Grade 8 to 9 Transitions

Over the next two months high schools will be holding information meetings for grade 8 students and their parents. To start this process the grade 8 schools in SW2 will be hosting a Transition Night on Wednesday, October 27 at 6:45pm at Parkdale PS. Guidance staff will go over the transition process and local high schools will be there to give an overview of their program and answer any questions you may have.

Dates to Note

Wednesday, October 27 – 6:45 – Transition Night at Parkdale PS

Thursday, October 28 – 6:15 & 7:30 – Etobicoke School of the Arts

Tuesday, November 9 – 7:00 – Ursula Franklin Academy

Tuesday, November 16 – 6:30 - Western Technical Commerce School

Tuesday, November 30 – 6:30 – Western Technical Commerce School – Specialized Programs

Wednesday, December 8 – 7:00 – Parkdale CI

Thursday, December 9 – 7:00 – Parkdale CI – International Baccalaureate Program

Wednesday, January 5 – 7:00 – Humberside CI

If there is another high school you are interested in please contact the school for their information date. While moving onto high school can be very exciting, there is always some trepidation about leaving Fern Avenue. We are here to support your child and make this as smooth and stress free as possible.

Stephanie Wong
Guidance Counsellor