May 2019 TDSB connects

Welcome to TDSB Connects, an update on news and events from across the Toronto District School Board.

1. Proposed Budget and Consultation: The Toronto District School Board is projecting a shortfall of $54.4 million and on Monday, May 13, Trustees will be provided with a proposed budget plan that outlines the reductions and changes to the delivery of services and programs. This meeting will be broadcast live starting at 4:30 p.m. On Tuesday, May 14, the plan and recorded meeting from the night before will be available on the 2019-20 Budget webpage. We kindly ask that you – parents, guardians and community members – review this information and provide input on the proposed budget reductions. For more information on how to participate in this consultation, please visit the TDSB Budget Consultations webpage.
2. Budget Community Survey Results: The Toronto District School Board would like to thank all the parents, guardians, students and community members who participated in the 2019-20 Budget Community Survey. For an overview of the results, please read the web story Parents and Staff Identify Early Years, Student Success as Top Priorities.​​​​​
3. Chair Urges Province to Consult on Public Health, Pause Cuts: Chair of the Board Robin Pilkey issued a letter to various Ontario Cabinet Ministers and all Toronto Members of Provincial Parliament urging them hold off on cuts to Toronto Public Health until there can be further consultation. For more details, including a list of programs and services that may be impacted, please read the full letter.
4. PIAC Newsletter: The Parent Involvement Advisory Committee will be issuing an on-going newsletter, PIAC POST, for parents and school communities. The April 2019 edition is now available online.
5. Revised Procedures: To align with the new Student Health Support Policy, the TDSB has revised its procedures related to medications, anaphylaxis management, diabetes management and asthma management.
6. Policy Consultations: The TDSB is currently looking for public input on the Excursions Policy (P033). To learn more, including how you can participate, please visit the TDSB webpage for Policy Consultations. Your input is welcomed and appreciated.
7. Bike to School Week: Ride, walk or roll to school along with thousands of students across the province to celebrate Bike to School Week from May 27 to 31. Learn more about how the TDSB is supporting active, safe and sustainable transportation.
8. Celebrate and Recognize: In May, the TDSB recognizes Asian Heritage Month and Jewish Heritage Month. This week, we also recognize Education Week and Children’s Mental Health Week.