Student Services Newsletter - October 2021

The Faculty of Education, Office of Student Services  welcomes the new BEd and BA students to York U.

York U. Better Together - Return to campus  Students are encouraged to visit the YU Better Together website to get up-to-date information on the FW 2021-22 campus plans.   https://www.yorku.ca/bettertogether/students/

EClass https://eclass.yorku.ca/
To increase clarity and communications, students are advised to turn Notifications Setting "on" in eClass to ensure that any announcements made will go directly to their preferred inbox.  Please check the eClass Course Announcements regularly to ensure you have all recent updates.

MTRR https://mtrr.blog.yorku.ca/
The Mentoring and Teaching Resource Room has been developed by the Faculty of Education, York University with the support of the Ontario Ministry of Education. York's Mentoring and Teaching Resource Room (MTRR) is designed to support the important work that Mentor Teachers and Teacher Candidates are doing in Ontario classrooms.

The Faculty of Education Google Academic Calendars provide weekly information about the BEd courses offered, workshops/information sessions planned and holiday breaks.  Look at the cohort/certification you are studying and students will see the monthly schedule.https://www.yorku.ca/edu/students/undergraduate-programs/bed-program-calendars/

Listening to YU: Be Seen. Be Heard. Take the Census. https://vp.students.yorku.ca/student-census  Completing the Student Equity & Diversity Census is an important step toward identifying and eliminating barriers to access within York University.

We know that asking about a person’s identity can be uncomfortable, and we will do so with sensitivity. We consulted students and community members when developing the questions so that we were respectful of the varying points of view of our racialized students, Indigenous students, women, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ2S+ community.

By better understanding you – who you are and how you identify – we can provide targeted services, resources and supports to our community’s equity-seeking groups and build a more inclusive community to support the academic success of our students.

  • Step 1: Access the Student Equity & Diversity Census here.
  • Step 2: Log into your Passport York account.
  • Step 3: Complete the Census and opt in for your chance to win an iPad Pro, a $100 Amazon gift card, a $50 Uber Eats gift card or $10 to your YU-Card. To read and understand the contest rules and find more details about the prizes and how to opt in, check out Prizes & Incentives below.

BEd YEAR TWO BEd – ED Electives
TCs were encouraged to enroll in the education elective courses in the summer session.  If you weren’t able to complete the required electives (EDUC) by summer 2021, the following electives have and will be posted. Please note, ED/EDUC 2300 section M has been cancelled and students who were enrolled in the course have been removed.  Communication was sent on Oct 6, 2021 late day to those students about he change and offering additional EDUC courses to visit/plan.   See below.

ED/EDUC 2720 3.00   Section N Catalogue # P26U01        Teaching English in International Contexts (This is a LITERACY elective and only open to Keele and CEC PJ and JI students)

ED/EDUC 3592 3.00   Section N Catalogue #: X73G01       Teaching for Understanding in the Mathematics Classroom  (This is a MATH elective and open to GL PJ, JI and Keele/CEC PJ and JI)

ED/EDUC 3720 3.00   Section M Catalogue #: M14J01     Philosophical Inquiry into Critical Thinking and Curriculum OPEN elective (currently full - Oct 7, 2021) 

ED/EDUC 3730 3.00   Section M Catalogue #: S67A01      Education and Human Rights OPEN elective (currently full - Oct 7, 2021)

posted Oct 6, 2021 ED/EDUC 3750 3.00 Section N  Catalogue #: X29X01  Classroom Assessment OPEN elective

posted Oct 6, 2021 ED/EDUC 3300 3.00 Section M  Catalogue #: B76R01 Urban Education OPEN elective

Maximum numbers of electives required to completed for the BEd:

