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The Triangle Program is one of three classrooms that make up Oasis Alternative Secondary School. Visit our About page to learn more.

Second Semester Registration for 2011-2012

Triangle still accepting new students for second semester

Call Triangle at 416-393-8443 to setup an intake meeting. Please note the required paperwork for your meeting.

Triangle Students Claim their Place as Storytellers through WRTN/SPKN

WRTN/SPKNWRTN/SPKN is a story writing and story telling project that took place at the Triangle Program with a group of LGBTQ high school students in grades 9,10,11,and 12.  For several weeks,we explored creative writing (particularly memoir) through practices including free association,“cut-up,” word strings,found poetry,and collaborative writing. We experimented with voice and form,and the relationship between the written and spoken,and visually explored word. Throughout our creative process,students were encouraged to claim their place as storytellers and experts in their own experience. I provided guidance for the work being produced,but students’ areas of interest (themes and motifs) led the project. Our work together culminated in the production and presentation of individual zines.There was consensus amongst the students that the video should be posted and distributed online,and available to everyone as an educational tool. Triangle students particularly want to reach out to other youth who have been or are being bullied at school— and those who can make a big difference:school boards and trustees,school administrators,educators,and guidance counselors.Many students said that if it weren’t for the Triangle Program,they wouldn’t be in school. Triangle students recognize education as a right for all students,and that safety,or lack thereof,reduces access to education for LGBTQ students,and many other students for a broad variety of systemic reasons. Triangle students would like their stories and creative work to be a beacon for all youth who are struggling with safety and acceptance.--Anna Camilleri,artist educatorMore InformationWhat is a zine?A zine is usually a non-commercial,non-professional publication,kind of like a magazine but with a twist. The main differencebetween a magazine and a zine is that zines are not out there to make a profit but,rather,to add other,often unheard voices into the mix. Zines are usually made out of interest and passion and are often self-published by the writer/artist/creator.From <http://artmatters.ca/wp/2008/08/what-is-a-zine/>

Registration Information for Second Semester

If you are a   student,under the age of 21,in need of a safer space to complete your education due to your sexual or gender identity,the Triangle Program is beginning the registration process for second semester.Step 1:Attend an information sessionAll interested students must attend one information session. The information session is a chance for students and caregivers to learn about the school,expectations and the programs we offer.We do not register students in these sessions. After attending a session and speaking to staff,if the Triangle Program seems like the right choice for a student,an individual intake meeting will be scheduled.Information Session Dates
  • Monday,December 19th:4:00 - 5:00pm
  • Monday,January 16th:5:00 - 6:00pm 
Please book a space for one of the above information sessions by calling 416-393-8443 or by emailing anthony.grandy@tdsb.on.caIf you are under 18,a caregiver should accompany you if possible.Step 2:Attend a scheduled in-take meeting.The intake meeting is an opportunity for students,parents and guardians to meet staff and for staff to learn more about the student and their needs. If both parties are satisfied that the Triangle Program is an appropriate space for the student’s academic success,registration will be done and a start date set.What to bring to the intake meeting:
  1. Birth certificate
  2. OHIP card
  3. Proof of address (eg Phone Bill,Drivers license)
  4. Copy of IEP (if applicable)
  5. MOST IMPORTANT:Credit counselling summary from your last high school
In-take meetings will take place by appointment on Friday,January 27th.Step 3:Attend OrientationOrientation will occur Friday,February 3rd:9:30am-3:30am.Orientation is mandatory and is the first day of school for second semester. Students that do not attend orientation will not be enrolled into the program.

Spaces Still Available for Students Wishing to Register!!!

Spaces are still available for first semester for students needing a safer space to obtain their education or for students wishing to experience the Ontario curriculum through a LGBTQ lens. Contact us if you want to schedule an in-take meeting.

Triangle Student Registration –2011-12

Registration for the 2011-2012 school year will happen September 6-9th,2011.Click here for more information