Good Afternoon Northern Families,
It has been a busy final push to our exam block that starts for some on Monday. Lockers and classrooms were tidied up today- thank you to students and staff for facilitating that. Next week we are into exams – as always, buckle down in the short term for long term rewards. Two weeks of full effort and you can all relax for the summer feeling happy about a job well done.
This is a shorter bulletin as we wind things down….
From Trustee Rachel Chernos Lin:
I am sharing the latest version of the Ward 11 newsletter: Ward 11 Newsletter – June 8 2023 <https://t.e2ma.net/webview/ap4tqg/4fa52c07d6d02c37b10d075b0e31815c>
Please see an update from Lumenus and its future operations with/ at Northern HERE .
Reminder: Please ask your student if they have completed the Student Census Survey for the TDSB. Please encourage your student to look in their TDSB email for a message about the survey and ask them to complete it. Thank You!
Semester 2 Final Exams: Please find HERE the Semester 2 Final Exam Schedule (updated). You will note the adjustments from the TDSB’s original exam schedule in order to accommodate the necessary shift of commencement to June 27th (at 1pm). More details like room numbers for exams will be shared as we get closer to June.
Things to Know About Northern Next Week:
Monday:
MORATORIUM/ EXAMS
P1 9 - 11:05
P2 11:10 - 12:10
L 12:10 - 1:10
P3 1:10 - 2:10
P4 2:15 - 3:15
Tuesday: (Athletic Banquet)
MORATORIUM/ EXAMS
P1 9 - 10:05
P2 10:10 - 12:10
L 12:10 - 1:10
P3 1:10 - 2:10
P4 2:15 - 3:15
Wednesday:
MORATORIUM/ EXAMS
P1 9 - 10:05
P2 10:10 - 11:10
L 11:10 - 12:10
P3 12:10 - 2:10
P4 2:15 - 3:15
Thursday:
MORATORIUM/ EXAMS
P1 9 - 10:05
P2 10:10 - 11:10
L 11:10 - 12:10
P3 12:10 - 2:10
P4 2:15 - 3:15
Friday:
Early Dismissal:
P1 9 - 9:45
P2 9:50 - 10:35
P3 10:40 - 11:25
P4 11:30 - 12:15
L 12:15 - 1:00
PM Exams
Northern Pride Week:
Northern celebrated the beginning of Pride with a week of festivities and education. After days of fundraising, Northern's GSA raised $565 for the charity Rainbow Railroad (https://www.rainbowrailroad.org/about) . Thank you to all of the Northern community for your support for the 2SLGTBQ+ community here and abroad."
Student Success Updates
This week our Student Nutrition Program Volunteers (staff, parents and students) attended an appreciation lunch at John Polanyi C.I. This event was hosted by the TDSB to thank our volunteers for all their time and efforts put into making our Student Nutrition Program accesible to our student body. Well done, Northern! PHOTO
Special Education - Exams
Students are encouraged to check their student email this weekend to confirm the location of their final exams. Student's writing in a computer lab should report to the Library 10-15 minutes prior to their exam to account for the login process.
From the PALs Association:
The PALs (mentors to English Language Learners) have had an exciting few weeks: we held our first Cultural Fair at lunch.
There was an interactive sign featuring the countries of our cultural heritage, and free international food samples - once students answered a cultural trivia question! The event was a great success, with students crowding the tables until the food was gone and the sign was full of all the many places we come from.
On May 30th, the PALs and 25 ELLs went to a Blue Jays game.
What a night! The weather was perfect, our seats overlooked 3rd base, with an incredible view of the CN Tower, and we won!!! This was the first baseball game for most - what an awesome way to experience Toronto culture.
This week, interviews were held for next year's Pals executive team, and the PALs had their final meeting to strategize new ways to welcome ELLs and connect with the wider Northern community. We can’t wait to put our plans into action next year. Wishing everyone an amazing summer vacation!
ASD Skills Development:
Summer session of the ASD Skills Development Leisure Program will run from July 5-July 19, 2023 at 13 sites across the TDSB. The program is available to students going into Grades 4 -10 who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
The goal of the program is for participants to develop social skills, self-regulation strategies and skills on how to best prepare to transition to a new grade, class, and/or school.
Students enrolled in our program will have the opportunity to work with their teachers to develop and enhance their social skills and develop cooperation skills by playing and interacting with other participants as they engage in a variety of intentionally chosen leisure activities.
The Program Information Letter includes the link for registration to families of students going into Grades 4-10 with ASD in TDSB schools. Transportation is not provided.
The registration period will remain open until Friday, June 16, 2023.
Class of 2023:
Commencement:
The 2023 Northern graduation ceremony will take place on Tuesday, June 27th at 1:00 p.m. Our ceremony usually lasts approximately 3 hours. The ceremony will be held at the University of Toronto’s Convocation Hall located at 31 King’s Circle College, Toronto.
This year our Graduation Package Fee is $30 per student and includes tickets for you PLUS two (2) guests and gown purchase.
Grad fees can be paid using School Cash Online beginning until Friday June 9th. Please print/ keep your confirmation/receipt as proof of payment.
Please refer to the email sent to students and their families that are in a graduating position for more details.
Details about ticket pick up and commencement will be sent to graduating students next week!
Northern Secondary School Foundation
Help Wanted!
The Northern Secondary School Foundation has opening on our Board of Directors.
Join alumni, parents and former staff to enrich teaching and learning, recognize student achievement and support student led initiatives.
Contact info@nssf.ca to express interest and for more information
www.nssf.ca to learn more about us.
