Week Ending Feb 25

Hello,

We are soon approaching March and the weather is still very "winter like" although Daylight Savings is around the corner and that means spring!!!

We continue to monitor on a daily basis the weather conditions and the Davisville/Spectrum school grounds to ensure the safety of our staff and students. We make daily announcements to staff and students to relay our plan for the day dependent on weather and conditions. We also follow TDSB practices and policies re: https://www.tdsb.on.ca/about-us/severe-weather).

To this effect we are implementing some changes effective Feb 28 (may change depending on future weather conditions):

The students of one of the Cohorts(Cohort 3-Armus/Dombrower, Harnick, Hannah, Andreasen, Kule) will be using the upper terrace during the a.m. and p.m. recess, effective Monday, Feb. 28. This has come as a result of having to shut down one of our outdoor Zones (terrain conditions unfavourable at this time).

The remaining 2 Cohorts will circulate between the 2 outdoor Zones (Turf and Pavement (where the basketball nets are)).

During our 1 hour lunch recess, we have been modifying depending on weather conditions and we will go with the 30 minute indoor and 30 minute outdoor using only 2 outdoor Zones, thus 2 Cohorts. While there are 2 Cohorts outdoors the 1 Cohort is indoors and then we switch after the 30 minutes.

We hope this helps explain better our process, practices, and our daily response which may change accorgindly.

Attention DPS Grade 5 and Grade 6 French Immersion & Spectrum Grade 8:

Please note that on Friday, March 4, the students will have the oppportunity to have their graduation photos taken by Clear Images. Davisville Grad flyer and Spectrum Grad flyer

Hearts and Minds Winter Newsletter: Hearts and Minds

Free Employment Services for Job Seekers in the GTA: Did you know the TDSB’s Community Services Unit offers job seekers free access to employment services? There are seven convenient Next-Steps Employment Centres across the GTA providing job seekers access to professional support and resources to get a job; secure training for a new career; and so much more. Visit www.next-steps.ca to learn more.

Free Enhanced Language Training Program: Individuals new to Canada can continue their professional careers through TDSB Community Services’ Enhanced Language Training (ELT) program. Internationally Experienced/Educated Professionals (IEPs) can sign up for ELT to receive in-class instruction on their sectors and gain the opportunity to secure work placement in their related industry. Learn more at www.elt4employment.ca.

International Languages: Elementary and African Heritage (ILE-AH): This free online program welcomes JK to Grade 8 students to learn a language (except for English and French) for 2.5 hours a week.  Learn more and register online today.

Learn4Life Adult General Interest Program: Learn a new skill or take up a hobby this spring with courses in art, computers, food, languages, fitness and much more! Both in-person and online classes are available. Registration opens February 23, 2022. View our online brochure for more information.

Adult ESL Program: Adult learners will have an opportunity to improve their English in-person and online with the TDSB.  A broad range of English as a Second Language classes will be available, from beginner to advanced levels. Learn more by visiting our program website. 

Kindergarten Registration 2022:
Kindergarten registration for all TDSB schools begins in February 1, 2022! 

For some frequently asked Welcome to Kindergarten questions please view the following: Kindergarten FAQ

Starting February 1, 2022, families will have the option to begin the 2022-2023 registration process online or to make an appointment with their school for a virtual face-to-face meeting to complete the registration process. Information and instructions about the registration process are available at www.tdsb.on.ca/kindergarten.

 Davisville and Spectrum Safe Arrival/Student Absence:

Please Call School Messenger directly 1-833-250-2290, between (7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.) to report child(ren’s)absence for the current day or future date. If you do not report your child(ren’s) absence(s) prior to the start of school day you will be contacted by School Messenger and you must indicate the reason for the absence.

absence. Please respond to safe arrival calls. The telephone number 833-250-2290 will display on the caller ID.

Student Pick-up Form:
Please see the following for  2021-2022 Davisville/Spectrum: Student Form For Early Pick-Up*Only*
Please make sure form is submitted prior to 12:00 p.m.  for early pick up.

School Bus Delays/Cancellations: 

TDSB website reporting delays or bus cancellations: www.torontoschoolbus.org

Davisville Spiritwear:

To order Davisville spiritwear check school cashonline, or visit  davisvillepublicschool.entripyshops.com

School Trustee's Weekly Newsletter - Ward 8:

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