Rippleton Families are invited to join us for our 2026 Spring Concert on Wednesday, June 10, starting at 1:30 p.m. Get ready for smiles, songs, and plenty of musical magic as our students take the stage with Mr. Gola leading the way!

The concert will be held on our south lawn, so grab a lawn chair, blanket, or yoga mat, sit back, and enjoy a joyful afternoon of music in the sunshine.

Hope to see you there! 

The Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement, in collaboration with the Early Years Department and Model Schools for Inner Cities, welcomes Black families and families raising Black children to an Early Years Africentric Programming Event.

This event features a Caregiver Keynote and Workshop along with interactive Africentric learning experiences and Reggaecise for Black children (ages 3-7).

Kindly complete the following form to secure your spot and bring your children (ages 3-7) with you!

Event Timing: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Event Address: Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement, Winston Churchill Collegiate Institute (2239 Lawrence Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1P 2P7)

Refreshments for registered families will be available.

Included are the following digital resources: 

A Healthy Start to School Video (NEW): A summary of what is included in the Healthy Start to School Booklet and webpage.

• Report vaccinations to TPH: Parents/ guardians must report their child’s vaccinations to TPH online through Immunization Connect Ontario (ICON). Health care providers do not send vaccination information to TPH. It is the parent/guardian’s responsibility to update TPH when their child receives a vaccination.
• Proof of vaccination: A digital yellow card will be available to the parent in ICON (in late summer or fall) once TPH processes all online submissions. If proof of vaccination is needed before then, parents can print the confirmation after submitting it online.

• Immunization
• Nutrition
• Vision health
• Dental and oral health
• Other health information and resources for parents, guardians and caregivers

Dear families,

Students have the opportunity to access schools outside of the designated school serving 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.

The Elementary Out-of-Area Admissions application for September 2026 is OPEN. It will close at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, January 23, 2026.

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.

Transportation is the responsibility of the applicant when attending an Out-of-Area school.

Applicants may select Regular program, Remote Learning, Early French Immersion or a Middle Immersion Program. If selecting a French program, the applicant must already be enrolled or registered for the selected French program.

Elementary Out of Area Admissions - Key Dates

• The Elementary Out-of-Area Admissions application closes at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, January 23, 2026.
• Offers of placement will be made on Thursday, February 19, 2026. These offers will expire on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
• Final offers will be made where seats are available on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. These last offers expire Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
• Waitlists expire Wednesday, February 25, 2026.

Message from the Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement :

For families raising Black children who may be considering a Specialized Program: please join an information session on Wednesday, November 19 or Thursday, November 20.

Hello Families and Caregivers,

We are reaching out with care, partnership, and intention to support families raising Black children who are considering applying for Specialized Programs this year. These programs can offer meaningful opportunities for young people to grow in their gifts, explore their interests, and step into new learning pathways that nurture their brilliance and joy.

To assist families raising Black children in navigating this process, the Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement will be hosting two (2) community information and preparation sessions focused on the Specialized Program admissions process.

Session Dates and Locations

East Location
Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Time: 5:30PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement, Winston Churchill Collegiate Institute, 2239 Lawrence Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1P 2P7

West Location
Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
Time: 5:30PM - 7:00PM
Location: Amesbury Middle School, 201 Gracefield Ave, North York, ON M6L 1L7

Families are welcome to attend whichever location is most accessible.

What This Session Will Support

We know that navigating school admissions processes can sometimes feel overwhelming or unclear. These sessions are designed to walk alongside families raising Black children with guidance that is supportive, affirming, and grounded in community care.

During our time together, we will:

• Examine Step 1 of the process - Report card benchmarks
• Breakdown Step 2 of the process - Demonstrations of Knowledge & Skills
• Explore what Demonstrations of Knowledge and Skills involve for:
  • The Arts (portfolios, auditions, creative submissions)
  • International Baccalaureate (IB) (in-person multiple-choice and written response)
  • Math, Science & Technology (MST) (in-person multiple-choice)
  • Leadership Programs (in-person written response)
• Review rubrics, expectations, and preparation strategies
• Provide small group breakout spaces with staff and community partners for conversation, mentorship, and questions

Family Guide

The Family Guide was created to support Black students and their families as they consider, explore, and apply to specialized programs.

