WEEK OF OCT 31

TPH VACCINATION LETTERS:

On Wednesday October 26^th, Toronto Public Health began sending letters to parents/guardians of Grade 1 and 2 students who are not up-to-date with their vaccines according to TPH's records. Letters will be sent directly to parents/guardians to inform families about potentially missing vaccine doses or missing records.

Vaccination is important for the health of each student and the school community. If you receive a letter for your child, please:

·      Make an appointment with a health care provider to get vaccinated for free.

·      Report your child's vaccination online at: www.toronto.ca/studentvaccines.  

·      Contact Toronto Public Health if you have any questions via email at immunization@toronto.ca or by phone at 416-338-7600.

Find more information about reporting vaccinations and the ISPA here

EARLY FRENCH IMMERSION AND APPLICATION PROCESS AND TIMELINES:

The entry point to Early French Immersion for September 2023 is Junior Kindergarten as it was this year. The application to the Early French Immersion program will remain an online process managed by the Central French Department and applications must be completed online between October 31 and November 25, 2022. An offer of placement in the program (not a specific school) is guaranteed to all on-time applicants. Families with an older sibling currently in an Early French Immersion program are still required to complete an online application for the new student. Visit the TDSB website for more information about Early French Immersion, Virtual & In-Person Information Sessions or the Application Process. Note registration for regular JK programs happen in February

GRADE 8: PREPARING FOR HIGH SCHOOL:

Grade 8 to Grade 9 Transitions Information Session Flyer

Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at 7 p.m.

Link to register/ YouTube Link

Student Interest Programs Information Session Flyer

Thursday, November 3, 2022 at 7 p.m.

Link to Register / YouTube Link

Resources

Secondary School Virtual Open Houses and Information Sessions
www.tdsb.on.ca/OpenHouses

Transitioning from Grade 8 to 9 in the TDSB www.tdsb.on.ca/High-School/Going-to-High-School/Beyond-8

Centralized Student Interest Programs in the TDSB www.tdsb.on.ca/High-School/Going-to-High-School/Secondary-Centralized-Programs

Alternative Schools in the TDSB
www.tdsb.on.ca/Find-your/School/Alternative-Schools

TDSB Hindu Heritage Month:

The Toronto District School Board is proud to recognize Hindu Heritage Month during the month of November because of a motion passed in April 2018 by the Board of Trustees. The Hindu Heritage Month Act, 2016 states, Ontario is home to a large and vibrant Hindu community. 

Hinduism is one of the oldest living religions which have flourished for over 10,000 years. It is an occasion to recognize and celebrate the rich tapestry of traditions, teachings and values that are integral to Hinduism and practiced by millions around the world today. November is an opportunity to celebrate the Hindu way of life, examine its impact and contributions to the world culture, and recognize values which promote compassion, tolerance, and inclusion. 

The theme this year selected by the TDSB Hindu Heritage Month Volunteer Planning Committee is: Bhoomi Devi: Our Sacred Mother Earth. Hinduism has a message of spiritual connectedness and oneness of the whole creation. Everything in creation, living and non-living, is seen as a manifestation of one supreme universal consciousness or cosmic energy. Hindu way of living, of being and of knowing emphasizes coexistence with nature in peace and harmony. The earth is honoured as Bhumata (mother earth) or Bhudevi (Earth as divine mother) - the divine creative force of nature. Please follow us on Twitter: @tdsb_HHM.

We encourage everyone to learn and enjoy the outdoors
https://www.tdsb.on.ca/learningoutdoors/Resources-for-your-Family/Outdoor

TDSB Indigenous Education Month:  November is Indigenous Education Month at the Toronto District School Board. This month is an important reminder to centre First Nations, Métis, and Inuit perspectives, voices, histories, and contemporary realities across the TDSB. It is an opportunity to learn from Indigenous perspectives on treaties, Indigenous leadership, achievements, resurgence, futurities, and creativity. The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action is a strategic direction in the Board. Throughout November, students, staff, and community members honour a number of important days to deepen knowledge, to learn from our shared history, and to build stronger relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Peoples. Treaties Recognition Week is the first full week of November, November 7th-11th. November 7 is International Inuit Day. November 8 is National Indigenous Veterans Day. November 16 is Louis Riel Day in Ontario. The attached poster has a link to resource documents to support student and staff learning. Click here for more information. Please see the Schedule of Events. DPS and SPECTRUM HYPERLINKS DOCUMENT: Please make reference to the following document for frequently visited and up-to-date weblinks for Davisville and TDSB. Included is the Safe Arrivals phone number when your child is sick/absent and also the Early Pick-up/ DPS HYPERLINKS SPECTRUM HYPERLINKS School Bus Delays/Cancellations:  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. Please respond to safe arrival calls. The telephone number 833-250-2290 will display on the caller ID. Sign out GForm to be completed by 12:00 the day of for your child/children's pickup for appointments.  TDSB website reporting delays or bus cancellations: TSTG Davisville Spiritwear: To order Davisville spiritwear check school cashonline, visit  davisvillepublicschool.entripyshops.com School Trustee's Weekly Newsletter - Ward 8: For updates regarding topics affecting the TDSB, please subscribe to Shelley Laskin's weekly newsletter.