| Trustee Update Zakir Patel • Ward 19: Scarborough - Guildwood
Toronto District School Board
Tel: 416-395-8787 • Cell: 647-709-7973
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Happy Diwali
This year Diwali falls on Monday October 24, 022. Diwali is India’s most important festival of the year—a time to celebrate the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. Widely observed among more than a billion people from a variety of faiths across India and its diaspora, the five days of Diwali are marked by prayer, feasts, fireworks, family gatherings, and charitable giving. For some, Diwali is also the beginning of a new year.
But Diwali is perhaps best known as a festival of lights. Derived from the Sanskrit dipavali, which means “row of lights”.
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Open Houses and Important Dates
A smooth transition from Grade 8 to Grade 9 contributes to a strong foundation for success in secondary school and beyond. Grade 8 is a time for students to look to the future and to begin thinking about their selection of courses for Grade 9 and throughout high school. The information and links below will assist Grade 8 students and families in planning:
Please note: There is a ‘Translate’ button at the top of the TDSB website that will translate the contents of the web pages to your preferred language.
The TDSB will be hosting a series of Preparing for High School Information Sessions, including:
- Grade 8 to Grade 9 Transitions: Taking place on November 1, 2022, this session will focus on the Top 10 Tips and Considerations in the Transition to High School. This presentation is designed to augment the work already taking place through secondary open houses and at the Grade 8 schools. For more information, visit the TDSB Beyond 8 website.
- Student Interest Programs: Taking place on November 3, 2022, this session will provide more information about local programs, out-of-area admissions and applying to central student interest programs, including:
- Arts Focus Programs/Schools
- CyberARTS Programs
- Elite Athlete Programs
- Exceptional Athlete Programs
- Integrated Technology School
- International Baccalaureate Programs
- Leadership Pathway Program
- Math, Science & Technology Programs
To further support students and families with the application process, TDSB staff will be hosting three (3) Central Program Admissions Support Sessions to answer questions that students or families may have when completing the Central Student Interest Program Application. Live, online support will be available on the following dates:
- Virtual Secondary Alternative Schools Fair: Taking place on November 9, 2022, this session will introduce families to the Alternative schools that offer Grade 9 to 12 programming. Alternative schools are highly engaged, smaller school environments. They use non-traditional hands-on approaches to learning. Each school has a distinct identity and focus. Alternative schools are ideal for students seeking an alternative to mainstream education and who want to take an active role in their own learning. Visit the Alternative Schools in the TDSB website for more information.
Webinar Details:
The Preparing For High Schools Series webinar details, including the link to register and request an interpreter, can be found below. Additionally, families can join the webinar link via Zoom or via Youtube using the links provided.
Preparing for High School Session
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Link to Register and Request an Interpreter
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November 1, 2022
7:00pm - 8:30pm
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November 3, 2022
7:00pm - 8:30pm
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November 9, 2022
7:00pm - 8:30pm
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Students with Special Education Needs
Students with special education needs for whom a change in setting or program is being considered for Grade 9 will be discussed at the School Support Team (SST) meeting (this meeting will occur with the parent(s)/guardian(s) and the SST).
Grade 8 to 9 Transition Timeline
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Join us on Saturday, October 22 and Sunday, October 23, 2022! This year, you can attend the conference virtually and also join our pre-conference sessions in person.
TDSB is committed to parent, caregiver, and community engagement as an essential element in our shared efforts to improve outcomes for children throughout their lives. Our role is to help build capacity by successfully engaging parents and caregivers, strengthening home-school partnerships, and aligning our collective efforts.
The Parents and Caregivers as Partners Conference 2022 provides an opportunity to highlight innovation and high-impact strategies for partnering, collaborating, and nurturing parents and caregiversʼ partnerships and alliances.
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Adult LearnersThe TDSB serves adults at all stages in their lives and careers through our credit programs, general interest courses and ESL classes.
Continue to learn with us!
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Early French Immersion (Kindergarten entry)
For families interested in the Toronto District School Board's system-wide French Immersion Program, we offer an online process to apply for Early French Immersion (begins in JK). An offer of placement in the program (not a specific school) is guaranteed to all on-time applicants. The timeline to apply to the Early French Immersion program for September 2023: Applications must be completed online between October 31 and November 25, 2022.
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Secondary School Open Houses and Information Nights
To help you make an informed decision when choosing a school, TDSB schools will host in-person open houses and information sessions for parents/guardians and students between November and January.Learn everything you need to know about our incredible variety of schools, programs and courses.If you have questions about a specific school or open house, please contact the school directly for more information.More information
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Elementary School Open Houses and Inforamtion Nights
To locate your designated home school by address, please Find Your School - By Address. Schools that offer Central Student Interest Programs and local programs will host open houses and information sessions for parents/guardians and students between November and February.
Learn everything you need to know about our incredible variety of schools and programs.If you have questions about a specific school, please visit the school’s website or contact the school directly for more information. More information
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Secondary Central Student Interest Programs
TDSB students have access to programs that offer unique opportunities and focus on a variety of interests.
Check out the elementary central student interest programs here.
Students apply to Centralized Programs through an online application that will be available in November. Learn more about Applications and Admissions.
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TDSB System Calendar
There are many ways for parents/guardians and school community members to get involved, learn, connect and participate in TDSB activities and events. Visit this page often and see what's coming up!
The first day of school for elementary and secondary schools for the 2022-2023 school year is Wednesday, September 7, 2022. See more detailed calendars below.
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Upcoming Meetings
The next Regular Board Meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 26, 2022. For a list of upcoming meetings, please click on the calendar on the main webpage of www.tdsb.on.ca.
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TDSB UpdateSign-up for TDSB Update and stay informed about recent Board decisions and district-wide news.
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Follow the TDSBJoin 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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