  • Primary/Junior candidates must complete three elective courses - one math based, one language/literacy based and one open choice to satisfy their BEd degree requirements.
  • Junior/Intermediate candidates must complete a total of two elective courses - one Math or Literacy based and one open choice to satisfy their BEd degree requirements.
  • Intermediate/Senior and Technological Education candidates must complete a total of three elective courses to satisfy their BEd degree requirements.
  • Glendon FSL BEd –  PJ and JI one Math elective and IS one open elective

BA EDST Program requirement regulation changes
Over this past year there were course requirement regulation changes for the BA Educational Studies program.  Please ensure you visit the Academic Calendars at https://calendars.students.yorku.ca/

BA EDST students - Important dates and keep connected to YU.
A reminder to the BA Educational Students there are lots of activities happening online for you to participate in.  Look over what's happening and you can be part of it:

Navigate Fall 2021: https://currentstudents.yorku.ca/
Fall Activities: https://events.yorku.ca/
Important Dates: https://registrar.yorku.ca/enrol/dates/fw20
Winters College: https://winters.ampd.yorku.ca/academic-affiliates/
FESA: https://www.facebook.com/groups/FESAYorkOpportunities/

Students in the BA Educational Studies program need to be mindful of the university important dates - drop/add courses, refunds and tuition deadline.

BEd Graduates ~ Apply to the Ontario College of Teachers for your Membership registration
BEd students completing courses over the summer or from the spring session should be applying to the Ontario College of Teachers to become a certified member. There are several steps students will need to do to ensure there are no delays nominating BEd graduates after convocation. Membership registration should be completed as soon as possible.

Fall Convocation Plans:  https://www.yorku.ca/convocation/

  1. Review the OCT application information at  https://apps.oct.ca/OLR/Template.aspx?action=rege
  2. Apply for OCT membership/registration: Visit: www.oct.ca select Members and then Create an Account. In order for the BEd Student Services Office to send your recommendation, we require the six-digit OCT registration number for each graduating teacher candidate.
  3. Submit the six-digit Ontario College Teachers (OCT) registration number by ASAP to the Faculty of Education. The online form is available on the Faculty of Education website.
  4. Send Transcripts to OCT ~ Graduating BEd teacher candidates will need  to order all post-secondary transcripts  and  be sent to the Ontario College of Teachers. When ordering transcripts, please indicate that you wish for your York University transcript to be sent upon degree completion. Please order your transcript while completing your OCT application, using the OUAC Transcript Request available at https://www.ouac.on.ca/apply/oct/en_CA/user/login
  5. Recommendation to OCT - The Faculty of Education will  send your recommendation to OCT following program completed recorded on the student record.  Transcripts ordered by the student and the recommendation sent by the Faculty of Education are required for certification.

Mental Health and Wellness at York U .  Students  needing assistance or support  beyond their course work are encouraged to visit the resources available to them at YU.  http://mhw.info.yorku.ca/resources/resources-at-york/students/.

Student Accessibility Services (SAS)  Students with a diagnosed disability are encouraged to connect with York's Accessibility Services (SAS).  Their office  provides academic accommodation and support to students with disabilities in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Commission’s Policy on accessible education for students with disabilities and York University Senate Policy on Academic Accommodation for Students with Disabilities.

As well, students needing non Academic Counselling can contact Student Counselling and Development (SCD)     This unit helps York students to realize, develop and fulfill their personal potential in order to maximally benefit from their university experience and manage the challenges of university life. Students come to SCD because of a wide range of concerns including, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, abuse, stress, self-esteem, relationship issues, eating and body image as well as issues related to sexuality, short-term individual, couple, and group counselling, crisis intervention and consultations regarding students in distress/crisis and issues related to overall mental health.

Religious Education: Teaching in Catholic Schools - Who Should Attend
Any undergrad BEd student  in the final year of BEd and interested in preparing to teach in Catholic schools.  NOTE: This course is open only to York University Faculty of Education undergraduate students. This course is not equivalent to the Religious Education, Part 1 additional qualification.

