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Events in January 2026

  • Feast of Three Kings or Epiphany

    Feast of Three Kings or Epiphany

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    6 January 2026

  • Midi-Parents: Supporting our children in the face of racism at school

    Midi-Parents: Supporting our children in the face of racism at school

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    January 13, 2026

    Proposed by Parents Partners in Education.
    Let's talk about racism in school: understanding, supporting, acting together

    Racism at school is a difficult reality, but no parent should have to face it alone. How can you support your child? How can you communicate with the school? And above all, how can you act in a constructive and caring way?

    We will have the privilege of welcoming:

    Katia Café-Fébrissy – Parent
    She will share her testimony and her experiences in order to shed light on the realities that some families may face.

    Marie-Thérèse Awitor – Educational Advisor for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
    She will offer concrete tools and practical strategies for supporting your child, collaborating with the school, and promoting a more inclusive school environment.

    Why participate?

    This workshop aims to:

    • Breaking isolation in the face of racism
    • Ask your questions in a secure environment
    • Leave with concrete, actionable advice
    • Share experiences and explore solutions tailored to your circumstances.

    Who is it for?
    All parents—whether you have experienced these situations yourself or simply want to better understand and support your children.
    A healthy and inclusive school environment begins with a united, informed, and engaged parent community.

    >> Sign up for free

  • 7 p.m. - Webinar: Your finances with EBO - Developing solid savings habits

    7 p.m. - Webinar: Your finances with EBO - Developing solid savings habits

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    January 15, 2026

    This interactive workshop offered by Parents Partners in Education will guide you in establishing solid savings habits tailored to your daily life.

    Want to take control of your finances and prepare for the future with confidence? This interactive workshop will guide you in establishing solid savings habits that are tailored to your daily life.

    You will discover how to:

    - Save effectively in the short, medium, and long term; ;
    - Understand simple and compound interest and how they affect your savings; ;
    - Understand the importance of saving early to achieve your goals or plan for the future.

    Join us to learn concrete strategies and practical tips for better managing your savings and securing your financial future!

    >> Register

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    This parents' evening will be hosted by Malak Ferdouss.

    Malak Ferdouss passionately hosts the program «My Finances, My Choices» on EBO Financial Education Center. Specializing in financial education, she also has extensive experience in education, integration, and sociocultural activities.

    Her career path has led her to support many young people and children in difficulty, enabling her to offer tailored, accessible, and caring workshops. Her mission is clear: to make financial management simple, practical, and accessible to everyone.

    With Malak, regain confidence and take control of your financial decisions in a stimulating and inclusive environment.

  • 6 p.m. Webinar: Focus on Reading: EQAO Literacy Session for Families

    6 p.m. Webinar: Focus on Reading: EQAO Literacy Session for Families

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    January 21, 2026

    In partnership with TFO

    Join the free live webinar on how the OQRE assesses students' reading skills at key stages of their schooling. EQAO staff will discuss examples of texts and questions from the Reading component of the Elementary and Middle School tests, as well as the Provincial Language Proficiency Test (PLPT). Participants will learn how these reading texts and questions help assess the skills students acquire in the classroom.

    Staff will also highlight valuable information and resources from the OQRE and TFO that can help parents and guardians support their children's learning.

    Registration: https://eqao.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_GFJKHmICRiSTeYvtePwJ2A#/registration

  • Bell Cause pour la Cause

    Bell Cause pour la Cause

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    22 January 2026

  • Pedagogical day (western schools)

    Pedagogical day (western schools)

    Full day
    January 30, 2026

    Theme

    • Writing newsletter comments for teaching staff
    • The characteristics of diverse student profiles and effective intervention strategies for them

    Organizing entity

    School Board Administration

    Presential

    Guest presenter, speaker or organization

    • Training for support staff will be provided by Educational Services: Star-Michelle Lepage, Safe Schools Coordinator
    • Émilie Brochu, educational consultant

    Description (learning methods, topics covered)

    Teachers: writing newsletters

    Support staff: a look back at the 2024-2025 year through exchanges and activities on the following topics: pedagogical days, the PDS network, the various training courses offered, the welcome and support program, and the review of annual development plans.

    In addition, support staff will take part in training on the characteristics of diverse student profiles and effective intervention strategies for dealing with them. Time will be set aside to develop annual development plans for 2025-2026, designed to continue supporting professional and personal development.

    Pedagogical day (Franco-Supérieur and ÉSC de La Vérendry grades 7 and 8)

    Pedagogical day (Franco-Supérieur and ÉSC de La Vérendry grades 7 and 8)

    Full day
    January 30, 2026

    Themes :

    • Writing newsletter comments for teaching staff
    • Effective student intervention strategies for support staff

    Organizing entity : Board administration

    Face-to-face / virtual

    Presentation, guest speaker or organization :

    Team of pedagogical advisors :

    • Star-Michelle Lepage, Safe School Coordinator
    • Self-directed training: Centre Genève, Centre Franco, TA@lécole, CÉNO and Cadre21.

    Description (learning methods, topics covered) :

    • Writing report card comments for teaching staff
    • For support staff, early childhood educators, teaching assistants and library techniciansPre-session :Staff members will receive training for recertification in the "Non-violent intervention in crisis situations" program, which aims to develop the knowledge and skills needed to recognize and manage crisis behavior.Virtual afternoon : Staff members will have the opportunity to participate in self-directed training that meets the needs identified in their annual development plan in the areas of pedagogy, behavior, ASD, well-being and school safety.
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