March 2021
Dear Parents and Guardians,
The Minister of Education announced that March Break — originally scheduled for March 15 to 19, 2021 — has now been delayed by approximately a month in hopes of reducing community transmission of COVID-19. On the advice of public health officials, the break is now scheduled for April 12 – 16, 2021.
Mental Health and Well-Being
The Toronto District School Board is committed to providing mental health and well-being support for students, their families and staff. For more information, including helpful resources and coping strategies, please visit the TDSB webpage for Mental Health and Well-Being [https://www.tdsb.on.ca/In-Person-Learning/Resources-During-Covid-19].
TDSB Participates in Ontario's Budget Consultations
On Friday, February 12, the Toronto District School Board submitted our funding request as part of Ontario’s Budget Consultations, which highlighted the following key budget areas:
- Special Education and Mental Health Support
- Technology
- Pandemic Impacts
- Capital Needs
- Education Development Charges
TDSB Reconvenes Search for Permanent Director of Education
The largest and most diverse school board in Canada, the Toronto District School Board, has officially reconvened the search process for its next Director of Education [https://www.tdsb.on.ca/About-Us/Director-of-Education/DirectorSearch]. Interested candidates are asked to apply by Friday, March 19, 2021.
The search process, which began in the Fall of 2020, was temporarily paused because of challenges associated with the pandemic. The Board is confident that the new timeline will provide more ideal conditions to improve the process and outcome.
Director of Education Search Video
Canada's largest and the most racially and socio-economically diverse school board is looking for its next Director of Education. Learn more about the TDSB and its search for the next Director of Education [https://bit.ly/3qWvnNa].
TDSB Earth Hour 2021
Earth Hour is a world-wide celebration where millions of people around the world turn off their lights for one hour to tackle the dual challenges facing the planet – climate change and loss of nature.
Join TDSB schools and offices on March 26, from 2 – 3 p.m., as we celebrate Earth Hour by turning off unnecessary lights and unplugging electronic devices. Additionally, families and community members can participate on March 27, from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Greek Heritage Month
March is Greek Heritage Month at the Toronto District School Board. It is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Greek Canadians to Canada, and an occasion to mark and enjoy the history of Greek culture.
The theme for this year is:
1821-2021
Freedom and Unity – Ελευθερíα και Ενóτητα
Learning From Our Roots…Shaping Our Future
