All School News - April 30, 2026
MESSAGE FROM STRUAN ROBERTSON, HEAD OF SCHOOL
BOARD OF DIRECTORS NOMINATIONS
The Board of Directors is calling for nominations for Committee Members for 2026-2027. If you are interested, please click the button below to submit your nomination. Deadline for nominations is May 1, 2026.
We WANt Your FEEDBACK
Thank you to everyone who attended our Middle and Senior School Arts Night last week. As this was our first time hosting a combined version of this event, we would greatly appreciate your feedback. Please take a few moments to share your thoughts with us.
RSVP FOR Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) workshop
The York School will be hosting a Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) workshop for parents and caregivers on May 22 from 8:45am - 4:00pm. Currently, all York School staff are being trained in MHFA by our Senior School Social Worker, Avallon Leopold. Mental Health First Aid is a nationally recognized, evidence-based program that helps adults learn how to provide help to a person developing a mental health problem or experiencing a crisis. This training will help participants recognize signs of mental health challenges and guide people toward appropriate professional help when needed. The program is widely used across Ontario in schools, healthcare, and community settings. At the end of the workshop, you will earn a participation certificate in MHFA.
Cost: $75.00 per person
Athletics
All our Storm teams have been competing this week. From ultimate frisbee to softball to track and field – The Storm is dominating everywhere.
“Breakfast of Champions,” our Middle and Senior School celebration, is coming up. These breakfasts are open to all the athletes who participate in our program and to award winners (who will be announced soon).
Go Storm!
Mr. D
YPA 2026-27 Executive - Volunteer Sign-Up Form
Come join the YPA Executive - get involved, make an impact, and have some fun along the way!
YPA call for volunteers
Come join the YPA as a member of the Pre-loved Committee, Parent Connects Committee or as a Grade Rep! It is a great way to get involved whether you are in your first year at York or your last!
YPA PARENT SOCIAL
THE YPA & THE YORK SCHOOL
Are hosting the 4th Annual York Parent Social!
When: May 6, 2026 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Where: NEW LOCATION - BUCA OSTERIA & BAR | 53 Scollard Street front entrance located via Yorkville Avenue through the Four Seasons Courtyard, Toronto, ON M5R 0A1.
Please note: York Parent Social is sold out. If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please email Leslie Pringle at lpringle@yorkschool.com.
RSVP for the Junior and Middle School Carnival!
The 2026 Carnival will take place on the afternoon of Saturday, May 23! Junior and Middle School families get ready for an unforgettable day at our 1320 Yonge St campus. We’re bringing the fun with a BBQ, games, bouncy castles, obstacle courses and activities for all ages to enjoy. Please register and sign up to volunteer for the event through the link below.
UPDATE FROM FINANCE
2nd Tuition Installment - Thursday, April 30, 2026
The 2nd Tuition payment for the 2026-2027 school year is due by Thursday April 30, 2026.
JK - Grade 12 $22,565
These payments only apply to those not on the monthly installment plan.
Payment options include:
Online Payment
Through most major banks, you are able to set up The York School as a payee to enable the payment of tuition online. Set up the “York School” as a payee and then use the last five digits of your child’s student account.
Cheque
The School prefers to receive your payments electronically however, if you choose to pay by cheque, cheques may be dropped off at Middle/Senior School reception at 1320 Yonge Street.
Credit Card
Credit card payments through Plastiq can be made with most major credit cards. Go to https://request.plastiq.com/pay-the-york-school and register. Please note that payments may take 3-5 business days to process and that a service fee of 2.99% will be applied.
Establishing the 1965 Society
Last week, we officially established the 1965 Society. This Society consists of members of our York community who support the Annual Fund at the $2,500 level or greater. Thank you to our donors who are already a part of this Society, your generosity is making a meaningful impact in our students’ experience. If you would like to join, please click here to join this close community of York families who believe deeply in the mission of our school.
CAMPS THIS SUMMER
The following camps will take place at The York School this Summer.
Please note that these programs are not endorsed by The York School and are run by independent third party operators.
J with a K Music
Music Exploration, Glee Club and Rock Band
July 28 - August 15
Ages 4 - 13
Nike Basketball Camp
Fundamentals of basketball
July 7 to August 22
Ages 7 - 15