Course Format
Fully Online
Offered in the Fall and Winter sessions
A Certificate of Completion is provided upon successful completion

To Apply & Fees
For actual dates, locations and session offerings, search from the list of available courses.

Apply for Continuing Education Student Awards
Deadline October 15 – Student Financial Profile
Awards and bursaries are available to Faculty of Education Teacher Candidates to assist with the cost of university tuition. All Teacher Candidates who feel they meet the criteria of academic excellence and financial need are encouraged to apply. The deadline is October 15th and requires students to complete Student Financial Profile.

Please note along with the October 15th Student Financial Profile deadline the following awards require an additional Personal/Written Statement and a Recommendation Letter to be submitted directly to the Office of Student Services.  The completed forms need to be email to osp@edu.yorku.ca The submission forms are  available at http://edu.yorku.ca/current-students/undergraduate/ and select Financial Support.

Jamison Family Award This award was established by the Jamison family to provide $500 to a deserving York University student with a preference given to a Faculty of Education student. All Faculty of Education students enrolled in practicum courses are eligible to apply. The Award is based on academic promise and financial need. One recommendation letter from a member of York University’s Faculty of Education who is familiar with applicant’s work is required. The letter must address academic promise.

The Learning Station.Com Canada Technology Award This award was established by the LearningStation.com, an Internet-based Canadian company. Concurrent Ed II and Ed III students enrolled in a practicum course and all Consecutive students are eligible to apply. Awards will be granted to a student who has demonstrated innovative ways to uses technology in a learning environment with lesser weight being given to financial need. One letter of recommendation from a Course Director who is familiar with the applicant's work is required. The letter must address the applicant's contribution towards innovative use of technology. Recipients must be Canadian Citizens or permanent residents, be Ontario residents and demonstrate financial need.

Mary Sue McCarthy Bursary This $500 award has been established by the Faculty of Education Alumni Association to honour Professor Mary Sue McCarthy, an outstanding educator and a founding member of the Faculty. All Faculty of Education students are eligible to apply. Awards will be decided based on academic promise and financial need. One recommendation letter from a member of York University’s Faculty of Education who is familiar with the applicant’s work is required. The letter must address teaching promise.

Patrick Solomon Memorial Award in Urban Diversity The Patrick Solomon Memorial Award in Urban Diversity will be available for two candidates in the Faculty of Education. One award will be available for students in each of the graduate and undergraduate programs. Recipients will demonstrate a dedication to the principles of social justice, equity and community service, as demonstrated through course assignments, projects and initiatives. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons and residents of Ontario who demonstrate financial need.

Peter E. Board Bursary This small award was established by the Faculty of Education in memory of Professor Peter E. Board. All Faculty of Education students are eligible to apply. Applicants must show both financial need and academic promise. One recommendation letter from a member of York University’s Faculty of Education who is familiar with applicant’s work is required. The letter must address teaching promise.

Cornerstone Leadership Award in Action Graduating Student Award Established by Stephanie and Winston Ling, the Cornerstone Leadership in Action Awards will be presented annually to a student enrolled in their second year of the Faculty of Education's concurrent teacher education program and a student enrolled in the Faculty of Education's graduate program who has completed either the concurrent or consecutive teacher education program at York. One award will be available for students from each of these programs.

The awards recognize students who have demonstrated exceptional leadership potential or ability and who embrace attributes such as honesty, integrity, passion, enthusiasm, innovation, creativity, humility and trustworthiness. Nominations will be accepted for students who embody the following:

  • Has an exemplary reputation among peers, supervisors, faculty members and within relevant communities
  • Employs innovative teaching practices
  • Promotes a positive school culture
  • Has the capacity to foster leadership qualities in others
  • Works effectively with families and community members
  • Supports the concept of mentorship, in relation to peers and students
  • Believes in continuing professional education
  • Has demonstrated standards of excellence in his/her professional activities

Award recipients will be chosen from nominees who best embody the above qualities. Nominations will be accepted from faculty members or students.  In addition to the nominator’s letter (250-500 words); the nomination file should include a sample of the nominee’s work (with the nominee’s permission) which illustrates his/her qualification for the award.

