Tune In YRDSB

Course Selection

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Tune In YRDSB, we’re talking about choosing courses and pathway planning — helping students make sense of course selection and ...

Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT)

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Tune In YRDSB, we’re talking about the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) — a key graduation requirement for second...

Work Experience Program

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Tune In YRDSB, we are talking with Work Experience Transition Coordinators, and hear specifically from Bryan Ashby about the Work E...

Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC)

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Tune In YRDSB, host Kate Diakiw sits down with Lynn Ziraldo, Chair of the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) and parent a...

Changing How Students Experience Mathematics

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Tune In YRDSB, Tali Amar, Coordinator of the Math Team, is joined by Shauda Rhoden, math and science teacher at Richmond Hill High ...

Pride Month: Celebrating Students, Affirming Identities

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this Pride Month episode of Tune In YRDSB, Max, School Social Worker, and D'Andrew, Community and Partnership Developer, reflect on how YRDSB is ce...

South Asian Heritage Month: United by Heritage

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In celebration of South Asian Heritage Month, Tune In YRDSB welcomes six secondary students for an honest conversation about culture, identity, and be...

Jewish Heritage Month: Exploring Identity, History & Community

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this Jewish Heritage Month episode of Tune In YRDSB, host Jordan Rappaport is joined by Rebecca Zaiontz, and Aneta Fishman to reflect on Jewish ide...

East Asian Heritage Month: Lived Experience & Leadership in YRDSB

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this East Asian Heritage Month episode of Tune In YRDSB, Superintendent Elizabeth Lau is joined by four East Asian-identifying staff, Rebecca Tam N...

Sikh Heritage Month: Significance of the Patka & Dastar

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In honour of Sikh Heritage Month, this episode of Tune In YRDSB explores the cultural and spiritual significance of the Patka and Dastar, two importan...

Persian Heritage Month: Celebrating Persian Identities

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Tune In YRDSB, we celebrate Persian Heritage Month by highlighting the rich cultural contributions of Persian communities across Yo...

Paving the Way: Women in Sport

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In honour of Women’s History Month, this episode of Tune In YRDSB celebrates the strength, resilience, and achievements of female athletes. Host Mes...

Elementary STEM & Makerspaces

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Tune In YRDSB, we visit Central Park Public School to explore how STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) comes to...

Supporting Black Students

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Tune In YRDSB, we discuss the ongoing work to support Black students in our schools, with a focus on Black Student Associations and...

Tamil Heritage Month: Arts, Music & Culture

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special Tamil Heritage Month episode of Tune In YRDSB, host Jananthini Sivabasgaran, YRDSB science & french teacher welcomes three talente...

Family Literacy: Building Connections

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Tune In YRDSB, Heather Young, Principal in Curriculum and Instructional Services, explores the role of early literacy in student su...

Experience YRDSB: Performing Arts

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Tune In YRDSB, Jilian Stambolich Arts Consultant with Curriculum and Instructional Services, hosts a vibrant discussion on the role...

The Role of Muslim Student Associations in Schools

29 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Tune In YRDSB, host Zahra, a teacher with the York Region District School Board, leads a meaningful conversation on Muslim identity...

Beyond 2SLGBTQIA+ History Month

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode of Tune In YRDSB, host D'Andrew, the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community Partnership Developer with Inclusive Schools and Community Services, is j...

Teens in a Digital World: Social Media & Mental Health

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Tune In YRDSB, host Paula Vicente, assistant coordinator of Mental Health at YRDSB, is joined by Peter Reid, a social worker on the...

Supporting Black Student Mental Health

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this impactful episode, school social workers Tracy Thomas-Elleston and Melanie Beckford delve into the critical topic of supporting Black student ...

Unity in Diversity: Celebrating Gender and Sexuality Alliances

21 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's Pride Month episode, we delve into the important role of Gender and Sexuality Alliances (GSA) in school settings. Together, all of gues...

Experience YRDSB: Business, Innovation & Entrepreneurship

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another episode of Experience YRDSB! Hosted by Karen O'Meara, Community Connected Experiential Learning Consultant, this episode dive...

Indigenous Education in Action: Making Moccasins

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to this special episode of the podcast as we invite you into circle to join self-identified Indigenous students as they make moccasins and shar...

South Asian Heritage Month

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for another special episode as we celebrate South Asian Heritage Month! Hosted by Kyle Gulab, a special education consultant, this episode del...

Experience YRDSB: Hospitality

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we delve into the exciting and fulfilling world of hospitality and tourism. Hosted by Kristy MacDonald, Consultant in Curricul...

