TDSB Connects - October

1. Cannabis is Now Legal: As of today, Oct. 17, cannabis is now legal in Canada. For more information, including helpful resources for parents and students, please visit the Toronto District School Board website.


2. Parent Conference: Join us for the free parent conference on Saturday, Nov. 17. Attend workshops, network with agencies and other parents and hear from the keynote speaker. Bussing, childminding and interpretation services will be available. Register now!


3. Early French Immersion Parent/Guardian Information Evenings - The Early French Immersion (SK entry) Parent/Guardian Information Evenings will be held at specific area secondary schools across the system in October and November. More information is available online, including the date, time and location for each session.


4. Extended Day Programs: There are still spaces available in Extended Day Programs at nine TDSB schools. For registration information and a list of available locations, please visit the website.


5. Open Houses and Information Nights: Learn everything you need to know about our schools, programs and courses at TDSB Open Houses and Information Nights. These events are held between October and January.


6. Provincial Consultation on Education Reform: Parents, students, educators and community members are invited to provide feedback on several areas of the province's education system, including updating the Health and Physical Education curriculum and improving student performance in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Closing date is Dec. 15, 2018. To learn more and how you can participate, visit fortheparents.ca.


7. School Board Election: The next municipal election will be held on Monday, Oct. 22, 2018. This includes election for the office of school board trustee. Learn more about the election and the role of a school board trustee, and view the list of trustee candidates.


8. TDSB Update: Sign up for TDSB Update and stay informed about recent Board decisions and district-wide news.