Awards for Year 2 Education students

Continuing Student Award – Access Candidates
Access identified candidates who demonstrate leadership in course work and practicum.

Application Requirements:   Nomination by faculty and self-nomination

  • Written Statement: Teacher Candidate is required to submit a written statement that shows how they have mobilized their experiences as an access candidate to demonstrated leadership in their practicum and course work?
  • Recommendation: Require one recommendation letter from a member of York University’s Faculty of Education who is familiar with the teacher candidate’s work.
  • To apply for the bursary students must complete Student Financial Profile <http://sfs.yorku.ca/aid/sfp>

The Written Statement and Recommendation will be submitted directly to BEd Student Services, osp@edu.yorku.ca

Deadline:
Student Financial Profile - October 15
Recommendation Letter and Written Statement - November 1
Amount:  $2500 x 3 awards

Continuing Student Award – Community Work
Candidate who demonstrates financial need and commitment to community work – self-nomination.

Application Requirements:   Nomination by faculty and self-nomination

  • Written Statement: Teacher Candidate is required to submit a written statement that demonstrates how the community work has influences members of the community and their understanding of being an educator.
  • To apply for the bursary students must complete Student Financial Profile <http://sfs.yorku.ca/aid/sfp>

The Written Statement will be submitted directly to BEd Student Services, osp@edu.yorku.ca

Deadline: 
Student Financial Profile - October 15
Recommendation Letter and Written Statement - November 1
Amount:  $1250.00 x 2 awards

Continuing Student Award – Leadership
Candidates who demonstrate financial need and leadership in course work and practicum

Application Requirements:   Nomination by faculty and self-nomination

  • Written Statement: Teacher Candidate is required to submit a written statement that demonstrates leadership in their practicum and course work in the BEd program.
  • Recommendation: Require one recommendation letter from a member of York University’s Faculty of Education who is familiar with the teacher candidate’s work and practicum.

To apply for the bursary students must complete Student Financial Profile <http://sfs.yorku.ca/aid/sfp>. The Written Statement and recommendation letter will be submitted directly to BEd Student Services, osp@edu.yorku.ca

Deadline: 
Student Financial Profile - October 15
Recommendation Letter and Written Statement - November 1
Amount:  $1000.00 x 3 awards

Please note that the awards may require the following:

  • Specific to a teacher candidates York degree, teaching subjects and/or teaching level and year in the BEd program.
  • a nomination letter from a Faculty of Education instructor and a Personal Statement submitted by the TC addressing teaching promise.

More information on Student Awards visit: http://sfs.yorku.ca/scholarships/award_search/index.htm

Faculty of Education Office of Student Services team ~ available  
The Office of Student Services provides advising for undergraduate students in the Faculty of Education. On Monday, August 30, 2021 the Office of Student Services team began  working both in office and remotely. We are requesting students and visitors to connect with us via email to book an appointment and/or attend an information session.

Book an appointment with our Student Advisors
Jane Larsson, Teresa Boyle and Marc Powell are your undergraduate degree program Student Advisors for the Bachelor of Education (BEd) and Bachelor of Arts (Educational Studies) degree programs. You will meet them during your individual advising appointments or at the group advising sessions.

Current Faculty of Education students can book an advising appointment with one of our Student Advisors. All appointments will be by phone, email or via Zoom video conferencing. One of our Student Advisors will contact you day before the appointment and plan how to meet, zoom or phone.  Students should check their spam/junk email incase its not received the email inbox.
BOOK AN APPOINTMENT

If looking or needing general information please email osp@edu.yorku.ca. Please give us 3 business days to respond.

Office of Student Services, Faculty of Education 
Monday                        10:00a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday to Friday        9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Email:                           osp@edu.yorku.ca