October 2023
Dear Students, Parents and Caregivers,
Celebrating Good News
I encourage you to read about some of the recent events, initiatives and great things happening across the Toronto District School Board, including:
Multi-Year Strategic Plan (MYSP) Renewal
The TDSB wants to hear from you! Please consider taking the time to complete the MYSP online survey and share your thoughts about what the TDSB’s priorities should be for 2023-2027. To learn more about how to contribute, please visit: www.tdsb.on.ca/MYSPrenewal.
Early French Immersion (Junior Kindergarten Entry) Application Deadline
If your family is interested in the Toronto District School Board's system-wide French Immersion Program, we are pleased to offer an online process to apply for Early French Immersion (which begins in Junior Kindergarten). To apply to the Early French Immersion Program for September 2024, please complete the online applications between November 6 and December 1, 2023. Families with an older sibling currently in an Early French Immersion program are still required to complete an online application for the new student. For more information, please visit: Early French Immersion or the Application Process.
Professional Activity (PA) Days Update
As you know, during the school year, school staff participate in a number of Professional Activity (PA) Days. Starting this school year, boards of education are now required to publicly share detailed information about PA Days, as outlined in Policy and Program Memorandum (PPM) 151. Please note, all information and details will be posted to www.tdsb.on.ca/PAdays at least 14 days in advance of the scheduled PA Day.
Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) Conference
I am happy to inform you that the second annual Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) Conference: Creating Possibilities for Black Students in K-12 Education and Leadership is taking place Saturday, October 28th at York University. Join us for 16 exciting research presentations that focus on themes such as Black student experiences in K-12 education; transforming student learning and more! For more information and to RSVP, please view our RSVP Form
Register Now! Parents and Caregivers as Partners Conference
You are invited to join us for the Parents and Caregivers as Partners Conference on October 21 and 22, 2023. This year’s conference is focused on Joy in the Journey of Learning and will be a weekend full of presentations. Visit www.parentsaspartners.ca for more information and to register to attend.
TDSB Recognizes National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
Islamic Heritage Month at the TDSB
The TDSB proudly recognizes Islamic Heritage Month (IHM) during the month of October. This year’s theme is Salaam: Joy, Excellence, Belonging. We are thrilled to offer several educational opportunities that are being organized for all TDSB students to further learn about Islamic traditions and customs. To learn more about Islamic Heritage Month and how you can get involved please visit the Islamic Heritage Month webpage.
Somali Heritage Month at the TDSB
We are proud to recognize Somali Heritage Month during the month of October. This year the committee is continuing to expand on the selected theme Educate. Elevate. Excel. Several educational opportunities are being organized for all TDSB students to further learn about Somali traditions and customs. To learn more, visit the Somali Heritage Month webpage.
Upcoming Ward Forum
TDSB is Renewing its Multi-Year Strategic Plan
All members of the TDSB school community are invited to Have Your Say! We encourage you to take advantage of the opportunities to contribute to the conversation. Learn more at: www.tdsb.on.ca/MYSPRenewal
Ward 19 Trustee Zakir Patel and Ward 22 Trustee Anu Sriskandarajah invite you to a virtual Ward Forum to provide your input into the TDSB’s renewed Multi-Year Strategic Plan.
Thursday, October 26, 2023, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM via ZOOM
Please REGISTER HERE to let us know you will be attending and if you require any accommodation to participate in this discussion. Please note, this meeting is specifically for parents / guardians / caregivers, community members, and students in TDSB Wards 19 & 22. There will be additional meetings held by the other wards. Thank you!
