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Upcoming Ward Forums
All Ward 14 - Don Valley East school councils, parents/guardians, students, staff, and community members are invited to join me at my ward forums to learn more about what is happening in our schools, communtiies, and throughout the TDSB. Childminding and and interpreters are available by request.
SPECIALIZED PROGRAMSMonday, February 3, 2020 7:00pm-9:00pmVictoria Park CollegiatePlease join me to learn more about the Board's current review of secondary schools and the development of a new specialized programs policy.
PARENT & COMMUNITY ENGAGMENT POLICY CONSULTATION
Thursday, March 12, 2020 6:30pm-8:30pmLocation TBDA joint event for Ward 14 - Don Valley East and Ward 11 - Don Valley West. Please join me and Trustee Chernos-Lin for a consultation on the Parent & Community Engagement Policy with Central Coordinator Michelle Munroe.
AN EVENING WITH DIRECTOR JOHN MALLOYTuesday, March 24th 7:00pm-9:00pmGeorges Vanier S.S.A joint event for Ward 14 - Don Valley East and Ward 13 - Don Valley North.
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TDSB Updates
LABOUR NEGOTATIONS UPDATESPOLICY CONSULTATIONSShare your thoughts about our policy decisions by participating in the TDSB's public consultations.
P013 Attendance at Schools Outside of Designated Attendance Area (formerly Optional Attendance)Closing date February 3, 2020Please note that this policy, P013, covers optional attendance at regular schools and schools with French programs. Specialized schools and programs will be covered by a different policy to be developed over the coming months.
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATIONChildren who will be four years old by December 31, 2020, can start Junior Kindergarten in September 2020. Registration for the 2020-2021 school year will open on Monday, February 3, 2020. Learn more about the program and how to register at www.tdsb.on.ca/EarlyYears/KindergartenMonth
EXTENDED FRENCH REGISTRATIONRegistration is now open for students currently in grade 3 who wish to enter the Extended French program in September 2020. Learn more about the program and how to register at www.tdsb.on.ca/Elementary-School/School-Choices/French-Programs/Extended-FrenchApplication deadline: January 31, 2020
PARENT PARTICIPATION IN VICE PRINCIPAL INTERVIEWS
The Toronto District School Board currently includes a Parent Representative on Vice-Principal Interview Committees and is seeking interested parent volunteers to be part of the interview team. In order to participate in the Spring 2020 Vice-Principal interview process, parents are required to:
1. Fill out an expression of interest survey 2020.https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Spring2020PVP before January 24, 2020.
2. Attend a training session scheduled for February 11, 2020, between 6 to 7:30 pm, at the Board’s main office at 5050 Yonge Street.
3. Be available all day to participate on two of the planned interview dates as listed below:
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
Wednesday, February 26, 2020
Tuesday, March 3, 2020
ONLINE CONSULTATIONS FOR SECONDARY PROGRAM REVIEW & OPTIONAL ATTENDANCE POLICY
Two virtual public consultation meetings are scheduled for Thursday, January 30, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Join the 1:00 p.m. session here. Join the 7:00 p.m. session here. Learn more at https://www.tdsb.on.ca/High-School/Secondary-Program-Review
2020-2021 OPTIONAL ATTENDANCE Elementary Schools (applying for September 2020 admission)
Download the form at http://ppf.tdsb.on.ca/uploads/files/live/91/2033.pdf Applications must be received by Friday, February 14, 2020. Secondary Schools (applying for September 2020 admission)
Download the form at http://ppf.tdsb.on.ca/uploads/files/live/98/455.pdf Applications must be received by Friday, January 31, 2020Note: It is the parent/guardian’s responsibility to deliver this application (no faxed or scanned copies) to the school or schools of choice.
SEVERE WINTER WEATHERFrom time to time, it’s possible that severe winter weather could lead to the cancellation of student transportation, classes or programs or, on rare occasions, the closure of schools and administrative sites. Should a cancellation or closure be necessary, information will be posted on the TDSB web site, TDSB social media, and provided to local media by 6 a.m. For more information, please see the TDSB webpage for Severe Weather.
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Save the date! Join us for the Parents as Partners Conference on Saturday, March 28, 2020! This all-inclusive conference is organized by TDSB parents for TDSB parents, guardians and caregivers. Participate in workshops, network with parents and community agencies, and learn new strategies to support your child’s success. Registration opens soon.
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ONTARIO LINE PUBLIC CONSULTATION Residents of Don Valley East can provide input into the planning for the proposed Ontario Line train service. If you are interested in finding out what the plans are for the Ontario Line, Metrolinx is holding a winter open house: Thursday, January 23rd 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Ontario Science Centre Telus Room
770 Don Mills Road
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CITY OF TORONTO P.A. DAY CAMPS
Looking for activities to keep the kids busy on P.A. Days this winter? Explore action-packed P.A. Day camps and events at Toronto History Museums. From arts and crafts, cooking and music workshops to creative games and activities led by historical interpreters, kids of all ages will have the chance to try something new!
https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events
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Dates to Remember
FEBRUARY
3 - Ward Forum at Victoria Park Collegiate
14 - Board-wide PA Day
17 - Family Day (no school)
MARCH
12 - Ward Forum (location TBD)
16 to 20 - March Break
24 - Ward Forum at Georges Vanier SS
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