The guide includes:

• Program descriptions
• Step-by-step preparation suggestions
• Application timelines
• What to expect in Step 2 of the process - Demonstrations of Knowledge & Skills

We encourage you to share this guide within your networks, including:

• Families raising Black children
• Caregivers and guardians
• Community educators and youth mentors
• Cultural, faith, and neighbourhood organizations

Please register at your preferred location using this form (https://bit.ly/CSIP-CoE).

We look forward to gathering in community — learning together, supporting one another, and ensuring our children feel seen, encouraged, and held through this process.

With warmth and care,

Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement

Toronto District School Board

Our friends at St. Andrew's Middle School have their Open House, coming up on December 3rd.  Join them to find out more about their school.

Find out more about Open Houses for a variety of TDSB programs:

High School Open Houses and Information Nights – Learn more about our variety of schools, programs, and courses to help make informed decisions when choosing a school. Visit open houses for parents/caregivers and students between November and January. Learn more. 

Specialized Programs – The TDSB offers a variety of elementary and secondary Specialized Programs focused on the Arts, Math, Science & Technology, Leadership and more. The application and admission process for Specialized Programs has recently changed and will be open from November 24 to December 12, 2025, at noon. Learn more.

Elementary Alternative Schools Online Application Process – The TDSB offers a wide range of Elementary Alternative Schools. The online application process is managed centrally, and information is available on the Application and Admissions webpage. The online application for September 2025 admission will be open from January 5, 2026, to January 30, 2026, at 4 p.m.

Early French Immersion – TDSB offers an online application process for Early French Immersion (begins in Junior Kindergarten). For entry in September 2026, applications must be submitted online between November 3 to 28, 2025. Families with an older sibling already in Early French Immersion at the same school must submit an application for the new student.  Learn more. 

Get ready for our newest line of Rippleton Spirit Wear!   

From cozy hoodies and classic tees to comfy crewnecks, there’s something for everyone, available in a variety of colours for both youth and adults. It’s the perfect way for everyone to show our school spirit! 

Whether you’re a student, parent, or proud supporter, there's something for everyone.

Items are available from October 24th to November 13th!

All items will be delivered in the first week of December, just in time for the holidays!

Take a look at Rippleton's Spirit Wear, and get yours today: https://rippletonpublicschool.itemorder.com

Join us and show your Rippleton pride in style this season, comfortable, colourful, and full of school spirit!

Rippleton P.S. is once again showing the power of community and kindness! This Thanksgiving season, our students, families, and staff joined forces to support the North York Harvest Food Bank through our food drive. Together, we collected an incredible variety of non-perishable items to help families in need across our community.

A special thank-you to Mrs. Meijer, Mrs. Beckford and Mrs. King, along with all of the dedicated students who worked tirelessly to organize and promote this wonderful initiative. Their hard work and enthusiasm truly made a difference.

Thank you to all of our families who contributed and made this initiative such a success. Your generosity reflects the true spirit of giving that makes Rippleton a special place.

Message from RAPT & the Gr. 5 Grad Committee:

📚 Rippleton's Gently Used Book Sale – October 8th & 9th 📚

Looking for your next great read? Or maybe you’ve got a pile of books collecting dust at home? The Rippleton Grad Committee is hosting a Gently Used Book Sale, and we need your help!

We’re collecting gently used books for school-age readers; picture books, early readers, and chapter books are all welcome. Your old favourites could become someone else’s new treasures!

Students can browse and shop during Lunch Recess and on Curriculum Night, Thursday, October 9th.

Prices range from just $0.50 to $4, so bring in your loose change and get ready to stock up on some great reads!

Have books to donate?

