Wilkinson PS welcomed Fred Wah, renowned poet, novelist, scholar and Canada’s current Poet Laureate, to the school on October 29. Wah ran a poetry workshop with the grade 5/6 students at Wilkinson. “We had a rare opportunity to learn about the power of words from one of Canada’s very ... More
92.Increasing Access to Technology at the TDSB
Thousands of laptops delivered to schools - Nearly 18,000 laptops have been delivered to more than 360 schools across the Toronto District School Board. The laptops are being used by students from Kindergarten to Grade 12, giving them access to technology that will transform the way they learn ... More
93.Dignity for all the rallying cry at Kingsview Village JMS
Students at Kingsview Village JMS participated with thousands of youth around the world, joining hearts and hands to celebrate Global Dignity Day on October 17. The morning session, facilitated by several classroom teachers, focused on a critical life lesson that “you must be the change ... More
94.Shaping the Future of Schools Across Toronto
TDSB Launches Largest-Ever Public Consultation - Today, the Toronto District School Board launched the largest consultation of its kind in Board history. The consultations are the beginning of a conversation about the changes needed to meet the future needs of students and schools. From ... More
95.TDSB Celebrates First-Ever International Day of the Girl
Last March, the United Nations declared October 11 the International Day of the Girl to recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges they face around the world. Together with the Canadian government, Plan Canada’s Because I am a Girl initiative successfully led the charge and ... More
96.ESA student's journey to Oz
Etobicoke School of the Arts (ESA) student Jessie Munro continues her yellow brick road journey toward a role as Dorothy in Andrew Lloyd Webber's production of The Wizard of Oz. The stage show is set to open this winter. The 18 year old is one of seven remaining competitors ... More
97.Equinox artists
sway Nuit Blanche crowds like Fall leaves in the night's cool breeze A group from Equinox Holistic Alternative School had a late night on September 29 as they took part in Nuit Blanche, the city-wide festival featuring Toronto's ... More
98.TDSB Celebrates Canada’s Olympic and Paralympic Athletes
Last week, TDSB students and staff took part in the 2012 Celebration of Excellence Olympic Heroes Tour. On Thursday, over 30 TDSB schools hosted members of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Many schools held assemblies to welcome the athletes who spoke about their experiences at ... More
99.TDSB Principal receives Diamond Jubilee Medal
Congratulations to TDSB Principal Paul Ambrose of Wilfrid Laurier CI who received the Diamond Jubliee Medal on September 8, 2012 at the 8th Annual Community BBQ at the Boys and Girls Club of East Scarborough. MP John McKay had the honour of presenting the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee ... More
100.Roots of Empathy and Market Lane Public School Bestow a ‘Royal’ Welcome
Market Lane Public School was a hub of activity and excitement on Monday, as 120 of the school’s students – all participating in Roots of Empathy programs this coming academic year – welcomed Her Royal Highness the Countess of Wessex and Her Honour Mrs. Ruth Ann Onley, wife of The Honourable ... More