Building an Understanding of Anti-Black Islamophobia
Source: TDSB
As part of an ongoing learning series for TDSB students, staff and families, the Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement is collaborating with the National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) to provide co-developed learning experiences centring the identities of Muslims and promoting anti-Islamophobia education and strategies within school communities and classroom environments.
This session explores the interlocking impact of anti-Black racism and Islamophobia on Black Muslim communities and Black Muslim students.
Date: February 21, 2023
Caregivers, community and staff
Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Register for this virtual event
Lets Connect about Mental Health and Well-Being - Feel Good February
Source: TDSB
Please join us for our next-Lets Connect- Webinar Series for staff, families, parents, guardians, caregivers and students.
We will be centering - Parent Voices: Creating fun opportunities to connect and enhance positive mental health, joy & Happiness. The members from our Mental Health & Well-being Parent Partnership Committee will add their voices on the importance of exploring fun activities for positive mental health & wellness.
The Keynote speaker will be Dr. Amy Gajaria, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist at (CAMH), Center for Addictions & Mental Health. Staff, families, Parents, guardians, caregivers and students are all
invited to attend.
In addition, we will have five break out rooms of fun opportunities to choose from, to explore alternatives activities for wellness, joy & happiness.
We will be centering - Parent Voices: Creating fun opportunities to connect and enhance positive mental health, joy & Happiness. The members from our Mental Health & Well-being Parent Partnership Committee will add their voices on the importance of exploring fun activities for positive mental health & wellness.
The Keynote speaker will be Dr. Amy Gajaria, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist at (CAMH), Center for Addictions & Mental Health. Staff, families, Parents, guardians, caregivers and students are all
invited to attend.
In addition, we will have five break out rooms of fun opportunities to choose from, to explore alternatives activities for wellness, joy & happiness.
View attachment below:
Winter Well-Being guide for 2022/23 created by the TDSB's Mental Health and Well-Being Committee has been updated to provide ongoing resources and ideas for Families/Guardians to promote mental and physical wellness during the winter months. Resources are culturally relevant and responsive with resources for students with Complex Needs. The Guide is translated into the top 21 TDSB languages spoken which is accessible here (Well-Being Guide).
The TDSB's Professional Support Staff (PSS) are here to help with anything you need to support your mental health and well-being and to help you navigate the tools and resources you may need. For more information, please click https://www.tdsb.on.ca/Elementary-School/Supporting-You/Mental-Health-and-Well-Being-Professional-Support-Staff-PSS.
Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 for ages 5-29 for anonymous care from professional counsellors. Call 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868.
Toronto Public Health
We can all help reduce the spread of illnesses by wearing a mask at school. All TDSB students, staff, and visitors are encouraged to follow Toronto Public Health's recommendations to help reduce the transmission of illness in our school communities.
Toronto Public Health
We can all help reduce the spread of illnesses by wearing a mask at school. All TDSB students, staff, and visitors are encouraged to follow Toronto Public Health's recommendations to help reduce the transmission of illness in our school communities.
Learn more on how you can reduce virus spread when caring for someone or a child who has COVID-19 or another respiratory virus. Book your vaccines here.
PSS Virtual Drop-In Hours
We are here to help you in any way we can. Our Professional Support Services team offers monthly virtual drop-in times where you can connect directly with a staff member to help answer questions and provide support to help you and your child.
PSS Virtual Drop-In Hours
We are here to help you in any way we can. Our Professional Support Services team offers monthly virtual drop-in times where you can connect directly with a staff member to help answer questions and provide support to help you and your child.
Wednesdays once a month: from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Virtual Drop in Hours:
Virtual Drop-In Hours for Students with Special/Complex Needs Join Wednesdays' session on Zoom: https://tdsb-ca.zoom.us/j/98875932202
Winter Clothing Drive
Newcomer students are adjusting to their first Canadian winter and can benefit from your generous support. The students need proper winter outerwear such as coats, boots, mitts and hats to be able to attend school. This year’s Winter Outerwear Drive will run from October 2022 to the end of February 2023. Learn more: bit.ly/3gZOwxx
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