Monarch Park Student Success
Hello and Welcome!
I'm Ms. Robles Evans - ACL of Student Success.
Please come by the Student Success office in Student Services or email me anytime.
MPC Teachers can make a Student Success Referral here.
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WHAT IS STUDENT SUCCESS AT MPC?
Support for our students
Direct student advocacy, mentoring and monitoring
Direct instruction - Credit Rescue & Recovery
Homework Hangout Peer Tutoring Program Monday-Thursday 3:15-4:30 Rm 224
Changing Outcomes for our students
Opportunities to connect with community/post-secondary pathway exploration
Explore pathways to success in high school - Dual Credit and SWAC
Monitoring and support for our students
Attendance and Achievement
1:1 or targeted small group interventions and support
WHAT IS A DUAL CREDIT?
Are you interested in a Dual Credit and/or SWAC (School Within a College)? Check out the TDSB Dual Credits/SWAC information.
Dual credit programs are programs approved by the Ministry of Education that allow students, while they are still in secondary school, to take college or apprenticeship course that counts towards both their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) and a postsecondary certificate, diploma, degree, or a Certificate of Apprenticeship.
Dual credit programs are intended to assist secondary school students in completing their OSSD and making a successful transition to college and/or apprenticeship programs.
Every year, we host a Dual Credit Lunch and Learn here at MPC - listen for announcements Semester 1!
GEORGE BROWN COLLEGE
CENTENNIAL COLLEGE
HUMBER COLLEGE
SENECA POLYTECHNIC
University of Toronto Saturday Program (St. George Campus).will continue to offer free tutoring and mentorship in 2026 to high school students, who will be matched with mentors who are U of T students, trainees, or alumni. We also host workshops on scientific topics, mental health awareness, career explorations, etc. to enrich student experience.
New this Year
1. Tutors now receive training from UofT Tutor Training Program (UT3) and Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE)
2. Collaboration with local organizations for workshops (SickKids, UofT Med, L.A.W.S., etc.)
3. Teacher Feedback Plan (details see below)
Format and Duration
Our program will run in-person on Saturdays from January to April 2026 for a total of 10 sessions. We outline the dates and schedules in the attached Information Sheet, in which you can also find additional details about our program.
Interested students can sign up using our interest form: https://forms.gle/PZWjh5nGEZnRWJi57
New Teacher Feedback Plan
This year, we are introducing a new initiative to better understand the strengths and needs of our tutees. We kindly ask that counselors help us collect brief comments from teachers who are currently, or will be, teaching students enrolled in our program by November 30th, 2025. This applies to both semestered and non-semestered schools. With your collaboration, we hope to make this process smooth and ensure our tutors are well-equipped to support each student. Please forward the following link to the relevant teachers:
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us (saturday.program@gmail.com). We would also be happy to arrange a meeting at your convenience to discuss further.
SEPTEMBER 2025 Want to join us at the Indigenous Legacy Gathering on Tues Sept 30th? Let Ms. Robles Evans know.
MONDAY FEB 24TH - Do you want to collaborate with the Urban Indigenous Education Centre? We are hosting a meetup to make beaded medicine medallions with Dani Harris Block A & B? Sign up here and you will be excused from class!
ONTARIO COLLEGE FAIR - THURS OCT 17TH - Enercare Centre 100 Princes' Blvd
ONTARIO COLLEGE FAIR - THURS OCT 17TH - Enercare Centre 100 Princes' Blvd
You may attend the college fair with your family on your own if you wish. No need to register in that case.
You may attend the college fair with your family on your own if you wish. No need to register in that case.
Join us on Wednesday August 28th, 9am-3pm for HEAD START TO HIGH SCHOOL, our Grade 9 orientation.
Join us on Wednesday August 28th, 9am-3pm for HEAD START TO HIGH SCHOOL, our Grade 9 orientation.
Come meet new friends, our student leadership and staff at Monarch Park Collegiate. We'll move through various stations to learn about:
Come meet new friends, our student leadership and staff at Monarch Park Collegiate. We'll move through various stations to learn about:
- arts and drama
- coding and math
- school clubs and teams
- our school library and student services
- finding success in high school
DREAMER DAY is Wednesday October 25th this year! REGISTRATION FORM HERE
It all started with International Day of the Girl...
