Covid-19 TPH:
The health,
safety and well-being of staff and students remains our top priority. One of
the most important things we can do to slow the spread of COVID-19 in our
schools, is for students and their families to continue to screen themselves
daily for any symptoms of COVID-19 before
coming to school using the TPH Guidelines Screening Poster form. (Please note, this form is no longer required to be signed
and brought to school).
Should you
have any questions, please contact the school or visit the
TPH website for general information. For general questions, please call the
TPH COVID-19 Hotline at 416-338-7600, Monday-Sunday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, to speak
with an agent. If you need immediate assistance, please call Telehealth Ontario
24 hours a day at 1-866-797-0000.
Conversations that Rock! Deep Conversations to build relationships with our Children
How was your day at school? Our relationships with our children is something we are always trying to cultivate and expand. How can we continue to have authentic and meaningful conversations with our children? How can we use conversations to understand our children's interests, ideas and ambitions, as well as help them think critically about the world and their role in creating inclusive spaces? In this interactive workshop, we’ll consider the importance of continued conversations with our children, go through some prompts that can help us engage with our children in a deep way, as well reflect on our own experiences as adults so that we can continue to help our children become their best selves, as well as advocates for others.
In this interactive workshop, we’ll consider the importance of continued conversations with our children, go through some prompts that can help us engage with our children in a deep way, as well reflect on our own experiences as adults so that we can continue to help our children become their best selves, as well as advocates for others.
Led by Rabia Khokhar, Equity and Education Consultant
Please see the following flyer: Conversations that Rock
Thursday April 7 - 6:00 pm via Zoom.
Pre-registerhere:https://tdsb-ca.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYucu-grD0uHtHkj0mlsv2c4qA5Mtha8KJe TDSB Community Engagement:
When students are engaged, student achievement and well-being improves. The more we can engage students and the more culturally aware and responsive to their lived realities, the more we can understand and effectively respond to their voices and needs.
Students can be engaged in a number of ways, including: when curriculum is relevant and meaningful to them; when they are asked to share their experiences, ideas and input; and when they are involved in their own learning and the decisions made about their learning.
But student achievement and well-being is not just about student engagement. Parents/Guardians/Caregivers also play a significant role. When schools, families, and communities work together to support learning, children tend to do better in school, stay in school longer, and enjoy school more.
For suggestions on how parents/guardians/caregivers can get involved and contribute to the school community, please see the TDSB website:
https://www.tdsb.on.ca/Community/Engagement
Summer School In-Peron at Deer Park:
Please see the following flyer Deer Park In-Person for summer school opportunities.Elementary Summer SchoolThe focus of the Elementary Summer School Program is to continue student learning and engagement through the month of July. Programs, embedded in Literacy and Numeracy, are developed by the local summer school principal to reflect the local school focus. Programs are offered in-person to students in K to Grade 8, from July 4 to July 29, 2022. This year, one online (remote) summer school program will be available. Registration Information - Program Dates: July 4-29, 2022 - Registration is online. Program delivery method is in-person this year. One remote (online) program is available. Please see full list of programs. Most classes run for three (3) hours from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., except for four (4) full day sites that run 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. which include: Alexander Stirling, Flemington, Rose Avenue and Yorkwoods. Please note, there are limited spaces available for both in-person and remote (online) programs. The remote (online) program is NOT associated with a particular school. Students who are registered will be grouped by grade and assigned an online teacher. |
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April is Sikh
Heritage Month
Sikh Heritage
Month is proudly recognized at the Toronto District School Board
(TDSB) during the month of April since 2016 as the Board of
Trustees voted to designate April of each year as Sikh Heritage
Month making the TDSB the first school board in Canada to do so.
This designation matches the recognition by the Province of Ontario
that proclaimed Sikh Heritage Month Act in December 2013, and the
recognition proclaimed by the Government of Canada on April 30,
2019. Sikh Heritage Month is recognized nationally across Canada.
This year
our theme is Come to learn, go to serve; the goal of education is
to serve humanity. Sikh Canadians have lived in Ontario since the
turn of the twentieth century. They have made significant
contributions to the growth and prosperity of Ontario and their
traditions and culture continue to be a vibrant part of every
aspect of life for Canadians today.
We are
inviting all TDSB community, students, and staff to join our
virtual Sikh Heritage Month launch to recognize the contributions
of Sikh Canadians. Join us for a remarkable afternoon of
information and celebration (see flyer or below for full details).
An interactive
slideshow is available that provides numerous books/resources
and other items to gather information about the Sikh
heritage.
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April is
Latin-America History Month
Latin-America
History Month is proudly recognized at the Toronto District School
Board (TDSB) during the month of April as a result of a motion
passed through our Board of Trustees in 2016.
This year
the theme to mark Latin-America History Month is (DeColonizing)
Latin-America History Month & Beyond: Learning about our
collective pasts through the art of healing.
During the
month of April, several activities are being planned for students,
staff, and community members. Elementary students will also
be provided with the opportunity to learn about the art of healing
and the powerful tool that music brings with Ruben Beny Esguerra, a
Canadian musical artist and poet based in Toronto. Ruben Beny
Esguerra has been nominated twice for a JUNO Award (2018 JUNO Awards
in the World Music Album of the Year category and just nominated
for the 2022 JUNO Awards in the Global Music Album of the Year
category.)
Learning
about careers in various fields, our students will have the
opportunity to connect with accomplished Latin-America leaders and
acquire information about their educational and professional
journey to success. In addition, secondary students will further
their learning on art as a form of healing by attending a workshop
hosted by a member of the Afrolatinx community.
Please
join us! Please follow us on Twitter @TDSB_LAHM
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April is
Hispanic Heritage Month
During the
month of April the TDSB recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month. In
March 2010, our TDSB Board of Trustees voted that April be
designated as Hispanic Heritage Month at the Toronto District
School Board.
As stated
in the Hispanic Heritage Month Act, (May 5, 2015): "Ontario is
home to more than 400,000 first-, second- and third-generation
Canadian of Hispanic origin. As early as 1914, Canadians who
originated from 23 Hispanic countries began immigrating to the
province and today the Hispanic community is one of the fastest
growing in Ontario. Hispanic-Canadians represent a dynamic
community that has made significant contributions to the growth and
prosperity of the Province of Ontario. By proclaiming the month of
October as Hispanic Heritage Month in Ontario, the province
recognizes the rich contributions of Hispanic-Canadians to our
social economic, political and multicultural fabric. Hispanic
Heritage Month is an opportunity to remember, celebrate and educate
future generations about the outstanding achievements and
contributions of Hispanic people in the province."
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Ramadan
Mubarak
Ramadan is
one of the most important months for the religion of Islam. Ramadan
is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar, which is a lunar
calendar based on the cycles of the moon. In 2022, Ramadan is
likely to begin in Canada on the evening of April 2 and ends on May
2. During Ramadan, Its a time for Muslims fasting (abstain from
food and water from sunrise to sunset for 29-30 consecutive days),
prayer, reflection and community. CBC Kids has a good explanation of Ramadan.
Please keep in mind that students observing may need different
supports during this time. For more information, check here. To all
observing, Ramadan Mubarak.
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Mental Health
and Well-Being:
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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 School Trustee's Weekly Newsletter - Ward 8:- For updates regarding topics affecting the TDSB, please subscribe to Shelley Laskin's weekly newsletter.
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