SENIOR School - October 8, 2026
Important Information and Upcoming Events
Curriculum Night Resources
Curriculum guides and presentation slide decks are available on YorkNet.
Uniform Update
Students on sports teams are permitted to wear their athletic jersey on game days with regular uniform bottoms.
Upcoming Events
Curriculum Night - Thursday, October 1, 6:30pm
Lockdown Drill at 1320 Yonge - Friday, October 2, 10:10am
Friday Night Lights - Senior Girls Game - Friday, October 2, 3:30pm
Course Change Deadline - Friday, October 2
The final deadline for submitting course change forms is on Friday, October 2. Please make any course change decisions by that date.
House Spirit Week - Monday, October 5 - Thursday, October 8
Scroll down for the schedule of daily themed casual dress days
Grade 9 Accelerated Math Reservoir Data Collection Trip - Monday, October 5, 9:05am - 10:25am
House Challenge Morning - Tuesday, October 6, 9:05am - 9:50am
Middle & Senior School Family Games Night - Tuesday, October 6, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Late Wednesday - Wednesday, October 7, 9:20am
Fire Drill at 1320 Yonge - Wednesday, October 7, 10:15am
Pick-A-Time Opens - Wednesday, October 7, 1:00pm
An email communication was sent out today with details about student-centered conferences and the booking process.
Thanksgiving Long Weekend (No Classes) - Friday, October 9 - Monday, October 12
Fire Drill at 1320 Yonge - Tuesday, October 13, 10:10am
Late Wednesday - Wednesday, October 14, 9:20am
CAIS Senior Boys Soccer Championships - Wednesday, October 14 - Saturday, October 17
Model UN Vanderbilt Trip - Thursday, October 15 - Monday, October 19
Senior School Open House - Thursday, October 15
Grade 9 ICE Toronto Passage Trip - Monday, October 19 - Tuesday, October 20, 8:30am - 4:00pm
Digital Citizenship Assembly - Tuesday, October 20, 9:05am - 9:50am
Late Wednesday - Wednesday, October 21, 9:20am
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.
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, krhemtulla@yorkschool.com or Ms. Maziarski, kmaziarski@yorkschool.com.
Introducing Canvas: New Learning Management System
We are excited to launch Canvas, our new and upgraded Learning Management System replacing Blackboard in the Middle and Senior School.
Canvas gives you greater visibility into your child’s daily learning journey, offering clear, real-time insights into course materials, upcoming assignments, and personalized teacher feedback.
To connect your account and start observing your student's progress, please follow our step-by-step Canvas Parent Observer Setup Guide. All you need to get started is a quick pairing code generated from your child's student account.
Stop by our IT Support table during Curriculum Night on September 24 and October 1 and our team will be available in person to help you connect your account and answer any questions.
You can also always reach out to helpdesk@yorkschool.com for any additional questions regarding Canvas.
DON’T MISS IT! RSVP BEFORE THE WEEKEND!
The YPA has curated a fun-filled Games Night for all Middle and Senior School families. We will have puzzles, competitions, mini escape rooms, Jenga towers, trivia showdowns and more. There will be prizes!
Please see the event details below, and plan to bring your game faces to this family event.
When: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Where: 1320 Yonge Street (please enter through Yonge St. doors)
Time: 6:00pm - Pizza in the Cafe ~ 6:30pm - 8:00pm Games in the Gym
Deadline to RSVP is Friday, October 2, 2026
Student Life & Belonging
FALL HOUSE SPIRIT WEEK - Monday, October 5 - Thursday, October 8
Join our Spirit Council student leaders in a week of festive fall fun as we work together as a community to complete 4 house puzzles that feature Bolt in a variety of locations around the world!
Every activity students and staff engage in will have the opportunity to gain more pieces of the puzzle. Which house will be the first to find Bolt? Stay Tuned!
Please note, spirit week involves daily, themed casual dress days. Students who choose not to dress in the theme will be expected to wear their uniform.
Questions? Please contact Adina Fuss, Student Leadership Coordinator at afuss@yorkschool.com.
DUKE OF EDINBURGH’S AWARD PROGRAM REGISTRATION
Today, the Grade 9 students were introduced to the Duke of Edinburgh Award Program at The York School.
The Award asks participants to make a sustained commitment to a skill, a service, and a physical recreation activity. Participants must also complete an Adventurous Journey.
The Award is self-directed, which means the participant chooses which activities they do in each area. Some of the many benefits of the award include:
experiencing how perseverance and achievement can raise self-confidence
getting more out of activities that participants are already involved in
being inspired to try something new
giving back to the community
Award holders are internationally recognized and can be a great addition to any resume or University application
Grade 9 students who are interested in taking on this challenge will be supported at The York School. However, it is the responsibility of the individual student to plan, participate in, track, reflect and obtain supervisor sign-off for each required component of the Award. Students will be charged approximately $150 to cover the fees charged to The York School by the Duke of Edinburgh Award organization. This award is completely optional.
A summary of the award conditions can be found here.
Students can register on their own using this website. Registration closes on October 30.
Regular Duke of Ed program support occurs every Friday morning in the cafeteria for any student working on their bronze, silver or gold awards.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Ms. Fuss at afuss@yorkschool.com | resource.