On December 30, 2014 we went sightseeing in Manila to soak up some culture and learn about the country's history. Right after lunch at Chow King, we travel to the AVANAI community where the PH Team in 2012 did their building and community work. ... Continue Reading →
Day 4 – Part 2 – Tondo Market and Smokey Mountain Relocation
It's still Monday, Dec. 29th. We had an amazing time with the children in the orphanage. All the children lived in the surrounding area called Tondo. We boarded the bus to visit this area. Our next destination is the Smokey Mountain relocation area. We say bye to the kids that followed us... Continue Reading →
Day 4 – Part 1 – St. Martin de Porres Orphanage
Today is Monday, December 29, and our first stop is the St. Martin de Porres Orphanage where we would be performing our "Shake it off" dance for the first time. Up next - our Tondo market tour and our educational visit to the slums of Tondo. Both of which will be featured in our... Continue Reading →
Day 3 – Adventures in Tagaytay
Despite a night of no sleep, we departed from our hotel at 7am. Summary of Sister Haydee's Teaching: How you do anything is how you do everything (Father Richard War) God is just a breath away. How do you get in touch with God? Just breathe Do your best,... Continue Reading →
Day 1 & 2 – Flying to the Philippines
On December 26th, 2014, a group of students from the Toronto Catholic District School Board, in partnership with Adventure Learning Experiences and ANCOP, embarked on a service and leadership trip to Manila, Philippines. Bus picks us up at 6:45am for our Tagaytay adventure. Please write us your comments below. Thanks for following our... Continue Reading →
Philippines Service & Leadership Experience 2014-15
21 students and 2 teachers from the TCDSB will be giving up their Christmas vacation to serve the poor in Manila, Philippines. Follow our travels by clicking the links below. Pictures and videos will be posted daily so check back often. Please read the comments of each participant and respond by posting your own comments... Continue Reading →
Who’s on TeamPH2K14?
It is that time of year again, the time of year when Michael Consul takes a group of student leaders from the TCDSB to the Philippines to engage in meaningful service work. These student leaders will be assisting A.N.C.O.P. in building communities for the poor residing in Manila Philippines. The student leaders are scheduled to leave... Continue Reading →
Philippines Service Trip 2014-15
REGISTER TO ATTEND INFORMATION MEETING REGISTER TO ATTENDING INFORMATION MEETING See pictures from last year. (After you click link, keep scrolling down.......there are ton of pictures!) If you have questions: Text - 416-569-6813 (fastest response) Email - michael.consul@tcdsb.org BE THE CHANGE!
Register Today: Proudly Pinoy – Asian Heritage Month Celebration
PRE-REGISTER your attendance by clicking HERE **1st 100 people to preregister will recieve a free gift! PRE-REGISTER your attendance by clicking HERE **First 100 people to pre-register will receive a free gift! Useful Links: Full Workshop Descriptions Download Poster for Printing - Poster 2014 (pdf) Need more info: Email proudly.pinoy@tcdsb.org or call 416.222.8282 x1888
Proudly Pinoy – Workshop Descriptions
PRE-REGISTER YOUR ATTENDANCE by clicking HERE Date: Sat. May 31 (9:30 - 3:00 pm) Location: Marshall McLuhan (1107 Avenue Road) Adult Workshops Navigating the Educational System - What you need to know about the Ontario Education System and how to help your child choose his/her Destination/Pathway. . Moving from a job to a career - Learn how to land... Continue Reading →
