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 Taylor Lloyd, Social & Community Program Coordinator | [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.

Fall 2025 Applications Open on Monday, May 26 at NOON!

Apply Soon!

Program Details

Cost
Dates
Days of the Week
Duration
Time
Location
Gr. 6 - 8
Cost
$100***
Dates
October 8 - December 3**
Days of the Week
Wednesdays (weekly)
Duration
8 sessions
Time
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Location
Our Lady of The Holy Rosary Elementary School (41 Collier Road S., Thorold)*
Gr. 9 - 10
Cost
$100***
Dates
October 9 - December 4**
Days of the Week
Thursdays (weekly)
Duration
8 sessions
Time
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Location
TBD (St. Catharines/Thorold)

*** Fees subject to change. If you require financial assistance, subsidy and payment plans may be available.
** There will be no programs the week of October 13-17
* Location subject to change.

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