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The Woburn Arts Collective was designed by students for all learners with a desire to expand their knowledge, work collaboratively and innovate with a focus in the Arts. The program was created to meet the growing needs and interests of TDSB students. Our goal is to make the Arts accessible for all while adapting to a changing workplace which is more technologically advanced and requires creative problem solving skills.
When joining the program you will choose a focus subject which will be taught in one semester. Focus subjects are Dance, Visual Art, Drama and Music. In the other semester students will participate in an Integrated Arts program where all students will be working alongside and with each other. In grade 10 students can choose a new focus subject or remain in their previous choice. Please note that media arts also becomes available as a focus subject as of grade 10.
Two teachers will lead the Integrated Arts program. Each teacher will lead a district unit and students will choose which unit they would like to participate in. Students will be expected to try various disciplines to help expand their knowledge and understanding of the Arts. We want our students to take risks and venture out of their comfort zones to help expand their appreciation of the world and build their self confidence. Projects will be based in the 5 arts disciplines (Drama, Music, Visual Art, Dance & Media Arts)
In Grade 10 Integrated Arts - ALC2O, students will add a second layer of difficulty and expand their collaborative skills by participating in more advanced projects. They will also serve as mentors for the grade 9 students which will deepen their learning from the previous year. In grade 10, students will continue the same format of choosing two units based on interest. They will also continue to participate in various school based arts events, held during the year. The design of these projects will be led by student interest and choice, as such if students interests have changed they are welcome to explore different arts disciplines when choosing the units they will follow.
In Grade 11 students will graduate to the Exploring and Creating in the Arts - AEA3O course where they will build a large production and art gallery together. Again students will participate in multiple disciplines to help nurture in them, the most growth, intellect and innovation. In this course students’ problem solving and collaborative skills will be tested, helping them prepare for the challenges they will face in the years ahead. The project being mounted each year will have ongoing student input at its forefront, allowing for student innovation and creative growth.
Finally in Grade 12, students will take the Interdisciplinary Studies - IDC4M, course where business and promotion will be added to the production elements of the previous course. Students will also have a second opportunity to build and host a large production and gallery. Here again students will be leading the ideas and choices in the work.
To learn more join us for our Open House
Information Session
Thursday November 20th 2025 at 6:00pm
The application for September 2026 will open in November 2025 and submission are due by Dec 12th 2025
Please visit www.tdsb.on.ca/specializedprograms to learn more about program entry points, eligibility requirements, minimum report card benchmark, the required demonstrations of knowledge and skill, and the application and admission process.
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