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Exam Schedule - June 2024
June 2024 Exam Schedule Information for Students and Families
Please find the examination schedule for June 2024 below. The exam period is determined by the YRDSB/approved by the Ministry of Education; students are expected to be present for all exams.
We wish your child all the best with the exam season!
Please also review the following documents attached to this communication to help your family and child prepare for the upcoming exam period. Attached to this communication you will find:
- A detailed schedule for exams by day and room number
(Students who do not have an exam listed on the attached exam schedule should speak directly to their teachers about the assessments they will complete during the Final Exam period).
- Examination guidelines for students during the exam period/June 26th Exam Feedback Day Modified Exam Schedule
Here is our exam schedule below for students in Grades 9, 10, 11, 12:
- Please note that this year we will be running exams in the order of period 2,3,4, and 1.
MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY |
| 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 |
| ◆ ʻĪd al-’Aḍḥá (Festival of Sacrifice) | Period 2 Exams/Culminating Activities | Period 3 Exams/Culminating Activities | Period 4 Exams/Culminating Activities | |
| 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 |
| Period 1 Exams/Culminating Activities | Exams (Remaining Performance Tasks) | Semester Mark Review - am | PA DAY GRADUATION | PA DAY |
Missed Examinations Policy
- All students are required to write their final examinations during the scheduled date, time and place indicated on the examination schedule and as announced by their subject teacher. A student who misses an examination will receive a mark of “0” as the final mark for the exam.
Exceptional Circumstances
- In exceptional circumstances, alternative arrangements will be made to have the exam completed on a different date from the original schedule.
- Only under exceptional circumstances will alternative arrangements be considered for exams:
- If a medical certificate from a medical doctor
- Funeral
- Court Appearance
- Family Emergency in such instances.
Update From Guidance
GUIDANCE UPDATES - April 29 |
AEBS SCHOLARSHIPS The Alliance of Educators for Black Students (AEBS) is pleased to offer York Region District School Board self-identifying Black students graduating from high school the opportunity to apply for several scholarships. Students must sign into their YRDSB google gapps account (student number@ gapps.yrdsb.ca + password) to access the application form.AEBS Scholarships will be presented at the AEBS Achievement Awards Ceremony on June 4th, 2024.Student can access this site for more information: https://sites.google.com/gapps.yrdsb.ca/2024aebsscholarships/scholarships Application Deadline: Sunday, May 19th, 2024 (11:55 p.m.)If you have questions, please contactMs. Reid: charlottereid60@gmail.com (c)416 540-1005 Ms. Ricketts: elaine.ricketts@yrdsb.ca or elaine.ricketts@gapps.yrdsb.ca |
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Summer Learning |
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For more information about the Summer Pathways Programs provided by York Region District School Board, please see the linked flyer below
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Bike to School Week 2024
Let’s get
wheeling! The annual Bike to School Week rolls in from May 27 to 31, 2024.
Bike to School Week provides an opportunity for students to try riding a bike to school for the first time, learn new skills, connect with others, or have fun exploring the neighbourhood and nature.
Welcome Event for Israeli Newcomer Families
Welcome Event for Israeli Newcomer Families
May 9th | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Schwartz/Reisman Centre
9600 Bathurst St., Maple, ON L6A 3Z8
Registration Form: bit.ly/NewcomerWelcomeEvent
May 9th | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Schwartz/Reisman Centre
9600 Bathurst St., Maple, ON L6A 3Z8
Registration Form: bit.ly/NewcomerWelcomeEvent
We invite Israeli newcomers with school-aged children to join us at the Schwartz-Reisman Centre for a welcome reception and information fair. Light refreshments will be provided and children’s activities will also be on-site. This is a great opportunity to meet other newcomers and connect with the community organizations that are here to welcome and support your family. Families will have the opportunity to access information from York Region and Jewish community agencies.
To register or for more information, please contact leonora.buskin@yrdsb.ca or ityulpinov@ccsyr.org.
