To advertise here, please contact Cathy@villagerpublications.com If your child will begin school in September 2025, please reach out to your school and register at www.tvdsb.ca/register. Early registration helps reduce classroom shifts and ensures a smooth transition. Feel free to phone the school office for a school tour. Thames Valley currently has 10 new schools in various stages of planning and construction. Seven are expected to open in the 2025-2026 or 2026-2027 school years. Thames Valley will announce opening dates for the three most-recently announced schools later this year. EQAO assessments for Grades 3 and 6 will take place throughout May and June. Please check with your child’s school for specific testing dates and ensure your child is rested and ready. TVDSB (Ward 11) Spring Updates from Trustees Pizzolato and Polhill (Wards 1, 11, 12, 14) Spring is in full bloom, and with it comes an exciting and busy season for the Thames Valley District School Board. A major highlight is the 25th annual Award of Distinction ceremony, taking place on May 8. The Award of Distinction, presented annually by the Thames Valley District School Board of Trustees, honors students, staff, volunteers, and parents for their remarkable contributions at both the school and system levels. Nominees are selected based on how well they embody the Board’s Vision, Mission, and Values. Ward 11 Update from City Hall by Skylar Franke, Ward 11 London City Council 519-661-2489, extension 4011 • sfranke@london.ca Hello Wortley Villagers! As spring returns to Old South, so does the activity around our neighbourhood and the city with several exciting infrastructure improvements and opportunities for community input. Here’s what you need to know this month: Have Your Say: Thames Park Public Session – May 8 Mark your calendars! The City of London is hosting a public engagement session on May 8th, 6 to 8 pm at Mountsfield Public School to discuss options for upgrades to Thames Park. This is your chance to weigh in on the future of one of our most beloved green spaces. Whether you’re a dog walker, tennis player, or just love a good picnic under the trees, your voice matters. More here: getinvolved.london.ca/thamespark Craig Street Reconstruction on the Horizon Craig Street is scheduled for a full reconstruction that will include new underground infrastructure, resurfacing, and streetscape improvements. While construction may bring some temporary disruption, the long-term benefits include separating combined sewers (which contribute to raw sewage overflows during extreme weather events) and a coat of fresh pavement – no more Craig St potholes! Learn more here: getinvolved.london.ca/craig Tecumseh School Intersection Upgrades The pedestrian crossing near Tecumseh Public School at Tecumseh Ave. and Langley St. is getting a much-
In leadership news, Bill Tucker will continue as Director for the remainder of the school year. We assure families that classroom learning is our top priority. We also anticipate receiving Core Education funding from the province in May. Once announced, we’ll begin our budget process including public input to support a financial recovery plan for the Board. As always please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns. Your child’s classroom teacher is the first point of contact, followed by the school’s principal, the school superintendent, and your Trustee! For more information, visit www.tvdsb.ca and click on Contact Us. needed safety boost. Construction is set to begin soon on upgraded intersection features including improved signage, pavement markings, and removing the curb at the crosswalk. These enhancements aim to create a safer route for students and families walking to and from school and thanks to Asha & the Tecumseh School Council for your leadership on these improvements. New Crosswalks Recently Opened Residents will notice the addition of two new crosswalks in key locations across Old South (Grand/Gerrard and High/Tecumseh). These new crossings will make it safer for pedestrians of all ages to navigate busy streets, especially near parks, schools, and community hubs. Basement Flooding Grant Program With spring come showers and I’ve been hearing from some residents about basement flooding issues. The Basement Flooding Grant Program is designed to provide financial assistance to property owners who experience basement flooding in their home. The program helps mitigate and pre- vent basement flooding incidents by offering funding for eligi- ble flood protection measures such as weeping tile discon- nection with redirection to a new sump pump and backwater valves. Find out more here: london.ca/living-london/water- environment/flooding/basement-flooding-grant-program. As always, your community input is crucial in shaping the future of our neighbourhood. Thank you for reaching out to me to share your ideas and concerns. Stay in touch, Skylar
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Trustee Pizzolato Lori-Ann Pizzolato l.pizzolato@tvdsb.ca 519-452-2000
Sheri Polhill s.polhill@tvdsb.ca 519-452-2000
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