Our School
Resource Services
At Francis Libermann, we believe that each child is unique and possesses their own special talents. We work within an inclusive environment to meet the needs of students with diverse and exceptional learning needs.
We strive to provide appropriate programs and services in a nurturing, respectful, and inclusive atmosphere. Francis Libermann supports its teachers through a collaborative school team that works together to provide excellent resources and support to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
We serve students who have been identified as exceptional through the IPRC process, as well as students who may be experiencing academic difficulties and could benefit from additional instructional support.
Offered Services
Learning Strategies (GLE) Course
The Learning Strategies (GLE) course is a credit-bearing course designed for students who require support in improving their learning skills and/or academic achievement. Students are taught skills for school success, including organization, note-taking, textbook reading strategies, listening skills, literacy, and numeracy. These skills are then applied using content from the core subject areas.
Intensive Support Program (ISP) – Life Skills
The Intensive Support Program (ISP) – Life Skills is designed for students who are not working toward an Ontario Secondary School Diploma. This non-credit program focuses on developing functional academics, life skills, and workplace readiness within the local community.
Monitoring Teacher
Each student with an Individual Education Plan (IEP) and/or an exceptional identification is assigned a Monitoring Teacher. The Monitoring Teacher is responsible for developing and updating the student's IEP, presenting the student at an IPRC meeting (when applicable), and monitoring their academic progress throughout the school year.
Your Child's Day
Whether your child is taking locally developed or de-streamed courses in Grade 9, their day will look much like that of any other student. Francis Libermann is a non-semestered school operating on a Day 1/Day 2 schedule. Students move from class to class each period. If they are enrolled in the GLE course, classes are taught by a teacher with Special Education qualifications.
Intensive Support Program Classes
Our program takes place in a Special Education classroom setting with partial integration opportunities. Each class is taught by a dynamic staff member who is qualified in Special Education. Classes are primarily held in Rooms 142, 143, 144, and the gymnasium.
The program focuses on the development of essential life skills, including:
Personal life skills
Transit training
Community exploration
Language and communication skills
Numeracy
Money management
Faith development
Contact Us
Thank you for visiting the Special Education Department. Should you have any questions, please contact the Department Head at 416-393-5524.