he resources are culturally responItalian Heritage Month as been proudly recognized during the month of June at the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) since May 2012. The Province of Ontario also marks Italian Heritage Month and as a result the
Italian Heritage Month Act was passed in 2010.This year’s theme for Italian Heritage Month is Sharing Our Stories and Embracing Our Future/Condividere le nostre storie e abbracciare il nostro futuro.
We are excited to share the many stories from Italian ancestors whose contributions helped shape our Canadian cultural mosaic. Italian stories and traditions reaffirm identity and connect us to one another. These stories allow us to walk for a moment in someone else's shoes, and to see ourselves in others. Stories unite future generations while they evolve and create new customs and traditions for us to embrace. Together, the past, present and future will redefine what it means to be an Italian-Canadian.
To commemorate this year’s theme, we invite all TDSB students from all TDSB schools to submit a video that captures their special memory or tradition with their nonni (grandparents) or an elderly caregiver/guardian. We look forward to sharing the videos with you! Additionally, we invited two authors to some of our schools to share their recent books on their Italian heritage with our students. More information on these events to come.
June is also Seniors Month, and the TDSB has launched an activity for students from Runnymede Junior and Senior Public School. Participating students were asked to draw and write a message on a postcard that features a white lily, the national flower of Italy. These postcards will be distributed to the residents of Villa Colombo Home for the Aged during the month of June. Let us continue to share our stories and embrace our future.
For highlights and more information on Italian Heritage Month at TDSB, please follow @ItalianHer1 on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram @ItalianHeritageTDSB https://www.instagram.com/italianheritagetdsb/
June is National Indigenous History Month and June 21st is National Indigenous Peoples Day. It is a time to celebrate and learn from First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples’ diverse cultures, histories, experiences, creations, perspectives, and achievements.
Join the Urban Indigenous Education Centre (UIEC) throughout the month of June for opportunities for staff and students to engage with Indigenous artists, authors, and speakers through various virtual workshops and panel discussions.
All month long, the UIEC is hosting several events and celebrations with David A. Robertson, Alyssa and Conlin Delbaere-Sawchuk, Theola Ross, as well as Two-Spirit & Indigiqueer Pride launched by Elder Blu Water.
On Friday, June 21, the TDSB recognizes National Indigenous Peoples Day. This is a day of significance for many Indigenous Peoples in the country we call Canada today. It marks the day when the Sun is closest to the Earth. It is the longest day of the year and the shortest night. Many First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples celebrate the Summer Solstice. It is a time that reminds us to remain grounded, humble and appreciative. It is usually celebrated by coming together with family and community for a feast.
School Crossing Guard Appreciation Week is a week-long event dedicated to recognizing and honouring the essential contributions of School Crossing Guards in our communities. This initiative goes beyond a simple “thank you” and strives to create a heightened awareness of these unsung heroes’ critical role in promoting safe and active travel to school. On your walk/roll to school this week, please take a minute to show your appreciation.
Dear Families,
Please see the invitation below from Councillor Matlow on the upcoming Davisville Community Fair. This event is a family friendly fun day that brings together community groups, local businesses and city services highlighting their programing and initiatives from the community. We will also be giving away free ice cream and samosas and raffling off fun prizes from local businesses.
Please see the invitation below from Councillor Matlow on the upcoming Davisville Community Fair. This event is a family friendly fun day that brings together community groups, local businesses and city services highlighting their programing and initiatives from the community. We will also be giving away free ice cream and samosas and raffling off fun prizes from local businesses.
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