THE ROAD TO TDSS
General Information at TDSS Daily Schedule Period 1-8:10-9:30 Period 2-9:35-10:50 Lunch- 10:50-11:45 Period 3-11:50-1:05 Period 4 1:10-2:25 2017-18 School Population 1280 Administration Principal Ms. Ann Pace Vice Principals Ms. Diane Conlon Mr. Stefano Fornazzari Semestered Semester 1 Sept.-Jan. Semester 2 Feb.-June Exams End of January End of June
Elementary vs High School We understand it isn t just a transition for students but for parents. There are so many differences! Where should you go for all of the information?
Diploma Requirements (O.S.S.D.)- Ministry of Ed.
www.yrdsb.ca Student Page
Tommy Douglas SS Philosophy As a staff we want to develop well rounded, hardworking and resilient students...we need your help!
Tommy Douglas 1:1 Program Teaching and learning environment in which each participating student and teacher has access to a personal computing device on a direct and continuous basis for educational purposes. Students do not share their technology with other students but take ownership over their own particular device.
CONSUMERS OF TECHNOLOGY 1 :1 CREATORS WITH TECHNOLOGY PURPOSE: To improve student learning and engagement and to teach students how to be critical thinking CREATORS with technology rather than passive CONSUMERS of technology.
A Successful Transition is a Delicate Balance Between...
Pathways Build on Individual Strengths and Interests...
Choosing Courses for Grade 9 do an honest self-assessment, matching abilities with interests and aptitudes choose course types to support different learning interests and styles Initial decisions made in grade 8 are not final decisions.
Secondary School Planning It s Important to Know: Student Interests How Students Learn Best Diploma requirements to graduate Prerequisites for Courses
Type Approach Considerations APPLIED ACADEMIC LOCALLY DEVELOPED OPEN Step by step approach to learning using theory and practical examples. Theoretical and independent approach to learning with a focus on critical thinking skills Guided approach to learning using practical examples and concrete objects. An opportunity to explore an area of interest for all students Working at or above grade level Class Size 22 Working at or above grade level Class Size 29 Working below grade level in Math, English, Geography and Science Class Size 16 Available to all students Class Size 28
Students Receiving Special Education Supports Students will receive support according to the needs outlined in their Individual Education Plan (IEP) Students receive accommodations not modifications Please see Ms. Ciummelli for any questions
Grade 9 Elective Courses Business Studies The Arts Drama or Dance Music- Vocals, Band or Strings Visual Arts Family Studies Technology Learning Strategies- for Identified Student only
Creating Pathways to Success- IPP Students are the architects of their lives Each student in Grades 7-12 has an Individual Pathways Plan (IPP) Students create a plan for their INITIAL postsecondary destination. Should be reviewed and revised twice per year
Course and Post-Secondary Pathways are changeable and flexible Work College High School International Travel/Educ n Apprenticeship University Private Training
It is important to seek the support of experts
Learning Opportunities Experience New and Relevant Learning in & out of the classroom...
Co-Operative Education (COOP) CO-OP International CO-OP (under review) OYAP -Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program HPA- High Performance Athlete Job Shadowing/twinning/work experience
Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) Health and Wellness Non Profit Arts & Culture Hospitality
College Dual Credit Students in grades 11 or 12 take a course at college whilst still in secondary school. Course can count for a college credit as well as a credit towards high school diploma
TDSS International Trips Italy/France Vimy Ridge for the 100th Anniversary Quebec Ski Trip YRDSB Exchanges (Grades 10, 11 Students) 9 Week Exchange with Switzerland OR 12 Week Exchange with France, Germany, Italy or Spain http://iseontario.on.ca/
Mental, Physical Health & Wellbeing...
A Successful Transition is a Delicate Balance Between...
What are we doing at Tommy Douglas to support your child s transition? Grade 8 Visits to Tommy Douglas Guidance Visits to the grade 8 classes Teen Titan Mentorship program for grade 9s Public Health program called Life After Grade 8. Teen Titan Mentors will be visiting feeder schools to make connections early Presentations for parents Career Planning/ Pathway Days
PARENTS/ GUARDIANS Classroom Teachers Personalized Alternative Education Administration Student Success Team Cooperative Education Student Success & Literacy Teachers Student Support Services Guidance
Normalize Feelings of anxiety Be available if things get tough Keep lines of communication open Discuss Changes that your child can expect Discuss different ways to make friends Parent Strategies Pay attention to how your child is coping Stay connected and informed
Encourage your child to get involved!
Extra-Curricular Activities- Teams Alpine (Downhill) Skiing Badminton Baseball Basketball Cricket Cross Country Running Curling Golf Field Hockey Ice Hockey Rock Climbing Slo-Pitch Snowboarding Soccer Swimming Tennis Track & Field Ultimate Frisbee Volleyball
Extra-Curricular Activities- Clubs Art Council Athletic Council Between the Pages (Reading Club) Board Game and Chess Boys 2 Men Crochet Dare to Care Dance DECA Drama Council Empowering Student Partnerships (ESP) Environment Club French & French Speech Club Film Fitness Club Girl s Club Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) Glee Club Guitar Multicultural Club Mock Trial Model United Nations (MUN) Nintendo Photography Robotics Science Ski and Snowboard Club Student Council Tech Crew Yearbook Yoga
Goals to Success in Secondary School Emotionally/ Mentally Ready for Post Secondary Good Interpersonal Skills Successful Graduation
Important Dates for Registration Packages Registration Packages for Students not at a current YRDSB School due: February 2nd, 2018 *the office will start to receive these in January 2018 Student at a YRDSB feeder school must hand in to their grade 8 teacher by: January 26th, 2018
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Department/ Group Room(s) 1 to 1 Demo & Information Table Forum Business Department, Co-op, Special Education, Teen Titans Forum Computers & Robotics Tech Room 144 Drama & Dance- Performances Start in 10 minutes Room 169 English Room 211 Family Studies Room 134 Geography & History/Literacy Upstairs Hall near Greenhouse Math- Presentation starts in 5 min Lecture Hall, Forum & 242 Moderns Room 230 Music Room 139 & 141 Physical Education Gym and Room 133 Science Room 257 Technology Studies Rooms 123 & 148 Visual Arts Room 251, 252 & 255
Transfer/New YRDSB Registrations Students that are not at one of Tommy Douglas s feeder schools (Fossil Hill, Glenn Gould, Johnny Lombardi, Pierre Berton or Vellore Woods), will fit under one of the following 3 categories: 1) New Registrations to YRDSB within TDSS s boundaries 2) Transfer from within YRDSB 3) New Registration from outside YRDSB and outside TDSS s boundaries