Jewish Heritage Month

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on this special episode of Tune in YRDSB with host Jordan Rappapport, Equity & Inclusive Education Consultant, alongside Hayden Bendavid, ...

Social Anxiety & Supporting Healthy Relationships (ft. Youth SPACE)

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In recognition of Children's Mental Health Awareness Week, today's episode is hosted by Paula Vicente and Sarah Hayden, alongside the Youth Sp...

Asian Heritage Month

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrate Asian Heritage Month with us on this special episode of Tune in YRDSB! Join hosts Alison Cheng and Pauline Guo, community partnership develo...

Experience YRDSB: Media Arts & Digital Design

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Tune In YRDSB! In this episode, Karen O'Meara, the Community Connected Experiential Learning Consultant continues our Experience Y...

Sikh Heritage Month

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode, we're diving into Sikh Heritage Month. Facilitated by Harpinder Kaur, a community partnership developer, and joined by co...

International Women's Day

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on this special episode of Tune in YRDSB as we celebrate International Women's Day by spotlighting the voices and experiences of remarkabl...

Shine Episode 6: Heather Greenwood Davis

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this captivating episode of Shine, we are joined by the remarkable Heather Greenwood Davis, the trailblazing freelance travel writer who holds the ...

Welcome to Experience YRDSB

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new sub-series of Tune In YRDSB! In this episode we are introducing, Experience YRDSB, where we're delving into the exciting world of...

Tamil Heritage Month

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The York Region District School Board recently commemorated Tamil Heritage Month. In this special episode, Initha Subramaniam, Vice Principal at Legac...

Play, Learn, Thrive: Welcome to Kindergarten

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we are focusing on a significant milestone in a family's life: starting kindergarten in York Region District School Board....

Inside the Role: Student Trustee Experiences

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Tune In YRDSB. In this episode, our host, Steve Gardner, Superintendent of Education for Leadership Development and Engagement, delves into...

Hindu Heritage Month

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we are looking back on Hindu Heritage Month and exploring the rich cultural and spiritual traditions of Hinduism. Each partici...

Latinx & Hispanic Heritage Month

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode hosts Maria Elena Fernandez-Cameron and Anajulia Gonzalez, both vice principals in YRDSB, share their personal experiences as...

Elevating Women's Stories: Celebrating Women's History Month

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rebecca Mitchell, the curator of the York Region District School Board Museum and Archives, hosts a discussion with five female leaders and changemake...

Islamic Heritage Month

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we delve into the experiences of Muslim students, staff, and families within the York Region District School Board during Isla...

Indigenous Education: Students' Perspectives

08 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this insightful podcast episode, Andrew McConnell, the former Coordinator for First Nation, Métis, Inuit Education engages in a conversation with ...

Transition to Secondary School

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Tune In YRDSB we delve into the topic of transitioning to secondary school, a significant phase in every student's life. Join u...

(Part 3) Supporting 2SLGBTQI+ Students

30 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this concluding episode of our series on supporting 2SLGBTQI+ students, we are thrilled to have some special guests joining us. Our school social ...

Next Steps in Indigenous Education

21 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we are joined by the members of YRDSB's Indigenous Education Team, as they delve into the crucial topic of Indigenous education a...

(Part 2) Supporting 2SLGBTQI+ Students

16 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In part 2 of our episode with Community Care Team School Social Workers we are going to be diving deeper and talking about what supports and resources...

Supporting Student Mental Health During Exams

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we discuss various supports and strategies to assist secondary school students during exams. Schools also recognize individual ...

Tune In YRDSB Monthly Wrap-Up and Calendaring Report: June 2023

02 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to our Monthly Wrap-Up and Calendaring Report! Each month, we will give you a quick update on what’s been happening around the boar...

Standing in the Doorway: Lived Histories & Experiences of the Chinese Community

11 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode we are talking about the upcoming exhibit, Standing in the Doorway: Lived Histories & Experiences of the Chinese Community, c...

Tune In YRDSB Monthly Wrap-Up and Calendaring Report: May 2023

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to our Monthly Wrap-Up and Calendaring Report! Each month, we will give you a quick update on what’s been happening around the boar...

South Asian Heritage Month

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode we are joined by members from the Educators for Students of South Asian Heritage (ESSAH). The podcast highlights the importance o...

Shine Episode Five: Cecil Roach & Darcie Sutherland

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Tune In YRDSB's sub-series SHINE. In this series, we will celebrate Black excellence in its many forms. Today's episode features A...

