Wednesday, October 12, 2016

10th Annual TDSB Parent Involvement Makes a Difference Conference

All TDSB parents and guardians are invited to the TDSB's free conference for an opportunity to make connections and participate in informative and empowering workshops. The event happens Saturday, November 19, 2016, 8 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., at Earl Haig Secondary School, 100 Princess Avenue.
The cover of Jennifer Kolari's book "Connected Parenting: How to Raise a Great Kid" features the top of the head of a blond child peering over the arm of a blue and green striped sofa.

Speaker and Author Jennifer Kolari’s inspirational address – being the parent of “that child” – will provide families with a few more tools for their toolbox that can help your child learn to be part of the team at home, at school and out in the community. By helping your child to understand the context of their behaviour they will learn better coping strategies and build success and resilience.

Other workshops focus on Math, IEP/IPRC, STEM subjects, School Councils, homework help, financial literacy, and more. There is also an information marketplace where you can collect ideas, strategies, and information that will support you and your child’s education. The marketplace will feature an array of community agencies, TDSB programs and services, and vendors offering great educational ideas and giveaways throughout the day.


Child-minding, Interpretation and Busing are available for those who request it when they register. For more information, visit the website.