Middle School - JUNE 12, 2025
upcoming events
Dear Parents,
Today’s Flash message marks the end of the 2024-2025 school year, as well as my last in this wonderful York School community.
It has been a privilege and an honor to be part of your child’s learning and growth. At the York School, we believe in all students and set a high bar. We believe that curiosity, embracing challenges and contributing to a community supports student growth. We believe in a partnership between the school and home to help our students achieve their full potential.
I applaud our teaching faculty for their dedication, energy, and care to your student’s education. They are world-class educators committed to teaching and learning through relationships.
Thank you, parents, and the YPA, for the support and fun events that make school a learning place with social and fun experiences.
Congratulations to our students for their work and engagement with school. While there are many adults behind each student, it is the student who is principled, open-minded, reflective, and caring who is poised to be the best version of themselves and make the biggest impact on a community.
Wishing all families a safe, fun, and relaxing summer vacation, and good things ahead.
With deep appreciation,
Helen Gin
Middle School Principal
Friday, June 13 - Middle School Closing
All Grade 6 & 7 music and honor band students should meet in the band room at 8:15am.
All Student speakers should meet in the gym at 8:30am.
All other students should be in their homeroom for 8:30am.
The Middle School Closing runs from 9:00am - 10:30am.
Grade 6 & 7 students will be dismissed immediately after closing.
Grade 8 students and their families are invited to a reception in the cafeteria from 10:30am - 11:30am.
Students should wear their regular school uniform.
June Report Cards - Week of June 23
The June report will be available to download from YorkNet during the week of June 23. You will receive an email notification when it's ready, paper copies will not be mailed out.
As well, a stationery supply list (for Grade 7 and 8 students) will be posted on YorkNet.
A June mailing will be sent that includes an Academic Achievement Certificate for Honor Roll (79.5% -84.4%), Principal’s List (84.5%-89.4%) and Head’s List (89.5% and above).
Preparing for the next Academic Year: Books, Uniforms, Timetables
Please refer to the 2025-2026 Family Handbook for information on books and uniforms.
Gym uniforms will be available for purchase at The York Shop (1320 Yonge St) on August 25 and August 26 from 1:00pm - 4:00pm.
Alternatively, students can purchase gym uniforms when they visit The York Shop with their gym class during the week of September 8.
Timetables will be available during the last week of August. An email will be sent to notify you that your child’s timetable is available on YorkNet.
June 9 - June 13, 2025 - Last Week of School Schedule
📚 SUMMER READING CHALLENGE: Read, Relax, Win Prizes
Dear Middle and Senior School Students,
LOOKING FOR SUMMER ADVENTURE? IT'S WAITING FOR YOU IN BOOKS!
The York School Library is thrilled to announce our 2025 Summer Reading Program running from June 13 to September 5! We've curated an amazing selection of books for both middle and senior school students, and we've created an exciting challenge with chances to win fantastic prizes!
TWO WAYS TO PARTICIPATE (Do one or both!)
📋 BOOK BINGO CHALLENGE
Complete 4 squares in a row (horizontal, vertical, or diagonal) on your Bingo card
Provide evidence of completed squares through photos or quick book talks
Submit your completed card to Mr. Regner by the first week of fall term
Get entered into a special prize raffle!
⏱️ READING LOG CHALLENGE
Track your reading time throughout summer
Earn 50 points for every 30 minutes you read
Our suggested goal: 30 hours total (just 3 hours per week!)
Submit your log by the first week of fall term
Get entered into prize raffles based on your point total!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is participation mandatory? Not at all! This program is completely optional and designed for your enjoyment.
Who can participate? All York School students in Grade 6 and up, including new students joining us in the fall.
Do I need to register? No registration required! Simply download the Bingo Card and Reading Log from and start reading.
When can I join? Anytime! Start on June 13 or jump in whenever you like during the summer.
How do I submit my Bingo Card or Reading Log? Either email them to Mr. Regner or bring printed copies to the library during the first week of the fall term.
When will prizes be awarded? Winners will be notified during the second week of the fall term.
WHY PARTICIPATE?
Beyond the chance to win prizes, summer reading helps maintain your reading skills, expands your vocabulary, reduces stress, and introduces you to new worlds, ideas, and perspectives!
Bingo cards, reading logs, and suggested reading lists are available at our libguides webpage- Summer reading.
Happy reading, and enjoy your summer adventures – both in books and beyond!
Mr. Regner
Middle/Senior School Librarian
Closing Ceremony Student Information
The Middle School dress rehearsal for closing ceremonies is on Thursday, June 12 from 12:35pm - 1:30pm. Attendance is mandatory for all Grade 8’s, Honor Band, Grade 6 and 7 Music students and Grade speakers.
On Friday, June 13, Middle School students should be in their homeroom classroom for 8:30am.
Band performers - meet in the band room at 8:15am
Student speakers - meet in the gym at 8:30am
Closing Ceremony will be held from 9:00am - 10:30pm
Grade 8 Reception will be from 10:30am - 11:30am
Livestream Instructions
Families who wish to join us for our closing ceremony virtually may do so by logging in to our Livestream feed.
Livestream access can be found at https://tys.gameonstream.com/ under upcoming events. If you need to sign up for our livestream service, please see the instructions below.
Let’s get started!
1. REGISTER: click on the link immediately below to be directed to the Yorkschool LIVE site. Click the “SIGN UP” button and enter your email address (same as Yorknet).
REGISTER NOW on the Yorkschool LIVE on Demand site: https://tys.gameonstream.com
2. CONFIRM REGISTRATION: Those registering for the first time will receive a confirmation email from tysinfo@gameonstream.com. Click on the unique registration link on the bottom of the email confirmation and then follow the registration steps on the De La Salle LIVE site which include entering your name and setting up a password.
3. YOU ARE NOW LIVE! Enjoy your viewing experience. If you experience any technical challenges in viewing the live or on-demand videos, select the “Need Help?” link on the Yorkschoo LIVE homepage.
If you registered already, simply click on the “LOGIN” button the next time you visit Yorkschool LIVE and enter your email address and password.
Questions? Please contact Erin Porter, Director, Student Life and Belonging at eporter@yorkschool.com.
Terry Fox and Orange Shirt Day - September 2025
If you would like to support our fundraising efforts for Terry Fox and the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, please see below:
Terry Fox - September 26
If you would like to purchase a 2025 Terry Fox Run T-Shirt, 75% of the price will go directly to cancer research. Shirts will be delivered in September to homeroom teachers ahead of our run on the 26.
Terry Fox T-Shirt Order Form - Deadline September 9, 2025Questions about Terry Fox orders, please contact Kevin Villasenor (kvillasenor@yorkschool.com)
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation/Orange Shirt Day:
On Tuesday, September 30, we will observe the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. Students and staff are encouraged to wear an orange shirt on this day.
If you would like to support the Orange Shirt Society, which provides resources to Residential School Survivors, please purchase your official orange shirt from the list of approved vendors below:
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Orange Shirt Society
Kit and Kaboodle
McCabe Promotional𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:
South Island CraftsQuestions? Please contact Erin Porter, Director, Student Life & Belonging.