Issue link: https://publications.tfs.ca/i/1484703
18 Parents' Handbook 2022– 2023 discussed and followed, when appropriate, by classroom observation and the implementation of an individualized learning plan; parents are involved throughout the process. In some cases testing is recommended and the school can provide some diagnostic assessments as well as pre-screening. If an external assessment is recommended, TFS helps parents by providing a list of specialists and their areas of expertise. Junior School The Junior School Learning Forum team includes two resource teachers, a social skills specialist and a guidance counsellor. Resource teachers are scheduled in class and provide whole class, small group and individual support. Regularly scheduled guidance classes ensure that all students are given instruction on social and life skills, problem-solving and strategies for well-being including mindfulness and meditation. Parents can contact their child's homeroom teacher to discuss support and to connect to the Learning Forum team as needed. West Campus – Grades 6 and 7 The guidance and learning strategies' curriculum in Grades 6 and 7 includes social skills training, health and well-being and learning strategies, including organizational skills. A key emphasis at this level is to help students make the transition to the Senior School so that they can begin to become independent learners. If you have any questions in this area, please contact: Daniel Cohen, Executive Director, The Learning Forum 416-484-6980, ext. 4375 | dcohen@tfs.ca Andrea Hurst, Health Unit Coordinator, Toronto 416-484-6980, ext. 4464 | schoolnurse@tfs.ca Julie Wheeldon, Nurse, Toronto 416-484-6980, ext. 4464 | schoolnurse@tfs.ca Emma Carmichael, Nurse, West Campus 416-484-6980, ext. 4464 | schoolnurse@tfs.ca Rachel Pipher, Social Worker 416-484-6980, ext. 4518 | rpipher@tfs.ca Nensi Kellici, Test Centre Coordinator 416-484-6980, ext. 4224 | nkellici@tfs.ca SENIOR SCHOOL STUDENT SERVICES Guidance Department Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or by appointment. Mélanie Fraxedas, University Counselling and Guidance Coordinator 416-484-6980, ext. 4291 | mfraxedas@tfs.ca The Senior School Learning Forum team comprises guidance counsellors, learning specialists and specialized university counsellors. All students have a guidance counsellor and they can make appointments any time to meet with them. Parents can contact their child's Guidance Counsellor for an appointment. Grades 6 and 7 The guidance and learning strategies' curriculum includes social skills training, health and well-being and learning strategies, including organizational skills and study strategies. A key emphasis at this level is to help students make the transition to the Senior School so that they can begin to become independent learners. Daily organizational check-out help is offered to all students at the end of the day. Levels I-V Guidance in Levels I-V focuses on learning about individual interests, strengths and challenges; wellness and social-emotional skills; academic planning and exploring future educational and career directions. Small groups and individual support assist students