Preparing for High School Information Sessions for Grade 8 Families
The series includes:
The Grade 8 to Grade 9 Transition Information Session, taking place on November 1, 2022, will share the Top 10 Tips and Considerations in the Transition to High School. This presentation is designed to augment the work already taking place through secondary open houses and at the Grade 8 schools.
The Student Interest Programs Information Session, taking place on November 3, 2022, will help students and families learn more about local programs, Facilitated Access to Skilled Trades programs, out-of-area admissions and applying to centralized programs and schools, including:
- Arts Focus Programs/Schools (elementary and secondary)
- CyberARTS Programs (elementary and secondary)
- Elite Athlete Programs (elementary and secondary)
- Integrated Technology School
- International Baccalaureate Programs
- Leadership Pathway Program
- Math, Science & Technology Programs
To further support students and families with the application process, central TDSB staff will be hosting three (3) Centralized Program Admissions Support Sessions to answer any questions that students or families may have when completing the Centralized Program Application.
Live, online support will be available on the following dates:
November 8 - 4:00pm – 5:30pm (LINK)
November 15 - 7:00pm – 8:30pm (LINK)
November 24 - 4:00pm – 5:30pm (LINK)
The Virtual Secondary Alternative Schools Fair, taking place on November 9, 2022, will introduce families to the Alternative schools in the board that offer Grade 9 to 12 programming. Alternative schools are highly engaged, smaller school environments. They use non-traditional hands-on approaches to learning. Each school has a distinct identity and focus, such as democratic education, holistic learning, physical art, mindful living, entrepreneurship, social justice, community outreach and more. These schools are ideal for students seeking an alternative to mainstream education and who want to take an active role in their own learning.
Webinar Details:
The Preparing For High Schools Series webinar details, including the link to register and request an interpreter, can be found here. Additionally, families can join the webinar link via Zoom or via the Parent & Community Engagement Office YouTube channel.
Resources:
To view the Secondary School Virtual Open Houses and Information Sessions, please visit https://www.tdsb.on.ca/OpenHouses
For more information about transitioning from Grade 8 to 9 in the TDSB, please visit https://www.tdsb.on.ca/High-School/Going-to-High-School/Beyond-8
For more information about the Centralized Student Interest Programs in the TDSB, please visit https://www.tdsb.on.ca/High-School/Going-to-High-School/Secondary-Centralized-Programs
For more information about Alternative Schools in the TDSB please visit https://www.tdsb.on.ca/Find-your/School/Alternative-Schools