Dear Colleagues:
As we move into February, the TSTN Executive hopes the new year is off to a positive and motivating start for you. We know this month can feel challenging - with colder weather, reduced sunlight, and the post‑holiday slowdown - so we are sharing a few helpful resources to navigate this season.:
Telus Health Wellbeing Calendar: February is Heart Month.
Psychology Today: Tips to Beat the Winter Blues: Practical strategies for staying well.
Desk‑Friendly Stretches: Quick movement when you can’t get outdoors.
“You may not always see the results of your kindness, but every act leaves its mark.” Daniel G. Hill*
Save The Date: TSTN’s next Lunch & Learn
Wednesday February 18th & Wednesday February 25th, 2026
12:00-12:45 pm
Via Teams
2 virtual Lunch & Learn Sessions with Kate Davis looking at team unity, managing change, and ultimately staying adaptable and resilient.
*TSTN Lunch & Learn sessions are Members Only events. TSTN members will receive registration information via email.
Want to participate in these professional development opportunities? Join TSTN now
Celebrate Colleagues: TDSB Excellence Awards
February can feel a little heavy, but one of the most effective ways to lift spirits during the winter months is to recognize the meaningful work taking place across our system. Expressing appreciation brightens someone else's day and also helps renew our own energy and sense of connection.
Nominations for the 2026 TDSB Excellence Awards are now open until Friday, February 27 at 5:00 p.m. The program has been refreshed with clearer, role‑based award categories and a more streamlined nomination process.
Consider submitting a nomination for an outstanding Schedule II team member to acknowledge the many unsung heroes who make a significant difference for staff and students alike. This is a meaningful way to recognize those who help make our workplaces caring, supportive, and inspiring.
Learn more: https://www.tdsb.on.ca/About-Us/Excellence
Recognizing Acts of Service Excellence (RASE)
As we focus on appreciation, another simple way to brighten this season and someone’s day is through peer recognition. If you have received exceptional service from a Business or Operations colleague, consider sending a quick RASE acknowledgement. These moments of gratitude help boost morale and strengthen our culture of operational excellence.
Learn more: https://tdsbweb.tdsb.on.ca/serviceexcellence/rase-program
Wishing you warmth, connection, and renewed energy this month, The TSTN Executive
*Daniel G. Hill was a Canadian educator and historian known for his leadership in education and human rights.