Virtual Passes
A virtual pass can be purchased for $25 and allows teachers to access the entire virtual festival for use in their classrooms starting November 1. Teachers will also receive a Student Access Login (SAL) which allows virtual and in-person students to view events on their own devices until the platform closes on December 9 (or until June 30 with a School Board Pass).
All virtual events will be available to watch on-demand until December 9 with a virtual pass ($25). School boards who purchase a board-wide pass have access to the virtual clubhouse and its resources for the entire 2024-2025 school year.
School Board-Wide Passes
If you are interested in purchasing a board-wide pass, please have an authorized representative from your board submit the School Board Pass form as soon as possible.
A school board pass provides a school board with a designated code so that all staff within the board can register for a festival pass, including Student Access Logins (SAL) for teachers to distribute to their students. A representative from the board will need to complete a form in order to receive an invoice and a registration code that each teacher and teacher-librarian in the board can use to register on the platform starting September 25.
School Boards need to confirm their interest as soon as possible to ensure enough time to share important information with their educators.
School Boards with 2024 Board-Wide Passes
- Durham District School Board
- Halton District School Board
- Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board
- Peel District School Board
- Upper Grand District School Board
- Waterloo Region District School Board
- York Catholic District School Board
Frequently Asked Questions for Educators
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How do I register my class for the virtual festival?
An educator can register for a virtual pass starting September 25, which will give them access to all virtual events from November 5-7. If your school board has purchased a board pass, you’ll receive a code to register without additional cost for a virtual pass (please email us at kids@thefoldcanada.org if you haven’t gotten a code). Educators registering for a virtual pass will be given the option to create a STUDENT ACCESS LOGIN (SAL) to provide students with access to the Virtual Clubhouse as well. Student Access Logins allow students to login on their own devices with a generic account that’s connected to their educators. SALs limit a student’s reach on the platform for safety and security reasons.
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Do I need a Student Access Login (SAL) if I’ll be showing the virtual events in class?
If you’re planning to show the events in class, you will not need an SAL, but when you register as an educator who will be showing the events in class, one will automatically be created for you. SALs are helpful if a student is away or if they are planning to watch events on their own device.
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How do I know if my school board has purchased or reserved a block of tickets?
We will list the school boards who have purchased passes on this page and will continue to update it. We recommend checking back in as well as following the FOLD Kids socials and signing up for the kids eNews at thefoldcanada.org/kids.
If your board isn’t listed, please contact your board representative and/or check your board message board to see if there are any updates. Email us if you have any questions.
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How many codes do I get if I don't know how many students I'll have?
Register for the tickets you MIGHT need and adjust your ticket amount once you know your class numbers. If the block of tickets is claimed and you need more tickets later, we will not be able to add more tickets, but if you adjust your tickets later, it’s possible that someone else may be able to use your leftovers.
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If I’m interested in one event, do I still need a full pass? Are individual event registrations available?
Unfortunately, access to individual events is not available. However, festival passes are set at a reasonable rate, providing access to just over 20 incredible events and supplemental resources. We’re confident that educators we be able to find several events for you and/or your class to enjoy.
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Where can I find FAQs regarding more information on the Virtual Clubhouse?
All of your questions regarding the Virtual Clubhouse can be found at the Educators at FOLD Kids Book Fest page.