Dreamer Day began as a celebration of the United Nations’ International Day of the Girl, but has quickly turned into a festival to celebrate and recognize underrepresented groups working in fields such as skilled trades, STEAM, emergency response, entrepreneurship, and leadership. Dreamer Day provides information and tools to help guide future leaders towards rewarding careers in these fields. This year, the festival takes place on October 25th, 2023 at the Enercare Centre in Toronto, ON. Dreamer Day Fest celebrates people of all ages and backgrounds while providing opportunities to connect, reflect, and of course, DREAM BIG!
HEAD START TO HIGH SCHOOL
HSHS will be on Wednesday August 30th from 9am-3:15pm. This is an opportunity for our new Grade 9 students to have an orientation at Monarch Park Collegiate. The day will be organized into workshops, tours, icebreakers and lunch.
Registration is required, please complete this HSHS form to join us!
NBSE Poster.pdfSummer 2023 - Interested in studying Business?
Nurturing Black Student Excellence in Education (NBSE). Grades 9-12 are welcome - UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO, Scarborough
Last week was the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. In celebration, the Krembil Research Institute at UHN hosted a free livestream event with more than 4,000 registrants. MPCI students attended the live event in Ferguson Hall!
If you'd like to watch the presentation, you'll find it here.
Welcome to Student Success! Student Success works closely with the Guidance Department and Special Education Departments to support underserved students. We are focused on changing outcomes for students and seeking opportunities for success at MPCI.
The Student Success teacher directly monitors, mentors and provides advocacy for students and intervenes when possible to provide additional support. Achievement, attendance and transition data helps identify students who may need Student Success support.
Some supports offered at Monarch Park Collegiate each semester:
Direct Student Advocacy and Mentoring
Homework Hangout (Monday - Thursday 3:15 - 4:30 in Room 224)
Credit Rescue (Credit Rescue is run throughout the year by classroom teachers. It is supplemented for students needing more individual attention. A Credit Rescue day will occur midway in each semester.)
Credit Recovery - timetabled as an opportunity for students to earn unsuccessful credits
Resource Room (during school hours)
Please contact Ms. Robles Evans, ACL Student Success if you have any questions or want to connect. nuria.roblesevans@tdsb.on.ca
Are you interested in Business? Business Exploration Day is happening at George Brown College in May.
Sign up for Ms. Robles Evans for this awesome event!
Exam Prep Workshops were hosted for all grades in Ferguson Hall in December. We covered ideas such as:
Exam Prep Workshops were hosted for all grades in Ferguson Hall in December. We covered ideas such as:
Am I ready? Motivation and Procrastination
What does exam study look like?
How should I study?
How do I manage stress and anxiety?
Resources for Exam Study
Tips for Student Success (strategies for MC/long/short answer)
Credit Rescue Day is Thursday December 15th
Credit Rescue Day is Thursday December 15th
Students will be contacted by their teachers if they could benefit from this opportunity. Credit Rescue is an effort to save a credit that is at-risk before repeating the credit.
Students will be contacted by their teachers if they could benefit from this opportunity. Credit Rescue is an effort to save a credit that is at-risk before repeating the credit.
There will be a special schedule on this day and Credit Rescue will run in the afternoon from 1-3:15pm.
There will be a special schedule on this day and Credit Rescue will run in the afternoon from 1-3:15pm.
Please join us in Ferguson Hall to learn more about Dual Credits and School Within a College!
TAKE OUR KIDS TO WORK DAY - WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 2nd
TAKE OUR KIDS TO WORK DAY - WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 2nd
Options for our MPCI Students this Wednesday:
The Learning Partnership: The Family Resource Guide
The Students Commission of Canada (SCC).
