July 4, 2011 11:15 AM - Ontario Ministry of Education
Today, Ontario students are ranked among the best in the world, have higher test scores and more than ever are graduating and going on to college, university or an apprenticeship.
That is just some of the good news found in Ontario’s 2011 Progress Report. The annual Progress Report shows the results Ontarians are achieving together.
Full-day kindergarten, more spaces for college and university students, and an increase in apprentices are some of Ontario’s education achievements.
Other achievements include:
■A high school graduation rate of 81 per cent in 2009-10, up from 68 per cent in 2003-04
■Over 44,000 laid-off workers have enrolled in training funded through Second Career
■ Since 2003, we have invested in programs and services across Ontario to help over 41,000 newcomers get language training, and become job-ready or licensed in their field with more than 220 bridge training programs.
Ontario’s economic success depends on a strong, publicly funded education system. That means investing in skills and education and helping students of all ages reach their full potential
