PRO Grant Thematic Resources

Posted on 02/06/2024

We have developed a list of resources to help School Councils learn more about the PRO Grant thematic areas, including anti-racism, equity, food sovereignty, mental health and well-being, early literacy and numeracy, and more. These thematic areas align with key priorities outlined by the Ministry of Education and with OCDSB objectives.

This list resource list includes websites, videos, and audio clips that provide in-depth information on each topic. All School Councils are encouraged to explore these resources to gain a deeper understanding of the initiatives and opportunities associated with each theme.

Grant Thematic Areas	Website	Audio
Racism & Anti-Black Racism	Parent for Diversity Anti-Racism Collection The Pervasive Reality of Anti-Black Racism in Canada OCDSB Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Resources	The effects of anti-Black racism in the classroom \| The Social PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY ON ANTI-BLACK RACISM Living In Colour: The history of anti-Black racism in Canada
Anti-Indigenous Racism	OCDSB Indigenous Education ANTI-INDIGENOUS RACISM IN CANADA Reconciliation Through Education	What non-Indigenous Canadians need to know What is reconciliation? Indigenous educators have their say
Anti-Semitism	Equity Resources for Families and Educators Toronto Holocaust Museum	Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center What Should be Done to Prevent anti-Semitism in School's
Equity & Anti-Oppression	THE ANTI-OPPRESSION NETWORK	The effects of anti-Black racism in the classroom
Food Sovereignty	Food Sovereignty In Canada Indigenous Food Sovereignty African Food Basket Food Share The Ottawa Food Bank	What is food sovereignty? Food Sovereignty: What It Is and Why It's Important A Conversation on Indigenous Food Sovereignty Food Sovereignty - Let's feed ourselves: Starting your own agroecology food garden
Human Rights	Ontario Human Right Commission What are human rights? An Introduction to Human Rights	What are the Universal Human Rights What are Human Rights and why do They Matter Intro to Human Rights Human Rights in Ontario- How to File a Complaint
Mental Health and Well-Being	Parents and caregivers Guide Exploring Mental Health Together Mental Health Literacy Modules for Grades 7 and 8 Back to School Mental Health Backpack	We all Have Mental Health Supporting your Child's Mental Health and Well-being
Creating Safe Spaces of Belonging	OCDSB Bullying Prevention & Intervention Bullying – we can all help stop it Opening the Doors to Learning Through Safe Spaces in K-12 Schools Build a Safe Environment Creating Safe and Accepting Schools: Information for Parents about the Accepting Schools Act	Stop the Bullying- Examples and Best Solutions Together Against School Bullying
Engaging Parents/Caregivers in Early Literacy and Numeracy	Early literacy and early numeracy Early Numeracy Literacy and numeracy skills: Exploring the connection between key skills in preschool	Literacy and Numeracy Preparing children for school: literacy and numeracy during the early years

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