Update From Guidance
GUIDANCE
UPDATES - April 22 |
Ontario's
universities are excited to host a collection of in-person and virtual events
this spring and fall, where students can speak directly with university and
student representatives. ·
May 22, 5-7 pm (ET) Dates
for the fall events will be posted on the OUEvents website soon. ·
October 5-6, 2024, 9:30 am to 5 pm, daily - Metro Toronto
Convention Centre, South Building The
OUF is one of the largest educational fairs in North America. This event
allows students to gather information and chat one-on-one with
representatives from Ontario's universities. ·
Northeastern and Northwestern Ontario: September 16-20 ·
Ottawa and Eastern Regions: September 23-27 ·
Southwestern Ontario: October 7-11 ·
Central Eastern Ontario: October 15-18 Individual event dates and
locations are TBD. Ontario's university
representatives are coming to a city near you as they travel across the
province for this year's Regional Fairs. These events are fair style and
offer an opportunity to speak directly with university representatives. Note: The Aboriginal
Post-Secondary Information Program (APSIP) will participate in the OUF and
Information Sessions, offering students the opportunity to connect with
Indigenous recruiters and explore their opportunities. |
MARK
MAINTAIN DATE - FULL DISCLOSURE SEMESTER 2 TUESDAY, MAY 7 If a Grade 11 student would
like to drop a course, they must speak to their guidance counsellor.
Forms must be filled out. Courses dropped by this
date will not show up on the student’s transcript. |
PA Day Agenda – Monday, May 6, 2024
Professional Activity Day: Monday, May 6, 2024Summary: Please see the agenda below that the Westmount Collegiate Institute Administration Team, Teaching Staff and Support Staff will be following on the Professional Activity Day taking place on Monday, May 6, 2024. Students do not attend school on this day.
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Topic: Curriculum Implementation and Assessment Planning
Presenters/Facilitators: Board-Based Personnel
Description: Staff will engage in professional learning to support Annual Learning Plan (ALP) goals, including course/curriculum planning, assessment and evaluation planning, and department/subject focused professional development activities
School teams will also engage in improvement planning facilitated by school leaders. Topics will vary by subject and include:
- Special Education: Community Classes
- Computer Programming
- Supporting Equity in Assessment
- Supporting MLL learners in subject-area courses
- Technological Education
- Levelled Assessments for Math
- Enhancing Student Learning through the Use of Digital Tools
Additional professional learning activities for Educational Assistants, Office Support Staff, and Library Technicians will be available.
GRADE 12 - REQUESTING TO DROP
Please note that semester 2
midterm marks are being transmitted to both OCAS (College) and OUAC
(University) on April 25.
Therefore, April 24
is the final date to drop a course if you do not want the mark transmitted to
college or university.
By April 18, grade 12
teachers will share midterm marks with grade 12 students. Between April 18 and
April 24, students can come to the Guidance Office and fill in the paperwork to
request to drop.
When can students come to
Guidance to fill in the paperwork with their counsellor? Students can come any
of the dates/times below -
DROP IN….NO APPOINTMENT
NECESSARY.
Please do not come at lunch.
Students may come before
school.
Prom Tickets and Permission Forms
On Thursday, May 16, 2024, WCI will be hosting our annual Prom for graduating students at the Borgata Event Venue. No later than April 23 at 3pm, every WCI student attending must fill in and return to the main office the WCI Permission Form found below. Tickets are now available to purchase on School Cash Online.
For students who plan on bringing a guest, the Guest Application Form must be completed in full and returned to the WCI office by 3:00pm on April 23rd. Approved students will will be notified on their school GAPPS account.
Guest tickets for Prom will be posted on School Cash Online April 24th.
If you have any questions, please contact the main office.
Sikh Heritage Month Registration
Please join us to commemorate our Sikh Heritage Month Celebration with the Sikh Educators
Voice Alliance and Sikh Student Association.
Our focus is on Sikh Trails In Canadian Landscapes. At this event, the Sikh Educators Voice Alliance (SEVA) and Sikh Student Association (SSA) will provide time and space to highlight and promote Sikh histories, language and identity and to build unity through community.
Exhibits:
● Keynote Speaker: Kulvir Singh Gill
● Artifacts
● Artwork / Spoken Word by YRDSB Students
● Gatka Performance
● Bhangra Performance
● Community Partners and Vendors
All are welcome to come learn, celebrate, and grow with us.
