I hope this newsletter finds you well. 

Yom HaShoah, also known as Holocaust Remembrance Day, is a time each year when we pause to remember the six million Jews, along with millions of others, who were brutally persecuted and murdered during the Holocaust by Nazi Germany and its collaborators. This year, the day of remembrance falls on Wednesday, April 23.

More than a historical commemoration, Yom HaShoah is a powerful reminder of the horrors that unfolded during World War II. It is a day to reflect not only on the suffering endured by Jewish communities, but also on the lives of Roma people, people with disabilities, political prisoners, and other marginalized groups who were targeted during this dark chapter in history.

As has been noted, this year, we are honoured to welcome Holocaust survivor Pinchas Gutter as a special guest at our Yom HaShoah Assemblies on Tuesday, April 22. His presence and testimony offer a rare and meaningful chance to hear a first-hand account of survival and resilience. We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to learn from him and carry forward his message.

Some further details re. our upcoming Assembly: this has been organized by LPCI’s JSA, under the (truly) exceptional leadership of teacher and Staff Advisor Sari Harris. Their thoughtful and meaningful work has garnered significant recognition and appreciation outside of LPCI, to the degree that we are welcoming several distinguished guests who will be attending the assembly, including:

• The Honourable Paul Calandra, Ontario Minister of Education

• The Honourable Michelle Cooper, MPP

• Clayton La Touche, Director of Education, TDSB

• Shelley Laskin, TDSB Trustee

• Cassandra Alviani-Alvarez, Superintendent

Please join me in congratulating Ms. Harris and the JSA for their dedication and powerful contribution to Holocaust education and remembrance at LPCI.

Take care,

Michael Griesz, Principal

New!: Faculty of Languages - Results of the CASLT video contest!

French teachers routinely advertise various French contests (essay, video, poetry, poster, public speaking, etc.) to their students. These opportunities not only contribute to increased skills and fluency, they also often lead to university bursaries, scholarships and expense-paid travel. Mme Benais is pleased to announce that one of her grade 12 students, Lily Bruce made Lawrence Park proud as she won the Grand prize (certificate, t-shirt and monetary prize), in the 2025 CASLT Languages Build Video Contest. Bravo Lily!  For more information, please contact Mme Benais at marie-helene.benais@tdsb.on.ca

Lily's winning video:  https://youtu.be/nWm5eYVF3Ws?si=FYPryxslFRFokidK

New!: Ontario High School Chess Championship

Love strategy? Ready for an exciting challenge? Join LPCI’s Chess Team and participate in the Ontario High School Chess Championship! Students from across the province will come together at U of T for two days of competitive play. It’s a great chance to represent LPCI at Ontario’s biggest high school chess tournament, test your skills, and be part of an exciting event! Level: Beginner to Advanced; Dates: Fri & Sat, May 23–24

Location: University of Toronto; Cost: $50; Details: www.ohscc.on.ca; Interested? Contact Mr. Ho ASAP.  Spots fill up quickly! 

New!: Music Student Performances Shine

 On April 12, five of our music students; Ben Cherkassky, Noah Clarke, Nicole Ma, Sophie Ribnitski (Grade 12), and Lai-Yi Clarke (Grade 10) performed in a well-attended concert presented by the Canadian Sinfonietta. They shared the stage with the orchestra’s professional musicians and played with skill and confidence. Noah and Lai-Yi were featured soloists as prize winners of the organization’s Young Artist Showcase concert.

The very next day, Noah, Nicole, and Lai-Yi competed with their string quartet at the North York Music Festival, earning top marks from the adjudicator. They will head to Kitchener-Waterloo in June to compete in the provincial finals. Bravi!

New!: Spring Season Highlights

 Our music ensembles are in full swing this season. The Concert Choir recently performed at the Ontario Vocal Festival at Central Peel Secondary School and received excellent remarks from the adjudicators. Congratulations to Sophie Ribnitski, this year’s recipient of the OVF Leadership Award.

