Most schools in Toronto will host graduation ceremonies virtually this year, despite a request from Ontario Premier Doug Ford to hold outdoor celebrations for all grade levels so that students can “reconnect outside before the end of the year.”
Most schools in Toronto will host graduation ceremonies virtually this year, despite a request from Ontario Premier Doug Ford to hold outdoor celebrations for all grade levels.
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Toronto school boards say virtual celebrations, not outdoor grad ceremonies, will go on
by Lucas Casaletto
Last Updated Jun 4, 2021 at 1:43 pm EDT
Premier Doug Ford said Wednesday that with schools closed, he wanted classes to celebrate graduations outdoors. Mohammad Shahhosseini
Toronto school boards say they will continue with virtual grad celebrations and will not move to in-person gatherings despite a push from the Premier.
In a statement, the Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) says it wants to ensure that the decisions it makes “keep equity at the forefront.”
“We understand how important such celebrations are for students, particularly after such an unusual school year,” the TCDSB said.