Guidance & Student Services
important updates from guidance
SUMMER LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES:
Registration for summer school programming begins in the Spring (April/May). Important registration & program information will be posted to the Guidance google classroom.
GUIDANCE APPOINTMENTS:
Students and families are encouraged to sign up for appointments with Mrs. Cernic & Ms. Fernandes. Please use the guidanceinterview platform to schedule an appointment with a Guidance Counsellor.
DAY SCHOOL E-LEARNING:
These Gr. 11 & 12 courses are for students who would like to take an e-learning course as a part of their day school timetable. Students may take a maximum of two e-learning courses during the school year, one per semester. Orientation and registration information can be found here: schoolweb.tdsb.on.ca/elearning/e-Learning-Day-School .
NIGHT SCHOOL:
All Night School courses will be delivered virtually and will take place on either Monday & Wednesday OR Tuesday & Thursday evenings from 6:30-9:30 p.m. . Please check www.creditprograms.ca for updates, registration info and course offerings.
DUAL CREDITS & SWAC:
Dual Credit and SWAC information can be found here. Please contact the Guidance department if you would like to register for a Dual Credit course or the SWAC program.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT HOURS:
Students are advised to follow all Toronto Public Health guidelines and advisories with respect to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Students are being asked to record and track their own Community Involvement hours. Volunteer Toronto has several virtual community service opportunities.
MENTAL HEALTH AND WELL-BEING:
The TDSB has compiled various resources to support students and families during this time. As always, please seek support and reach out to us if you have a concern about your well-being, the well-being of a classmate, loved one or a friend. https://www.tdsb.on.ca/Elementary-School/Supporting-You/Mental-Health-Well-being/Resources-During-Covid-19
pathway planning
Research, planning and career exploration are vital components of effective post-secondary planning. At Runnymede CI we use the myBlueprint Career and Life Planner to support students with their pathway planning, understanding course codes and Course Selection submissions.
2023-2024 Course Selection Materials:
Please review our 2023-2024 Course Selection document for detailed information about course offerings, course submission instructions and important dates & deadlines.
Grade Specific Course Charts:
Course Offerings Overview
Co-operative education, OYAP, SWAC and Dual Credits are some of the many ways that we encourage students to learn outside of the traditional classroom setting.
Dual Credit testimonials:
Done dual credit which is kind of upsetting because it was honestly one of the coolest classes I have ever been in and my professor, Kevin Bryan was the absolute best! He’s one of the reasons why it was such a great experience! For next year if you know any students who are wanting to get into the field of forensics, I’d highly recommend them to take it at Seneca! " JB, Grade 12
"I had a very good experience with the Dual Credit program. At first I was a bit nervous and hesitant because I’ve never participated in anything like it
before, but that feeling quickly went away because even though everything was virtual the staff were very friendly and provided all the information and
resources needed to succeed. I was also a bit unsure about how I would be able to manage school and the program but that was very easy since it’s one class a
week for not very long. The Dual Credit program is a great way to get an idea of what college would be like plus you can actually earn college and high school credits at the same time! " NB, Grade 11
ONTARIO UNIVERSITY INFORMATION:
The Ontario Universities' Application Centre has created a concise go-to guide for university related research and application information. Click here to get started!
The Ontario Universities OUInfo website includes new ways for students to engage with Ontario universities (e.g., virtual campus tours, virtual events, webinars, etc.). Students can also request information directly from the universities they are interested in. Click here for a listing on Ontario universities open house and virtual tour links.
ONTARIO COLLEGES INFORMATION:
Ontario colleges offer innovative, flexible, economical and supportive programming. Click here to get started!
The Ontario Colleges Information Fair is virtual! Learn about college pathways, career options, unique programs, campus life, when & how to apply. Stay tuned to the OCVF website for registration information.
employment, community service & financial supports
COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS:
Students are reminded to check the Guidance google classroom for regular updates and opportunities. The Volunteer Toronto site provides students with additional opportunities to earn Community Involvement hours. Please click here for the TDSB Community Service Form.
SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program provides up to 5,000 students with the opportunity to gain valuable work experience through supervised summer employment in the Ontario Public Service. To be eligible to participate in the program, students must be:
currently enrolled in a secondary or post-secondary institution
at least 15 years old
living in Ontario during the summer
legally entitled to work in Canada
To participate in this program, students must apply online at www.ontario.ca/careers.
Supporting Our students
Our Guidance Department is committed to supporting students through their transition to high school, optimizing their success while in high school and navigating their post-secondary pathway options. We provide individual counselling, interpersonal development and employment training opportunities to ensure student success.
We work closely with TDSB Professional Support Services and community partners to maximize students' learning experiences at school.
Mental Health
The TDSB has published a list of valuable well-being resources available to students and families at this time. https://www.tdsb.on.ca/Elementary-School/Supporting-You/Mental-Health-Well-being/Mental-Health-and-Well-Being-Resources .
Mental Health TO: What's Up Walk In
Mental Health TO and the What's Up Walk In counselling sessions are available to youth through both video & phone. Click here for more info.
Toronto For All:
Toronto For All is a public education initiative to generate dialogue among Toronto residents in order to create a city that says “no” to all forms of discrimination and racism, including systemic racism. Valuable resources and supports are available through various community agencies.
The Trevor Project:
The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning youth. Click here to learn more.
grade 8-9 transition
Welcome future Ravens!
Visit our dedicated website for more info.
Students are encouraged to start their community service hours upon entering Grade 9, start post-secondary planning early and ask questions often!
FAQs:
How do I know where to go on the first day?
You will receive a letter in the summer explaining the procedures and expectations for the first day of school. Our senior Ravens will be there to greet you and show you where to go.
2. Will I be taking 8 classes every day?
No, RCI is a semester school. You will take 4 classes in Semester 1 and 4 new classes in Semester 2.
3. What are my classes? How do I know when to change classes?
You will be receiving a timetable which outlines your classes by period, and includes the bell schedule, teacher name, room location and semester of each of your classes.
4. Is there a lot of homework?
Homework is an essential part of your success in High School. It is much easier to build good study habits than it is to break bad ones!
Completing your homework when it is assigned helps further your learning and provides you with a chance to develop questions for your teacher. Each teacher will assign homework related to course curriculum as needed. The TDSB Homework Policy can be found here.
5. Are the Runnymede teachers nice, will they help me?
Absolutely! Our teachers care very much about the success and well-being of their students.
6. Where do I go if I need help with something?
RCI is full of caring adults. If you need help with something, just ask! The Guidance Department is always open, and ready to help.
contact us
RCI Guidance Department: 416-394-3200
Carla Cernic- Assistant Curriculum Leader of Student Services:
416-394-3200 ext. 20041
Daniella Fernandes- Assistant Curriculum Leader of Specialized Programs & Community Partnerships
416-394-3200 ext. 20042