Multilingual Language Learners

The Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board welcomes all new families to our Catholic community. BGCDSB aims to provide all English Language Learners opportunities to successfully develop their skills in English, while learning the curriculum in all grades.

English as a Second Language (ESL) program provides support for students born in Canada or newcomers whose first language is other than English or is a variety of English significantly different from that used for instruction in Ontario schools.

English Literacy Development (ELD) programs are for newcomer students whose first language is other than English or is a variety of English significantly different from that used for instruction in Ontario schools. Students in these programs are generally from countries in which their access to education has been limited, or where they may have had limited opportunities to develop language and literacy skills in any language.

Students accessing English as a Second Language (ESL) and English Literacy Development (ELD) programming will be placed in age/grade appropriate classrooms. Support for language acquisition will take place in the classroom by the student’s classroom teacher, and with the support of the school-based ELL team.

Pathway and transition planning for our English Language Learners is a priority at the Bruce Grey Catholic District School Board. We want to ensure that all students have the support and guidance necessary to make informed career and life planning decisions.

Community & Resource Supports

Translation Tools

Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board Website - Translation Feature: Our website has a built-in translation feature for your convenience.

Please note that while these tools provide assistance, we cannot guarantee their accuracy, quality, or comprehensiveness. It is recommended that students, parents, and families explore the following resources as needed:

Navigate to the bottom of the website
Find and click on the button Select Language
From the provided drop-down menu, choose your preferred language.

Once selected, all content on the webpage will be displayed in your chosen language.

There are also translation options built into some of the tools that we use:

Google Docs

Instructions for Translating a Google Document:

Begin by accessing your desired Google Document on your computer.
From the main menu at the top, select "Tools".
From the dropdown menu, choose "Translate document".
Provide a title for the new translated document and pick your desired language from the list.
Click on the "Translate" button.

Once done, a newly translated version of your document will pop up in a separate window. This translated document will also be saved in your Google Drive for future reference.

Google Meet

YouTube