Trustee Anu Sriskandarajah
Toronto District School Board Updates
I hope you all had a restful and joyous holiday, and I hope this new year brings you health and happiness.
Good News in Mathematics!
The TDSB is committed to providing exceptional, inclusive, empowering and culturally responsive mathematics education. Every classroom should be where students from diverse backgrounds and abilities can excel, fostering a deep appreciation for math and promoting collaborative problem-solving while maintaining high expectations for student achievement. The 2023-24 school year marked the introduction of the TDSB Math Achievement Action Plan – a comprehensive mathematics strategy with targeted support for Math Learning Partner schools. Visit the website at sites.google.com/tdsb.on.ca/tdsb-mathematics-for-families/tdsb-math-action-plan
Some highlights from the first year of implementation include:
- Improvements in EQAO results at TDSB Math Learning Partner schools, after just one year of Ministry Math Learning Partner support.
- Collaboration with experts and working with Ontario’s leading math researchers to develop math learning sessions for Kindergarten to Grade 12 teachers.
- Focused programming on the new Ontario math curriculum and continuing to build teacher expertise in content and pedagogical skills.
- Adoption of innovative tools for learning and now offers 12 digital math tools for students and teachers to explore math concepts in the classroom and at home.
- Promotion of the Mathematics for Families & Caregivers https://sites.google.com/tdsb.on.ca/tdsb-mathematics-for-families/home website to provide families with access to interactive tools and activities to support math learning at home, including TVO Mathify (free online tutoring) https://mathify.tvolearn.com.
Pathways to Care for Mental Health
TDSB offers drop-in hours for educational presentations that provide the knowledge and tools necessary to support the well-being of students at home and in school. For session dates and themes, visit tdsb.on.ca and search for “Mental Health Supports.”
Special Education Drop-In Sessions
Special Education and Inclusion is pleased to offer drop-in sessions for parents, guardians and caregivers. These sessions aim to provide information and resources for accessing special education supports and services. Participants can ask questions, share experiences, and connect with other families in a friendly environment. For upcoming dates, times and links, visit tdsb.on.ca and search for “Parent Engagement Sessions”
Trustee Garry Tanuan
Wishing everyone a Blessed New Year in 2025! Throughout December, our TCDSB schools were alive with the joy of Advent Masses, Christmas concerts, and festive presentations. I hope you and your family had the chance to rest and enjoy the Christmas season.
Video Contest Finalists
Congratulations to Cardinal Leger Catholic Elementary School, St. Mother Teresa Catholic Academy, and Francis Libermann Catholic High School! All three schools have advanced to the final round of OCSTA’s Pilgrims of Hope Short-Video Contest for students in Grades 4 to12 across Ontario Catholic schools.
“Pilgrims of Hope” is the theme of the 2025 Jubilee Year announced by Pope Francis and the Ontario Catholic School Trustees’ Association (OCSTA) 2024–2025 Catholic education theme.
The winners will be announced on January 17 at OCSTA’s Annual Catholic Trustees Seminar.
Tamil Canadian Heritage Month
January is Tamil Canadian Heritage Month. It is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the remarkable achievements and contributions of Tamil Canadians to Canada, as well as to appreciate and embrace the rich narratives and wisdom of Tamil culture.
Celebrating R.O.O.T.S. (Representation Of Our Tamil Students): students of Tamil heritage are encouraged to participate in the 2025 Tamil Canadian Students Symposium and Cultural Celebration on January 15. If you have any questions, please email Jodelyn Huang at jodelyn.huang@tcdsb.org.
Team Canada Olympic Day Grants
A total of 30 grants of up to $10,000 are available for Canadian schools across the country to help students play and stay in sports. Apply by January 5. If you have any questions, please email cosp@olympic.ca.
Sister Evanne Hunter Young
Women in Leadership Award
All schools are encouraged to nominate ONE female student in their graduating year (Grade 8 or 12) for the award. The deadline to submit a nomination is January 24. If you have any questions, please email Bruno Pileggi at bruno.pileggi@tcdsb.org.
FAQs and Questions? www.tcdsb.org/page/parents
Contact: Trustee Garry Tanuan 416-512-3408 or 416-222-8282 ext. 2660