Tune In YRDSB Monthly Wrap-Up and Calendaring Report: April 2023

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to our Monthly Wrap-Up and Calendaring Report! Each month, we will give you a quick update on what’s  been happening around the boar...

(Part 1) Supporting 2SLGBTQI+ Students

31 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is being released on Trans Day of Visibility. In the episode, Community Care Team School Social Workers provide some basic knowledge for ...

Tune In YRDSB Monthly Wrap-Up and Calendaring Report: March 2023

03 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to our Monthly Wrap-Up and Calendaring Report! Each month, we will give you a quick update on what’s  been happening aro...

Digital Literacy

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode we are joined by Jonathan Lewis - Coordinator of the K-12 Engagement Platform and 3 Digital Literacy Consultants, Alison MacPhers...

Continuing Education - Adult Learning

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode we are joined by Annette Oliver - Vice Principal of Continuing Education Services, Michael Grieve - Principal of Continuing Educa...

Tune In YRDSB Monthly Wrap-Up and Calendaring Report: February 2023

03 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to our Monthly Wrap-Up and Calendaring Report! Each month, we will give you a quick update on what’s  been happening aro...

Tamil Heritage Month

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode we are joined by Janani Pathy, Principal of Curriculum & Instructional Services, Suganja Sinnathamby, Secondary Teacher at Ma...

Intro to Special Education

20 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode we are joined by Principal of Student Services, Stephen Hopkins, Coordinator of Student Services, Cindy Thomas, and Regional Spec...

Tune In YRDSB Monthly Wrap-Up and Calendaring Report: January 2023

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year everyone, and welcome back to our Monthly Wrap-Up and Calendaring Report! As always, each month, we will give you a quick update on wha...

Yad Vashem

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode we are joined by Principal of Anne Frank Public School, Aneta Fishman, Educator from Yad Vashem World Holocaust Remembrance Cente...

Municipal Elections

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode we are joined by Director of Education Louise Sirisko, President of Ontario Public School Boards' Association Cathy Abraham, and ...

Tune In YRDSB Monthly Wrap-Up and Calendaring Report: October 2022

07 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to our Monthly Wrap-Up and Calendaring Report! Each month, we will give you a quick update on what’s been happening around th...

Tune In YRDSB Monthly Wrap-Up and Calendaring Report: September 2022

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We are back!  Each month, we will give you a quick update on what’s been happening around the board, and what we have to look forward...

South East Asian Youth Speaks Program

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode of Tune In YRDSB, School Social Worker Charmaine Tong is joined by Youth Development Manager from 105 Gibson Centre, Ariel Yip, and...

Tune In YRDSB Monthly Wrap-Up and Calendaring Report: June 2022

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

That is a wrap YRDSB! As you know each month we will give you a quick update on what’s been happening around the board. We end this school...

Tune In YRDSB Monthly Wrap-Up and Calendaring Report: May and June 2022

01 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Each month, we will give you a quick update on what’s been  happening around the board, and what we have to look forward to in the  c...

So They Remember

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode of Tune In YRDSB, Principal Aneta Fishman is joined by Author Maksim Goldenshteyn, student Sharon Kartuz, and her mother Mery Kartu...

Hackathon

20 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode of Tune In YRDSB, Principal Debbie Linkewich is joined by four secondary students Benny, Claire, Jennifer and Trinity, as they refl...

Shine Episode Four: Dr. Olubimpe Ayeni

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Tune In YRDSB's new sub-series SHINE. In this series, we will celebrate Black excellence in its many forms. Today's episode features D...

Tune In YRDSB Monthly Wrap-Up and Calendaring Report: April and May 2022

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Each month, we will give you a quick update on what’s been happening around the board, and what we have to look forward to in the coming w...

Active Routes To School

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode of Tune In YRDSB, YRDSB and YCDSB Active Travel Coordinator Reena Mistry is joined by Castlemore P.S. Principal Leeanne Hoover-Joy,...

Tune In YRDSB Monthly Wrap-Up and Calendaring Report: March and April 2022

01 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Each month, we will give you a quick update on what’s been happening around the board, and what we have to look forward to in the coming w...

Secondary Athletics

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode of Tune In YRDSB, York Region Athletics Association (YRAA) Coordinator of Athletics Mark Arsenault is joined by YRAA President Jeff...

SHINE Episode Two - Jillian Danford (Auntie Jillian)

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

(LISTENING) ADVISORY While the intention of this podcast is to create an atmosphere of joy and positive affirmation, some content may be emotionally t...