When
Saturday, April 27, 2024
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Where
Middlefield Collegiate Institute
525 Highglen Ave, Markham, ON L3S 3L5
This event is an opportunity for parents, families and YRDSB staff members to network, share, and learn about ways to affirm and create positive spaces for students of Sikh identity.
Light refreshments will be served.
Please fill out the Registration Form by April 22, 2024
If you have an questions reach out to Harpinder.kaur@yrdsb.ca
Autism Acceptance Month
April
is Autism Acceptance Month.
Today, we are going to share about stimming. You
don't have to be autistic to "stim." For example, tapping your foot
when you're nervous could be an example of stimming. In autistic individuals,
stimming or self-stimulating behaviour can include hand-flapping, rocking, spinning,
visual stimulation like fluttering fingers near the eyes, or auditory-verbal
stimulation like repeatedly listening to part of a song or making the same
noise over and over. It can also include the repetitive use of an object, such
as a piece of string, or repetitive activities involving the senses (such as
seeking out certain scented items).
Stimming might help autistic people cope
with overwhelming sensory information, as well as manage strong emotions like
anxiety, anger, fear and excitement. For autistic people who are oversensitive
to sensory information, stimming can reduce sensory overload because it focuses
their attention on just one thing. For autistic people who are undersensitive,
stimming can stimulate ‘underactive’ senses.
Stopping autistic individuals from
stimming or reducing their stimming might make them feel more anxious, angry or
sad. It is important to understand why some people may engage in stimming
behaviour to help everyone understand people's different needs to help make our
environment as inclusive and welcoming as possible.
GRADUATION CEREMONY
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE GRADUATION CEREMONY
FOR GRADE 12 PARENTS/GUARDIANS AND STUDENTS
All students who pay the graduation fee will receive 2 guest tickets. Students will receive their tickets when they pick up their cap and gown later in May.
These tickets are numbered and assigned to the student who paid the fee. Guest tickets are non transferable. Students who pay the fee do not need a ticket to attend the ceremony.
More information will be posted about this and additional details in regards to grad at a later date.
Date of Graduation: June 27
Venue: Paradise Banquet Hall
Arrival for Students: 5:45pm
Ceremony Start Time: 6:30pm
Wellness Event
Our WCI Wellness Event taking place at Westmount CI TOMORROW
(Tuesday, April 16th)!
Some reminders about the evening:
- Doors open at 6:30 pm; the formal
presentation starts at 7:00 pm in the Cafeteria
- Following the formal
presentation, visit information booths from helpful resource
providers in York Region
- The event is free of charge,
including door prizes and light refreshments
We hope this event will provide you with insights, tools, and strategies to enhance how your support
well-being of your children while building a stronger community network.
Mark your calendars, spread the word, and join us at the Wellness Event at Westmount CI next Tuesday, April 16th.
To help us prepare seating, please complete the following
form:
WCI
School Council Wellness Event RSVP
Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you all there!
Update From Guidance
GUIDANCE
UPDATES - April 10 |
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OUAC - In
Person and Virtual Events Ontario's
universities are excited to host a collection of in-person and virtual events
this spring and fall, where students can speak directly with university and
student representatives. ·
May 22, 5-7 pm (ET) Dates
for the fall events will be posted on the OUEvents website soon. ·
October 5-6, 2024, 9:30 am to 5 pm, daily - Metro Toronto
Convention Centre, South Building The
OUF is one of the largest educational fairs in North America. This event
allows students to gather information and chat one-on-one with
representatives from Ontario's universities. ·
Northeastern and Northwestern Ontario: September 16-20 ·
Ottawa and Eastern Regions: September 23-27 ·
Southwestern Ontario: October 7-11 ·
Central Eastern Ontario: October 15-18 Individual event dates and
locations are TBD. Ontario's university
representatives are coming to a city near you as they travel across the
province for this year's Regional Fairs. These events are fair style and
offer an opportunity to speak directly with university representatives. Note: The Aboriginal
Post-Secondary Information Program (APSIP) will participate in the OUF and
Information Sessions, offering students the opportunity to connect with
Indigenous recruiters and explore their opportunities. |
YRDSB2024 Secondary
Summer School Learning OpportunitiesRegistration NOW OPEN The
following opportunities will be available: Acceleration Courses (18 days)For
students who wish to earn a credit in a subject they have not previously
studied or those who wish to upgrade a mark in a course that they have
successfully completed. Students
are encouraged to register early to avoid disappointment. Course offerings
are not guaranteed as they are based on sufficient enrollment and teacher
availability. Students
can only take one acceleration course during the summer session.
