CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE FOR BLACK STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT

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.

Head Start To Highschool

We had a great turn out for our Head Start to High School day on Monday, August 29! We are really excited for a great year ahead with all of our returning and new lions. Our student council president and grade 12 rep/Interclub council president put together a fantastic introductory assembly for our new 9s as well as answered all of their questions during one of the stations. Below you will find a copy of the presentation they shared during the assembly.

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