Both Junior Strings and Symphonic Strings returned from the Ontario Strings Association’s Orchestra Festival with great feedback from clinician Professor Sharon Wei of Western University. The Junior Strings, made up primarily of beginner players, earned a Silver rating, while the Symphonic Strings achieved Gold. Congratulations to Tahmeed Bakht and Gengxin Zhu, recipients of this year’s OSA Leadership Awards.

New!: May Lyrics & PACE

The Music Department is not slowing down. Our students will perform at York University and STACKT Mark in May for MusicFest Canada and PACE, an interdisciplinary arts event highlighting the creative arts students of TDSB schools.

May Lyrics

May 1, 2025 at 7pm 

LPCI Auditorium 

Admission: $15 (free for current LPCI students) 

Tickets will be available through SchoolCashOnline

Faculty of Languages - DELF exams

Every year, the TDSB in collaboration with the Ministry of Education in France, offers grade 12 French students (Core, Extended, Immersion), the opportunity to participate in the Diplôme d’études en langue française (DELF) which allows students to obtain a Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) certificate attesting to their level of competence in French (A2, B1, B2).  The French Ministry of National Education awards this diploma to successful candidates, and it is recognized around the world. This year's DELF exams will take place in May and the TDSB is covering the cost of the exam.  Applicants who have won the Board's lottery received an email confirmation of their participation and their exam dates.  Mme Benais is pleased to announce that 14 LP students have been accepted (12 of whom chose to sit the very challenging B2 !).  Stay tuned for the results of this very prestigious exam recognized around the world.  Bonne chance aux candidats!  For more information please contact: marie-helene.benais@tdsb.on.ca.

New! TEDxYouth@LPCI

The TEDxYouth@LPCI event is just days away on Wednesday April 23rd at 6pm!  Get your tickets now for $10 on School Cash Online to join us for a night filled with amazing TEDx Talks, delicious food and great memories! We hope to see you there!

New!: Asian Heritage Month at the TDSB: May 2025 Poster Competition

The month of May is recognized by the Toronto District School Board as Asian Heritage Month. This year's theme is Asian Canadians Up and Rising. This year's Asian Heritage Month theme, Asian Canadians Up and Rising, celebrates the strength, resilience, and achievements of Asian Canadian communities. It recognizes individuals and groups who have contributed to shaping Canada's past and present, while also highlighting emerging voices and future leaders. For students and staff in the TDSB community, this theme serves as an opportunity to explore stories of perseverance and embrace the unique identities that contribute to both the school community and to the diverse Asian diaspora in Canada. By learning about and celebrating these diverse perspectives, schools can promote inclusivity, equity, and a deeper appreciation for Asian Canadians. Please see the attached for full details of a Poster Competition as we invite all TDSB students to participate. Deadline: Monday, April 28, 2025, by 3:00 pm. 

Student Council  --  Elections for next year's Student Council

Elections for next year’s Student Council are coming up soon ! Interested students should join the Student Council Hopefuls Google Classroom -- code: bhajg42q. If you have any questions,  please contact Mme Benais at marie-helene.benais@tdsb.on.ca.

John Fisher PS Fun Fair! Volunteering

Hello LP students! We are looking for volunteers for the John Fisher PS Fun Fair! It'll be held on Saturday 7th June and we need volunteers from 11:00am to 2:00pm, earning you 3 hours of volunteer time. Tasks will include running games and events such as bracelet making, cookie decorating, face painting and more. Please contact Nina Lathia (nina.lathia@gmail.com) if you have any questions or to sign up.

Social Media Unfiltered: What Matters and What Doesn’t - Assembly for grade 9/10 Students

Ensuring that students receive information about digital safety is essential in today’s interconnected world. Guided by PPM 170 and TDSB PR 589, which emphasize student well-being, responsible technology use, and digital citizenship, this presentation by Dwayne Morgan, a valued TDSB educational partner, will equip students with critical strategies to navigate online spaces safely. From understanding privacy risks to recognizing and responding to cyber threats, students will learn how to engage responsibly and seek support when needed. By fostering awareness and proactive digital habits, we empower students to make informed choices, ensuring their safety and well-being in an increasingly digital landscape.  This assembly will take place on April 24 during period 1 and include all grade 9 and 10 students.

