Dear 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 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.
