Dear Ward 13 students, families, friends and community,
Happy June!
I want to thank all of you for the ongoing support and patience you have shown throughout the year. Thank you to all the parents guardians and caregivers for actively supporting our students during these challenging times.
I also want to thank all the amazing administrators, teachers, support staff, and caretakes for their dedication and leadership throughout this roller-coaster of a school year.
Congratulation to all the graduates! We are fortunate to have in-person graduation and farewell ceremonies this year and I am looking forward to attending as many of them as I can. I look forward to meeting many of you in-person.
For the parents of students returning to the TDSB in September please be aware that school begins Wednesday September 7, 2022.
As always I want to thank you for your ongoing support and have a wonderful and safe summer!
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Heritage and History Months
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New Student Trustees Elected (2022-23) On April 28, 2022, students from across the Toronto District School Board voted online to elect their Student Trustees for the 2022-23 school year. Students were also able to learn more about the candidates via online campaign videos before casting their votes. This new, modern way of running student elections has continued to result in an increase in the number of students interested in the positions and overall votes.
Congratulations to our new Student Trustees:
Jeffrey Osaro, Northview Heights Secondary School
Naomi Musa, Central Toronto Academy
Isaiah Shafqat, who attends Kapapamahchakwew - Wandering Spirit School, will continue in his role as Indigenous Student Trustee.
Jeffrey and Naomi will join Isaiah as Student Trustees for the 2022-23 school year.
Congratulations!
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Student Interest Programs Policy
Trustees have approved the Student Interest Programs Policy which will improve access to the TDSB’s nearly 40 specialized schools and programs. This policy was developed following extensive consultation and feedback from students, parents/guardians, staff, and the broader community, as well as a review of best practices, system data, and TDSB enrollment trends. Learn more about the policy and the process.
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Anti-Bullying Strategies
Prevention and intervention strategies are being implemented in every school to address the serious, and negative impact of bullying on students. Some changes to our Caring and Safe Schools policies and procedures will help support student safety and well-being. Learn more about Bullying Prevention at TDSB.
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Family and Caregiver Early Literacy Guide
The Family and Caregiver Early Literacy Guide provides an overview of the foundational early reading skills and essential instructional approaches and includes strategies for families and caregivers that extend, respond and honour children’s competencies in early literacy. Learn more about Family and Caregiver Early Literacy
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Enhanced Language Training for Newcomers to Canada Internationally educated, trained or experienced professionals new to Canada can sign up for Community Services’ free Enhanced Language Training (ELT). Receive career-specific instruction and the opportunity to gain Canadian work experience through ELT. Sign up at www.elt4employment.ca
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Learn4Life General Interest Summer Program – Registration Now Open Meet new friends in the city this summer and take up a fun new hobby. Registration for Learn4Life’s summer program is now open with a number of different courses in categories such as Art, Health and Wellness, Dance, Languages, Sewing and much more! New courses this summer include:
- Online Piano Keyboarding Beginner Level 4 Plus - POP Edition
- Overcome Unhealthy Habits and Feel Transformed – Online
- Data Analysis with Excel - Boot Camp – Online
- Managing Menopause Naturally – Online
Both in-person and online courses available. For more information, please visit www.learn4life.ca
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Summer Programs Explore various TDSB summer programs for elementary, secondary and adult learners now open for registration. Programs include:
Elementary: Elementary Summer School, Extended Day Program – Summer Camp, International Languages and African Heritage Language & Culture Program, Outdoor Education Summer Camp, Summer Music & Art Camps
Secondary: Credit Courses for e-Summer High School (online), Continuing Education Secondary Credit Summer Programs, International Leadership and Peer Support Program
Adult: Adult ESL Summer Program, Learn4Life General Interest Courses
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Bicycle Safety
With warmer weather approaching, children may be participating in more outdoor activities like bike riding. To help keep children safe while playing outdoors this summer please follow social distancing and all other guidelines provided by Toronto Public Health.
When children are riding their bicycles, parents and caregivers can take steps to protect them.
Here's how:
An adult should always supervise children 10 years of age or younger when they are using a bicycle or other wheeled sports equipment. Even older children may need on-going supervision when riding near the road.
Make sure children wear the correct helmet properly when they ride. Ontario's bike helmet law requires all children and youth under age 18 to wear an approved bike helmet when riding a bicycle.
Keep children away from traffic when they use wheeled sports equipment. Make sure they ride in a safe place.
Teach children how to:
a) steer, brake, and ride in a straight line
b) wear the right safety gear, and
c) do a safety check every time they ride a bicycle, scooter, skateboard, use in-line skates or wear shoes with wheels.
Be within arm's reach when your children are learning to ride any wheeled equipment.
Always walk a bicycle, scooter, or skateboard across a street intersection, instead of riding across.
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Tell children that you are happy when you see them riding safely.
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Remind children of the safety rules when they forget.
Be a good role model - wear a helmet and safety gear yourself. Children copy what adults do.
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Backpack and School Supplies Drive
All students should have access to backpacks and school supplies to help them get the most out of their school experience – and you and/or your business can help our students and families in need with a donation to the TDSB’s Backpack & School Supplies Drive!
Backpacks and school supplies can be expensive. They can also wear out easily or are often lost or misplaced by students throughout the school year. They represent a difficult purchase for some students and for their families.
The TDSB is Canada’s largest and most diverse school board, with more than 247,000 students in 583 schools across Toronto. One in every three children live in poverty right here in our city and many of our students are new to Canada. We know that there are many students who are not equipped with school supplies for the school year. As we continue to deal with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the need is even greater for many of our families.
This year’s Backpacks & School Supplies Drive will run from March 1, 2022 to the end of September 2022. Individual donors and companies can help our students by making a monetary donation and/or a donation of new backpacks and school supplies. Tax receipts are available for these donations.
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Communication to Parents/Guardians To help you find recent communication from the TDSB to parents/guardians easier, you can now visit this webpage which includes past letters in one space.
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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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Upcoming Meetings
The next Regular Board Meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 29, 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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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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