LPCI Library Learning Commons March 24, 2023 Newsletter

Engage, Inspire, Empower

Our goal is to support the success of our students, to promote a life-long enjoyment of reading, and to provide knowledge building experiences with 24/7 access to information in a welcoming environment that is conducive to learning.

We  strive to achieve this goal through attention to Equity, Well Being and Achievement.

Welcome Back

The TDSB character trait for this month is honesty. We continue to emphasize that using information ethically and legally is one way you can exercise honesty.

March is Greek Heritage Month at the Toronto District School Board (TDSB). It is an occasion to recognize and celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Greek Canadians to Canada, an occasion to mark and enjoy the history of Greek culture. See our resource page for Greek Heritage Month for links to more information.

This week's virtual library tip - For Teachers

Check out this short video to learn more about TDSB Teaching Resources and how we can support you this school year! 

New video available in TDSB Teaching Resources!

Scarborough is the film adaptation of the award-winning novel by Catherine Hernandez. Over the course of a school year, 3 kids in a low-income neighbourhood find community and friendship at a drop-in reading program. 

New Young Adult Books for 2023

Check out the books presented by Spencer Miller in the Bibliovideo.

Have you read any of the great books on the White Pine list? We have them all in our library learning commons !

Learn to protect yourself from spam, scams, frauds and identify theft for #FraudPreventionMonth! Media Smarts

Spam, online scams and frauds, identity theft and issues related to online purchases are a serious issue in the online world. Navigating the Web while avoiding these threats can be a challenging task. 

NEW from Historica Canada : Women in the Canadian Military

This guide includes activities that allow students to explore women’s military history in Canada. This guide does not present a comprehensive overview, but offers a selection of stories and perspectives that explore some women’s experiences in the Canadian military. These activities are best suited to students who have some contextual knowledge of the time periods and conflicts discussed. You may want to provide students with background information on conflicts relating to the activities. 

We hope this newsletter will be a support to you as we read, research, and learn together at Lawrence Park C.I.

HAPPY SPRING!

Mrs. Zwaan