Prom

This year's Prom will be held on Thursday June 5, from 6:00PM-11:00PM at the Eglinton Grand, 400 Eglinton Ave. W.  Tickets will be sold between April 2-21 on School Cash Online for $115.00.  If you have any questions, please contact scott.manuel@tdsb.on.ca.  

African Heritage (Black History) Month at the TDSB - Know Your Worth Scholarship

The African Heritage Month Volunteer Planning Committee is pleased to announce that students of African Heritage graduating from a TDSB secondary school will be able to apply for the Know Your Worth Scholarship. The Scholarship provides three awards: Kujichagulia Academic Award; Kuumba Creative Award, and Umoja Leadership Award. Each award has a prize of $2,000.00.  The attached information package explains the scholarship's eligibility, conditions, criteria, and submission requirements.

Students will need to use their TDSB login to complete the application form. The platform for the application is Microsoft Forms. Students should carefully read the details provided in the package to ensure they have all the necessary information to complete the application. Students can seek assistance from staff mentor to complete the application. Students will be able to return to the form until the cut-off date and time. Also, students can apply for more than one award. Please use the form that corresponds with the award. We would like to thank school administrators, teachers, and counselors in advance for the many ways that they have supported students. Whether it has been by being a staff referee or removing barriers allowing access to technology at school, the Committee greatly appreciates your support. If you have any questions about the scholarship or the application process, please contact paula.mclaughlin@tdsb.on.ca.  

Indigenous Student Summer Leadership Program

This summer, First Nation, Métis and Inuit students can participate in a program that offers leadership opportunities, working with Indigenous mentors throughout the month of July. Learn more and students can express interest in the program by completing this form. 

Nimkii-Kwe Akiing (Thunder Women On The Land) Summer Cultural Leadership Camp

This summer from July 2-July 18, First Nations, Métis, and Inuit secondary students from across the TDSB will have the opportunity to learn from Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers, engage in ceremony and celebrations, and learn from the land. Learn more and register here.

Self-Service Password Reset

In an effort to protect TDSB student accounts and increase security, IT Services is requesting we advise all students to register for Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR). This tool allows students to reset their passwords at home or school anytime, using any device connected to the Internet, without the assistance of staff. The SSPR tool is only available to students in Grades 5 through 12. Many of you have not registered for SSPR. This video demonstrates how students can register for SSPR. Additional information on using SSPR is available on ServiceIT. If you have any questions with regard to this notification, please contact School Community IT Support for assistance with SSPR.

City Wide Grad Portrait Retake/Absentee Day

Edge Imaging will be having an annual citywide grad portrait absentee/retake day on April 19, 2025.Please note you will need to register by going through the steps in the link below to take part in the event. 

 https://edgeimaging.ca/en/studio-day-disclaimer-2/ 

Lawrence Park CI Website

Hey, check out the new Lawrence Park CI website @ www.lawrenceparkcollegiateinstitute.ca. Check out the latest news and events happening at LP!  We'll also be posting photos and videos on everything LP on our site - from LP TV segments to event highlights!  Be a part of our online school community!

Exciting Business Pitch Opportunity for Students!

We’re thrilled to share an incredible opportunity for students to participate in the ABEEL Foundation Business Pitch Competition on May 17, 2025, in Toronto! Open to all students, this competition challenges participants to pitch innovative sustainability solutions in construction, accounting, automotive, and legal industries, with a focus on accessibility for underrepresented communities, particularly Black communities. Prizes include $1,500 for top winners, mentorship with C-suite executives, and networking opportunities. All participants receive career support, and attendees who vote in the People’s Choice Award share a $1,500 prize pool. For more information and to register (before April 18, 2025), click HERE.  Any questions, please contact Natalie Fimis at Natalie.Fimis@tdsb.on.ca.

