OPTIONS Program

The St. Clair Catholic District School Board is pleased to partner with the Lambton Kent District School Board, St. Clair College, and Community Living Chatham-Kent to offer the OPTIONS Program in Chatham-Kent. 

What is the Options Program?

The OPTIONS program is an educational opportunity for students with an intellectual disability who are eligible to graduate from high school and who have participated in a co-op placement or have independent work experience. The program is designed to build a bridge between school, the community and the workplace.   It is a campus based program of up to two years duration and is designed for students aged 18-21.  The program offers students education and work training opportunities in an age-appropriate setting.  The aim of the program is to assist students in gaining independent work and living skills with the ultimate goal being to attain employment in the community.

OPTIONS students remain registered in high school throughout the program. The program is held at the St. Clair College (Chatham Campus) where the students may take advantage of the facilities available.  The two local Community Living Associations work closely with the OPTIONS students in supporting their work placements.

Options Curriculum

Co-op

Monday and Tuesday students are out on co-op. The staff at the Options Program and Community Living work closely at the beginning of the year to secure a placement in the students' chosen place of business. Hours will vary depending on the employers' needs. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from co-op on Monday and Tuesday. Public transport training is available for those students that need it.

In Class

Wednesday, Thursday and Friday students are in class at St. Clair College - Thames Campus. Areas of study include: 

The school day runs from 8:15am to 2:15pm.

Please see and example of our Options Application Form.