The Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement will be hosting two(2) in-person information and preparation sessions to support Black students and families with Step 2 of the Specialized Programs (CSIP) application process.

These sessions are community-rooted spaces designed to provide clarity, encouragement, and guidance, so that Black students and families do not navigate this process alone. 

East Session
Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Time: 5:30PM - 7:00PM
 Location: Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement
                  Winston Churchill Collegiate Institute
                  2239 Lawrence Ave E., Scarborough, ON M1P 2P7

West Session
Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
Time: 5:30PM - 7:00PM
Location: Amesbury Middle School
                 201 Gracefield Ave, North York, ON M6L 1L7

What Families Can Expect:

• Clear explanation of what Step 2 involves - after successful completion of report card benchmark eligibility
• Guidance on Demonstrations of Knowledge and Skills
• Support preparing Arts portfolios and auditions
• Support preparing for IB, Leadership, and MST readiness tasks
• Opportunities to ask questions and receive guidance from caring adults who want your child to succeed

Registration: To register, please complete registration form or contact us at cebsa@tdsb.on.ca

A reminder email will be sent closer to the date.