New!: Amazing Cash and Prizes to be Won!

LPCI School Council is thrilled to announce our Spring Fling Online Raffle Fundraiser running from APRIL 22 through MAY 26.

Buy your tickets for chance to win great prizes from Raptors and Nutcracker Ballet tickets to beauty, jewellery and more – and yes, parents of graduating seniors, there will be coveted front row grad seats as part of the early bird draws so don’t delay.  Last but not least… there is a $2,000 cash grand prize!  

Tickets are 1= $25, 5 = $100 and 15 = $250 with a max of 2000 being sold.  

Proceeds from the fundraiser will be going to support the renovation of our library, updating our science labs, purchasing new student chrome books and more  

You must be 18 years or older and a resident of Ontario to purchase.  

Click the link to purchase your tickets and share with family and friends so they, too, can get in on the action.  https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/lpcipa

Buy one, buy many and as always, thank you for supporting our amazing LP community  

New!: Parent/Caregivers IMPACT Symposiums

Calling all parents and caregivers! The City of Toronto’s Community Crisis Response Program and the TDSB Parent/Caregiver & Community Engagement Office invite you to IMPACT – Innovative Methods for Parents/Caregivers Today!

Join us this May for one of three powerful sessions designed to equip you with the knowledge and the tools to support your children. We’ll tackle the most pressing issues facing young people, including:

·         Mental Health & Well- being & Vaping Dependency

·         Social Media and Cellphone Dependency

·         Criminality & Prevention

·         Missing Youth & Community Safety

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect. Register soon as registration is limited.

Date

Time

Location

Registration Link

Saturday May 10, 2025

10:00 am-5:00 pm

David & Mary Thomson Collegiate-125 Brockley Drive, Toronto ON

https://lu.ma/ej9m7in1?locale=en-CA 

Saturday May 24, 2025

10:00 am-5:00 pm

The Learning Enrichment Foundation-116 Industry Street Toronto ON

https://lu.ma/o81k46z4?locale=en-CA

Saturday May 31, 2025

10:00 am-5:00 pm

Rosedale Heights School of the Arts- 711 Bloor St E, Toronto, ON

https://lu.ma/blthvik1

Community Consultations

The TDSB aims to be responsive to the voices of communities by developing tailored action plans, each based on the pillars of the Anti Hate and Anti Racism Strategy. This Spring, TDSB students, families and community members who self-identify as part of the Asian diaspora are invited to attend a community consultation to support a multi-dimensional strategy that affirms diverse and intersectional Asian identities and addresses anti-Asian racism within the TDSB. Learn more. 

Dates: April 15 - May 20, 2025: Time: 5:30 PM; Audience: TDSB Students, Caregivers and Community.

April 2025 Special Education and Inclusion Letter

Please see the April 2025 Special Education and Inclusion Parent/Guardian Newsletter. All newsletters for parents/guardians/caregivers can be found on the external TDSB site. 

TDSB Guide to Special Education and Inclusion Resource

Please take a moment to review the TDSB Guide to Special Education and Inclusion resource. https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vS9iRFwtww1zR6UiNUmBTPU90kJzjFhM3S-3eqeWpZ9IcOXeUyKjdaXQy7NyQLI0g/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000&slide=id.p1

Steps to Address Questions and Concerns

Below is the best way to talk to us, and who you should reach out to and when (Please also refer to the TDSB Parent Concern Protocol (PR505) for more information):

Step 1 - Classroom Teacher

• Any questions about the classroom

• Classroom rules and consequences

• Homework and assignments

Step 2 - School Principal

• Concerns about an individual school

• Student registration

• Student schedules

• Student suspensions

• School Council

• Code of Conduct

• Safety and security

• Budget and fundraising

• Report card concerns

• Homework and assignments

Step 3 - School Superintendents

• Alternate attendance request        

• Suspension appeals

Step 4 - Trustees

• Concerns about your community

• Ideas and suggestions for the Board

• Board policies under review

• Items on Board Agendas

• Board budget

Reporting An Absence

TDSB is offering a more efficient way for parents and caregivers to report all student absences, late arrivals, or future absences by using the School Messenger app. You can also report by calling the school messenger portal at 1-833-250-2290. All attendance being reported before 9:00AM must be done using School Messenger. You no longer need to call the school directly.

