The Community Relations Department
Mission
The Community Relations Department supports and provides resources to schools and communities to enhance equitable and inclusive learning environments that foster Catholic Gospel values.
Vision
The Community Relations Department enriches student achievement and well-being, as well as parent engagement, through school and community outreach.
Supports and Resources
- Interpreter and translation services
- Settlement and newcomer services
- Student Nutrition Programs
- TCDSB Equity and Inclusive Education Programs based on culturally responsive and relevant pedagogy
- Indigenous education
- Parent and student forums, symposiums and conferences
- Referral services to community agencies, organizations, community partnerships, and various TCDSB departments
- Promotion of Toronto Catholic District School Board to the larger community
- Professional learning opportunities on equity
- Community advisory committees
- Student engagement through partnerships with the community at large
- Visiting educational delegations
School-based concerns around issues of discrimination, including racism, diversity, and inclusion may be raised directly with the school Principal or Superintendent, or alternatively with the Board’s Human Rights and Equity Advisor.