WCI has a wide variety of clubs and sport teams that will be running for the 2025-2026 school year. Please visit our blog for a list of activities.
School Council Meeting Tonight
Our WCI School Council Meeting is tonight beginning at 6:30pm.
This is a great chance to hear what’s happening around school and share your ideas to make our school community even better.
Our Guidance team will be giving a special presentation on how to apply for post-secondary schools! Whether you’re thinking about college, university, or other programs, this session will have helpful tips and important info to get you started.
We hope to see you there!
School Council Meeting Presentation
Dear Westmount Families,
What an amazing start to the school year! I have thoroughly enjoyed my first month here at Westmount, and have already met so many wonderful students, staff, and families. I look forward to meeting more of you as the school year unfolds.
We would like to remind you that tonight, Monday, September 29th, is our first School Council Meeting of the year, which will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria. In addition to reviewing last year’s endeavours, we will share about how this year has begun, and engage in selecting the 2025-2026 School Council Executive.
Tonight, our Guidance Department will also share their “Post Secondary Opportunities” presentation. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to learn more about College and University pathways, relevant research, short lists, applications, and financing your child(ren)’s education.
Here is the agenda for this evening:
Welcome and Introductions
WCI Student Leadership Council
2024-2025 School Council Report
Guidance Department: Post Secondary Opportunities Presentation
Administrator’s Report: Introduction to the 2025-2026 School Year
School Council Roles & Election
Future Meeting Dates
Shared Learning Opportunity with Families from Stephen Lewis S.S.
Adjournment
We look forward to seeing all of our families at the September School Council meeting.
With thanks,
Michelle Randall
Principal
Ontario University Fair - OUF Dates: September 27-28, 2025 Times: 9:30 am to 5 pm, daily Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre, South
Building 222 Bremner Blvd. Toronto ON M5V 3L9 Key Information:
Virtual Information Sessions Dates and Times: September 16, 6-8 pm (ET), and November 10,
5-7 pm (ET) |
The Ontario College Fair *update 2025* The Ontario College
Fair will not take place in 2025. Students are invited to attend one of the College Information Program opportunities
offered at colleges and polytechnics throughout Ontario All Ontario
colleges and polytechnics offer a wide range of in-person and virtual
options to connect with students, families, and educators — including Open
Houses, campus visits, school presentations, webinars, and one-on-one
advising, including offering a comprehensive College Information Program. We
encourage you to reach out directly to the colleges and polytechnics in your
region or visit ontariocolleges.ca/events for more
information. |
US COLLEGE EXPO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE INVITED! CLICK BELOW: Free Admission,
Register to attend! Meet with Experts and
Universities from US and UK Thursday, October 2,
2025 7PM - 9PM St. Francis Xavier SS, 50 Bristol Road West, Mississauga,
ON, L5R 3K3 |
POST-SECONDARY
DESTINATION FAIR October 22, 2025 6:00-8:00pm Hodan Nalayeh Secondary School 1401 Clark Ave W, Thornhill, ON L4J 7R4 Hodan Nalayeh…in partnership with…Westmount, Maple,
and Stephen Lewis are hosting this local event. This is an opportunity for you to meet
representatives from:
….and
much more!! |
Study and Go Abroad Fair Sunday,
October 26 | Study and Go Abroad / SchoolFinder Student Education Fair
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School Council Meeting – Monday, September 29, 2025
Our WCI School Council Meeting will take place on Monday, September 29, 2025 beginning at 6:30pm.
This is a great chance to hear what’s happening around school and share your ideas to make our school community even better.
Our Guidance team will be giving a special presentation on how to apply for post-secondary schools! Whether you’re thinking about college, university, or other programs, this session will have helpful tips and important info to get you started.
Mark your calendars and come ready to learn and participate. We hope to see you there!
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GUIDANCE
UPDATES - September 19 |
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GENERAL SUPPORTS FOR WELL BEING 310-COPE:
905-310-2673 (available 24/7) Kids
Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868. Text 686868 (available 24/7) Mental
Health Helpline: 1-866-531-2600 (available 24/7) Suicide
Crisis Helpline: Call or text 9-8-8 Black
Youth Helpline: 416-285-9944 2SLGBTQ+
Youthline: 647-694-4275 |
Yearbook Sales
Don’t Miss Out — Get Your Yearbook!
Capture the memories of this school year with your very own yearbook! Our yearbook is packed with photos, stories, and highlights that celebrate all the amazing moments, achievements, and friendships from this school year.
