National Indigenous History Month
June is National Indigenous History Month and June 21st is National Indigenous Peoples Day. It is a time to celebrate and learn from First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples’ diverse cultures, histories, experiences, creations, perspectives, and achievements.
On Friday, June 21, the TDSB recognizes National Indigenous Peoples Day. This is a day of significance for many Indigenous Peoples in the country we call Canada today. It marks the day when the Sun is closest to the Earth. It is the longest day of the year and the shortest night. Many First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples celebrate the Summer Solstice. It is a time that reminds us to remain grounded, humble and appreciative.

Alt School Prom
Alternative Secondary Schools Review: We need your help!
Are you a SOLE alumni or a parent/guardian of a SOLE alumni? The TDSB wants to hear from you! They’re conducting a review of all alternative schools, including ours. If SOLE has made a difference in your life or your child’s life, please get in touch. Email debbie.andrew-murphy@tdsb.on.ca to get involved.
Indigenous History Month and Pride Month
From Facing History and Ourselves
Indigenous History Month serves as a dedicated time to learn more about the diverse and rich cultural heritages, histories and experiences of Indigenous peoples across Turtle Island.
Blog Post: Indigenous Voices: A Resource List by Lorrie Gallant
“June is Indigenous History Month but it is my hope that we are always aware of the Indigenous people around us. Some of us may not share the same experiences in life, but whether you are Canadian or Indigenous or both, we have a shared history, from different perspectives.” – Lorrie Gallant
Explore music, podcast, book, art and film resources
Blog Post: Leaving a beautiful living legacy
This blog features short classroom-ready interviews of individuals whose lives have been touched and changed by residential school survivor and self-described victor Theodore Fontaine. Elder Theodore’s living legacy will remind students of the possibilities for healing and the beauty of generosity, courage, wisdom and love toward others.
During Pride Month we come together to celebrate and honour the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Resource list: This May, we partnered with The ArQuives, Canada’s 2SLGBTQ+ Archives, and explored ways to integrate 2SLGBTQ+ narratives into the classroom. If you weren’t able to make it, we invite you to view our resource list from the event, which includes teaching strategies and texts for weaving 2SLGBTQ+ voices and histories into classrooms.
Queer History Timeline: History of Canadian Pride
Explore this history of Canadian pride timeline curated by Queer Events that outlines milestones, resistance and rebellion, rights and freedoms and more. Please note this timeline is not a comprehensive list.
Field trip to tdsbCREATES
Graduation
SOLE will be celebrating the graduating class of 2024 on Wednesday, June 26th at 6:00 p.m. in the Monarch Park Library.
Please read the following important information:
2024 Graduates are those who have done the following:
● Reached the 30 credit requirement (you should attend Marks Verification Day in late June to verify successful completion of second semester courses).
● If you have plans to take a private school or summer school course, please inform Mr. Seabrook (VP) asap.
● Completed and submitted proof of 40 hours of Community Involvement to Debbie no later than May 31st. Your second semester midterm report card contains your current total number of volunteer hours.
● Passed the Grade 10 OSSLT Literacy Test.
Please RSVP your attendance and the number of guests that will be attending by email at Debbie.Andrew-Murphy@tdsb.on.ca. by June 18th.
Upcoming important dates
The school year is nearly over! Here are some important dates you should know:
Wed., June 12-Tues., June 18: Moratorium
Wed., June 19: Grade 12 Visual Arts exam (10 am), Grade 12 Data Management (1 pm)
Thurs., June 20: Grade 12 Earth and Space Science exam (10 am)
Wed., June 26: Exam review day
Graduation (6 pm)
Thurs., June 27: PD Day
Fri., June 28: PD Day