School Calendar and Vacation Planning 2024-25

The 2024-25 School Calendar is now available on the TDSB website. Please click here for PA day and  holiday dates. Calendar items specific to Lawrence Park can be viewed on the main page of our school website linked here. Please note that we will be scheduling final Exams and culminating activities for the 2024-25 school year in both January and June. A reminder that vacations are not considered a legitimate absence from instructional days or Exam days. Every effort should be made to avoid scheduling family vacations during school time. In the event of a missed evaluation due to a family vacation, teachers are not required to provide an alternative form of evaluation or Exam and a mark of zero may be assigned.

School Council Website Address

The school council has a new website at a new address: www.lpschoolcouncil.ca.

School Council Social Media

Follow the Parent Council: Instagram: @lpciparentcouncil.

New Drop-In Music Club: Explore Strings!

Is your child curious about playing a violin, viola, cello, or bass? Explore Strings is a new drop-in club where students can try and learn an orchestral string instrument in a fun and supportive environment. Every Monday after school in Room 119.  No music experience necessary!

For questions or inquiries, please contact Ms. Wong at Megan.Wong@tdsb.on.ca. Come explore the world of strings with us!

Young Women on the Move

Would you like to join our team? YWM is a powerful mentorship initiative building meaningful relationships for young women in Grades 9-12. Our vision is to advocate for and empower young women and gender diverse people at LP to become agents of positive change, and to grow a network of socially conscious young women utilizing confidence and courage to create a caring and positive world.  Join our google classroom to learn more!  The class code is gekvf6a.

New!: LPCI Squash Team

Congratulations to the LP Squash team for their performance in the Jim Mason Cup Ontario Tournament on April 10th and 11th. All players performed exceptionally well both on and off the courts. LP's top team secured the Silver Medal!  Trevor Mee tied for the top ranked player of the tournament and Dario Zamaranian secured 5th place.  It was a pleasure to coach this great team of experienced and beginner squashers!  Go LP!!! 

LPAC

Applications are now open for the Athletic Council. If your child is interested in applying they can join the google class for more information vasjxvav. Applications are due April 25th. 

Baseball Gloves

If you have any spare baseball/softball gloves we would love to put them to good use here at LP for our classes. Please drop them off in the main office. We had great luck with skates and sharpening so we thought we would see if there are any gloves collecting dust :)

Spring Sports

Spring sports are upon us and many teams have begun the tryout process. If your child has not already been in contact with the coach or joined their google classroom they can contact the coach by e-mail. Teams are always announced using instagram, announcements and posters throughout the school. Below is a list of coaches:

Co Ed Ultimate Frisbee - Armen Alexanian, Raymond Chung

Girls Soccer - Doug Hunnisett

Girls Flag Football - Michael St. George

Co Ed Table Tennis - Chi kin Ho

Track and Field - Karen Daigle, Chris D’Angleo, Annabelle DeGouveia

Girls Slopitch - Brian Goldkind

Boys Rugby 15s - Michael Edelhofer

Boys Baseball - Jason Kuzmich

Co Ed Tennis - Lindsey Wong, Natalie Mandarino

EMA

For all teams an EMA (Excursion Management Application) form will need to be completed in order to try out. https://parent.ema.tdsb.on.ca/#/ - If you have any questions about EMA or are having trouble logging in please contact us. 

Athletics 

If you have any questions about sports teams at LP please contact karen.daigle@tdsb.on.ca or doug.hunnisett@tdsb.on.ca  We would be happy to answer any questions you have. 

Athletic Council Social Media

Follow the Athletic Council on Instagram: @lpciathletics for up to date information about Athletics at LP!

