Grade 8 to 9 Transitions


myBlueprint Classroom Information

During the month of December, students in 6/7 and 7/8 classes will continue using myBlueprint to explore some of the Portfolio, Goal Setting and Who Am I? options.  myBlueprint is an educational planning tool used for course selection and career planning.


If you have a student in grade 7 or 8 (only), and want to find out more about myBlueprint, or create a family account, please click here for more information - MyBlueprint Family Letter


Grade 8 to 9 Transition Information

Information about the grade 8-9 transition process can be found at TDSB Beyond 8 website.  


Secondary Student Central Student Interest Programs

Applicants will be notified of placement in two rounds. 

Round 1- The deadline for the parent/guardian to be informed of a Student Interest Program offer was December 5, 2024, and the deadline for the parent/guardian to accept a Student Interest Program offer is December 11, 2024.

Round 2 - The deadline for the parent/guardian to be informed of a Student Interest Program offer is December 12, 2024, and the deadline for the parent/guardian to accept a Student Interest Program offer is December 18, 2024.

Students who do not receive a placement during these rounds will be kept on a waitlist.  

For more information about this process, including application offers and waitlists, please see the Secondary Central Student Interest Programs website. 

 

Secondary Open House Information

To find out more about secondary open house options, please visit TDSB High School Open House Information


Secondary Schools Without A Boundary

Students interested in Technical and Commercial schools, and/or out-of-area options must apply from January 6 - January 24.  More information about these options can be found by visiting the Secondary Schools Without A Boundary website.


Course Selection - Grade 8 to 9

Students moving from grade 8 to 9 within the TDSB will complete course selection for grade 9, using myBlueprint, in class.  Grade 8 students will begin exploring options in January.  Course selection will be done in school, and then emailed home for parent/guardian approval.  This begins on February 10, 2025.  More school specific information will be shared with you in early 2025.  For information about the process in general, please see the Choices Planning for Grade 9 digital magazine.