VACCINATION INFORMATION for FAMILIES
Schools and parents work in partnership. The role of the school is to support families. Please find the information below to read and make an informed decision about vaccinating your child. Calling your family doctor and/or your child’s pediatrician is always recommended should you have additional questions and/or concerns about the vaccine.
Canadian Paediatric Society- This site has many other links to sources.
Vaccines for Children and Youth (Toronto Public Health)
Benefits of Being Fully Vaccinated (Toronto Public Health)
SAFE ARRIVAL
If your child is going to be absent from school please call the attendance line by 8 am. If you do not call in your child’s absence you will continue to receive calls throughout the day from the automated system.
The Attendance line is toll-free- 1-833-250-2290.
TDSB SCHOOL CALENDAR
2023 - 2024
ACADEMIC ONLINE FREE RESOURCES
Math websites for families (FREE!)
IXL- Teachers have added this to their Google Classrooms for parents to access.
University of Cambridge
The University of Waterloo
Youcubed (rich math tasks)
TWITTER
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HOMEWORK SUPPORT
Top 10 Homework Tips for Parents/Guardians
HOMEWORK POLICY
MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES for FAMILIES
The TDSB has put together resources for families. Please review the link.
Mental health resources for students link
REXDALE COMMUNITY HUB-
Need help and you are not sure where to go? Look no further. The Rexdale Community Hub offers a range of services for all families right in our area. Please visit the site and click on “Services.“
STRUGGLING WITH MENTAL HEALTH?
If you or some one you love is struggling with mental health you need to know that you are not alone. There are people who can help you and resources at your fingertips. The resources below are supported by the Ministry of Health and provide solid information and resources for you. You can access them 24/7.
Mindyourmind.ca
KidsHelpPhone
eMentalHealth
More Mental Health Resource for Families
Mental Health Resources on TDSB's website
Toronto Public Health- COVID-19
A Calendar full of resources and activities
Wellness Together Canada (Government of Canada)
ARE YOU A STUDENT AND FEELING DOWN OR UPSET?
You are not alone. The Kids' Help Line is created just for students who are having difficulty in the following areas:
- emotional well-being
- bullying and abuse
- school
- relationships
- friends and family
- identity
- physical health
Kids' Help Line can be accessed by phone, live chat, text and has many resources for you to access. Click here for quick access or call 1 800 668 6868 24hours a day, 7 days a week 24/7.
NEED HELP QUICKLY?
Are you or a family member experiencing distress and need support in any of the following areas?
- health
- legal areas
- social areas
- employment
- cultural services
Please contact the Rexdale Hub located at 21 Panorama Court 416-741-3000.
COLD WEATHER
TDSB Guidelines
COMMUNICATION
Many of our teachers use various methods of communication such email, websites etc. Each teacher will let you know how you can communicate with them. You may also call the school at 416-394-4750 and leave a message for your child's teacher.
ALLERGIES
Nuts (all) and sesame seeds are NOT permitted in lunches and/or snacks. We have many students with life-threatening allergies and if exposed to these allergens they will develop an anaphylactic reaction and may die. If you are buying snacks for your child the package must say nut-free on it. If it doesn't then it is not safe to send to school. Fast-food lunches where the hamburger buns have sesame seeds are not allowed. Please be careful. Our students' lives depend on you.
SCHOOL CASH ONLINE
Registration Form
EYE EXAMS
- Eye exam done
- Immunization up-to-date
- School supplies purchased
Make your child's eye exam a part of the back to school routine.An eye exam is the best way to help detect a vision problem and is covered by OHIP every year for children and youth age 19 and under. To find an optometrist near you visit www.optom.on.ca
For junior kindergarten students, the Eye See Eye Learn program provides an eye exam as well as a free pair of eye glasses, if required.
INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING?
We are happy to welcome volunteers back to in-person activities at our school. The Office Administrator oversees the volunteer placement process. Please email Ms. McDonald for more details at Judy.McDonald@tdsb.on.ca
Interested in volunteering?
FREE DENTAL CARE for LOW-INCOME FAMILIES
Read and find out if your family qualifies.