Message from RAPT: 

We're looking forward to meeting our Kindergarten families on Friday, September 19th.  Join us! 😊 

Get ready, Rippleton! It's Terry Fox Week at Rippleton from September 22nd to 26th, 2025! We are excited to share that our school will be participating in the 2025 Terry Fox School Run on Thursday, September 25th. On that morning, our students, like so many others across Canada, will be lacing up their running shoes to support cancer research. Let's stand together and showcase the amazing strength and resilience of our community, inspired by one of Canada's greatest heroes, Terry Fox. His message of hope and strength continues to inspire us all.

In 1980, Terry had a dream of a world without cancer. Forty-five years later, Terry's Marathon of Hope lives on. If we work together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of so many. Crossing the finish line means hope for everyone with cancer.

The Terry Fox Foundation has set up a dedicated online fundraising page for our school. Here's how you can help your child participate and make a difference:

1. Donate Online

Visit our school's fundraising page: https://schools.terryfox.ca/rippletonpublicnorthyork

• Every dollar makes a difference – there's no minimum donation!
• Donors will receive an immediate email receipt for their contribution.

2. Toonie for Terry

From Monday, September 22nd, to Friday, September 26th, we will be collecting "Toonie for Terry" donations from all students from JK to Grade 5. All funds collected will be added to our Rippleton fundraising webpage.

3. Share Stories of Courage

Throughout the week, encourage conversations with your child about courage and perseverance. Remind them that heroes come in all forms!

We are incredibly excited for this year's Terry Fox event. It's our opportunity to help finish Terry's mission by supporting cancer research.

Thank you in advance for your generosity and support!

Sincerely,

Rippleton Public School

Dear Rippleton Families,

Welcome back! We hope you had a wonderful summer break with family and friends and are excited for the year ahead. Our staff have been getting ready over the last few weeks and are excited for the return of our kids. A big thank you to our incredible caretakers, Mr. Darin and Mr. Liam, for making our school shine. Their hard work during the summer has definitely made a difference. Mrs. Reyes has been managing all the important office duties, and our teaching staff have been setting up their classrooms to create welcoming and engaging learning spaces. All of us are looking forward to another great year at Rippleton!

I wanted to share that we have a few staffing changes at Rippleton. We would like to wish Mrs. Kalogris all the best as she takes on a secondment to the board. Over her time at Rippleton, she has been a dedicated and caring teacher who has made a lasting difference during her tenure.  We are grateful for all she brought to our school community and know she will continue to do great things in her new role. We also wish Ms. Ola the very best as she begins a new chapter at another school in the province. Both will be missed, and we thank them for all they have done for Rippleton.

With this, we are excited to welcome some new team members and see some familiar faces as well. We welcome Ms. Fitzgerald, who will be teaching Grade 1; Mrs. Relf, who will be teaching in the Grade 1/2 classroom; and Mr. Yerzy, who will be teaching our Grade 3/4 class. Each of them brings experience and enthusiasm, and they are excited to get to know Rippleton students and families. We’re also very happy to welcome back Mrs. DaCosta, who will be filling in for Mr. Yee.

Our first day of school is Tuesday, September 3rd. Our staff will be outside starting at 9:00 a.m. to greet students and families, helping everyone find their correct classroom line. Grades 1–5 students will meet in the schoolyard, and our Kindergarten students will meet in the Kindergarten playground. Homeroom teachers will be holding signs with their names to help you locate your child's class. Students will then head inside the building with their teachers at 9:10 a.m. for a full day of fun, learning, and getting to know one another.  Students will be dismissed at 3:40 pm in the same location that they lined up at in the morning. A reminder to our families that have children travelling by school bus, that busing will not begin until the week of September 8th.

We will be sharing more important information from the school and the school board soon, so please be sure that we have your most current email address on file in the school office. In the meantime, you can find helpful back-to-school information in our Welcome to Rippleton slide deck. Our school website, our school’s Twitter X-page, and your child’s online classroom are also excellent resources to bookmark.

On behalf of the entire Rippleton team, welcome to the Roadrunner family!

Enjoy the long weekend!

Sincerely,

Mr. da Luz