Empowering Student Growth Through the Award

Empowering Student Growth Through the Award: Discover the Co-curricular Approach

Launched in 2024, the Co-curricular Approach is an exciting new way to bring The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award – Canada into public secondary schools across the country —connecting classroom learning with real-world experience.

Looking for a way to boost student engagement, support well-being, and build essential life skills while complementing the great work you’re already doing in and beyond the classroom?

The Co-curricular Approach does exactly that. This innovative model integrates the Award framework with curriculum goals to support educators, empower students, and make learning more meaningful.

Join Our Info Session – Thursday, June 12 at 12:00pm ET

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We’re inviting educators, administrators, and trustees to a 30-minute virtual session designed to show how the Co-curricular Approach is working in real schools and how you can bring it to yours.

New to the Award or curious about the Co-curricular Approach? This session will give you all the information you need to get started.

Learn what the Co-curricular Approach is:
Discover how the Award framework can be embedded into your school to support personal development, student well-being, and whole-school success.

See It in action:
Hear stories from pilot schools in Ontario and Newfoundland and Labrador who are already seeing results.

Get clear information on getting started:
Understand what’s involved in delivering the Award including the training, resources, and support available to help you succeed.

Ask questions directly:
Join a live Q&A with our national education team to explore how this approach could work for your school or district.

Whether you’re aiming to enhance student engagement, strengthen well-being initiatives, or prepare youth for life beyond school, the Award provides a flexible, measurable, and proven way to do it.

Session Details:
Date: Thursday, June 12, 2025
Time: 12:00pm ET
Register here: Sign up now
Flyer: Download PDF

Why Schools Are Saying Yes to the Award

Award Canada’s Co-curricular Approach offers a supported, ready-to-use framework that enhances existing school programs. With dedicated training, practical resources, and expert guidance, your team can implement the Award in ways that align with your school’s priorities and capacity.

“Imagine earning a globally recognized accreditation while participating in activities you love. This framework allows students to set personal goals, gain additional SHSM (Specialist High Skills Major) certifications, and align their learning with real-world experiences.”
– Vicki Houston, Director of Education of Greater Essex County District School Board

Learn more: dukeofed.org/educators

Don’t miss this opportunity. Join us on June 12 and discover how schools can unlock new potential—for your students, your staff, and your community.

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