Inclusive Recreation Programs

The SCDSB offers a variety of inclusive social and recreational programs for students with a developmental profile consistent with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The programs focus on using recreation, music, coding, problem solving, and play to support social skills development. Programs are typically run in fall, winter and spring sessions.

Parents/guardians are an important part of the programs and will receive resources and support to help the children develop and practice new skills at home and at school. 

Information regarding the programs is outlined below. When available, information and applications for upcoming sessions are posted on this page as well.

Upcoming session details

 

Journey to Success Social Skills Program

Monday to Friday, July 7 to 18, virtual
Session One - 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. 


Apply for the Journey to Success program by June 20.


Limited spaces are available. Completion of the application form does not guarantee enrolment into the program. You may be contacted for a telephone interview or screening session to assess if the program is appropriate for your child.

Journey to Success Social Skills Program

The Journey to Success Social Skills program is a virtual interactive program designed to improve the conversational and problem-solving skills of children with a developmental profile consistent with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) by focusing on teamwork. This series aims to target various life skills while providing a fun and interactive experience.

Parents/guardians will receive information and strategies to help develop and practice new skills at home and at school.

Workshop goals
  • Problem solving
  • Communication
  • Adaptability
  • Time management
  • Social skills
  • Sensory integration
Participation requirements
  • Child must have a developmental profile consistent with ASD
  • Child is able to attend daily virtual sessions for a 10-day period
  • Demonstrates emerging social skills and an interest in building relationships with same-aged peers

The program will be fully subsidized by the SCDSB and facilitated by Tia Services.