Virtual Reality Workplace Video Clips Career Search Assignment
Take Our Kids to Work Day Career Gov’t Canada Job Bank Search Assignment
Virtual Reality Workplace Videos
Short Video Clips of Various Careers Across Canada
Skilled Trades - tune in to this presentation at 10:25AM with OYAP (Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program)
These programs are open to registration at this time:
Pathways to Veterinary Medicine
In partnership with the Black Veterinary Association of Canada, we are inviting TDSB Black-identifying students in Grades 7 to 12 who are interested in career opportunities as Veterinarians or Veterinary Medical Paraprofessionals (e.g., Veterinary Technologists, Animal Care Attendants, Animal Hospital Managers, etc.) to register for Pathways to Veterinary Medicine. This 6-week program supports Black students on the various aspects of veterinary medicine including what veterinarians do, career opportunities and requirements to apply to veterinary colleges. This program offers support and mentorship to Black students interested in pursuing a career in veterinary medicine.
Register to participate in this program.
Pathways to Public Relations
This 5-week program explores pathways into the Public Relations and Communications industry (e.g., Media Relations, Social and Digital Media Communication, Public Affairs, Event Management, Content Creation, etc.) in collaboration with Humber College Faculty of Media and Creative Arts, and Code Black Communicator Network. Black-identifying students in Grades 11 and 12 are invited to register.
Register for the information session on November 1, 2022 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Pathways to the Music Industry Discovery Program
The Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement in collaboration with ADVANCE Canada's Black Music Business Collective invites Black-identifying students in Grades 11 and 12 who are interested in career opportunities in the music industry to register for this program. This program explores pathways into the Music Industry (e.g., content creator, data analyst, royalty administrator, marketing manager, etc.) and supports an understanding of sectors that are not often explored in traditional education settings.
Register for the information session on November 3, 2022 from 6 – 7 p.m.
Webinar Wednesdays: Meet & Greet for Caregivers and Families
The Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement presents Webinar Wednesdays. This series seeks to support Black families and caregivers with meaningful engagement and advocacy for their children in TDSB schools and programs. Through collaborations with various TDSB Departments, Webinar Wednesdays aims to support system navigation processes for Black caregivers and families, alongside communication about Black student success.
Join us for the first session: Meet the Graduation Coaches for Black Students on Wednesday, November 16, 2022 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. This session will explore the role of Graduation Coaches for Black Students and their work with students, their families and communities.
To register, please complete this form. A Zoom link will be shared with registrants only.
Early French Immersion Application Process
The entry point to Early French Immersion for September 2023 is Junior Kindergarten.
The application to the Early French Immersion program will remain an online process managed by the Central French Department and applications must be completed online between October 31 and November 25, 2022. An offer of placement in the program (not a specific school) is guaranteed to all on-time applicants. Families with an older sibling currently in an Early French Immersion program are still required to complete an online application for the new student.
Please visit the TDSB website for more information about Early French Immersion, EFI Flyer Translations, Virtual & In-Person Information Sessions or the Application Process.
Central Student Interest Programs
The TDSB offers elementary central student interest programs and secondary central student interest programs. Application for these programs open on November 7 and close on November 25, 2022 at 4 p.m. Visit the website to learn about each of the programs, review program and application requirements, and get dates for upcoming open houses and webinars.
High School Open Houses and Information Nights
To help you make an informed decision when choosing a school, open houses and information sessions for parents/guardians/caregivers and students will be happening between November and January. Visit the website to learn more about our incredible variety of schools, programs and courses and to see the dates and times of scheduled Open Houses and Information Nights.
THIS ONE IS HUUUGE!
THIS ONE IS HUUUGE!
BridgeTO Youth is partnering with the Toronto Raptors and SportsX to host students on Sunday, November 27th in downtown Toronto for the Raptors Hackathon!
Join us for a full-day learning experience and STEM competition, teaching students how sports analytics and design thinking can help advance fan experience and team performance. Learn more about the event on our website.
Students will be given the opportunity to work with folks at MLSE and Digital Labs, be inspired by influential speakers, and have a chance to pitch to a panel of celebrity judges to win amazing prizes!
All TDSB grade 10 - 12 students that demonstrate financial need are welcome to register.
Spots are limited! Don't delay, register today!
Please visit our MPC Student Success Links!
Homework Hangout - request a peer tutor HERE
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