Transportation is not provided for this program. Learn
more about Secondary
Summer School. Online LearningCourses
that are specifically designed to be taught in a fully online format. Online
learning does not require pupils and teachers to be face-to-face with each
other. Classes occur online using an asynchronous model, with check-in
opportunities with the teacher. The learning platform is Brightspace by D2L. Dates:
Tuesday, July 2 to Thursday, July 25 Learn
more about Secondary
Summer School Online Learning. For
more information email online.learning@yrdsb.ca In-Person LearningCourses
will be offered in a face-to-face learning model. Learn
more about Secondary
Summer School In-Person Learning. For
more information email continuing.education@yrdsb.ca - in subject line Secondary
Summer School Summer Pathway ProgramsInformation
will be updated as it becomes available. Learn
more about Summer
Pathway Programs. PLEASE
NOTE: REINFORCEMENT COURSE SIGN UP SHOULD OPEN ON APRIL 15. |
GRADE 12
- REQUESTING TO DROP Please note that semester
2 midterm marks are being transmitted to both OCAS (College) and OUAC
(University) on April 25. Therefore, April 24
is the final date to drop a course if you do not want the mark transmitted to
college or university. By April 18, grade 12
teachers will share midterm marks with grade 12 students. Between April 18
and April 24, students can come to the Guidance Office and fill in the
paperwork to request to drop. When can students come to
Guidance to fill in the paperwork with their counsellor? Students can come
any of the dates/times below - DROP IN….NO APPOINTMENT
NECESSARY. Please do not come at
lunch. Students may come before
school.  |
Supporting Autistic Students and their Families Information Session
Please
see the information regarding the upcoming free session on
Supporting Autistic Students and their Families below.
Supports for Students with Autism and their Families
This session will support parents, guardians and families with:
- Understanding Autism
- Process for diagnosis
- YRDSB referral process
- School supports
- Community resources
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Unionville High School, 201 Town Centre Blvd, Markham, ON L3R 8G5
Please use the QR code to register or visit http://bit.ly/48JDIdd by Apr. 28!
This free information session is organized by Inclusive School and Community Services in partnership with Student Services of York Region District School Board. For more information, please email
Update From Guidance
GUIDANCE
UPDATES - April 8 |
PROGRAM FUNDING Ontario
2024 Budget (Education) News The Ontario government is: ·
· expanding the Ontario Learn and Stay Grant. ·
· providing additional
funding into nursing programs to support enrollment increases of 2,000
registered nurse seats and 1,000 registered practical nurse seats at
universities and colleges. ·
· supporting a New York
University medical school based in Vaughan. The medical school would be the
first in Canada primarily focused on training family doctors.This project is
still in its planning stages. ·
· building New Skilled
Trades Training Centres and supporting a variety of programs over the next
three years that focus on breaking the stigma and attracting more young
people into the skilled trades, simplifying the system and encouraging
employer participation in apprenticeships. ·
· expanding OYAP and launching
approximately 100 pre‑apprenticeship training projects to help young people
get firsthand experience working in trades, including a paid work placement
with a local employer. |
QUEEN’S MEDICAL SCHOOL "New
admissions process improves equitable access to the Queen’s MD Program:"
Beginning September 2025, the MD Program will set admissions thresholds for
grade point average (GPA), Medical College Admission Test (MCAT), and Casper
(a situational judgment test) at levels that align with the potential for
predicting success in medical school. All applicants who meet these
thresholds will be entered into a lottery to determine who will be invited to
interviews. |
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OPPORTUNITIES The Federal Youth
Secretariat: Prime Minister's Youth Council (PMYC)--Share
your voice! The Council provides youth perspectives on federal priorities to
inform the government's approach to addressing key issues affecting youth in
Canada. The deadline is April 14. Apply now! The
Vimy Foundation: Beaverbrook Vimy Prize: A 10-day experiential
program in Belgium, France, and the Netherlands, awarded to outstanding youth
between 15-17 years of age. The program is scheduled from August 10 to 20. Apply
online before April 16. |
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