Week of May 15th, 2023

 Spring Concert

On May 16th, some of our classes performed for our Spring Concert. The concert provided our students with a platform to showcase their talents and it was a huge success!

It is important to acknowledge the efforts of those behind the scenes. Therefore, we would like to thank all of the staff involved in preparing and organizing the concert. We appreciate all the time and dedication put forth into planning the concert and overseeing the multitude of rehearsals.

We would also like to thank our families for joining us on the evening of the concert. Your participation made the evening even more memorable for our students and we thank you for your continued partnership and involvement.

Mono Cliffs Excursion

Our Grade 6 students went on a two night excursion to Mono Cliffs, which provided them with a dynamic and memorable learning experience. Students were immersed in active learning experiences in the natural environment and were able to experience outdoor adventure while learning about curriculum based topics. 

What a great opportunity for our students to be able to experience an overnight trip in their elementary school years. Our Grade 6 students created lasting memories with their peers as they prepare to finish off their final year at Davisville.

Track and Field

On May 16th, some of our junior students on our Track and Field team had the opportunity to go to Varsity stadium. Our students showed great teamwork, sportsmanship and athleticism. Our Track and Field was a huge success and served as a great opportunity to celebrate our student athletes! A special thank you to Ms. Francesca Piccione for coaching and preparing the students for this event and to all the staff involved in making this event a success. We would also like to recognize our top finishers and wish them a huge congratulations as they will be moving on to the finals on June 6th. 

Register for Upcoming Events 

Below are some upcoming opportunities from the Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement.

Virtual Screening: Wanda Robson

You’re invited! Join the Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement for a screening of Wanda Robson and a Q & A with co-producers Donna Harrow and Aaron Weiss. Wanda Robson, sister of Viola Desmond, was an educator and civil rights activist. This video documents their experiences with racism over decades in Canada and serves as a historical artifact. Wanda Robson, a Canadian icon, provides guidance as to what should be done moving forward.

Audience: Students, Staff and Community
Date: May 31, 2023
Time: 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Register here

Healing Engagement Series - Navigating the System: Mental Health and Wellness for Black Parents/Caregivers

Join us for the first session of our Healing Centred Engagement Series hosted by Social Workers from the Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement. This session will feature a panel conversation with Black professionals and Black-serving organizations on supporting the mental health and well-being of Black students and their families.

In this session Black parents/caregivers will:
Explore the impact of systemic anti-Black racism on mental health;
Build tools for nurturing joy and wellness;
Learn strategies on how to support a child’s well-being;
Engage in knowledge sharing of Black-affirming mental health programs and services.

Audience: TDSB Parents, Caregivers
Date: June 1, 2023
Time: 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Register here

Summer Learning Programs – Inspired to Excel
Summer learning programs provide students and families with rich Culturally Relevant and Responsive Pedagogical (CRRP) programming alongside strong literacy and numeracy practices. Many students enrolled in the Pre-Kindergarten Inspired to Excel summer programs participate in virtual African Drumming, Storytelling, Spoken Word, Visual Arts and/or Reggaecise activities with community-based arts educators. Students are encouraged to engage in activities that reinforce positive racial identity, honour the lived experiences of learners and explore methods of creative expression. Register your child in the Africentric Pre-Kindergarten Summer Learning Program or the Culturally Relevant and Responsive Pre-Kindergarten Summer Learning Program.

Audience: Pre-Kindergarten, JK, SK
Program runs: July 4 to July 28, 2023
Time: 9 – Noon
Register here by June 2.


NCCM: Culturally Responsive Healing - Black Muslims
You’re invited! Join us as we explore culturally responsive healing for Black Muslims through engaging in critical learning and discussion around events that have a direct impact on the safety and wellbeing of students, staff, and families. The session will offer practical strategies, resources, and recommendations to help educators create safe and inclusive learning environments that effectively support students who have been impacted by Anti-Black Islamophobia. By emphasizing the importance of self-reflection and self-care attendees will be encouraged to identify their own biases and explore how to engage in self-care practices to foster resilience in the face of challenging situations.

Audience: Students, Staff, Caregivers
Date: June 8, 2023
Time: 6 – 7 p.m.
Register here

TDSB Event to Commemorate 90th Anniversary of Christie Pits Riot on Sunday, June 4, 2023

Everyone is invited to enjoy a free baseball game featuring the Toronto Maple Leafs Baseball Club on Sunday, June 4, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. (rain date is Sunday, June 11, 2023). This event is one of several initiatives organized by the TDSB’s Jewish Heritage Month Committee and Italian Heritage Month Committee to commemorate the 90th anniversary of the Christie Pits Riot, the largest race riot in Canadian history that involved people from Toronto’s Jewish and Italian communities. The riot happened during a baseball game. Now, 90 years later, we invite you to come and show everyone that Baseball Builds Bridges. From May 9 - June 16, a theatrical performance based on the Christie Pits Riot take place in the park at 10am and at 1:15pm, Tuesday through Friday in Christie Pits park (northwest baseball diamond). These are offered to Grade 8 and Grade 10 students, but as the park is public, you are welcome to attend. Special Education and Inclusion Parent/Guardian/Caregiver Session #3 Tuesday, May 30th, 2023 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM LC1 and LC4. If you require a language interpreter, please send in your request by Mon., May 22nd to SpecialEd@tdsb.on.ca. This session will focus on summer transitions and will include ideas to engage students during the summer months such as home activities, library resources and information on how to use Read & Write Gold at home. Information on community agencies will also be shared. There will be an opportunity for parents/guardians/caregivers to ask questions about these processes. The sessions will be facilitated by Special Education and Inclusion staff. Please click the link below to join the webinar for LC1/LC4:  Zoom Link for May 30, 2023 at 07:00 PM https://tdsb-ca.zoom.us/j/96753209262 Credit Summer Programs The Continuing Education Department (synchronous) and e-Summer (asynchronous) are pleased to provide you information about credit summer programs for students in Grades 8 to 12, which includes: Grade 8 Summer Reach-Ahead and Summer Credit Opportunities for Secondary School Students. Elementary Summer School 2023 Looking to build your child’s literacy and numeracy skills? Elementary Summer School registration is now open! The focus of the 2023 Elementary Literacy and Numeracy Summer School Program is to continue student engagement through the month of July. Programs, which are developed by the local summer school principal to reflect the local school focus, are offered in-person to students in Kindergarten to Grade 8, from July 4 to July 28, 2023, in various locations around the city. This year, one remote program will also be available. For more information, including a list of schools and online registration forms, visit our summer school program page.