Whether it’s the big events or candid shots, the yearbook is the perfect way to look back and remember the good times for years to come.
Order now before it’s too late!
Yearbooks can be purchased on SchoolCash Online.
Message from Our Trustee
September 2025
Welcome back to school to all of our new and returning students and families. This is an exciting time, filled with new beginnings and new opportunities for learning, growth and connection. We look forward to another great school year together.
As a school board trustee, I have the privilege of representing our community. Trustees play an important role in shaping the direction of public education in York Region by setting the budget and policies, establishing priorities through our Multi-Year Strategic Plan and communicating with families. I look forward to connecting with many of you at school and Board events over the coming months and encourage you to reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns. I will also continue to share important updates through these quarterly messages.
I also encourage you to stay connected with your child’s school. Your voice matters and we truly value the important partnership we share with families. In addition to school communications, you can stay connected by following the school board on social media, visiting our newsroom, listening to our Board podcast and exploring the Board website and refreshed school websites for information and updates.
We recognize this is a time of transition - whether your child is starting a new school, taking the school bus for the first time, or getting to know a new teacher, these early weeks can bring excitement and questions. Our caring and dedicated staff are here to support students and families every step of the way. We also understand that some students may be requesting timetable changes, and transportation services may still be finalizing routes. We thank you for your patience and understanding during this time, and want to assure you that we are working to support a smooth start for all.
We remain committed to delivering high-quality, inclusive public education that supports the success and well-being of every student. Our Multi-Year Strategic Plan guides our work and reflects our priorities: student achievement, mental health and well-being, human rights and inclusive education.
Thank you for your ongoing partnership in education. I wish your family a wonderful start to the school year.
Estelle
Cohen, Trustee, Vaughan Wards 4 and 5
International Trip - Japan
Hello Westmount
Community!
Welcome back to an
exciting new year.
We have a fantastic
opportunity we’d like to share with you.
Westmount will be
travelling to Japan during
the Spring of 2026.
If you are
interested in learning more about this trip, please attend the Information
Meeting.
Representatives from Evolve Tours will be present to provide an in-depth overview of the itinerary, costs, payment plans, and more.
WHAT: Japan International Trip through Westmount Collegiate Institute and Evolve Tours
TRIP
DATES: April 16 - April 25, 2026
WHO CAN
GO ON THE TRIP?: Open
to all students in Grades 10-12 during the 2025-2026 school year
MEETING
DATE: Thursday, September 18, 2025
MEETING
TIME: 6:30 pm
MEETING
LOCATION: Library @ WCI
WHO
SHOULD ATTEND THE MEETING?
Students (grades 10, 11, 12) & Parents/Guardians
QUESTIONS: natasha.popiel@yrdsb.ca
Experience the Career: Emergency Services Student Expo
A unique experience for Grade 10, 11 and 12 students
Students in Grades 10, 11 and 12 have the chance to Experience the Career at a unique expo showcasing emergency services agencies from across York Region.
Please see the linked flyer for more information.
Night School – Grade 11 and 12 Courses
Students
who need or are interested in a course that is not available at Westmount can
register for a course for Remote Night School offered by the YRDSB.
The
Remote Night School program is delivered synchronously (Tuesday and Thursday
evenings 6:30-9:45).
More
information about this program, courses offered and how to register using My
Pathway Planner is available on the YRDSB board website.
Registration
for Remote Night school is from August 25 - September 15, 2025, on My Pathway
Planner.
Please note: Online Night School is for adults 18
years of age or older, who are not attending a regular day school program.
Indigenous Languages and International Languages (ILIL) 2025-2026
Please find important information
regarding registration for the Indigenous Languages and International Languages
(ILIL) 2025-2026 program year.
Online
registration for our secondary credit courses is ongoing.
Secondary Credit Courses
Classes
for students in Grades 9 to 12 will take place online. Teachers will teach live
language lessons in real-time using Google Classroom to provide both
synchronous and asynchronous learning opportunities during the regularly
scheduled language classes. Language course offerings are subject to change
based on enrollment.
Peer Tutoring
Is your child looking for extra support in Math, Science, or any
subject? The Peer Tutoring program runs every Wednesday in the library at
3:20pm - 4:30pm. Come with a friend and get ahead in your classes through the
peer tutoring program. If you have any questions, speak to Mr. Kandrack. The
first session starts on September 10th.
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