Welcome to Tommy Douglas S.S. We are here to help you and your child navigate the transition to secondary school.
Schedule
See our daily schedule. Grade 9s have a common lunch during period 3.
Course selection
Helpful Links
Open House
Check the dates of our open house in the fall.
Missed the open house? Explore our website to learn more about the school and visit Preparing for the Transition to High School on the Board website to learn more about what to expect in Grade 8 and how you can start preparing now.
What Can You Expect at Tommy Douglas Secondary School?
A school where you can belong, contribute and thrive
Tommy Douglas S.S. is a community‑focused high school serving students in a safe, caring and inclusive environment. We offer strong academics with a focus on helping students move forward in their learning and build confidence.
Vibrant Student Life
Student life is vibrant here, with a wide variety of different student clubs and teams to choose from. There are lots of opportunities for students to take on leadership roles, get involved, meet new people, explore their interests, try something new and build their skills.
Learn more about how you can get involved in clubs and athletics.
Programs For All Pathways
We offer a range of courses and programs that let students gain practical experience and skills while working towards their secondary school diplomas, including:
- Dual Credits
- High Performance Athlete
- Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program
- Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM)
Learn more about our departments and programs.
- BEM1O1- Building the Entrepreneurial Mindset
- PPL1O8- Healthy Active Living Education (Female)
- PPL1O9- Healthy Active Living Education (Male)
- PPL1O1- Healthy Active Living Education (All-Gender)
- PAF1O8- Personal and Fitness Activities (Female)
- PAF1O9- Personal and Fitness Activities (Male)
- ADA1O1- Drama
- ACT1O1- Dance
- AMG1O1- Guitar
- AMI1O1- Instrumental Band Music
- AMS1O1- Instrumental Music - Strings
- AMV1O1- Vocal Music
- AMR1O1- Repertoire Band (After School- 9th credit)
- ACT101 - Dance
- AVI101 - Visual Arts (all different kinds of media, i.e. drawing, painting, sculpting)
- HIF1O1 Family Studies
- GLE1O1 Learning Strategies (for students that have gone through the IPRC process and are receiving special education support)
- TAS1O1 Technology and the Skilled Trades - elective but also a compulsory course.
A Supportive Environment
Our caring and dedicated staff are here to support student achievement and well-being. Learn more about the dedicated supports offered through:
Transitions to Secondary School
We are here to help.
Teen Titan Grade 9 Mentorship Program
The Teen Titan Mentorship Program focuses on supporting the transition of grade 8 students into high school by fostering positive mental health and wellbeing through a peer-to-peer mentorship model. It is a mentorship program at TDSS that works to foster team-building and healthy relationships between students to help Grade 9s transition into high school. It supports academic achievement by engaging students in fun activities, informative workshops and memorable trips. Through our Teen Titan Mentor program, we promote mental health and well-being and provide Grade 9s with a support system essential to a positive high school experience.
Some of the things we do:
Let's Connect Day
On the first day of school, Teen Titans welcome our Grade 9 students. On this day, students will attend their classes participate in a scavenger hunt and an assembly welcoming them to TDSS. We look forward to meeting you.
Life after Grade 8
Life after Grade 8 is an opportunity for incoming Grade 8 students to experience a day at Tommy Douglas. On this day, you will meet your Teen Titans Mentors and have an opportunity to become familiar with the life of a high school student.
Camp Tommy
Camp Tommy gives Grade 9s a fun-filled day that enhances educational outcomes and supports the transition into high school. Camp Tommy is yet another initiative that promotes student mental health and well-being facilitated by our Teen Titan Mentors.
And More
- gratitude tree
- holiday sweaters
- exam prep
- huddle up
Tips to Support Your Child Through the Transition Process
- Normalize feelings of anxiety.
- Discuss change that your child can expect. Learn more about what to expect in secondary school.
- Discuss different ways to make friends.
- Pay attention to how your child is coping.
- Be available when things get tough.
- Stay connected and informed with the school.
- Keep lines of communication open - ask questions other than about academics.
- Help your child become an independent problem solver.
- Keep lines of communication open.
Planning for Secondary School
Access resources and checklists to help you start planning for secondary school, and information about opportunities and what to expect.