Alison Hepburn

Alison Hepburn, a teacher at one time at LPCI, and active LPCI Alumni Association member, passed away on April 4, 2025. A celebration of Alison’s life will be held at a later date.  For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Walker Family Cancer Centre. On behalf of the LPCI community, we offer Alison’s family our deepest condolences.

Online

The LPAA website is up and running, but still a work in progress. You can find it at https://www.lpcialumni.com/. Perhaps the biggest initiative continues to be getting every Robur and commencement program uploaded to the site. Alumnus Nancy Hamparian has been the driver of the initiative, but with some encouragement from Principal Griesz, we now have about a dozen student volunteers working on website projects. Relevant to us, the 1979, 1980 and 1910 Roburs are online. 1982 and 1983 are in the works.

On Facebook

The LPAA is at https://www.facebook.com/groups/LPCI75th/. Lawrence Park Collegiate 1983 is at https://www.facebook.com/groups/68735842927. Lawrence Park Collegiate Institute Over 30! is moderated by Ara Yeremian and can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lpciover30.

Instagram

LPAA’s Instagram account is @LPCIAlumni.

Contacts

Something to say to the LPAA – want to get involved - want to publicize an alumni relevant event – want to be a class rep? Info@lpcialumni.com. Any questions or comments about what I’ve written here? Shoot me an email don@perrylaw.ca. 

New!: White Pine Book Club

Our Book Club Council have been running some very successful White Pine meetings!  A huge thank you to our staff and student readers who have been attending these meetings and for their wonderful insights into the books!  Our next meeting is Wednesday April 30th at the start of lunch in the Library Seminar Room.  The theme for the meeting is 'Stories with a Queer Perspective’  The books we will be discussing are Lockjaw by Matteo Cerilli and Zombie Apocalypse Running Club by Carrie Mac.  Come on out to introduce yourself to amazing stories, authors, and people!  Bring your lunch and we will provide the dessert treats!  All are welcome!  There is also an amazing Raffle Prize you can win!  The more meetings you attend, the better your chances are to WIN! Join our White Pine Book Club Google Classroom to stay up to date on meetings and events: 7onupnz Happy Reading LP!

New! Newsletter

Please see our LPCI Library Learning Commons April 17th 2025 Newsletter

Library Learning Commons

Please see our LPCI Library Learning Commons Website. Please join with the Google classroom with the code 2mvgxib

Library Social Media

Follow the Library on Instagram: lpci.library

Follow the Library on X: @LPCIlibrarylife

Library Further Information

Please refer to the LPCI Library page from the main LPCI website for more information about general Library information.

Library Teacher-Librarian Contact information

Julia Zwaan (ACL Library & Special Projects)

julia.zwaan@tdsb.on.ca

416.393.9500 extension 20010

Adam Solakis (ACL English)

adam.solakis@tdsb.on.ca

416.393.9500 extension 20010

Future Speakers

In accordance with the Ministry of Education's memorandum Strengthening Academic Achievement and Transparency and TDSB PR589 Vetting External Presentations Procedure this email serves notice of  upcoming guest speakers.

Date:  Tuesday, April 22

Time:  10:00-12:00

Location: Auditorium

Audience:  Whole school

Presenter:  Pinchas Gutter

Topic:  Holocaust Remembrance Day

Guidance Google Classroom

Students are reminded to check their guidance Google Classroom for important updates, including post-secondary information, volunteer opportunities, and more. 

Guidance Appointments  

Please use this link to request a guidance appointment.

Full Disclosure Date (also known as Marks Maintain After Date)

Grade 11 and grade 12 students are reminded to keep in mind the full disclosure date. This is the last day to drop a course without the mark appearing on your permanent transcript. If you withdraw from a course after the Full Disclosure date, the mark for that dropped course will appear on your transcript.

The full disclosure date for semester 2 grade 11 or grade 12 courses is April 23, 2025. Please speak to your guidance counsellor for more information. 

