual School is a Good Option for Mature Students

There are plenty of reasons why someone may have to leave high school before graduating. However, having a high school diploma is very beneficial and can open many personal and professional doors in a person’s life. A diploma allows students to pursue post-secondary education and secure more stable and better-paying employment. It also sets the