Friday, May 22, 2020

Cast Your Vote - Black History Month Poster Contest Finalists

Dear Families,
During the month of February, York Region District School Board held a student poster contest to determine our official Black History Month poster for 2021.
We received over 250 submissions, and a panel of experts has narrowed it down to four finalists. In order to determine the winner, the Board will be holding a virtual vote open to all YRDSB students and staff. Voting will take place via this Google form that will also be distributed over social media.
Voting is limited to one vote per person and will take place from June 3-5.

Wednesday, May 20, 2020

Are you moving?


Are you moving??  If you will be moving by September 2020, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can ensure the proper paperwork is completed. We are currently projecting our student enrollment for September 2020. These numbers help us plan for supporting all of our students in September. It is important that we know as soon as possible if your child is attending French Immersion at Louis-Honore Frechette P.S. in September. Please send an email to charlton.ps@yrdsb.ca to inform us of the new address or change in school. Thank you for your assistance as we prepare for the upcoming school year.

Wednesday, May 13, 2020

ESL for Citizenship

Citizenship Classes

IMPORTANT INFORM​ATION:

Due to schools being closed, Citizenship classes will be available from home until at least May 29, 2020.  If you have a question or would like to register for a class, please email uplands@yrdsb.ca​ or call 905-731-9557 / 905-305-4122 and leave us a message. 
Thank you for your patience and understanding. 

ESL for Citizenship

York Region District School Board, in partnership with the government of Ontario (MCIIT), provides language classes for citizenship test preparation. This course develops effective language skills in preparing adult ESL learners (18+) to take the Canadian Citizenship test through a focus on specific vocabulary and necessary concepts.

Are you looking for free training to enhance your language skills in preparation for your Citizenship application?

This program may be right for you if you are:
  • CLB 3+ in Speaking
  • Applying for Citizenship
  • Preparing for the Citizenship test
  • Interested in learning about Canadian history, geography, government, etc.

How do I start?

Registration is ongoing. A language assessment may be necessary to start the training.
Call 905-731-9557 or 905-305-4122
E-mail uplands@yrdsb.ca

Course offerings, locations and times:

Citizenship Course Locations​Course Schedule
Markham Chinese Baptist ChurchTuesday and Thursday
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Richmond Hill Chinese Baptist Church​Monday and Wednesday
12:30pm - 3:00pm

We look forward to welcoming you!

Monday, May 11, 2020

NEW! Gr. 8 Reach Ahead 2020 Summer Credit Language Program




NEW! Grade 8 Reach Ahead 2020 Summer Credit Language Program & Grade 9 to 12 Students (Spanish & Mandarin)

  • Grade 8 students can now take a Grade 9 credit course this summer in Spanish or Mandarin.
  • Grades 9 to 12 students can now take Level B or C summer credit courses in Spanish or Mandarin.
  • Prerequisites are not required for any Level B international languages course.
  • This is an 18-day program (July 6-29, Monday to Friday, 8:45 a.m. to 3:33 p.m. daily) for one credit introductory (Level B) international languages course.

How to Register

YRDSB Students - Registration opens March 9, 2020
Non-YRDSB Students - Registration opens March 9, 2020
  • Complete the registration form.
  • Forms can be dropped off Monday through Friday at the Continuing Education Services office located on the main floor of the Dr. Bette Stephenson Centre for Learning (36 Regatta Ave., Richmond Hill) between 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
This program is available at the following summer school locations:
  • Langstaff SS, Richmond Hill
  • Milliken Mills HS, Markham
  • Sir William Mulock SS, Newmarket
  • Tommy Douglas SS, Vaughan
More information is available from Continuing Education.