March 30th, 2026

The Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) will be administered for all Grade 10 students at JHSS on Wednesday, April 15th. This day is also our Assessment and Evaluation Day for all other students in Grades 9, 11, and 12. 

Successful completion of this literacy requirement is a mandatory component of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).

What is the OSSLT?

The Ontario Secondary School Literacy test (OSSLT) is a computer-based assessment divided into two parts:

  • Part 1: Focuses on reading. Students read three passages and complete a series of multiple-choice and open-response questions.
  • Part 2: Focuses on reading comprehension and writing. After reading two passages, students complete multiple-choice questions and write a multi-paragraph opinion piece on a provided topic.

Test Administration & Accessibility

The test is administered online. Students MUST use their board-provided Chromebooks. The platform includes several built-in accessibility and wellness tools:

  • A help menu  
  • A text-to-speech function that reads the text on the screen out loud  
  • Zoom in and zoom out  
  • A line reader that helps students focus on one line of text at a time 
  • A high-contrast view
  • Annotation tools 
  • A tool for rough notes

Schedule: Wednesday, April 15th

Please ensure your student arrives on time. Room assignments will be shared closer to the test date.

Official Test Date: April 15, 2026 
8:10 – 9:25 A Block – OSSLT Administration  75 minutes
9:35 – 10:45  B Block – OSSLT Administration 70 minutes
10:45 – 11:45

Lunch 

If a student needs extra time to write

Option A – continue writing during lunch in the extra time location

Option B – take lunch break and return to the extra time location at 11:45

 60 minutes 
11:45 – 1:00 Period D  75 minutes
1:05 – 2:25  Period C 75 minutes

 

Preparation Resources

  • Practice Test: A staff-supported practice test will be held in Period A  –  Wednesday, April 8th.
  • Brightspace Online Resource: Students have been invited to a self-directed OSSLT Prep Course in Brightspace. Brightspace OSSLT Prep Course
  • Targeted Prep Sessions: Teachers will lead sessions on various test portions
  • Independent practice:  available on the EQAO Practice Site
  • Google Classroom code: u3fhkp2

Success Checklist for Test Day

  1. Be Punctual: Arrive before the 8:10 AM start time.
  2. Charge Up: Ensure the WRDSB Chromebook is fully charged and in working order.
  3. Fuel Up: Eat a healthy meal before the test.
  4. Stay Positive: Encourage your student to do their best!

Questions?

For more information, visit the EQAO website or contact VP Tim Sargeant at tim_sargeant@wrdsb.ca

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