Transition From Grade 8-9 

Panel Transitions

Grade 8 is an exciting time for students and parents.  At TDSB we are very fortunate to have a range of options and an Elementary Itinerant Guidance Counselor to support everyone through the transitions process.   Our EIC is Ms. Bianca Angheloni.  She works at numerous TDSB schools and is assigned to be at Northlea one half day a week.  

Optional Attendance Update 

A reminder that Northern Secondary School's information evening is on Thursday, January 18 at 6:00pm .

For those students who are interested in attending a school outside of his/her area of residence (limited), an optional attendance form must be completed ( please see attached).   The forms must be received at the requested school by Friday, February 2nd.    

Students will be notified of their acceptance by Friday, February 16

The following are the high schools that are closed for regular programming and will NOT accept optional attendance requests. Note: All schools not deemed closed are limited

Closed High Schools

Lawrence Park CI

Leaside HS

Marc Garneau CI

Earl Haig SS

Lester B Pearson

Native Learning Centre

RH King Academy

SATEC @ W.A Porter CI

Sir Wilfrid Laurier

Wexford CI School for the Arts

Humberside CI

Malvern CI

Riverdale CI

EXTENDED FRENCH

Humberside CI, Lawrence Park CI

FRENCH IMMERSION

Harbord CI, Humberside CI, Lawrence

Beyond Grade 8 TDSB Website

The Beyond 8 website is a valuable resource full of information about the wide range of learning opportunities available at the TDSB. It will help students and their parents make decisions that will influence their experience throughout high school and the future.  

For students just beginning high school, visit the Beyond 8 | Choices for 9 interactive website for more information about this important transition year. To help make an informed decision when choosing a school, TDSB schools host information nights for parents and students each year between October and January. Learn everything you need to know about our incredible variety of schools, programs and courses. 

TDSB is committed to creating an equitable school system where the achievement and well-being of every student is fostered through rich, culturally authentic learning experiences in diverse, accepting environments where all are included, every voice is heard, and every experience is honoured. Enjoy the journey as you explore and learn more about the range of courses and programs available in the TDSB. 

Grade 8 Parent Information Evening at Northlea

Ms. Angheloni's presentation can be found via this link.

School Day Excursion to Leaside & Visits to Northlea

To best prepare our intermediate students to learn about different high school programming we will invite a few specialized programming schools to visit Northlea and explain their unique learning curriculums to our Grade 8 students.   In addition, students will also be taken to visit Leaside High School to understand course offerings and the school environment.  We will share dates in the coming months.  Updated information will also be shared via Twitter @guidanceBBN.

High School Open House Evenings

All TDSB Secondary Schools host evening open houses so Grade 8 students and their guardians can visit the schools they are interested in and become more informed about how each school operates.  Please click on this link for the high school open house schedule.  Please also check back often as, at times, secondary schools need to change their open house dates.  

A Note from Ms. Angheloni

The students will learn to create effective Individual Pathways Plan (IPP) using an online program entitled My Blueprint.  You can learn more about My Blueprint by reading this pamphlet.  My Blueprint will assist them in reflecting and exploring their interests and strengths.  The process enables the students to establish and monitor their progress towards academic and personal goals in collaboration with their teachers and parents.

Grade 8 to 9 Transitions: 

The grade 8 students will be working on “Choices for Nine”, their transition program to grade 9 throughout the year.  The introduction to the program begins in early October. I will be making regular visits to the grade 8 classes to ensure that information goes out in a timely manner. 

I am always happy to talk to the families of students. You are the most important people in your child’s life!    If you have any questions of concerns please contact me via email Bianca.angheloni@tdsb.on.ca

Looking forward to another great year,

Bianca Angheloni