John McCraeSS Council

Twitter account of John McCrae Secondary School Parent Council.

[Toronto District School Board @tdsb]

The TDSB will no longer be moving forward with the quadmester model and will be implementing a modified semester model in secondary schools for the 2021-22 school year to better meet the needs of all students.

Please see our website for more information: https://t.co/pd1BrbixU9

[OCDSB @OCDSB]

This summer, Indigenous students in Grade 8-12 can earn a credit while learning from Indigenous teachers, Elders & Traditional Knowledge Holders. Register for the #OCDSB virtual Indigenous Summer Learning program by June 24: https://t.co/l8WSnilHxZ

[OCDSB @OCDSB]

Reminder: Registration closes June 11 for #OCDSB Summer Virtual International Language Classes! Open to students in junior kindergarten to grade 8. Visit the @OCDSB_ContEd website to learn more and register: https://t.co/EBliBoMyBV

[OCDSB @OCDSB]

If OCDSB/school emails have been missing from your inbox, be sure to take these steps before report cards are sent in June:⁠
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✅Check your spam folder⁠
✅Update your SchoolMessenger preferences⁠
✅Contact your school to update your email address. ⁠
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#OCDSBStayConnected⁠

[ParentsforDiversity @Parents4Divers1]

This incredible resource "Every Child Matters: Reconciliation Through Education: from @CanadasHistory and @NCTR_UM featuring Monique Gray Smith is for children grade 5-12, is available in English and French, and includes a resource guide for educators.

https://t.co/EDWpFKqnpK

[JMSS StudCo @JmssStudCo]

Hey bulldogs!
The JMSS Mental Health Committee is partnering with Lisgar StudCo to organize a board-wide Mental Health Town Hall on June 4th.

It will feature a discussion panel between mental health professionals and youth speakers.

Registration will begin in the coming weeks!

[Equal Voice NCR @EqualVoiceNCR]

Calling high school students in #Ottcity - become a city councillor for the day & register now for @EqualVoiceNCR's #TheyGovern program! https://t.co/wL9BbTzUko cc @tm_kavanagh @cmckenney @catherinekitts @EqualVoiceCA

[OCDSB @OCDSB]

#OCDSB Families: Today we shared an update regarding the status of schools following Spring Break, the Ontario Stay-at-Home order, asymptomatic testing & more. Check your email or visit our website.

Parent updates: https://t.co/zOKEQfJnsY
Student updates: https://t.co/SYfaKpd9vx

[City of Ottawa @ottawacity]

If you are First Nation, Inuit or Métis aged 16 or older, you can now book COVID-19 vaccine appointments at the St. Laurent Complex Community Clinic.
Call 613-691-5505 to book your appointment.

Proof of Indigenous identity is required.
More info: https://t.co/YLcJ0XKRb6

[OCDSB @OCDSB]

Spring Break is next week, April 12-16th. #OCDSB elementary and secondary schools will be closed. Administrative offices will be open. Visit our website to read a letter to families from Dr. Vera Etches: https://t.co/IP4QrpiX6b Have a safe and restful week.

[OCDSB @OCDSB]

Today is the International Trans Day of Visibility. Each #OCDSB student, school and staff member has a responsibility to ensure that trans and gender diverse students have a safe learning environment. For more information and resources, visit: https://t.co/Na5qW98O1F #TDOV

[The JMSS Paw Print @JmssPaw]

Back at the Twitter - this week we feature @SajidahWrites’ visit to the JMSS Book Club, a new charity initiative at the school, and the Photography class! Plus, another great comic from Caitlin and Miriam goes one on one with a Tik Tok fave.

[OCDSB @OCDSB]

On March 31, Indigenous students & families in the #OCDSB are invited to the second event of this year's Indigenous Youth Symposium with special guests Silla, who will share about their journey through music and the beauty of Inuit culture. Register: https://t.co/vLuzKw1AyB

[OCDSB @OCDSB]

Starting this week, we are hosting group discussions as part of our consultation on police involvement in schools. Share your perspective. Learn more and register here: https://t.co/QrgpQmcwrg

[OCDSB @OCDSB]

Looking for info on scholarships, bursaries or awards? There are many resources to assist you in your search. Check out these sites or contact your guidance counsellor:
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[OCDSB @OCDSB]

Today is recognized as the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. The OCDSB benefits from and is enriched by the diversity of perspectives, experiences & lived realities of the students, staff & families that make up our community. https://t.co/LZYnrjjkyf

[OCDSB @OCDSB]

Check out these beautiful posters designed by students in the Black Youth Forum Class for the upcoming Black Youth Virtual Sharing Circle! Learn more: https://t.co/8cLNaMNNKr

[OCDSB @OCDSB]

The #OCDSB will host a Black Youth Virtual Sharing Circle on March 24th at 6:00 p.m. for Black secondary students to discuss the barriers around mental health services for Black youth. Participants will receive an honorarium. Learn more & RSVP by March 17: https://t.co/8cLNaMNNKr

[John McCraeSS Council @mccraess]

FAKE-cation week!

[JMSS StudCo @JmssStudCo]

Be sure to participate in the upcoming spirit week!!
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[Ontario Universities' Info for Future Students @OntarioUnis]

Entrance scholarships are a great source of financial support.

To find out if you’re eligible for an entrance scholarship, go to https://t.co/QnhM8gr0EG and select "No" under "Application Required?". #MoneyMonday #OUInfo