Guidance Updates:
- Guidance is working hard to resolve 2023-2024 timetable conflicts.
Our priority is to meet with students who have conflicts at this time.
We will reach out to students directly to set up appointments.
Please be sure to attend any Guidance meeting that is requested via your student email.
Please note: If you are booked for a meeting during an evaluation, do not miss your evaluation and let your Guidance counsellor know that you need to be rebooked.
Please note:
NSS Course Change Policy states: timetable changes are not being considered unless a student is eligible to drop a course (straight drop), needs to add a course that is a post-secondary pre-requisite or if a student fails a course.
Not all courses are available.
- Thinking about taking a course at TDSB Summer School?
Want to know the difference between ConEd. Summer and e-Summer school?
Check out this chart that compares ConEd and e-Summer School.
TDSB Summer e-Learning – August Registration is still open until July 6, 2023 at 4pm
Check out this link for more info about TDSB Summer e-Learn.
TDSB Con-Ed In-person & Remote Summer School: Registration is OPEN and Closes June 10, 2023 at 4pm
Check out this link for more info about TDSB Con-Ed Summer
TDSB Con Ed Remote Credit Recovery (for students who earn 1-49%) click here
- Haven’t received an OUAC offer? Use the Admission Information Service (AIS)
Starting June 5, 2023, Ontario high school students can use the AIS to
find possible openings at Ontario universities. To begin your search, visit www.ouac.on.ca/ouac-101
Once you find an open program of interest, add it to your 101 application.
Requirements:
• You will be completing or have completed the OSSD (or equivalent),
including six 4U/M courses, by August 2023.
• You must have an average of at least 60%, although higher averages
are usually required.
Visit: www.ouac.on.ca/ouac-101 Call: 519-823-1063, Email: 101sup@ouac.on.ca
- Please note: the TDSB Volunteer Policy States that an eligible volunteer activity constitutes:
An event or activity designed to be of benefit to the community.
A volunteer activity – not for pay or credit.
An event or activity to support a not-for-profit initiative.
For more information please visit the TDSB Community Involvement policy.
Students, looking for Volunteer or Youth Employment Opportunities? Check your Student Guidance Google classroom: Gr. 9 code: 4ixv2jl; Gr. 10 code: kmv6fcz; Gr. 11 code: twdxca6; Gr. 12 code
- Seeking Scholarships has released their June Scholarship Report which has new and upcoming scholarship dates listed, as well as tips to support a strong application.
Northern students, teachers, and families can access from this link using the
password, scholar1: https://seekingscholarships.com/the-scholarship-report- 2/?mc_cid=16e0420b59&mc_eid=a90fd997dd
Please note: This resource is copyrighted and only available to Northern families - please do not share outside of the Northern community.
- BFCN Scholarship
We are happy to announce that the 2023-2024 BFCN Scholarships & Awards application process is now live! All online applications and supporting documents must be submitted by July 31, 2023. This year BFCN will be awarding six (6) $1000 scholarships and awards. We will be once again awarding two scholarships to Black students pursuing graduate studies in addition to Black students pursuing undergraduate studies at accredited Canadian institutions.
Click here to learn more about the BFCN Scholarship Program and access the online applications for the BFCN 12th Annual Scholarships and the BFCN 9th Annual Aim 2 Achieve Awards. Please spread the word within your networks and encourage eligible Black students to apply. For any questions about the application process or to support the BFCN Scholarship program, please contact info@bfcn.ca.
- Summer U of T Programming: Registration is now open for youth summer programs from the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering. Returning this year will be the Da Vinci Engineering Enrichment Program (DEEP) for high school students and Jr. DEEP for elementary school students. The programming also includes two streams of coding workshops and CREATE, designed for highly committed and motivated students who have an interest in problem-solving and global issues.
Daniels Design Discovery provides a comprehensive introduction to the
discipline of architecture, giving you the opportunity to experience different
ways of seeing, thinking, and making through the lens of design.
The program will develop your skills in a broad range of design tools and
techniques, providing a strong foundation to explore your creative potential.
- There are Two 2-week courses held in July and August 2023
Click here to learn more and register
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Nurturing Black Student Excellence in Education (NBSE) is an initiative developed by the Department of Management at the University of Toronto Scarborough in consultation with Black U of T administrators (The Private Space Group) to introduce Black-identified high school students to the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program and to demonstrate pathways for personal and career development through inclusive higher education communities.
- Date: July 11 and 12 , 2023
- Time: 12 – 5 pm
- Registration is free but space is limited. Registration dates: REGISTER TODAY!
- Opting-Out of the e-Learning Graduation Requirement
Students may withdraw from the online e-Learning requirement. A parent/caregiver/guardian or student (18 years of age or older or 16 or 17 years of age and withdrawn from parental control) may withdraw by submitting the TDSB Opt Out/Withdrawal Form to their school. No explanation or reason is needed to opt out/withdraw.
If you are not ready to make a decision with regard to participating in e-Learning, there will be future opportunities to participate in e-Learning courses or withdraw from the graduation requirement. A final decision is not required at this time.
If you have decided now to withdraw from the graduation requirement, please complete the TDSB Opt Out/Withdrawal Form.
- Help Ahead is an organization to help connect people to Mental Health resources. https://helpahead.ca/ Not sure where to turn? It’s okay, we’re here to help you. Help Ahead is the centralized phone line to access child, youth and family mental health and well-being resources.
- SUMMER 2023 WELL-BEING GUIDE : The TDSB Summer 2023 Well-Being Guide is filled with summer resources for students and parents/caregivers.
Have a great weekend!
Adam Marshall
Principal
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