Tune In YRDSB’s Monthly Review & Calendar Report: February and March 2022

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Each month, we will give you a quick update on what’s been happening around the board, and what we have to look forward to in the coming w...

SHINE Episode One - Saeed Renaud

04 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Tune In YRDSB's new sub-series SHINE.  In this series, we will celebrate Black excellence.  Today's episode features Actor and Vo...

Tune In YRDSB’s Monthly Review & Calendar Report: January and February 2022

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Each month, we will give you a quick update on what’s been happening around the board, and what we have to look forward to in the coming w...

SHINE Conversations that Matter

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Join the Dismantling Anti-Black Racism team as they explore what makes our Black community shine on our new Tune In YRDSB production, SHINE.

GSA Month

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode of Tune In YRDSB, we are going to be taking at a look at GSAs (Genders & Sexualities Alliances or Gay Straight Alliance) throug...

Nur Muslim Mentorship Program

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode of Tune In YRDSB, we are going to be taking at a look at the Nur Muslim Mentorship Program, brought to you by our guests Wahid Khan...

French Immersion Program

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode of Tune In YRDSB, we are going to be diving deeper into our French Immersion Program, brought to you by our guests Arin Otis - Prin...

Tune In YRDSB’s Monthly Review & Calendar Report: December & January 2022

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Each month, we will give you a quick update on what’s been happening around the board, and what we have to look forward to in the  coming&...

Tune In YRDSB’s Monthly Review & Calendar Report: November & December

03 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Each month, we will give you a quick update on what’s been happening  around the board, and what we have to look forward to in the coming ...

Tune In YRDSB’s Monthly Review & Calendar Report: October & November

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Each month, we will give you a quick update on what’s been happening around the board, and what we have to look forward to in the coming  weeks...

Pathways Programs

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are talking about some of the many exciting Ontario Youth Apprenticeship opportunities available to our secondary students. There are ove...

Tune In YRDSB’s Monthly Review & Calendar Report: September & October

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Each month, we will give you a quick update on what’s been happening around the board, and what we have to look forward to in the coming weeks.

(Part 1) 2021/22 School Year – Health & Safety Measures

09 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode of Tune In YRDSB, we are joined by Heather Schreider - Elementary Principal of Operations, Education and Community Services, Dawn A...

(Part 2) 2021/22 School Year – School Reopening

07 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

*Part 1 coming soon!*  In our second episode for the 2021/21 School Year, we are joined by, Louise Sirisko - Director of Education, YRDSB, Clayto...

Welcome to Kindergarten - Part Two

28 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this two-part episode, YRDSB parent Camille Robertson sits down with a team of Kindergarten educators from Johnny Lombardi PS to ask all the pressi...

Welcome to Kindergarten - Part One

28 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this two-part episode, YRDSB parent Camille Robertson sits down with a team of Kindergarten educators from Johnny Lombardi PS to ask all the pressi...

Welcome to Kindergarten Parts One and Two

28 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this two-part episode, YRDSB parent Camille Robertson sits down with a team of Kindergarten educators from Johnny Lombardi PS to ask all the pressi...

Indigenous Education in YRDSB

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

“When we talk about Indigenous education, what are talking about? Is it Indigenous content, is it the way we teach, is it who’s doing the teaching...

As Long as the Rivers Flow: Treaty Talks - Part 3

03 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Tune In YRDSB, Indigenous Education Consultant Natasha Bascevan is joined by Amy Brant and Joe Brown from Mohawk Nation at Kenhté:...

Black Student Voice

26 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Tune IN YRDSB. In today's episode we are joined by York Region District School Board students, Sydney Baxter, Jaylah Hall, Cameron Dav...

The Role of Student Trustees

26 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Tune IN YRDSB. In today's episode we are joined by Administrative Advisor, Sofia Papadatos, and Student Trustees, Christine Lin, Felix...

Tune In YRDSB Trailer

21 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Coordinating Superintendent of Education - Indigenous Education and Equity Cecil Roach provides a brief synopsis of the discussion about oppression in...

Alliance of Educators for Muslim Students & Network of Educators Supporting Jewish Learners: Advocacy, Solidarity & Allyship

14 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Please join us in this extremely powerful conversation from our 2 Affinity Groups AEMS (Alliance of Educators for Muslim Students) and NESJL (Network ...

As Long as the Rivers Flow: Focusing on Connections to Treaties - Part 2

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Tune In YRDSB, Indigenous Education Consultant Natasha Bascevan is joined by Social Worker and Author Cyndy Baskin as they discuss ...