Ward 14 Students, Parents/Guardians and community members,
as we approach the end of another school year, I wanted to take a moment to share with you a final newsletter before summer break. It's hard to believe how quickly time has flown by.
I encourage you to find the time to relax, recharge, and reconnect with friends and family. See you in September!
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School Year Calendar
It’s June and the end of the school year is near! But please mark your calendars - the first day of school for the 2023-2024 School Year will be Tuesday, September 5, 2023! For a full list of key dates for the upcoming school year, please visit the TDSB’s School Year Calendar web page.
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Budget Town Hall Meetings
We are holding two virtual Budget Town Hall meetings to ensure that you and all members of the TDSB community have the opportunity to hear directly from staff about the 2023-24 budget, ask questions and share your feedback with us. I encourage you to join us on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at 1 p.m. or 7 p.m. to take part. Members of the public can also sign up to delegate at a Special FBEC meeting on Monday, June 12 at 4:30 p.m. The deadline to register a delegation for this meeting is Friday, June 9 at 12 p.m. Learn more.
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George S. Henry Evening
A wonderful evening celebrating an animated short Refresh, created and produced by George S. Henry students; thank you to Reel Start for your mentorship and collaboration. Congratulations to the students, volunteers, teachers, and those involved.
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| Fade Read, Habiba Hashi, Kaleb Balcha, Masar Saleem, Muskeena Rezai, Naomi Kovalenko, Tashneel Ahmed, Sabrina Wassay, Tattiana Marulanda, Mrs. Hehus, Mrs. Slover, Mrs. Lee
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| Mandi Price, Leah Solis,Tashneel Ahmed and Tattiana Marulanda
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National Indigenous History Month
June is National Indigenous History Month, and June 21st is National Indigenous Peoples Day. This is time to celebrate and learn from First Nations, Métis and Inuit people about the diverse cultures, histories, experiences, creations, perspectives, and achievements. All month long, the Urban Indigenous Education Centre is hosting several events and celebrations with David A. Robertson, Tasha Spillett, Elder Albert McLeod, along with Two-Spirit & Indigiqueer Pride launched by Elder Blu Water. I encourage you to get involved and learn more here.
Italian Heritage Month
Italian Heritage Month is proudly recognized during the month of June at the TDSB since May 2012. The Province of Ontario also marks Italian Heritage Month since 2010 because the Italian Heritage Month Act was passed. Did you know that this year marks the 90th anniversary of the Christie Pits riot that took place in Toronto in August 1933? To commemorate this dark moment in Toronto’s history, the TDSB’s Jewish Heritage Committee in collaboration with the Italian Heritage Committee are offering TDSB students a chance to learn about the largest race riot in Canadian history. Click here to learn more.
Portuguese- Speaking Heritage Month
Portuguese- Speaking Heritage Month is proudly recognized during the month of June at the TDSB and has been since 2011. The Province of Ontario passed the Celebration of Portuguese Heritage Act in 2001. This year, the theme for Portuguese-speaking Heritage Month is “Alegria / Joy!” The contributions of the Portuguese-speaking community to Canada are significant as they include the arts, sports, music, culinary arts, and many professional contributions to education and medicine. To join us in celebrating Portuguese-speaking Heritage Month, find more information here.
June is Pride Month
We are celebrating Pride month in June! The TDSB marks Pride Month across all TDSB schools and sites. Pride Month is a time to celebrate 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and reflect on the important work that must continue to make our schools and workplaces more inclusive, welcoming and affirming for all. Learn more on the TDSB Pride webpage
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REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR OUR 2023 ONSITE SUMMER CAMP!
SPOTS ARE LIMITED. FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED!
The Deadline to apply is Wednesday, June 21st at 11:59 p.m. We will accept 350 children maximum. Register now and register early. It's a first come, first served situation. Registration may have to be closed once our camp is deemed full. Camp this year also includes academic tutoring!
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Summer Learning Programs – Inspired to Excel
The TDSB is thrilled to offer summer learning programs to provide students and families with rich Culturally Relevant and Responsive Pedagogical (CRRP) programming alongside strong literacy and numeracy practices. Students enrolled in our Pre-Kindergarten Inspired to Excel summer programs participate in virtual African Drumming, Storytelling, Spoken Word, Visual Arts and/or Reggaecise activities with community-based arts educators. Students are encouraged to engage in activities that reinforce positive racial identity, honour the lived experiences of learners and explore methods of creative expression. Register your child in the Africentric Pre-Kindergarten Summer Learning Program or the Culturally Relevant and Responsive Pre-Kindergarten Summer Learning Program.
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Steps to Address Your Questions and Concerns
Here at the TDSB, we are always open to hearing your questions and concerns, and make every effort to address them as quickly as possible. Your child's classroom teacher is the first point of contact, followed by the school's principal, the school superintendent, and me, your Trustee! For more information visit https://www.tdsb.on.ca/Contact-Us/Steps-to-Address-Questions-Concerns.
Upcoming Meetings
The next Regular Board Meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 14, 2023. For a list of upcoming meetings, please click on the calendar on the main webpage of www.tdsb.on.ca.
Stay Connected with your School
The TDSB now offers two new ways to stay connected with your school and the TDSB.
Learn about opting in for text messages and using the School Messenger app, which provides a faster and easier way to report absences.
Follow the TDSB
Join the conversations happening on TDSB's social media communities. You'll find the most up-to-date information about us on our Twitter, Facebook and Instagram accounts.
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