LD Student Social

Programs

Small Group Social Program

Grades 6-8 & 9-10 (NEW!)

LD Student Social is a small-group program for students who are experiencing secondary characteristics associated with learning difficulties (i.e., low self-esteem, poor social and/or emotional regulation) due to a diagnosed, identified, or suspected learning disability.

These sessions offer a safe and inclusive space for students with learning disabilities to meet and connect with other students who share similar life experiences as a result of their learning disability.

The goal of this program is to instill confidence, self-esteem, and a sense of belonging among the participants while helping them to build coping and self-advocacy skills. Sessions incorporate a combination of discussion, instruction, and engaging games and activities in a small-group setting. 

Questions? Contact Ciara Pember, Social & Community Program Coordinator (Leave Coverage) | [email protected]

Program Eligibility

This program is intended for students who are:
  • In Grades 6 through 8 or Grades 9 through 10 at time of participation;
  • Diagnosed with, or suspected to have, a Learning Disability* (click here for the definition of a Learning Disability);
  • Not diagnosed/identified with an intellectual disability or have significant behavioural support needs.
While exceptionalities such as Autism, Mild Intellectual Disability, etc. may impact an individual’s learning, a Learning Disability is a specific impairment and is distinct from these and other exceptionalities.

Applications for the Fall 2026 program season are now open!

Applications for the Fall 2026 program season are now open!
Click Here to Apply!

Program Details

Cost
Dates
Days of the Week
Duration
Time
Location
Grade 6-8 Group
Cost
$100.00*
Dates
October 7- Decemeber 16
Days of the Week
Wednesdays
Duration
8 weeks
Time
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Location
Our Lady of the Holy Rosary School, Thorold**
Grade 9-10 Group
Cost
$100.00*
Dates
October 8- Decemeber 17
Days of the Week
Thursdays
Duration
8 weeks
Time
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Location
Denis Morris High School, St. Catharines**

*Fees subject to change. Subsidy or payment plans may be available.
**Location tentative and subject to change.

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