The
Toronto District School Board (TDSB) is committed to fostering the success and
well-being of every international student by offering a comprehensive network
of school-based and central services.
At
designated secondary schools, international students have access to
school-based guidance
counsellors and social workers
who provide support in
areas such as:
·
Academic counselling
·
Career counselling
·
Language and cultural integration support
·
University and college application guidance
·
Mental health and wellbeing counselling
In
addition, the
International Students and Admissions
Office (ISAO)
offers on-going assistance through a dedicated
team of
Guidance Counsellors for International Students (GCIS). These
highly experienced professionals work closely with school administrators and
teachers to support:
·
Timetabling and course selection
·
School transfers
·
Prior learning credit assessments
·
Enrollment renewal
·
Academic success
·
Postsecondary pathways
The
GCIS team also maintains regular communication with
parents, custodians,
host families, medical insurance providers
, and ISAO leadership, ensuring a
coordinated approach to each student’s unique needs.
To
further enrich the international student experience, the GCIS team helps
develop and lead a range of specialized programs and events, including:
·
Orientation programs for new international
students and their custodians/legal guardians
·
University/College campus tours and events
·
Field trips to TDSB Outdoor Education Centres
·
Community engagement and outreach events
·
International Student Ambassadors’ Club
·
Information on volunteer opportunities
These
integrated services ensure that international students feel welcomed,
supported, and empowered to thrive both academically and personally during
their time at the TDSB.