251.Progressive TDSB programming leads to drop in suspension/expulsion numbers
Toronto, ON, September 23, 2011 – The Toronto District School Board’s (TDSB) implementation of progressive preventative programs is helping keep more students in school, as indicated by suspension and expulsion results released today. Overall, there was a 7.1 percent decline in the number of ... More
252.TDSB gets Fit for Life
Toronto, ON, Thursday, September 22, 2011 – Former Toronto Raptor Jerome ‘JYD’ Williams and entertainers Q-Mack and Jack in the Box joined the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) at Earl Haig SS to launch a new Board-wide fitness campaign, Fit for Life. The launch was part of the ... More
253.Toronto Student Heads to Arctic Ocean
Grade 12 Northern SS student Emmett Snyder has set sail for the Arctic Ocean as part of the Schools on Board program. Snyder joins nine other students from across Canada, along side Canadian and international scientists aboard the CCGS Amundsen. The ship is a medium ... More
254.LAWS Success In Toronto
Education in Toronto has something to celebrate. Law in Action Within Schools (LAWS) has branched out and is welcoming York University’s Osgoode Hall Law School to the program. This partnership means that three additional TDSB high schools (C.W. Jefferys CI, Westview Centennial SS ... More
Toronto, ON, September 14, 2011 – Results released today by The Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) reveal the TDSB continues its overall steady improvement in achievement over the long-term. This year the Board is particularly proud of its Grade 3 and 6 writing and math scores, ... More
256.Give Peace a Chance
Student returns to her school ten years later to talk about peace and remembering 9/11 On September 12, 2001, Summit Heights PS teacher Arpi Greco and her grade 3 students began the school day like so many other teachers and students on so many days before. Except it was a day that was ... More
257.Message from TDSB Chair, Chris Bolton, on the death of the Honourable Jack Layton
August 22, 2011The Toronto District School Board is deeply saddened to learn of the untimely death of the Honourable Jack Layton. A towering figure on the Canadian political landscape, Mr. Layton’s career is a touchstone of public service. In particular, he was a known advocate for just, caring, ... More
258.TDSB Revs Up for World’s Largest Back-to-School Event at the CNE
Toronto, ON, Wednesday, August 10, 2011 – The TDSB has confirmed the events that will showcase its programs and talent and kick off the 2011-12 school year at the largest back-to-school event at the CNE. An outstanding array of events are scheduled for TDSB@CNE on August 30 to highlight the ... More
259.Director statement re Religious accommodation for Muslim prayer service at a TDSB school
Toronto, ON, Friday, July 8, 2011 — There has been a great deal written in the past week about the religious accommodation for Muslim prayers that takes place at Valley Park Middle School from November to May. There are very many viewpoints that have been expressed concerning this ... More
260.Celebrating Aboriginal Month At Eastview
June is National Aboriginal month and presents many opportunities for TDSB staff and students to recognize and celebrate the traditions and culture of Aboriginal people. The Aboriginal Consultative Committee for the Toronto Police Service (TPS) serves as a bridge between TPS and the community ... More