Dear Students/Parents/Guardians:
Welcome back to another year of learning with your child! This year the TDSB focus will be
centered on equity, well-being, and student achievement. Knowing our Students, Engaging our
Students, Listening to our Students and Learning from our Students will play a pivotal role in the
Guidance Program. We will work hard to inspire students, connect with their passions and assist
them to dream about their future. (Unleashing Learning: A Vision For Learning in TDSB)
One of the goals of the guidance program is that every grade 8 student and family will be equipped
with the knowledge and information to make an informed and confident decision for choosing an
appropriate secondary school program. This is a process that requires a partnership between the
student, parents/guardians, teachers, guidance counsellor and our secondary school
representatives. This partnership will help ensure that our students will have every opportunity for
success as they transition to secondary school. This process will help students become more
independent learners. They will acquire the basic habits and skills they will need for lifelong learning
and for success both at school and in other areas of their lives.
Guidance will support schools in implementing this program for students in grades 7& 8 utilizing the
My Blueprint Program along with other specific classroom activities. Please visit the resource
section in our Blog below for further information and resources. Please contact your guidance
counsellor if you have any questions or concerns.
We look forward to working with you and your child to ensure that he/she has a positive experience
as they transition to secondary school. If you require any further information please do not hesitate
to contact your child’s Guidance Counsellor at their elementary school. You are also encouraged to
visit this website and www.tdsb.on.ca on a regular basis for the most up to date information.
“Choices for Nine” invitations will be arriving to the Elementary schools soon. At this
important meeting for families, we will be taking a deeper look at the grade 8 to 9 transition
process and timelines.
