Thursday, January 16, 2025
Happy Thankful Thursday Delta Families,
Reminder: PA Day tomorrow - Friday, January 17, 2025 - no school for students
Locks, Lockers and Chromebooks:
This is a gentle reminder that Chromebooks should be charged in the evening at home so they are ready to go for class each day.
If your child needs a lock for their locker, we do have a few that can be purchased. Please look for the school cashonline option. The cost is $6.28 and just email Aren to give her a heads up.
The students did a great job this week keeping their phones in their lockers and taking the materials that they need out of their lockers to be prepared for class. Thank you to all those parents who had a conversation with their child about this at home last week. It really helped make the transition easier.
Delta Open House:
A big thank you to all our staff, students and parents who helped support or attended the Delta Open House this past Tuesday!!! Online application deadline is Friday, January 31st.
Extreme Weather Policy:
Looks like the temperature is dropping significantly next week. The TDSB extreme weather policy states that when temperature and/or windchill factor indicates -28C or lower children will remain indoors due to risk of frostnip and frostbite.
When temperature and/or windchill factor indicates –20 to –28C, recesses may be shortened to 10 minutes and lunch recess be 20 minutes depending on local conditions. Children should be monitored closely for signs of frostnip, frostbite or difficulty breathing.
Please make sure your child is bundled up warmly next week!!!
From Melshean:
Discovering Math Camp (DMC)
Centre for Education in Mathematics and Computing at the University of Waterloo
Led by experienced educators, DMC is a week-long virtual program that offers interactive lessons and activities to build math skills and problem-solving abilities.
Audience: Students in grades 6 to 8 from Ontario.
Dates and location: March 10 to March 14, 2025, online.
Application deadline: February 10, 2025
Program Overview and Application
** This is not a TDSB program
From PEOC: Parent/Carer and Community Engagement Office:
Please join us on Thursday, January 23, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. as we converse with Bean Gill.
Bean Gill is an inspiring advocate, a trailblazer in paralysis recovery, and a champion of inclusivity. After a sudden spinal injury in 2012 left her paralyzed from the waist down, she refused to let adversity define her. Through grit and determination, she now walks with a walker, demonstrating the power of resilience.
As the co-founder of the ReYu Paralysis Recovery Centre, Bean helps reconnect minds and bodies, showing people with spinal cord injuries what’s possible. Her personal journey has become a source of motivation, encouraging others to face challenges head-on and embrace change.
Bean works tirelessly to break down barriers and fight discrimination against people with disabilities. Her impact has earned her numerous accolades, including Top 40 Under 40 and the RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award. A beacon of hope and empowerment, Bean Gill continues to redefine disability, foster inclusivity, and inspire courage and community support.
Please register if interested for this session.
Out of Area Admissions Information:
Online applications opened on January 6th, 2025
Students have the opportunity to access schools outside of the school that is designated to serve their home address by applying for Out-of-Area Admissions. Acceptance at these schools is subject to space availability. Find more information and details here.
If you are interested in attending a school other than your designated school by address, applicants can submit one online application. When applying for Out-of-Area admissions, applicants may include one (1) school choice in their application. Applicants may also include one (1) Secondary School without a Boundary choice in their application.
Transportation is the responsibility of the applicant when attending an Out-of-Area school.
Secondary Key Dates:
Online application form open from January 6 to January 24, 2025 at 4 p.m.
Round 1:
Families to be informed of the status of the application on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 before the end of the day.
Families must confirm acceptance of the offer by Tuesday, February 18 at 4 p.m.
Round 2:
Families to be updated on the status of the application on Wednesday February 19, 2025.
Families must confirm acceptance of the offer by Tuesday, February 25 at 4 p.m.
Final Round:
Families to be updated of the final status of the application on Wednesday February 26, 2025.
Families must confirm acceptance of the offer by Friday, February 28 at 4 p.m.
All waitlists expire at the end of the day on February 26, 2025.
TDSB Students must finalize their acceptance by completing and submitting the corresponding course selection for the accepted school in myBlueprint no later than Monday, March 3, 2025.
Transition Google Site to support Families
The TDSB Transition Support website for families is a new resource designed to assist families (and educators) in navigating key transitions throughout a student's educational journey, from Kindergarten to Post-21. These user-friendly platforms offer valuable tools, information, and support tailored to ensure successful transitions for all students, including those with disabilities and special education needs. Whether transitioning to a new grade, moving to a different school, or preparing for life beyond secondary education, the website provides practical resources and guidance to help educators and families plan effectively and make informed decisions.
Sent on behalf of Trustee Deborah Williams, Ward 10 University-Rosedale and Toronto Centre
Join us for the Ward 10 Forum: S.T.E.P.S to Mental Health & Well-Being in Schools
DATE: Monday, January 20, 2025
TIME: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Online via Zoom
Join Trustee Deborah Williams on January 20, 2025, for an engaging presentation and discussion on supporting mental health and well-being in our schools. Learn about creating safe, inclusive, identity-affirming school communities, improving access to mental health supports, and addressing stigma and barriers. We will also have updates from the Trustee and Superintendents. Your voice matters, and we want to hear from you. Everyone is welcome!
Trustee Update: January 2025
Upcoming Dates:
January:
06 ALT school and out of area admissions online application opens
17 PA Day
24 Deadline for secondary school applications (boundary, out of area)
28 Graffiti Alley Trip
30 AGO - Gr. 8 Trip
31 Deadline for ALT school and out of area applications (elementary)
February:
04 Delta In Person SAC meeting (with Hybrid option) - 6:30 PM
My Blueprint opens for gr. 8’s
12 Report Cards sent home
13 Interview evening for requested interviews
14 Interview morning for requested interviews
17 Family Day - no school
26 High school offers completed
27 My Blueprint closes
28 Contract Due Date
Have a wonderful weekend everyone!
Louise Evans
Principal at Delta Alternative Senior School