Summer School 

The TDSB will be offering summer school courses through Continuing Education and e-Summer. Please carefully review the information below and on their websites. See your guidance counsellor if you have any questions. 

New!: TDSB E-Summer

Registration for TDSB E-Summer is now open! TDSB E-Summer will only be offering grade 11 and grade 12 courses. Students must submit parent/guardian approval form to complete their registration. 

Program Dates: 

July Session July 2 to July 25 

August Session July 28 to Aug 22

Please note that although e-Summer courses are asynchronous, they are not self-paced courses. Assignments and evaluations are to be completed and submitted according to the due dates established in the course outline.  Students are expected to log in and commit 6-7 hours daily to engage in and complete work independently.

TDSB Summer School- Continuing Education

Registration for TDSB Summer School- Continuing Education begins April 22 at 10 AM. 

Program Dates: July 2-25, 2025

Learning model: synchronous

• Remote - live & synchronous learning Gr 9 & 10 courses only

• In Person - various locations - Gr 9-12 courses

• Remote Credit Recovery -Gr. 9-12 courses

**Civics/Careers is ONLY offered through Con-Ed during July** 

Registration Dates: April 22 to June 17

TDSB Summer Coop 2025: 2-Credit Program - Expression of Interest form is OPEN

The TDSB 2025 Summer Coop 2-Credit program is now accepting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from students!  Please see below for info:

• EOI deadline for students requesting a Central Summer Coop placement (Sunnybrook, Scarborough Health Network, North York General Hospital - Senior Centre, xoTO) = April 17, 2025 @ 3:00pm

• EOI deadline for all OTHER Summer Coop placements (NOT Central) = May 02, 2025 @ 3:00pm

• Students must be available from July 02-August 08; Vacation plans cannot be accommodated, this is a 6-week, 2-credit program

• Only current Grade 11 or 12 students may apply, current Grade 10 students will not be considered

• Students may only participate in ONE TDSB Summer Credit/Course, inclusive of e-learning, not two or more

How to Apply: Students must see their guidance counsellor, co-op teacher, or Student Success teacher who will submit the Summer Coop 2025 EOI form on their behalf; a follow-up Google form for placement requests will be sent to students after May 02.

2025 Summer Co-op EOI Google Form Link: https://forms.gle/RBga43WAqYSREXF28

For more information, please email TDSBSummerCo-op@tdsb.on.ca.

Ontario Universities Information Sessions 

The Ontario Universities Information Sessions will be held on May 22, 2025, from 5 to 7 pm (ET)

This virtual event is divided into 4 sessions, where students can learn about the universities of their choice and ask questions. This event is tailored to Grade 11 and younger students who are beginning their university research. Registration is available now.

Save the Date! Ontario Universities Fair (OUF)

Ontario Universities Fair (OUF): Toronto, September 27-28, 2025, 9:30 am to 5 pm daily. The OUF is one of the largest educational fairs in North America. Students can gather information and chat one-on-one with students, staff and faculty from Ontario's universities. Stay tuned for more information!

Spring Open House

Ontario Colleges are currently running spring Open House sessions. This is a great opportunity to visit a campus to gather more information about programs to make decisions about post-secondary opportunities. For more information about Ontario College Open Houses, please click here. 

Scholarships and Opportunities 

There are several scholarship opportunities posted on grade 11 and grade 12 Google Classrooms. Below are some opportunities we would like to highlight.

The Black Foundation of Community Networks

The BFCN Scholarship Directory is a free, detailed, and up-to-date compilation of 50+ available scholarships, awards, and bursaries for youth pursuing post-secondary education primarily at the undergraduate level. This directory was created to support Black students and their families, educators, guidance counselors, and coaches search, find, and apply for funding opportunities. There are several scholarship opportunities available with deadlines throughout the spring and summer. Please click here to access the scholarship directory. 

The Corsage Project 

The Corsage Project is hosting the Boutique Ball on May 3 to support eligible high school graduates with their formal wear needs. Speak to your guidance counselor or see the website for more details.