Asian Heritage Month In 2001, the Senate of Canada declared this given the important contributions of Asian Canadians to the settlement, growth, and development of Canada, the diversity of the Asian community, & its present significance to Canada.

17^th International Day Against Homophobia (This day coordinates international events to combat homophobia & to provide information about sexual orientation. On this date in 1990, homosexuality was removed from the International Classification of Diseases of the World Health Organization.

17^th Wesak - Buddhism (Wesak is the most important day of the year for Buddhists. This date marks the celebration of the birth of the Buddha, his enlightenment, & his passing away.

21^st Victoria Day - Canada (It occurs on the Monday before May 25^th to celebrate the birthdays of Queen Victoria & Queen Elizabeth II of Britain. It was declared a national holiday throughout the British Empire in 1901.)

Research shows that there is direct link between students' success and the school environment in which learning takes place. Students are more motivated to do well and to realize their full potential in schools that have a positive school climate, where they feel safe and supported.

    French_Immersion_Pamphlet_2012.pdf

     French_Immersion_Poster_2012.pdf

At Thorah Central, we are committed to a safe and inclusive school environment because we believe that safe schools are needed for student success and academic achievement.  We strive to provide all of our students with the supports they need to learn, grow and achieve.  Together we work to create a school where everyone feels safe.

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We would like to remind everyone that there is a student in our school with a severe life threatening food allergy to peanuts and other nuts.  Anaphylaxis, sometimes called allergic shock, can lead to rapid death.  Although this may or may not affect your child's class directly, we want to inform you so that you can send foods with your child to school that are free from peanut, peanut butter and other nut products.

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The Durham District School Board and Thorah Central P.S. follow the Guidelines and Procedures for the Accommodation of Religious Requirements, Practices and Observances.  This document has been produced in compliance with requirements of Ontario's Equity and Inclusive Education Strategy within the contexts of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and the Ontario Human Rights Code.  This document assists us in creating and maintaining equitable and inclusive environments within our schools and facilities, and guides the process of providing religious accommodations as the need arises.  The document is available for viewing at http://ddsb.durham.edu.on.ca/DDSBmain.htm (highlight programs on the left panel, then Equity and Inclusive Education, then Guidelines) or you may ask to review a copy at the school.