First Connect
Supporting Your TCS Journey
Learn about life at TCS. Develop a foundation for success both in and out of the classroom. Establish connections with supporting adults and peers. Build confidence as the school year approaches.
First Connect is a program aimed at helping prepare TCS students for the new school year. First Connect is available to all TCS students enrolled for the 2021-2022 academic year – at no additional cost. Through the program, both new and returning students are welcomed to sign up for individual sessions of their choosing.
Registration is now open. Click here to register today!
Note: Registration must be done directly through the online system.
For questions, please do not hesitate to contact Acting Director of Summer Programs Lisa Redmond (lredmond@tcs.on.ca).
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Tech Tools for Learning: Introduction and orientation to the School’s learning management system, Edsby and Google Suite |
TCS Academic Office |
Mon., Aug. 9: 9:00-10:00 a.m. ET |
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Academics at TCS: Learn about academic expectations, the daily schedule, homework requirements, the Scholars’ program and academic integrity |
TCS Academic Office |
Tues., Aug. 10: 9:00-10:00 a.m. ET |
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Grade 9 Meet & Greet: Meet your classmates, ask questions, and learn some tips for a successful start to your TCS career! |
Head of Senior School |
Wed., Aug. 11: 9:00-10:00 a.m. ET |
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Support at TCS: Learn about the many adults and resources in your TCS life and the ways that they can support you and you can access them |
Academic & Student Support (Guidance, Academic Support, Health Centre, Chaplain, etc.) |
Thurs., Aug. 12: 9:00-10:00 a.m. ET |
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How to be More Effective this School Year: Beginning a new school year can be a time for goal setting and establishing new habits and skills. How do you want to approach your school year? How will you take care of yourself and manage any challenges that might arise? |
TCS Guidance Department (Social-Emotional Counsellors) |
Mon., Aug. 16: 9:00-10:00 a.m. ET |
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Understanding the Ontario Graduation Requirements |
TCS Guidance Department (Academic Counsellors) |
Tues., Aug. 17: 9:00-10:00 a.m. ET |
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Orientation for English Language Learners: Introduction to the TCS program, support and resources |
TCS English Department |
Wed., Aug. 18: 9:00-11:00 a.m. ET |
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Guidelines to Successful Writing at TCS: Tips for solving word problems, properly citing work, and ways to find success writing in any class at TCS |
TCS English Department |
Thurs., Aug. 19: 9:00-11:00 a.m. ET |
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Preparedness for Grade 9 Math |
TCS Math Department |
Mon., Aug. 23: 9:00-11:00 a.m. ET |
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Preparedness for Grade 10 Math |
TCS Math Department |
Mon., Aug. 23: 9:00-11:00 a.m. ET |
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Preparedness for Senior-level Math |
TCS Math Department |
Mon., Aug. 23: 9:00-11:00 a.m. ET |
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Harnessing the Power of your Library: Introduction to all things related to reading & research: get the apps for print, ebook and audiobooks; set yourself up with our citation software; get access to scholarly databases and more. |
Senior School Library Team |
Tues., Aug. 24: 9:00-11:00 a.m. ET |
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TCS Book Club: Learn about weekly and monthly book discussions, meet other avid readers and share what you've been reading. |
Senior School Library Team |
Thurs., Aug. 26: 9:00-10:00 a.m. ET |
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House Meetings (by House): Meet your housemasters and housemates and learn a little more about how things work in your “house” at TCS |
Housemasters |
Tues., Aug. 31: 9:00-10:00 a.m. ET |
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TCS Co-Curricular Info Session |
Co-Curricular Directors |
Wed., Sept. 1: 9:00-10:00 a.m. ET |
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TCS Tips & Traditions: Learn the School cheers, how to tie a tie, and many other fun and useful insights about TCS student life from your student leaders |
TCS Student Leaders |
Thurs., Sept. 2: 9:00-10:00 a.m. ET |
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Junior School Orientation: Part I |
Junior School Faculty |
Tues., Aug. 31: 9:00-10:00 a.m. ET |
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Junior School Orientation: Part II |
Junior School Faculty |
Thurs., Sept. 2: 9:00-10:00 a.m. ET |
*Note that there will be optional supporting resources for Grade 9 and 10 Math in the form of learning modules. They will be available to students to complete on their own time. Students and families may request access to “Getting Ready for Grade 9 Math” and “Getting Ready for Grade 10 Math” learning modules, available on July 7th from the Academic Office, Admissions Department, Guidance Department or through First Connect registration. Though recommended, completion of the “Getting Ready for Grade 9 Math” or “Getting Ready for Grade 10 Math” module is not necessary for participation in First Connect sessions.