African Heritage Program – Elementary 2024 – 2025

Program Information

The African Heritage Program connects students to the contributions, histories, legacies, cultures and traditions of people of African descent through inquiry and experiential learning. The curriculum is designed to provide students with the opportunity to learn and explore experiences inspired by the principles of Nguzo Saba, a Swahili word also known as the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa that honours the people of African Ancestry, their rich heritage and past, celebrations, thanksgiving, empowerment, and daily affirmations. Student inquiry and classroom learning are delivered through four main content areas focusing on: Early Civilizations of Africa, Celebrations and Traditions, Achievements and Contributions, and Rights and Equality. Nguzo Saba, a Swahili word also known as the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa are embedded throughout all of the inquiry in the curriculum to provide guidance in the learning.

Cost

$20 material fee required at the time of registration.

Where and When

The African Heritage program is in-person only and is currently being offered in the North end of Toronto. Classes are held one day a week for 2.5 hours for 30 weeks, after regular day school or Saturday, starting from September to June 2025.

Please note that there are no classes on PA Days, long weekends, December Break and March Break.

2024-2025 Important Dates

Registration Information - Two ways to register

Online Registration

Online registration now closed.

In-person Registration

To register, please do the following:

1. Download and complete the registration form.
2. Print the form: Select ‘Fit to printable area’ to ensure the entire form is printed.
3. Sign the registration form
4. Bring completed registration form to the ILE/AH school on registration day or program day during program time only (see table above). View list of schools, program days and times.  Complete registration with payment of $20 materials fee. Cash is not accepted. Debit/credit cards and cheques are accepted as forms of payment.

Please note that blank registration forms are available at the school for completion. These forms are available during program hours only.

Frequently Asked Questions

For questions or inquiries regarding our programs please see list of Program Officer's by school: Program Officer Emails by School Name.

Continuing Education

Phone: 416-338-4100
John Polanyi Collegiate Institute (Back of the building, off Varna Drive)
640 Lawrence Ave. W., North York, ON M6A 1B1
Email: ile_ah@tdsb.on.ca