Protect your kids –and your finances
The Peel District School Board does not provide accident insurance coverage for student injuries that occur on school property or during activities including extracurricular sports. Each year, many of our families spend thousands of dollars when their children are injured at school, on field trips , while participating in non-school activities, or at home. If a student is injured, parent(s)/ guardian(s) are responsible for any cost not covered by provincial health care or their employer’s health plan. Please check with your provider regarding your coverage.
The provincial health care system does not cover cost which are commonly related to accidents including dental work, ambulance fees, casts and crutches, and physiotherapy. All of these are covered by Old Republic’s student accident insurance plan.
It is strongly recommended that all families consider this coverage, especially if your child participates in extracurricular activities. The annual plans provide 24 hours a day, 365 days a year coverage. The insurance agreement is between you and Old Republic Insurance Company. For more information call Old Republic Insurance Company toll free at 1-800-530-5446.
Regional Learning Choices programs unlock passions
Regional Learning Choices Programs offered by the Peel District School Board empower students by providing them with opportunities to develop and explore skills in a particular area of interest. Regional programs are open to all students who meet the criteria for acceptance. Students and their families are encouraged to attend the information night for the program of their choice to receive more information about the program and application details.
Transportation is not provided for students in regional programs. If students have been accepted into a regional program and they live within the school boundary, they are eligible for busing only if they meet the distance criteria outlined inthe board’s Transportation Policy #39.
All regional programs includeannual fees, including an $40 application fee for allregional programs. The application process for secondary regional programs opens Nov. 6, 2017. Application dates for middle school programs vary from school to school.
Programs Starts in grade: / 6 / 7 / 9Actively in Motion (AIM) – Royal Orchard MS /
Advanced Placement – Central Peel SS, John Fraser SS /
Arts – Earnscliffe Sr. PS (starts in grade 6), Queen Elizabeth Sr. PS (starts in grade 7), Cawthra Park SS, Mayfield SS / / /
Arts and Technology – Morning Star MS /
Graphic Design Management – Gordon Graydon Memorial SS /
International Baccalaureate – Bristol Rd. MS, WG Davis Sr. PS, Erindale SS, Glenforest SS, Harold M. Brathwaite SS, Turner Fenton SS / /
International Business and Technology – Allan A. Martin Sr. PS, Lisgar MS, Williams Pkwy Sr. PS, Meadowvale SS, North Park SS / /
International and Executive Leadership Academy – T.L. Kennedy SS /
SciTech – Centennial Sr. PS, Macville PS, Tomken Rd. MS, Chinguacousy SS, Port Credit SS / /
Sports – Applewood Heights SS /
Strings – Central Peel SS, Port Credit SS /
Truck and Coach Engineering andTechnology – Bramalea SS /
A number of other specializedprograms that extend beyond the regular curriculum are available to Peel high school students. Learn more:
· Co-operative Education Program
· Dual Credit Programs
· Explore High Skills
· Extended French/French Immersion
· Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program
· Peel Region High Performers Program
· Regional Co-operative Education Programs
· Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) Programs
Remembrance Day
Russell D. Barber will be holding a commemorative Remembrance Day ceremony on Friday, November 10th, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. RDB staff and students will be honouring the courage, determination, and sacrifice made by generations of Canadians who served and continue to serve Canada in times of war, military conflict and peace. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in many learning activities leading up to the ceremony.
RDB Soccer Champions!!!
Congratulations to the RDB Junior Soccer Team for coming in FIRST PLACE at the North Park Family of Schools Soccer Tournament. It was RDB’s first time attending this tournament and we sure made an unforgettable first impression. During our first game against Jefferson P. S., RDB won 11-1. The second and third games were complete shut outs with a win over Hilldale P. S. 2-0 and Massey P. S. 7-0. In the finals, after a nail biting save by our goalie, RDB tied for the WIN! We are so very proud of each member of the team for playing with such skill, enthusiasm and integrity, showing such incredible sportsmanship in true RDB style! Thank you to our coaches Ms. Galifi, Mme. Ruffell and Mr. Dunham. for all your hard work and dedication to the team.
Is French Immersion right for my child?
If your child will be starting grade 1 in September 2018, one of the important choices you will make is whether you want to apply for the French Immersion (FI) program.
What is the program like? What are the advantages and disadvantages of the program?
One way to help answer these questions is to attend the information meeting on Thursday, Nov. 23, 2017
at 7:00 p.m. in the music room.
For more information visit www.peelschools.org/French