The Toronto District School Board celebrates Education Week 2025 from May 5 to 9!
During this week, we celebrate the great things happening across the Board that demonstrate how students, staff and the TDSB community achieve, belong, and thrive in revitalized environments that are inclusive, safe, and modern.
Each day during Education Week we will take the opportunity to highlight some of the many incredible programs, initiatives, and events that happen across the TDSB each and every day!
All schools and classrooms are also encouraged to share what they are up to during Education Week 2025 by using #TDSBedweek.
Monday, May 5: Children's Mental Health Week
This year’s theme for Children’s Mental Health Week is Unmasking Mental Health and invites us to dismantle the stigma surrounding mental health by centering wellness and positive mental health. We encourage everyone to take time to reflect deeply and act intentionally on what it means to create mentally healthy spaces for all students – today and every day.
At the TDSB, we recognize that student voice is not only powerful, but also necessary. It is embedded throughout our Multi-Year Strategic Plan and our Mental Health and Addictions Strategy.
Let’s continue unmasking mental health by building circles of care around our students, knowing where to go for help, and making mental wellness a shared, daily priority. For more resources, please visit the Mental Health and Well Being site.
Tuesday, May 6: Environment, Energy, and Climate Action
The TDSB is dedicated to preparing young people for their future and recognizes its obligation to respond to the escalating climate crisis with education, action, and leadership. Guided by its Climate Action Plan, the Board is working to improve energy efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and create sustainable, inclusive learning environments.
Just last month in April, the Board recognized Earth Month – a time when educators and staff inspired students through hands-on environmental learning. As an example, read about how students at Anson Park PS celebrated Earth Day 2025.
Through the EcoSchools Canada certification program, schools are supported in embedding environmental education and sustainability into daily operations and curriculum. With a wide range of activities, challenges, and resources, EcoSchools empowers school communities and neighbourhoods to reduce waste and energy use, take meaningful climate action, and help students explore real-world environmental issues – inside and outside the classroom.
Visit the Environment, Energy, and Climate Action page to learn more about the TDSB’s Climate Action Plan, EcoSchools, and ongoing environmental leadership initiatives.
Wednesday, May 7: Student Leadership at the TDSB
As we celebrate Education Week 2025, we shine a spotlight on the student leaders who play a pivotal role in shaping our educational landscape.
Student Senate
The TDSB Student Senate is a cornerstone of student leadership, serving as a vital link between students and trustees. The Student Senate addresses key issues, develops system initiatives, and fosters open communication between students and the Board. This dynamic group ensures that student voices are heard and instrumental in driving meaningful change.
The 2025-26 Student Senate Election takes place on June 3 and 4! Additional information for candidates and voters will be shared with students via TDSB email accounts later this month.
Student Trustees
Each year, two Student Trustees are elected to represent the voice of all TDSB students. These dedicated individuals attend Board and Committee meetings, acting as a crucial link between students, the Board, and school communities.
Guided by the Elders Council, Urban Indigenous Community Advisory Council, System Superintendent of Indigenous Education, Toronto Youth Indigenous Council, and Indigenous students across the TDSB, the Indigenous Student Trustee plays a crucial role in building relationships and amplifying voices among Indigenous youth.
Visit the TDSB website to learn about the recent Student Trustee election and appointment for next school year: 2025-26 Student Trustees and 2025-26 Indigenous Student Trustee.
Thursday, May 8: Outdoor Learning
May is Get Outside Month and with the arrival of spring and summer, this is a great time of year to take learning “beyond the classroom” and offer experiences that connect students to both the built and natural environments around them. Learning outdoors, through observation, exploration and play, provides unique benefits for students' healthy development and well-being.
The TDSB has a long history of supporting outdoor learning and we are fortunate to host curriculum-based programs at overnight and day centres where students are immersed in safe, active and enriching learning experiences.
Learn more about the Toronto Outdoor Education Schools (TOES) and read about a recent Trip to Forest Valley Outdoor Education Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students.
Friday, May 9: Summer Programs at the TDSB
When the final bell rings at the end of the school year, the fun doesn’t stop!
At the TDSB we provide a wide range of enriching summer programs for children, youth and adults.
It is important for students to continue to Belong, Achieve, and Thrive during the summer months and there are lots of options to explore.
Visit the
Summer Programs Web Page
to learn about elementary summer school, credit courses for e-Summer high school,
music and outdoor education camps, adult ESL summer programs, and more!