Middle School - October 15, 2026

Important Information and Upcoming Events

Curriculum Night Resources 

Curriculum guides and presentation slide decks are available on YorkNet. Listen to our new MYP podcasts linked below.

Uniform Update

Students on sports teams are permitted to wear their athletic jersey on game days with regular uniform bottoms.

Upcoming Events

Thanksgiving Long Weekend (No Classes) - Friday, October 9 - Monday, October 12

Fire Drill at 1320 Yonge - Tuesday, October 13, 10:10am

York Scares Hunger - Annual Food Drive: October 13 - October 30 (see more details below)

Late Wednesday - Wednesday, October 14, 9:20am

York Halloween Costume Drive - Tuesday, October 13 - Friday, October 16 (see more details below)

Middle School Open House - Thursday, October 15

Grade 7 Lunch Out - Thursday, October 15, 11:40am

  • The Grade 7 students will have their next optional lunch out on Thursday, October 15.

  • HR teachers will review the boundaries and rules for lunch outs. Failing to adhere to these rules may result in the loss of this privilege.

Digital Citizenship Assembly - Tuesday, October 20, 9:05am - 9:50am

Late Wednesday - Wednesday, October 21, 9:20am

7B & 8A Silent Auction Casual Day - Wednesday, October 21

Virtual Student Centred Interviews - Thursday, October 22 & Friday, October 23

  • Student Centred Interviews are scheduled for October 22 from 1:00pm - 8:30pm and October 23 from 8:30am - 4:00pm.

  • Students will be dismissed from school at 11:40am on October 22 in order to get home for interviews. There will be no classes on the afternoon of October 22 or all day on October 23.

  • Pick-A-Time is open for parents to book appointments until Wednesday, October 21 at 5:00pm for Student Centred Interviews. Click on to this video for instructions.

Middle & Senior School Photo Day - Tuesday, October 27

  • Students should wear one of the following uniform items: the short-sleeved blue polo shirt or the long-sleeved blue polo shirt with their regular uniform bottom.

Grade 7 Toronto Public Health School Immunization Program

  • Toronto Public Health (TPH) will be hosting a School Immunization Program (SIP) clinic at The York School on Thursday, November 12, 2026. The clinic will offer hepatitis b, human papillomavirus (HPV), and meningococcal vaccines to Grade 7 students. 

  • Grade 7 students have been given a consent package to bring home that includes an information pamphlet about hepatitis b, HPV and meningococcal vaccines as well as a consent form. Please follow the steps below, even if you do not want your child to get vaccinated at The York School clinic. Please return consent forms to school (Ms. Noman on the 4th floor or their HR teacher) by October 15, 2026. 

  • If you wish to have your child vaccinated outside of school, TPH holds regular routine vaccination clinics around the city. For more information please visit this site.

Understanding MYP Assessment Podcast Series

Peer Tutoring Information

We’re excited to announce that the Peer Tutoring Program will be starting in the next couple of weeks, and we would love to have your child participate!

If your child is interested in becoming a tutee, please fill out this quick form. Your responses will help us match them with a tutor who can best support their learning needs. 

Why join the Peer Tutoring Program?

  • One-on-One Support: Get personalized help from fellow students who excel in the subject area your child is looking to improve in.

  • Comfortable Learning Environment: Work with peers who understand the challenges they may be facing.

  • Flexible Scheduling: Peer tutors aim to accommodate to your child's schedule, making tutoring easy to fit into the week.

  • Boost Your Confidence: Whether it's reinforcing concepts or getting ahead, peer tutoring can help them succeed academically!

Everyone Benefits from a Little Extra Help!
It’s completely normal to seek extra help, and many students take advantage of peer tutoring to stay on top of their studies. Whether you’re trying to master a tricky subject, prepare for exams, or just need a hand with homework, peer tutoring is a great way to reinforce what your child is learning. Even the best students benefit from reviewing material and discussing it with others!

Don’t miss this great opportunity to strengthen your child's skills and boost their confidence. Whether they need help with homework, test prep, or understanding tricky concepts, we’re here to help them succeed.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Ms. Rhemtulla at krhemtulla@yorkschool.com or Ms. Maziarski at kmaziarski@yorkschool.com.

Fall Co-Curricular Schedule

Fall Athletic Practice Schedule

Lunch Menus & Schedule

Student Life & Belonging

YORK SCARES HUNGER - Annual Food Drive 

This year, we are encouraging students and families to help alleviate food insecurity in our community and city by supporting our annual York Scares Hunger campaign in one of the following ways:

  1. Bring in the following items and place them in your House bin outside the Student Life office in the cafeteria or the Middle School commons between October 13 - October 30.

  2. Donate financially to The Daily Bread to support the purchase of fresh foods for families and people in need in our city.

Questions? Please contact Erin Porter, Director, Student Life & Belonging at eporter@yorkschool.com.

YORK HALLOWEEN COSTUME DRIVE - Tuesday, October 14 - Friday, October 16

In addition to our annual Food Drive, the Eco Committee is encouraging families to scour their homes over the long weekend to find Halloween costumes and accessories that are in gentle-used condition and donate it for children in need throughout our city. Divert textile waste and help others get into the spooky season in style!

Starting Tuesday, October 13, until Friday, October 16, students can bring in any old Halloween costumes to the Student Life Office in the cafeteria.

Questions? Please contact Cathy Gordeyev, Eco Committee Faculty Advisor at cgordeyev@yorkschool.com.